We are on the countdown for our BIG New Zealand trip and I chat with Lawson about some of the decisions, prep and purchases he's made in getting ready for his first backpacking style hunting trip.

We leave on April 22 and will be recording more episodes in the field to keep you in the loop on how we go.

I also chat with the creator of Magnus Clip - a very useful tool for those that use rangefinders and need ready access to them. You can find them here; www.magnusclip.com or reach out via Instagram @magnus_clip

If you are interested in the Walk N Stalk Game Bar Carbon+ bundle then head over to their website and use code ABH15 for 15% off or use this link; ⁠⁠walknstalkstore.com/AHB15⁠⁠

Don't forget to check out my podcast partners;

⁠⁠Guntraders.com.au⁠⁠

⁠⁠NaturesPerks.com.au

Ever dreamed of hunting in Alaska...me too. Ever dreamed of getting chomped on by a grizzly....me neither - but in this episode I chat with Tyler who was out hunting with his father and had a life changing bear encounter. Thankfully (and obviously) he lived and is able to tell us all about it. Not only that but he's turned this into a positive and is helping others to not become bear poop.

Make sure to give him a follow and reach out if you are after advice on an Alaskan hunt; grizzlylife907

If you are interested in the Walk N Stalk Game Bar Carbon+ bundle then head over to their website and use code ABH15 for 15% off or use this link; ⁠walknstalkstore.com/AHB15⁠

Don't forget to check out my podcast partners;

⁠Guntraders.com.au⁠

⁠NaturesPerks.com.au

Hi team, welcome to the first episode for 2026.

In this episode I chat with James about using mountain bikes for a backcountry hunt in the Alpine National Park. We cover off on some of the difficulties he experienced with this form of backcountry transport and some of the benefits. James also passes on some tips for anyone looking to give this a try but if you'd like to see some pics from their trip check out his instagram; @james5platt

If you are interested in the Walk N Stalk Game Bar Carbon+ bundle then head over to their website and use code ABH15 for 15% off or use this link; walknstalkstore.com/AHB15

Don't forget to check out my podcast partners;

Guntraders.com.au

NaturesPerks.com.au

This podcast brings together a coalition of independent podcast hosts from across Australia to engage in a measured, evidence-based discussion on the proposed changes to legal firearms ownership laws in Australian states.

We begin by acknowledging the horrific atrocities that have prompted renewed public debate. We extend our sincerest condolences to all victims, families, and communities affected. Their loss is profound, and it deserves both respect and seriousness in how policy responses are considered.

Across a large portion of the Australian public, there is clear agreement on one central point: law-abiding firearms owners are not responsible for acts of terrorism or violent extremism. The hosts united in this discussion contend that altering existing firearms laws would not have prevented the actions of determined terrorist extremists, who by definition operate outside legal and regulatory frameworks.

Within this podcast, these issues—and many others—are examined in depth. Together, the hosts seek to present a unified message of solidarity, advocating for rational policy, accountability, and integrity in public discourse. This is a refusal to accept scapegoating in place of confronting genuine governmental and procedural failings, and a call for solutions that are grounded in facts rather than fear.

This is not a culture war monologue; it’s a plan built on unity and calm persistence. We ask listeners to act locally, communicate clearly, and check on their mates. If you care about hunting, target shooting, conservation, or simply fair process, this conversation gives you the words and the steps to make a difference right now.

If this resonated, share it with a mate, sign the petitions, and send your email today. Subscribe for follow‑ups and wins, and leave a review so more Aussies can find this conversation.

Thanks for all your support in 2025 - Tobias.

It didn't take me long to realise after I started chatting to Rob that we would be able to talk for ages. What started out as an invite to chat about the children's book he's written "I am a Deer Hunter" turned into touching on just about everything else. A passionate and, self-described, late onset hunter, Rob and I go down a few rabbit holes but eventually get around to chatting about the book.

Having read it myself, this is something I wish I'd had when my kids were little.

The book (and future releases) are available through the website; thevenisondiplomat.com.au or via Amazon. Copies are also popping up in some gun shops and other places.

