Jody Stow is playing for keeps hunting the wilds of NZ. This young man has some very impressive hunts on his YouTube channel - Adventures of Jody - @JodyStow but in this episode we chat about a planned 21 day solo hunt but he had to pop the cap on his EPIRB and get a choppered out. We also chat about hunting in NZ and gear he uses along with some tips. Follow along on his Insta too; @adventures_of_jody_As discussed in this episode, I'm also giving a shoutout to the good crew at Precision Helicopters for helping Jody out; precisionhelicopters.nzI also speak with James from ShokStop who has some gear for helping with shooting big rifles or lots of shots. The ShokStop system might be just the thing to help you improve your shooting without having to chop and change your rifle. Have a look at; @shokstop or the website; shokstop.com.auDon't forget that in 2025 I am proud to be supported by two great partners;Natures Perks -naturesperks.com.au@natures_perks_ausGun Traders Australia -guntraders.com.au@guntradersaustraliaPlease also continue to support the 2024 partners;Skeleton Optics AustraliaOn Track MealsFeel free to reach out for a chat or with any podcast ideas;@australian_hunting_backcountryaustralian.hunting.backcountry@outlook.com.auRemember to look after yourself and your mates - Tobias.
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Ep. 31 NZ womens hunt with Kate from A Little Wander
Kate had her camping toilet stolen and then decided to get revenge on those that took it...not really but she did have a loo knocked off and couldn't help but wonder why.Kate from @alittle.wander got the opportunity to hunt part of NZ's backcountry with a group of other superwomen to learn, share, experience, bond and laugh. In this episode I get to hear some of the highlights from this trip and Kate also shares some of her experiences hunting as a mother of two young girls.Hopefully Kate gets the chance to get the YouTube video of this hunt pieced together but you can also check out my friend, Lucy Nilson's YouTube for her video from the trip.I also speak with Kieran from @arktos_coolers who has some great looking gear for keeping things cold when they should be and hot when you want them to be along with some other gear that might interest you all. Have a look at; arktos.com.au Don't forget that in 2025 I am proud to be supported by two great partners;Natures Perks -naturesperks.com.au@natures_perks_ausGun Traders Australia -guntraders.com.au@guntradersaustraliaPlease also continue to support the 2024 partners;Skeleton Optics AustraliaOn Track MealsFeel free to reach out for a chat or with any podcast ideas;@australian_hunting_backcountryaustralian.hunting.backcountry@outlook.com.auRemember to look after yourself and your mates - Tobias.
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Ep. 30 Backpack buff hunting & Hooked Up app
Firstly, who would be crazy enough to hunt buffalo with an archery set up but secondly, who would do it at the most humid time of the year. Let me introduce you to Josh from Hooked On Life.Josh recounts the adventure two of them went on to try and bow hunt a buffalo bull in the Northern Territory and their struggles. Go view this video and many others on his YouTube and Instagram; @hookedonlife__Josh is also bringing to life a brilliant idea to help hunters and fishers come together more and share resources. The app is "Hooked Up" and could be truly a gamechanger for those looking to increase opportunities and meet likeminded people. I've kind of made it sound like a dating app but you be the judge of that...Follow along and sign up for notifications on the soon to be released app; @hookedupappDon't forget that in 2025 I am proud to be supported by two great partners;Natures Perks -naturesperks.com.au@natures_perks_ausGun Traders Australia -guntraders.com.au@guntradersaustraliaPlease also continue to support the 2024 partners;Skeleton Optics AustraliaOn Track MealsFeel free to reach out for a chat or with any podcast ideas;@australian_hunting_backcountryaustralian.hunting.backcountry@outlook.com.auRemember to look after yourself and your mates - Tobias.
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Ep. 29 Argali backcountry gear & Sambar Soaps
If you don't know about Brad Brooks and Argali yet, then do yourself two favours - check out the YouTube channel and head to their website argalioutdoors.com to have a look at the gear they design. I am thankful that quite a bit is available in Australia so I've been able to inspect it for myself at my local hunting store. @argali_officialI also chat with Chris from Sambar Soaps about his scent blocking products that he has designed from personal hunting experience. Anything that gives us an advantage is worth it in my opinion. If you're interested in trying some out, you can purchase off his website sambarsoaps.com or check out his socials @sambarsoapsandapparelDon't forget that in 2025 I am proud to partner with;Natures Perks -naturesperks.com.au@natures_perks_ausGun Traders Australia -guntraders.com.au@guntradersaustraliaPlease also continue to support the 2024 partners;Skeleton Optics AustraliaOn Track MealsFeel free to reach out for a chat or with any podcast ideas;@australian_hunting_backcountryaustralian.hunting.backcountry@outlook.com.auRemember to look after yourself and your mates - Tobias.
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Ep. 28 Knives and mental health with Rob Herbert and Liquid Antler
Hi all, I have the honour of speaking with two legends in this episode; Rob Herbert (R & N Blades) plus Jason (@liquidantler). I chat with Rob about his legendary knife making talents and about his own mental health journey and suicide prevention - for which Rob is a massive advocate for. I also sit down with Jason and we discuss why mental health is so important to him and our fundraising efforts in 'Mullets For Mental Health'.These are some confronting but essential conversations as we need to start encouraging men to speak out about their mental health concerns and I hope that you can all reach into your pockets a little and donate to our team for the Black Dog Institute.If you are in need of help all I ask that you call triple zero, see your GP, reach out to a mate, a loved one or any of the services that can get you help talk you through a crisis or give you some coping strategies to keep going because every storm runs out of rain.Please donate HERE.If you need support call one of the following numbersLifeline Australia | 13 11 14Lifeline New Zealand | 0800 543 354Kids Helpline | 1800 55 1800MensLine Australia | 1300 78 99 78Suicide Call Back Service | 1300 659 467Beyond Blue | 1300 22 4636Open Arms – Veterans & Families Counselling | 1800 011 046Qlife – anonymous and free LGBTI peer support | 1800 184 527 – (3PM-Midnight every day)Thirrili 24/7 | 1800 805 801Brother to brother 24-hour crisis line | 1800 435 799Don't forget that in 2025 I am proud to partner with;Natures Perks -naturesperks.com.au@natures_perks_ausGun Traders Australia -guntraders.com.au@guntradersaustraliaPlease also continue to support the 2024 partners;Skeleton Optics AustraliaOn Track MealsFeel free to reach out for a chat or with any podcast ideas;@australian_hunting_backcountryaustralian.hunting.backcountry@outlook.com.auRemember to look after yourself and your mates - Tobias.
As the name suggests, the podcast is focusing on backcountry hunting, not only in Australia and New Zealand, but anywhere else overseas where great adventures exist. I want to bring a podcast that explores gear, places and hunting opportunities, lived experiences, different perspectives and share the passion that people have for hard earned hunts.
I will also bring Australian and small businesses to the front, so listeners are exposed to some of the smaller or niche providers out there that support hunters and give hunters the chance to hear about things that they might want but didn’t know to look for.
We will examine gear and hear why hunters want/need some products and might not need others, conduct comparisons between products and locations and discuss the work/life/hunting balance of hunters.
The podcast will be educational and entertaining for hunters ranging from those who have no backpack hunting experience to those that consider themselves experts (as we can all learn something from someone).
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