Becoming a Bowhunter

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 ✌️

Join Matty as he dives into the wild with renowned hunter, filmmaker, and conservationist, Donnie Vincent. Known for his profound connection with nature and extensive experience as a wildlife biologist, Donnie shares insights that blend adventure with a deep reverence for the natural world. Podcast Topics The transformative power of nature on our mindset.Insights into wildlife behaviour and ecosystem balance.The role of hunting in conservation and personal growth.Challenges and adversity build characterPerspectives on wildlife management and environmental policy.The problem with social media is the lensWhat hunters could do betterThe constant fight that we have to show up forWas that a bear in your tent? And much, much more. Where to Find Donnie Vincent: Instagram: @donnie_vincent Website: Donnie Vincent Watch his films on https://www.youtube.com/@Donnie_Vincent 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 recaps his week of chasing red deer in the 2024 roar. This week was full of explorations, learning and a lot of freaking effort — All of which was not a waste. In typical hunting style, it came right down to the 111th hour to have success on this hunt. Podcast Topics: Slow afternoon into an exciting morningThe damn windThe weird rutWhy’s this happeningHello spikeyNow we’re talking, and yes, I want you to come here. Pick yourself up, the jobs not done yetWhat are you really hunting for? The 11th hour And much more… Find Matty and Becoming a Bowhunter: Instagram: @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 ✌️

In this episode of Becoming a Bowhunter, Matty Turner dives into his recent pre-rut fallow deer hunting adventure, sharing thrilling stories, unexpected encounters ( and HUGE GIFT), PLUS valuable insights from the hunt. While he didn’t capture the voices of the others in camp, he’s preserved what he can with his recap. Matty recounts the excitement, challenges, and unforgettable moments from the hunt. Podcast Topics: The 5 year anniversary of BABHSurrounding yourself with incredible people makes camp so much fun. Good or bad juju? Too early?My first Croak , I’m a happy man.Insights into deer behavior during the pre-rut seasonCreep’n BucksGrant’s immaculate deer dance And much more… Find Matty and Becoming a Bowhunter: Instagram: @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 on Becoming a Bowhunter, Matty sits down with Benny Fensom in a unique on-the-hunt podcast episode. Benny is a mad keen stick bow hunter and often takes his kids out with him to call in critters. Benny shares his philosophy on family, the outdoors, and the importance of nurturing a love for nature from a young age. In This Episode: Benny's approach to involving his children in hunting activities.The challenges and rewards of balancing personal hunting time with family time.Anecdotes from the hunt: A real-time hunting session with Benny and Matty, providing insights into their strategies, the excitement of the chase, and the occasional misfire.Reflections on how hunting strengthens family bonds and instills values of patience, responsibility, and respect for nature.The Stalker stick bowBoars busting out in real timeThe perfect amount of time to fox call And much much more. Find Benny Fensom: @benny_fensom Find Becoming a Bowhunter: Instagram: @becomingabowhunter.podcast Hosted by Matty: @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 Julz Bennic. Julz is no stranger to getting the job done in bowhunting and fishing. Littered across his socials are endless encounters of successful hunts that he’s had all over Australia. This episode is packed with insights that both novice and seasoned bowhunters will find invaluable as they navigate the challenges of the early rut. Podcast Highlights: Early rut observations on his local blocksStrategic Stalking - keep in the shadows. Calling and Rattling Techniques Julz Successfully Uses.Hunting in the heat. Bowhunting & fishing the top en of Australia. Chasing Chital Deer. Fishing for BIG ASS Murray CodThe frustrations of bowhunting Rut ambitions and future endeavours Gear upgrades and bow technology. Find Julz Bennic: Instagram: @julzbennic_bowhunting_fishing Find Becoming a Bowhunter: Instagram: @becomingabowhunter.podcastHosted by Matty: @mattyafter Podcast Sponsors: Dog and Gun Coffee: Jumpstart your outdoor adventures with high-quality coffee. Use code BOWHUNTER for $10 off your next order at www.dogandguncoffee.com. Kayuga Broadheads: Experience the difference with precision-engineered broadheads. Use code BAB10 for 10% off at www.kayugabroadheads.com.au.