Please also don't forget to support Brad from 'Boars for a Cause' who is doing an amazing thing trying to fund raise for those less fortunate coming into the Christmas time of year. Get on board with whatever you can and you might even grab some awesome gear in the auctions. Insta; ⁠@boarsforacause⁠

Don't forget that in 2025 I am proud to be supported by two great partners;

Natures Perks -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠naturesperks.com.au⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Insta; @natures_perks_aus

YouTube: ⁠@naturesperkhunters⁠

Gun Traders Australia -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠guntraders.com.au⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Insta; @guntradersaustralia

YouTube; ⁠@GTAintheWILD⁠

Please also continue to support the 2024 partners;

Skeleton Optics Australia

On Track Meals

Feel free to reach out for a chat or with any podcast ideas;

Insta; @australian_hunting_backcountry

australian.hunting.backcountry@outlook.com.au

Remember to look after yourself and your mates - Tobias.

Hi team,

this episode is with Lillian Newton from Precision Helicopters Hokitika. Lillian loves 3 things, horses, hunting from horses and flying helicopters. If you have questions around booking a chopper for a hunt in NZ then you will hopefully get alot out of this episode. Follow her adventures on YouTube; @lilliannewton1599 and Insta; @lilliannewton. Precision Helicopters can be located; www.precisionhelitours.com and Insta; @precisionhelicoptersltd

I also speak with Brad from 'Boars for a Cause' who is doing an amazing thing trying to fund raise for those less fortunate coming into the Christmas time of year. Get on board with whatever you can and you might even grab some awesome gear in the auctions. Insta; @boarsforacause

Don't forget that in 2025 I am proud to be supported by two great partners;

Natures Perks -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠naturesperks.com.au⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Insta; @natures_perks_aus

YouTube: @naturesperkhunters

Gun Traders Australia -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠guntraders.com.au⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Insta; @guntradersaustralia

YouTube; @GTAintheWILD

Please also continue to support the 2024 partners;

Skeleton Optics Australia

On Track Meals

Feel free to reach out for a chat or with any podcast ideas;

Insta; @australian_hunting_backcountry

australian.hunting.backcountry@outlook.com.au

Remember to look after yourself and your mates - Tobias.

After my hunt last year where I integrated a packraft to help us access some public land, I was inundated with enquiries and questions. Well, I've finally been able to get Ryan from Packraft Australia on the show to share everything he helped me with and more. If you're at all curious about using a packraft then tune in and feel free to contact Ryan afterwards to chat more.

@packraftaustralia

packraftaustralia.com.au

I also chat with Kurt from Walk-n-Stalk about his intuitively designed 'sticks' that help hunters with everything from hiking, shooting, glassing, filming, butchering, checking for crocs and so much more.

Get one for yourself here; walknstalkstore.com and check them out on socials @walknstalk_liftyourgame

Don't forget that in 2025 I am proud to be supported by two great partners;

Natures Perks -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠naturesperks.com.au⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

@natures_perks_aus

Gun Traders Australia -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠guntraders.com.au⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

@guntradersaustralia

Please also continue to support the 2024 partners;

Skeleton Optics Australia

On Track Meals

Feel free to reach out for a chat or with any podcast ideas;

@australian_hunting_backcountry

australian.hunting.backcountry@outlook.com.au

Remember to look after yourself and your mates - Tobias.

In this episode I sit down with Jason (@liquidantler) and we catch up so I can hear about hunting Sika in NZ. Jason is kind of obsessed about them and was lucky enough to get two hunts in this year - one of which he won through 'The Hunting Club'. Anyone interested in trying their luck at a Sika should listen in to the tips provided by someone who has hunted them for a while. After chatting with him I'm hoping this is something I can make happen in 2026.

I also chat with Steve from Voortrekka Australia who rose up to meet a challenge of creating a better travel bag for his gear. Calling it a travel bag seems an oversimplification because it's an intuitive design that was made to make packing easy, gear accessible, and organisation effortless.

Jump on here to get hold of one for yourself voortrekka.com.au or check them out on socials @voortrekka.australia

Don't forget that in 2025 I am proud to be supported by two great partners;

Natures Perks -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠naturesperks.com.au⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

@natures_perks_aus

Gun Traders Australia -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠guntraders.com.au⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

@guntradersaustralia

Please also continue to support the 2024 partners;

Skeleton Optics Australia

On Track Meals

Feel free to reach out for a chat or with any podcast ideas;

@australian_hunting_backcountry

australian.hunting.backcountry@outlook.com.au

Remember to look after yourself and your mates - Tobias.