Becoming a Bowhunter

This weeks podcast comes to you from deer camp, only today Matty takes a slightly different approach. You’ll hear from 4 different members of the camp — only today we’re talking favourite stories from the bush. There’s a lot to be learned from asking questions… However sometimes it’s just bloody good to hear about the adventures and fun times in camp… And so today, that is what we’re delivering. A compilation of favourite stories in the wild.  And much much more… Find or special guests: Corey: @corey_seymo Grant Rand: @grant_randy_rand Benny Fensom: @benny_fensom Toby Nicholls @nz_huntergatherer Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @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 ✌️

Bringing you another ripper of an episode straight from the middle of Deer Camp. This was at the end of day 2 of the recent Bush Buck Trip that Matty and the boys did. Warning good times were had and there was no filter on swear words as the drinks were flowing. Podcast topics:  Hunting torches Our honest thoughts on the Bush Buck GearFinding habitat that’s suited to specific species Knowing your blockPigs, pigs, pigs, pigs, pigs, and pigsThe funny farm The story of SallyHunting packsFinding yourself in a rut during the rut. And much much more… Find or special guests: Grant Rand: @grant_randy_rand Benny Fensom: @benny_fensom Corey: @corey_seymo Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @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’s joined by 2 of our Kiwi Brothers Struan Purdie & Toby Nichols Toby was the brains behind a recent Bush Buck adventure we all embarked on and Struan was the man behind capturing the whole thing. However as you’ll find in this podcast the boys are both seasoned hunters and been on many a journey through NZ. Podcast topics:  The beginnings of this adventure Becoming a bowhunter: Toby’s editionIn Greenland hunting sealsGetting into filming huntsHunting regulations in NZYou will not eradicate our pestsUnderstanding the topography The Future of hunting in NZThe hierarchy of animals in NZThe New Zealand Trio And much much more… Find or special guests: Toby Nicholls @nz_huntergatherer Strain Purdie @earlybirdmedia Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @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’s joined in a slightly different way… He put out the call on Socials for questions for a Q&A and the reply was huge… So He brought in a mixture of previous guests to help out with a range of different questions. Podcast topics:  1,3, or 5 pin sightsShot process Fallow, fallow and more fallow. Caping an animal and preserving the skin Meat safety Arrow shafts for kids and shorter womenThe Bowhunters challenge Something about horn sizes Why choose a bow if you want meat? Starting from scratch And much much more… Find or special guests: @jamesdoumtsisoutdoors @grant_randy_rand @brettmeldrum085 @kev_schilf @iansummersofficial Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @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’s joined by repeat guest mr Jack Spinks. Jack is well known and well respected in the world of stick bows… And if you’ve seen the critters he puts down you’ll know why. We have a lot of laughs as Jack shares a wealth of knowledge and highlights from his bowhunting adventures. Podcast topics: - the  The cod conundrum Buying the perfect stick bowThey don’t make em like they used toJack’s involvement with the bowhunters domain shaftsHow to not die in campThe inspiration one gets from bowhuntingHunting with Joel TurnerThose pademelons are mighty good grubThe bowmen vigilantes 3 guys, 3 stick bows and 80 pigs in 3 days And much much more… Find Jack: jackspinks_ Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: @dogandguncoffee https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/ Use checkout code BOWHUNTER for $10 off your next order ✌️

Welcome to the second century of the podcast. This week Matty fills you in on some event successful hunts… Plus, The 10 lessons he’s learnt from bowhunting that translate into everyday life as well! The lessons are: Progress comes in small steps Slow is smooth smooth is fast The world doesn’t owe you anything  You have to develop your own moral and ethical compass There’s support in every community  The work starts where you think the journey ends  Learn from your mistakes or be ready to walk a long unsuccessful road.  The small things really matter matter.  Perfection is unattainable but Persistence does pay off. Learn to use your senses Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: @dogandguncoffee https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/ Use checkout code BOWHUNTER for $10 off your next order ✌️

