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This week host Matty is joined by Returning guest Corey. If you listened to the marathon episode “Bowhunting Bulgaria’s Finest Fallow, Boars and Mouflon w/ Grant Rand — You’ll be somewhat familiar with this story as Corey was Grant’s travel buddy on this hunt. Corey’s trip also included many ups and downs, trials and tribulations, and stepping outside of his comfort zone and boundaries. Note that this episode is not to warn off of hunting abroad — In fact, the opposite, just to give you a full perspective of what can go right and wrong on any hunt. Podcast Topics: - Trying to speak without talking - Doing the same old thing - I want to hunt like I do at home - Stalking unshootable critters - Cliffs are mild inconveniences - The Kieler: #1 human Killer - In hindsight… Actually nah - When push comes to shove - Expectations will kill the outcome Find Corey: @corey_seymo Find Becoming a Bowhunter: Instagram: @becomingabowhunter.podcast Hosted by: @mattyafter Podcast Sponsors: Dog and Gun Coffee: Enhance your hunting morning with a rich cup from Dog and Gun Coffee. Use code BOWHUNTER for $10 off your next purchase. Visit https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/ Kayuga Broadheads: For precision and reliability in your hunting gear, choose Kayuga Broadheads. Use code BAB10 for 10% off your next order. Check out https://www.kayugabroadheads.com.au/

This week Matty is joined by returning guest Tobie Hynes. Tobie recently went to Stewart Island, New Zealand, to hunt Whitetail Deer in one of the only places in the southern hemisphere where they can be hunted. Stewart Island is an incredibly popular hunting destination and is booked out 365 days of the year. Based on Tobie’s stories, you’ll start to understand why. Podcast topics: The Whitetail deer herdOpportunities through the Hunters ClubLogistics of the tripDeclare EVERYTHING, and don’t buy a new pack of bulletsDon’t get lost — Here’s howGullies become a trip hazard at nightYour best chance at hunting these deer is… The sea lifePolicing and fisheries on the islandBringing hope your capes And much more…  Find Tobie: @hunt_mountains @thebighorndeercaller https://www.youtube.com/@thynes2995 Find Becoming a Bowhunter: Instagram: @becomingabowhunter.podcast Hosted by: @mattyafter Podcast Sponsors: Dog and Gun Coffee: Enhance your hunting morning with a rich cup from Dog and Gun Coffee. Use code BOWHUNTER for $10 off your next purchase. Visit https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/ Kayuga Broadheads: For precision and reliability in your hunting gear, choose Kayuga Broadheads. Use code BAB10 for 10% off your next order. Check out https://www.kayugabroadheads.com.au/

This week Matty is joined By William Platell from Riverleigh Taxidermy. William has been tinkering with Taxidermy for the past 16 years. After suffering a nasty shoulder injury in the army, he decided to turn his passion into a full-time gig. As you’ll see and feel throughout the episode will is an absolute lover of animals and obsessive with mastering his craft. Will Loves the fact that he gets to preserve not only the animal… BUT also the adventure and story of the hunt for the hunter to hold onto for the rest of their days. Podcast Topics Include: Hunting or taxidermy, what came first Soulders, who needs them anyway?Picking the bow back up after many yearsQuick turnaround for big outcomes Obsessed is an understatement The one that got away Bring me the boars baby!Full body mount Camel you say? Next steps for Riverleigh And much more. Find William Platell : @riverleigh_taxidermy Where to Find Becoming a Bowhunter: Instagram: @becomingabowhunter.podcast Host: @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: @dogandguncoffee https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/ Use checkout code BOWHUNTER for $10 off your next order ✌️ @kayuga_broadheads https://www.kayugabroadheads.com.au/ Use checkout code BAB10 for 10% off your next order ✌️

This week Matty is joined By Mark Pitts from Marksman Quivers. Mark grew up in The U.K. and lived on a farm managing game animals for harvesting each year. With opportunities for hunting being much more prevalent overseas, he found himself moving to Australia. Now, alongside his wife, he creates incredible gear for trad bowhunters at Marksman Quivers. Podcast Topics Include: Growing up on a game farm in the U.K.WTF is a beaterNZ is callingWhat do you mean you can hunt every day in AustraliaThe pull to traditional bowsThe bonds and friendships bowhunting providesThe forums of Australian BowhuntingPick a crew with a great vibeThe products at Marksman QuiversHow to ACTUALLY use the finger tabClose encountersUpcoming hunts And much more. Find Mark Pitts: @marksmanquivers https://marksmanquivers.com/ Where to Find Becoming a Bowhunter: Instagram: @becomingabowhunter.podcast Host: @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: @dogandguncoffee https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/ Use checkout code BOWHUNTER for $10 off your next order ✌️ @kayuga_broadheads https://www.kayugabroadheads.com.au/ Use checkout code BAB10 for 10% off your next order ✌️

This week Matty sits down with Ashlee Strange, who shares her incredible story of resilience and determination. From literally being moments away rom dying to thriving in the world of hunting, Ashlee's journey is nothing short of inspiring.  The conversation covers her health battle, her road to recovery, and her passion for hunting that was instilled in her from a young age by her father.  Ashlee also talks about the challenges and rewards of being a female hunter and offers advice for women looking to get into the sport. Plus future ambitions with her own hunting and guiding endeavours. Podcast Topics: Ashlee's health scare and recoveryThe impact of a life-threatening tumorTransitioning from rifle to bow huntingYTG in huntingAdvice for new hunters, especially womenHunters ed. In NZHunting in New Zealand vs. AustraliaConservation efforts and hunting regulationsAshlee's favourite hunting experiencesHave you seen how big a Tahr Bull is? And much more Find Ashlee Strange: Instagram: @ashlee.strange Where to Find Becoming a Bowhunter: Instagram: @becomingabowhunter.podcast Host: @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: @dogandguncoffee https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/ Use checkout code BOWHUNTER for $10 off your next order ✌️ @kayuga_broadheads https://www.kayugabroadheads.com.au/ Use checkout code BAB10 for 10% off your next order ✌️

Join Matty as he interview bowhunting legend Brad Smith. Brad has helped hundreds of bowhunter to up their game in the bush. Through years of guiding and filming he has studied every animal hunt able within Australia. Today the boys do a deep dive into the Rust Deer Rut. Walk away with in depth knowledge of how to attack your block at any stage of the upcoming rush rut.  Where to Find Brad Smith: Instagram: @bradsmith_bowhunt_downunder Where to Find Becoming a Bowhunter: Instagram: @becomingabowhunter.podcast Host: @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: @dogandguncoffee https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/ Use checkout code BOWHUNTER for $10 off your next order ✌️ @kayuga_broadheads https://www.kayugabroadheads.com.au/ Use checkout code BAB10 for 10% off your next order ✌️