Becoming A Bow Hunter

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.ka

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 f

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/ U

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…

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 n

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 ne

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.a

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: @becom

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

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: @

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 @ma

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 ✌️