We have a stacked line up for our 100th Episode. Slightly different layout to normal as this is from the live event hosted at Dog and Gun Coffee HQ. They put on a break with a panel including: Brad Smith @bradsmith_bowhunt_downunder Ian Summers @iansummersofficial Kev Schilf @Kev_Schilf Between these 3 men thee is more than a lifetime of bowhunting experience. And the best part is… There is a crowd of bowhunters picking their brains. Find the boys:  Brad Smith @bradsmith_bowhunt_downunder Ian Summers @iansummersofficial Kev Schilf @Kev_Schilf Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: @dogandguncoffee https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/ Use checkout code BOWHUNTER for $10 off your next order ✌️

This week Matty catches up with Holly Boon Holly fell back in love with the wild in her early 20s and decided to start going on solo camping adventures. This soon lead to a desire to pick up a rifle and hunt while out on adventures… Which then lead to picking up a bow. Holly gives some incredible tips for women looking to get into hunting in general but in particular bowhunting. Podcast topics: The innate calling back to the wildGetting close to wild animals with Andrew UclesPersistence hunting - outrunning animalsIntro to archeryDrawing backbones is hard Different hunting approachesMy girlfriends don’t understand hunting Learning to butcher Getting help from the locals Picking up her first bowTraining to be able to draw back the bowWhat poundage do you need to shoot for hunting?Dragging deer is hardSharing deer camp with experienced huntingThe Sambar adventure Asking for advice - don’t be afraid to do it …And much, much more. Find Liam Woods @hollyboon_ Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: @dogandguncoffee https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/ Use checkout code BOWHUNTER for $10 off your next order ✌️

This week Matty catches up with retiring guest Liam Woods. Liam had an absolute stellar rut this year and he gives us a FULL run down of how it all played out. Liam’s incredibly mindful of his approach to bowhunting and absolutely loves helping others to become the best ethical bowhunters they can be. If you’re not already following Liam on social be sure to jump across and follow him on instagram as he’s regularly putting up incredibly educational content for other hunters. Podcast topics: All about Hota and the reds… Until a boar shows upKeeping track of boars on your blockCroacking bucks and speaking doe’sThe big old 4x4Using red hid callsRound 2, fight!Is he blind deff and dumb or just in the rut?Shot placementsThe anatomy of a critterPicking the perfect spot depends on anglesShooting bigger versus smaller gameGoats, pigs, foxes, cats, deer, camels, buff - hit them here …And much, much more. Find Liam Woods @liam_bowhunter Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: @dogandguncoffee https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/ Use checkout code BOWHUNTER for $10 off your next order ✌️

This week Matty catches up with top selling author Ross O’Meara. Recently Ross Published his wild game cookbook “Wild Meat” and it quickly rose to top ranks all around the world. Ross is a top bloke and a fellow rifle and bowhunter who has sourced and been responsible for his own meat for over 15 years now. Ross’s approach to cooking is really basic which makes it even more accessible for the everyday average Joe in the kitchen. Podcast topics: Wild Meat - The bookRoss’s fight with his bowShifting the focus to wild meatField preparation is KEYAging the meatWhat cuts for what mealsRoss’s twice cooked specialIs offal too awful?Other game animalsRoss’s future endeavours  …And much, much more. Find Ross O’Meara: @_rossomeara Buy Ross’ Book: https://amzn.asia/d/4fi4r0f Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: @dogandguncoffee https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/ Use checkout code BOWHUNTER for $10 off your next order ✌️