This episode delves deep into the behaviors, strategies, and experiences surrounding the fallow deer rut, featuring seasoned hunters Grant "Randy" Rand and first-time guest Toby Hines. With their extensive knowledge and firsthand experiences, they unpack the intricacies of hunting during the rut, offering invaluable insights for both novice and veteran bow hunters. Podcast Highlights: Preparing for the rut: understanding the timeline and behaviors of fallow deer.Strategies for hunting pre-rut, during the rut, and post-rut.The importance of knowing your hunting block and how seasonal changes affect deer behavior.Tactics for setting up game cameras, using scents, and strategic stalking.The role of genetics in trophy hunting and managing deer populations.Each week of the rut broken into what to do’s and hunting scenarios. Calling Masterclass: Understand how to sound like a buck and doe and when to use the callsThe boys ambitions for this years rut Where to Find the Guests: Grant Rand: @grant_randy_rand @kayugabroadheads Toby Hynes: @hunt_mountains @thebighorndeercaller 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, join us as we dive deep with archery legend Tim Gillingham, known for his unparalleled expertise and innovative techniques in the world of archery. With years of experience and a knack for pushing the boundaries of equipment and skill, Tim shares his journey, from the early days of experimenting with archery mechanics to becoming a pivotal figure in the sport's evolution. Podcast Topics: Exploring Tim's approach to a torque-free grip and its impact on shooting accuracy.The significance of equipment customization, including Tim's shift to 3D printed grips and the rationale behind it.Insight into Tim's mental strategies for handling pressure in competitive and hunting scenarios.A look at the evolution of archery equipment through Tim's lens, highlighting the critical role of tuning.Tim's philosophy on continuous learning and sharing knowledge within the archery community. And much much more. Find Tim Gillingham: @gillingham.tim 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 is joined by Darrin Christenberry. Darrin is a part of the pro staff for Elite Archery and does the rounds of the archery & 3D competitive scene in America and other parts of the world. He’s lived and breathed archery for the majority of his adult life, including working within the industry. Over the last few years, though, Darrin came up again with some of the worst possible target panic known to the archery world. So much so that he almost packed in his whole career. However, instead of throwing it away, Darrin did something drastic and rebuilt himself as a left-handed shooter. After a two-year rebuild, Darrin has been able to stand back on the top of the podium. And in today's episode, the boys go deep into unpacking the mental hurdles and obstacles Darrin had to overcome. Find Darrin: @darrinchristenberry 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 interviews Graham Cahill. You may know Graham from his hosting spot on 4WD 24/7. Particularly with his recent side project “Off Grid” where Graham showcases traveling around the remote wilderness of Australia without access to anything but what you have on you. Well it turns out that Graham is also bowhunting mad, and has a fair few stories that are well worth listening to. A strong message that Graham shared throughout the podcast was to remember to keep it light-hearted and fun. We all know bowhunting can be an absolute slugfest sometimes and this simple reminder can keep your froth for the lifestyle high. Podcast topic: You don’t have to be an influencer to enjoy this beautiful worldTime in the industry The size of the team and efforts behind 4WD 24/7Graham’s favourite carFinding bowhunting Hunting in WAGood friends make hunting betterLiving off the shoulders of giants (not a short joke)That’s not a western billy… This is a western BillyDon’t forget the culturePlacebo or ghosts?The mighty Marron rush at Sue’s river crossing And a whole freaking heap more… Find Graham: @ecomuseimages @4wd247 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 fields the question of HOW TO GAIN PROPERTY ACCESS FOR HUNTING. Access is something that almost all hunters struggle to gain at one point or another and this episode takes a mix of what Matty has had work for him, Stories from how other hunters have gained hunting access, PLUS, a mix of tactics that Matty Shares with his students when it comes to landing new clients using cold outreach methods. In this episode you’ll be given a heap of tactics to trial, however know that your intentions should be pure and you should not use these methods without needing to give… And give without expectations. You’re not owed anything, however, with the many methods shared throughout this episode, you may just be able to land yourself a new hunting block in 2024! 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 is joined by the legendary Isaac Daly. Isaac, also known as Shrek is the man behind the Noob Spearo podcast and has recently started running spear fishing educational courses. Matty recently completed the beginners course and was absolutely chuffed with the outcome of the weekend. The boys dive deep into the spearfishing world and Shrek's experiences Podcast topic: Getting acquainted Noob Spearo beginningsThe opportunities gifted.Releasing a course The grey tax manParallelsSafety in the waterMatty pushing his limits The best seafood cookbook giveaway Future endeavours Hopes and dreams for noob spearo And a whole freaking heap more… Find Isaac Daly: @noobspearo https://www.noobspearo.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 ✌️ @kayuga_broadheads https://www.kayugabroadheads.com.au/ Use checkout code BAB10 for 10% off your next order ✌️

