In this episode, Matt is joined by Gary, an ex-pat from Ireland. The boys dive into night operations on Australian farms: reading wind and paddock layouts, running buggies in the crops, and using thermal optics to identify heat signatures, confirm species, and make clean, ethical shots in the dark.

We talk through teamwork, how to approach mobs without blowing the whole field and maximising effectiveness in reducing numbers. We also cover gear setups—thermal scopes and handheld scanners, handheld lights and the practical realities of crop protection: respecting landholders, stock, and neighbours while keeping pressure on pigs that hammer grain and silage.

Gary then compares it with hunting in Ireland—how culture, permissions, and club/community expectations shape a very different experience. We discuss contrasts in access, landowner relationships, seasons and game management, and how equipment choices and local laws influence what’s practical in the field. It’s a candid chat about ethics, safety, and doing things the right way on both sides of the world.

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In this episode, Matt is joined by his Irish mate Gary and they share the story of an unforgettable hunt, where three deer were taken cleanly one after another in less than a minute, providing plenty of quality meat to go around. We also talk about chasing goats with the bow and pigs on foot, pushing our skills and stamina in some rugged terrain, and spending time glassing and watching plenty of deer in breath-taking country.

We cover the new rules for booking state forests in NSW, explaining what hunters need to know and how these changes affect planning trips. To wrap it up, we discuss how Zerotech scopes glass performed in the fading light and why it made such a difference when visibility mattered most.

Whether you’re tuning in for hunting stories, gear talk, or updates on access to NSW forests, this episode has something for everyone who values ethical hunting and the great outdoors.

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Matt is joined by Felix to have a chat about a big Rusa x Sambar he is chasing and the SFFP.

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