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Join me on my journey through stories and interviews talking to like-minded individuals. It doesn’t matter who you are this podcast will hopefully educate and guide you through the world deerstalking, shooting and the outdoor world.
The information in these podcasts is for you to enjoy and develop you own opinions, if you take everyday as a school day you will see the bigger picture.
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Every ethical hunter's worst nightmare is taking a shot that doesn't result in a clean kill. What happens next can make all the difference between a successful recovery and a deer lost forever. In this candid conversation with Al Haynes of the UK Deer Tracking Recovery (UKDTR), we dive deep into the realities of what to do when things don't go according to plan. Al shares invaluable insights drawn from years of tracking experience, revealing why immediate pursuit of a wounded deer is often t...
Frustrated by the constant shadow bans and content restrictions on mainstream social media? You're not alone. In this eye-opening conversation, Rachel Draper reveals the journey behind creating Stile Country, a revolutionary social media platform built specifically for those who love field sports and countryside pursuits. Growing up on a Warwickshire smallholding and later working in the shooting industry, Rachel witnessed firsthand how major platforms increasingly censored legitimate outdoo...
How do you capture the perfect image of a white bird against a snowy landscape when you can barely see them with your own eyes? For Magnus, a wildlife photographer living at the edge of the Arctic Circle in northern Sweden, the answer lies in embracing both cutting-edge technology and ancient survival techniques. Magnus's story begins with burnout. After devoting over a decade to his mining industry business, working 12-16 hour days, he reached a breaking point. "I realized I'm not growing a...
A refreshing conversation from the tailgate of a pickup truck at the Scottish Game Fair reveals both the challenges and triumphs shaping rural Scotland today. Fresh off remastering the entire podcast back catalog for better listening quality, Peter shares concerning news about devastating wildfires that recently swept across moorlands, burning over 10,000 acres of land. Most striking is the story of dedicated gamekeepers who spent 72 continuous hours battling these blazes, yet received virtu...
Why does venison remain a niche product despite its impeccable ethical and environmental credentials? The Stalking Show 2025 brought together a diverse panel of experts to tackle this persistent market paradox and explore solutions to bring wild venison into mainstream consumption. From the opening moments, it becomes clear that the venison market faces multifaceted challenges. Game dealers like Tristan Kirk explain how logistical complexities and processing costs create pricing pressures th...
The question of effective deer management has never been more pressing across the UK landscape. In this special panel discussion recorded at the Stalking Show 2025 for the British Deer Society, we bring together an extraordinary group of experts to tackle the contentious question: are our current deer management strategies fit for purpose, and do our training standards meet modern demands? Our diverse panel offers fascinating perspectives from different regions and approaches. From the Nethe...
A humble fleece from a sheep's back holds the key to a more sustainable clothing industry—if only we'd reconnect with this remarkable fiber. In this episode, we journey deep into the world of wool processing with Fiona, founder of The Shire Mill, a small independent operation breathing new life into British wool. The disconnect between sheep farmers and the true value of their wool tells a troubling story. What once provided a farmer's annual rent now fetches less than the cost of shearing, ...
Darren from Kirkbourne Spaniels, a two-time UK Gun Dog Trainer of the Year winner, shares his journey from farming background to professional dog trainer, revealing practical techniques and philosophy for effective dog handling and training. • Building a career from a lifelong passion for working dogs and field sports • Matching dog breeds to specific purposes and activities • Understanding "imprinting" - how handlers transfer their energy to their dogs • Common training mistakes like overus...
In this episode I talk to Dean who is a sporting agent and hunter in Croatia we look at the types of hunting he offer and the things you will need to get yourself out there to hunt. His website can be found here https://www.dean-outdoors.hr/ It's certainly worth a look if you are looking for a diffrent kind of hunting experiance _____________________________________________________________________________________ Thinking about doing the PDS1 or PDS2 use the link below. https://...