This week Matty is joined by Aaron Whitaker. Aaron’s social media presence across instagram and YouTube has helped to educate many and spread the good word of hunting to thousands. From bowhunting goats to reloading bullets and everything in between that the outdoors have to offer. Recently Aaron went on an exploration to New Zealand to hunt bull Tahr and Matty and Aaron showcase the trip and items needed/things to think about if you’d like to mirror a trip over the pond like this. Podcast topic: Clips from the early days of bowhunting.Getting into hunting. Rifle or bowPrep & planningGear for NZFinding and Hunting the best parts of public landPricing for a trip like this And a whole freaking heap more… Find Luke: @ta.whitaker_ 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 ✌️

Somewhere between the inception of magazines being the only bit of Australian bowhunting content and the creation of myspace, there was a time when online forums reigned supreme. And the guest on today’s episode Mr Luke Griffin, is the man behind the wildly popular forum: The Bowhunters Group Of Australia. Luke shares som incredible yarns from while he was running the forum and explains some of the great journey’s it took him on. And while the forums are back up and running (once again because of Luke) despite being switched off for a few years… They’re not his main focus in the hunting realm anymore. Recently, Luke and his friend acquired Braden Wear, the camouflage/hunting/outdoors clothing brand. As well as running "The Hunting Republic Podcast." Podcast topic: Before Facebook Hunting forumsCreating a bowhunting magazineThe crash of the forum Hunting beginnings Taking on Braken Wear Camo 101Quality control Things to comeFuture adventures to have… And a whole freaking heap more… Find Luke: @the_hunting_republic @braken_hunter @brakenwear 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 is joined by the machine Grant “RANDY” Rand. Grant’s only recently returned from his Bulgarian hunt, and this one is a well requested episode from the Becoming A Bowhunter community. The boys unpack everything you need to know about getting yourself over to Bulgaria to hunt what’s debatably the best wild fallow deer in the world. Podcast topic: - flights FlightsLanguage barriers - they’re a thingChanging the rules because of foolsThe traditions introduced by other culturesPay to play, no matter your handThe European brown bearUse the gear that leaves you with no fearIntroducing “The Keiler”3 dead in one afternoonMoving locationsI’m not going first, you go first Understanding the new rules Good omens - Do you believe in them? And a whole freaking heap more… Find Grant: @grant_randy_rand 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 is joined by the machine Grant “RANDY” Rand. Grant’s only recently returned from his Bulgarian hunt, and this one is a well requested episode from the Becoming A Bowhunter community. The boys unpack everything you need to know about getting yourself over to Bulgaria to hunt what’s debatably the best wild fallow deer in the world. Podcast topic: - flights FlightsLanguage barriers - they’re a thingChanging the rules because of foolsThe traditions introduced by other culturesPay to play, no matter your handThe European brown bearUse the gear that leaves you with no fearIntroducing “The Kyler”3 dead in one afternoonMoving locationsI’m not going first, you go first Understanding the new rules Good omens - Do you believe in them? And a whole freaking heap more… Find Grant: @grant_randy_rand 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 the flesh by Jas Ritchie. Jas joined Matty and Adam in camp for a night to meet up and get a podcast recorded and the boys came through with the goods. Jas has ben bowhunting for 15 years+ and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to slaying some for the biggest and best boars and billy’s NSW has to offer. It’s a very insightful podcast but not the only one we’ll share with Jas. Podcast topics: Growing up with an old man that huntsWhat level of froth are you at know? Billy, Billy, Billy, Billy.The trick to bringing BIG boars onto your block. Arrows. Easy vanes, just try not to glue your feet to the floor. Gaining and losing access.Catching 1m PLUS sized Cod. And much much more Find Jas Ritche: @jasritche 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 returning guest and good friend Adam Barter. This is another in-camp podcast where the boys are mid-journey uncovering some of their findings from a paid block in NSW. They have a lot of laughs, and Adam shares some cool insights from his background in horticulture, all relevant to hunting. Podcast topics: - The Epitome a biodiverse haven Chopper shootsHunting paid blocksWhat do foxes and cows have in common?Bushbuck bag review Pigs! Pigs! Pigs!How to hunt the thick stuffBuilding a trad bow from scratch And much, much more Find Adam Barter: @bartsbowhunts 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 returning guest Benny Salleras. Ben is an avid bowhunter who’s very passionate about preserving this way of life we all love and adore. He’s spent thousands of hours out hunting and guiding. In today’s podcast, we talk about something that isn’t brought to light on social media or many platforms at all… And that is What to do when you’ve hit an animal and the shot placement hasn’t gone to plan. With Ben’s knowledge and the amount of time he has under his belt in the bush, he’s able to share some incredible insights as to how to approach each situation if you’re ever to find yourself in this predicament. Podcast topics: - The Season The SeasonShit shot, now what?Learning to deal with adrenaline Natural instincts of an injured critterYour ethical obligationRusa, Rusa and more RusaMatty’s surprising tie to the central QLD RusaThe feral species act And much, much more Find Benny Salleras: @bennysalleras @silentpursuits 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 is the last of the recent podcast Matty went on down to the Hunter Valley Region. In todays episode you’ll hear a recap of just one day of hunting but believe us when we say… There are a lot of opportunities and learnings to be shared. With both Liam and Paul Woods sharing many insights and gold nuggets throughout the day — Corey, Kellan and Matty try to share some of that gold throughout this episode. Find or special guests: Corey Stenhouse: @stenny512 Kelan Stenhouse: @kellanstenhouse 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 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 ✌️