This week Matty delivers a recap from his week away chasing Red Deer during the 2023 roar. There’s a few characters to this story that Matty gets you well acquainted with in the podcast.  Like, Scotty - Matty’s brother in law  Cecil the 6x7 who hangs out on wattle hill The big bodied SPIKER  And of course the one and only Frank The Tank - a dream stag for Matty. Podcast topics: Scotty’s first huntThe ghost that got awayThe Big Bodied SpikerOur introduction to CecilHow the roofers saved Frank’s lifeTaking it to the 11th hour for Scott’s huntGetting to know Cecil and his friends The show down with Frank the tankCecil’s cries wolfTaking it to the 11th hour for the second time this weekA quick recap on gratitude, learnings and things to come Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: @dogandguncoffee https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/ Use checkout code BOWHUNTER for $10 off your next order ✌️

Ian Summers is finally back for round two. After laying down some of the best advice in episode 1 on how to buy the perfect bow Ian is back talking about 1%ers to make you the best bowhunter possible. When you’re doing something as unpredictable as bowhunting it’s important to take control of what you can… And in this episode, Ian helps you to do just that. Podcast topics: - tuning a bow is like skinning a cat Paper tuning? 1% after 1% makes you better when everything else is against youBow strings - what you NEED to look out forFine tuning your shot processIt’s the big dumb idiot holding it… not the bowRelease aids, bandaids or solutions?StabilisersArrow weights - What you ACTUALLY need for hunting And much , much more Find Ian Summers: @iansummersofficial @summersarchery Summersarchery.com.au Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: @dogandguncoffee https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/ Use checkout code "BOWHUNTER" for $10 off your next order ✌️

David Luxford has been bowhunting for 34 years and during that time has seen and achieved a lot. Bowhunting has taken him all around Australia and has seen him take ALL species able to be hunted in Aus. He’s a veteran writer and if you’ve got a collection of bowhunting magazines there is a fair chance you’ve read many of his publications before… However he also wrote a book on bowhunting as well as a book on taxidermy. To say he’s knowledgeable is an understatement. Podcast topics: - A late start to bowhunting  Falling in love with the lifestyleThe badges that inspired many years of adventureThe spirit of bowhunting, the arrow and the animalWriting a bowhunting bookTaking on ALL of the Australian speciesThe courage of a bowhunterTaking out the youngWhere do you leave your ego in bowhunting TaxidermyPrepping a shoulder mountAnd much , much more Find David Luxford: David isn’t on social media but his son Michael is. You can keep up to date with their adventures via Michaels page: @Michael.luxford.bowhunting Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: @dogandguncoffee https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/ Use checkout code BOWHUNTER for $10 off your next order ✌️  

This week Matty is joined by repeat guest Brad Murphy @thebowhuntingcoach Brad’s been bowhunting for over 20 years now, so it’s safe to say he has a wealth of knowledge… Knowledge that he’s now compiled into a course he’s calling “Building Better Bowhunter” For more information on the course listen to the full episode and head over to Brad’s website www.thebowhuntingcoach.com Podcast topics:   - Hunting in the extreme cold You can never be prepared enough Hunting musk oxBuilding better bowhuntersThe modules Getting to know your bow and how to shoot itUnderstanding what gear is right for YOUIn-person bowhunting courses/meetupsButchering and cooking wild game  And much, much more Find Brad Murphy: @thebowhuntingcoach  www.thebowhuntingcoach.com Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: @dogandguncoffee https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/ Use checkout code BOWHUNTER for $10 off your next order ✌️  

This week Matty is joined by the legend of the red deer — Kev Schilf. You may remember him from episode #2 where Kev came in and shared his knowledge on Reds… Well he’s back, only this time we get very specific on the roar. … But more importantly, he shares how YOU can have your best rut to date. Podcast topics:  Understanding the RoarThe migration The first days of roaringThe actual best time to be in the bush Sleeping with the critters What you should listen forHow and when to call What approach should you take on your stalk?Genetics and cull stagsThe Head HindSit back and take it all inSharing in the success  And much, much more. Find Kev Schilf: @kev_schilf Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: @dogandguncoffee https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/ Use checkout code BOWHUNTER for $10 off your next order ✌️