In this episode I engages in a comprehensive discussion with Ben from Deer Central. We delve into Ben's latest product launch, exploring its features, development process, and anticipated impact on the deerstalking community. Additionally, Ben shares his experiences and key takeaways for the Stalking Show, offering listeners valuable insights into current trends and advancements in the field. This episode provides an in-depth look at innovations in deerstalking equipment and the evolving land...
Who are Fortis? I chat with Oliver Massey Birch the owner of the company and we look back at how it started and where it is today. Requirements for shooting clothing have become more demanding and people want for more for the money these days. Oliver tells us what sort of service you will expect if you step on to a stand at a show. Is Fortis the new front runner in outdoor and shooting clothing? Thats up to you to decided but have a listen and then visit them at one of the many shows around t...
A quick chat with David about the Upcoming 2025 stalking show the count down is on 12/13th April @ The Staffordshire County Showground Lets find out what's new for this year show Remember to come along and say hello _____________________________________________________________________________________ Thinking about doing the PDS1 or PDS2 use the link below. https://www.shootingandhuntingacademy.co.uk/link/6f1QuV Using this link above you will get a Free PDS1 ...
I talk to Tilly, but who is Tilly she is part of a new generation trying to make a go of living in highland glens of Scotland. Join myself and Tilly looking at all the things a young mother get done from dog training to sheep and chicken herding. Tilly has stated a new podcast called Tilly Talks worth a listen. Just an insight to the adventure of this young couple and the struggles of living in the Highlands of Scotland. Support the show Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_outdoor...
Join me on this chat with Kate about her journey with Lyme Disease It's spread by a small blood sucking insect called a tick and can have life changing effects on the body. Kate has worked through many different ways to prove she had Lyme as the NHS said she didn't. Here are a few interesting links Kate asked me to add https://www.facebook.com/share/18KCygAhjb/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://time.com/6974403/chronic-lyme-disease-research/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR3eq58Y3BRJiFCmPsP7TSe02INS...
Join Myself and Katherine between Christmas and New year on a number of stalks around aberdeenshire. The journey starts at the target settling Katherine into the rifle. I think the nerves of the microphone didn't help. We stalk 4 different areas in each case they present different challenges. The weather on this weekend was incredible difficult, no wind and incredibly mild for the time of year. Who is this podcast aimed at new stalkers or people interested in getting into st...
In this episode we meet Claus and Freya a Danish couple who hunt together but have moved to the warmer climate of Italy where they enjoy their new passion of long-range target shooting We explore the different laws in owning firearms in both countries as well as the hunting laws Claus and Freya are one of the first couples to be Pulsar Prostaff. __________________________________________________________________________________ Thinking about doing the PDS1 or PDS2 use the link ...
In this episode we meet Dana and talk to her about the journey to become a hunter in Canada. It covers the law around firearms and hunting licence We also talk about her first solo hunt __________________________________________________________________________________ Thinking about doing the PDS1 or PDS2 use the link below. https://www.shootingandhuntingacademy.co.uk/link/6f1QuV Support the show Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_outdoor_gibbon/
Stefan Orman is back to talk about the newest scope that Pulsar have just brought to the Market. We look at all the new and improved features of this unit. We also discuss the new Axion rang and the Merger XT We talk in detail about the sensor and lenses Support the show Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_outdoor_gibbon/
Part one of a two part podcast looking at thermal imagining and how the technology has moved from Image intensifier tube to digital night vision to the newest themal imagining devices allowing us to see the unseen world in the dark or just in the shadows We look at sensors, pixel pitch, fields of view and NEDT and talk about how these can make a thermal different from the next We talk about Pulsar Devices but other thermal devices are available _______________...
In this episode I chat with Tina a model, artist and survivalist who was on the Netflix show Outlast. We talk about how you survive and what it like behind scenes with the bit they don’t show on the tv. This is one tough lady who really breaks the stigma of women in outdoor adventures. Her resilience to push right to the end with a strong commitment to team work you will certainly see if you watch the show ____________________________________________________...
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