This week Matty is joined by the legend from the north Harry Stenton. Harry has been running the operations at True Wild Outfitters for the past 5 years and boy does he have some gold nuggets to share when it comes to the bovine species. Podcast topics: Harry’s beginnings in hunting and life What’s a Englishmen doing running an outfitters operation in the Northern TerritoryThe beginnings of True Wild OutfittersWhat Expectations should you take on a huntAll the gear with all the fearFinding the big buffWhat dictates a great trophy BuffaloHunting scrub bullsWho’s angrier buff, bulls or Harry Picking up the bow after a life of rifle huntingHarry’s biggest learnings and takeaways from bowhunting And much, much more. Find Harry Stenton: @harrystenton @truewildoutfitters @foveauxleathercraft 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 Liam Woods. Despite him being young Liam is deadly with a bow and absolutely jam-packed full of knowledge when it comes to critters, equipment and bowhunting in general. Podcast topics: Born into bowhuntingThe youngest member of the film crew for years on endFilming and editing bowhunting filmsThe 252Kg boarHunting the thickest of the thickThe final Red story from the 2022 Red RoarGoats, goats, and 40” goatsHow to judge the size of a goatD-loop sizing And so much more. Find Liam Woods @liam_bowhunter Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: www.bowhunterschallenge.com @dogandguncoffee https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/ Use checkout code BOWHUNTER for $10 off your next order ✌️

This week Matty is joined by Shazda Brown Shazda reached out after the podcast episode we did with Blood Origins after we had asked for some Indigenous Australian Bowhunters to call out and show their love for Bowhunting. Not only is Shazda a bowhunter but a very respectful and traditional follower of his ancestors songlines. Podcast topics: Shade’s intro to bowhuntingSonglines Traditional hunting methods Walk about and rights of passageSmoking ceremonies The Map of Indigenous AustraliaShazda’s tribeThe mental relief Bowhunting providesShazda’s dream for On Country Living becoming a hunting haven for struggling indigenous youth And much much more Find Shazda @oncountryliving Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: www.bowhunterschallenge.com @dogandguncoffee https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/ Use checkout code BOWHUNTER for $10 off your next order ✌️

This week Matty is joined by Mr Benny Fensom. Benny is a traditional bowhunter and outdoorsman through and through. This episode is filed with a heap of fascinating stories from benny’s adventures with his family and of course with his bow. Podcast topics: Benny’s beginnings Introducing kids to hunting Hunting packsTraveling QLD and the Cape with the family Hunting and fishing at Strathburn stationUnderstanding how precious life can beWood vs carbon arrows Tuning arrows and what not to doMissed opportunities on BIG reds And much much more Find Benny: @benny_fensom Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: www.bowhunterschallenge.com @dogandguncoffee https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/ Use checkout code BOWHUNTER for $10 off your next order ✌️

On this weeks episode Matty is joined by Corey from Dog and Gun Coffee. The guys delve deep into Corey’s extreme life change and transition into not only bowhunting, but also his position at Dog and Gun Coffee. Podcast topics: Moving interstate for a dream. Job Getting a start on hunting late in lifeMaking god coffee Hunting with others vs hunting by yourselfHunting bootsFast tracking your experience in the bush Kayuga adventures The bowhunters challenge And much much more. Find Corey: @coreox @dogandguncofee Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: www.bowhunterschallenge.com @dogandguncoffee https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/ Use checkout code BOWHUNTER for $10 off your next order ✌️

In this weeks episode Matty is joined by repeat offender Grant Randy Rand, His Brother Cameron Rand and the boys good friend Benny Fensom. On the day of the interview the boys had just returned from quite a successful fox hunt… which lead to a lot of the content for this episode. Podcast topics: Hunting beginnings Hunting styles Bow darts a game for the family to enjoy From compound to recurve and beyondFoxy territoryCalling in foxesHunting foxes spot and stalkThe boys hunt And much more… Find todays Guests: @grant_randy_rand @kayuga_broadheads @benny_fensom @ cameron_cambo_rand Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: www.bowhunterschallenge.com @dogandguncoffee https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/

This week Matty is joined by Robbie Kroger of Blood Origins. Robbie and the team over at Blood Origins are fighting hard to promote the truth about hunting… With a strong focus on hunters conservation efforts that have saved many species from going extinct. This podcast is mainly centred around the attack we’re currently facing against bowhunting in South Australia. There are a few asks of you within this podcast. Each one of them will help bowhunting in Australia… and hunting within the world. Help us to keep fighting the good fight. Find Robbie: @bloodorigins https://bloodorigins.org/ Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: www.bowhunterschallenge.com @dogandguncoffee https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/

This week Matty is joined by great friend of the podcast James Doumtsis. James has just returned from and absolutely epic trip to Motana, U.S.A to hunt Elk and Mule deer… And this is the complete unpacking of his hunt. James lays out everything from concept to making the dream a reality… Plus lays out exactly what he did when his plans didn’t workout the way he thought they would. S many great insights built into this absolute ripper of an episode. Find James Doumtsis: @jamesdoumtsisoutdoors @twin_elements @spottedsafaris https://www.youtube.com/c/TwinElements Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: www.bowhunterschallenge.com @dogandguncoffee https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/

This week Matty is joined by the legend Matt Williams (@fully_unqualified) Matt has been a keen hunter for most of his life. With a long history of chasing big toothy boars with dogs and a sticking knife. However, in recent years the obsession has turned to chasing pigs with the bow. Podcast topics: About the huntMatt’s prior hunting adventures Hunting with dogsWhat makes a good pig dog Buying a brand new bow - the process Matt just recently went throughMore on the huntDealing with skittish pigsWhat do you do when they all bunker down?Eating wild boarsThe butchering process And much more. You can find Matt Williams: @Fully_unqualified Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: www.bowhunterschallenge.com @dogandguncoffee Use the code “BOWHUNTER” https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/

Host Matty is joined by Jackson Crick @jackcriick also known as Jack Moon. Jack has become well known in the Australian bowhunting community for the great work he’s doing in his co-owned store Bowhunting only. The boys have brought to life an inshore experience where all bowhunters are welcome to come and get fitted and firing comfortably before walking away with their bow, ready for their next hunt. Podcast topics: Jack’s beginnings into bowhunting Taking up traditional archery (then putting it down multiple times - before picking it up again)What it actually takes to be accurate with a trad bow Styles of shooting with the trad bow. Hunting mountain boarsAccess and opportunitiesJacks favourite hunt… Hunting reds in the roarFuture endeavours And much more. Find Jack: @jackcriick @bowhunitingonly @atlaswild Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: www.bowhunterschallenge.com @dogandguncoffee Use the code “BOWHUNTER” https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/

This week Matty is joined by returning guest Mitch Warren. Mitch has enjoyed a life of bowhunting both in Australia and abroad. Mitch’s love for hunting knows no bounds. A few years back he became a guide @mitchell_cape_york_adventures In this podcast the guys discuss: Navigating covid as a guide Hunting the Cape in 2022 wetter season. The almighty scrub bull Close encounters Patterning un-pattern-able crittersThe perfect amount of time to boil a pigs jawBoiling skullsLearnings as a guideMitch’s shared knowledge to beginners And much much more. Find Mitch Warren: @mitch.warren @mitchell_cape_york_adventures Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: www.bowhunterschallenge.com @dogandguncoffee Use the code “BOWHUNTER” https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/

This week Matty is joined by Adam Barter @batsbowhunts After a short back story into who adam is and how he got into bowhunting… Adam quickly talks through a recap of a long awaited stick bow hunt that he recently completed. After a 3 year delay Adam finally had feet on the ground and was chasing the almighty water buffalo. Topics covered in this episode: Adam’s beginnings into the outdoors.The mentoring role adam has taken on for Matty Transition from traditional archery to compound archery and then back again to traditional archeryThe biggest game changers to Adam’s form after investing in a coach Getting to the huntThe hunting campBuffalo patterns, characteristics and mannerisms The hunt What it takes to put a buff downThe scrub bull adventure It wouldn’t be an NT hunting trip without a big toothy boar. Find Adam: @bartsbowhunts Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: www.bowhunterschallenge.com @dogandguncoffee Use the code “BOWHUNTER” https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/

On this week's episode, Matty gets interviewed on his Friend Isaak Hyde’s Podcast. The gentlemen go toe to toe in somewhat of a debate on differing opinions on whether you should eat meat or not… and if you do why you should hunt it with a bow and arrow. The interview actually takes many twists and turns. Including but not limited to: Why Matty hunts You can still love animals and hunt them to Meat processingWhy meat is healthier than plant based alternatives Going vegan still kills animal Differing perspectives to show a vegetarian why his may of thinking might be somewhat backwardsHunters saved African wild life And much, much more. Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: www.bowhunterschallenge.com @dogandguncoffee Use the code “BOWHUNTER” https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/

This week Matty is joined by the ever-adventurous Ryan Anderly. Ryan is a South African who found his love for bowhunting in New Zealand and now lives and hunts daily in Far North Queensland Australia. Given that Ryan is quite worldly he’s spent quite some time hunting many different critters from all over the globe. In today’s episode, however, we’re merely blessed by some of these great tales. Some of the topics: Encounters that were too close for comfortAvoiding mishaps in the wild Trophy Fallow Buck Shooting reds at 1.5m with a bowShould you roar?Hunting the cape Bowhunting abroadUpcoming tripsSpot and stalk or from a blind? And much, much more. Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: www.bowhunterschallenge.com @dogandguncoffee Use the code “BOWHUNTER” https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/

This week we bring a very reverting and the first of many in camp hunts. Joined by the 2 guys who know this property like the back of their hands - Grant “Randy” Rand and Corey Seymondsbergen. The conversation varies in topics and the knowledge flows thick and fast. Here are some of the topics you’ll hear from the excitement at deer camp: Corey’s intro to bowhunting Some of the animals he’s hunted over the years.How to get accessHow to maintain access What the heck is a Douglass score? Matty’s mountain boar huntThe best arrow comboRob’s lessons learnt on the huntThe best way to sharpen a pilot cutTypical of bowhunting - a lot of missed opportunities You can find Grant “Randy” Rand @grant_randy_rand @kayuga_broadheads You can find Cory Seymondsbergen: @corey_seymo Find Becoming a Bowhunter: @becomingabowhunter.podcast @mattyafter Podcast sponsors: www.bowhunterschallenge.com @dogandguncoffee Use the code “BOWHUNTER” https://www.dogandguncoffee.com/