Trevor Oertel is a man that we as hunters should be throwing our full support behind and sharing his messages far and wide. I have been following Trevor for a good few years now and I have always enjoyed reading his articles, opinion pieces and his push back against the misinformation, lies and false accusations that are published against hunters in main stream media.   I had a good chat with Trevor as he shared in his insights into the research his does for his articles, the support people like him and many others need from the greater hunting community and most importantly that we as outdoorsman no longer need to roll over and take the BS that animal-rights slacktivists publish about hunting, it's time to push back. SUPPORT HIM, FOLLOW HIM & SHARE HIS ARTICLES Links to Trevors articles articles below: 1. Ten Years After Cecil. The Lion, the Lies, and the Exploitation of Wildlife and the Public 2. The Exploitation of “Blondie” to Ignite Another Global Misinformation Campaign Against African Conservation. 3. Conservation and Conspiracies

In this episode I am joined by longtime hunter Herb Atkinson as he recounts the beauty and intensity of hunting in Africa over many years. Herb shares life-changing moments: leopard and buffalo on foot, charging lions, elephant hunts, and the importance of forming a good bond with your PH. He also reflects on conservation, the people he met, and the deep rewards beyond the shot. Listen for vivid stories, practical hunting insight, and a heartfelt tribute to Africa’s landscapes, wildlife, and communities.   Hope you enjoy and please remember to leave a review and rating.

This episode will simply be a reading from a post made on facebook about the tragic loss of a fellow hunter, that was tragically killed while on safari in South Africa and how the misguided mob that is the anti-hunters responded in the most sickening of ways.

Ok folks, the time has come to finally put this debate to bed. Hunting behind high fences, is it right or wrong? Does it have a place in the hunting industry? Should we feel bad about hunting high fence ranches or should we be promoting more free range properties?  Well, it's about time I throw my 2 cents into the mix and I have a couple of points to make that will have you second guessing the next time someone mentions "ethics" and "high fences" in the same sentence. So...Let's Go!   Hope you enjoy!

this episode dives into the often-overlooked but essential topic of Hunting Safari Etiquette. Discover the unwritten rules and cultural nuances that truly enhance an African hunting adventure. From respecting local traditions and PH expertise to understanding the unique social dynamics of the bush, this discussion offers light-hearted yet practical advice to help international hunters prepare for an authentic and respectful experience. Tune in to learn how to navigate new customs and make the most of your safari, South African style!

This episode delivers a wild and humorous dive into why the baboon is the African bushveld's ultimate communist. We'll explore their chaotic social structures and how their "Great Leap Forward" foraging habits devastate bird populations and crucial plant life, alongside causing millions in damage to industries like timber and agriculture. We'll also expose their cunning "victim" PR campaigns—including those well-meaning "save the baboon" initiatives—even as their bold incursions into human areas lead to property damage and dangerous attacks. Natural predators simply can't control their soaring numbers, making human intervention a critical part of restoring balance.   Enjoy the episode, and remember to Rate & Review!   Cheers  

Cory is deep into the final phases of planning his first trip to Africa. He reached out to me with a couple questions on Africa and specifically how to judge the trophy quality of certain animals. I offered for him to jump onto the pod and we could discuss his trip in detail and that I would be happy to answer any questions he had about hunting in South Africa. Long story short.....he is that Q & A session. Hope you enjoy!   Please remember to leave a rating and review of the podcast, it helps a ton and pushes the pod up the rankings.   Jono

The Okavango Delta of Northern Botswana is an absolute wildlife mecca and without a doubt one of the most naturally wild places on Earth. Elephants, buffalo, lion, leopard, hippo, crocs, cheetah, kudu, lechwe, giraffe, the Okavango has it all.   Dr Christiaan Winterbach has spent well over 25 years of his life researching the lions of this wonderful area, from gathering data to determining population sizes, territories, habits and more. I had a great conversation with Christiaan and learning more about these large beasts in the massive wildlife area.   Enjoy!   Rate & Review....Thanks

Here is a remarkable story of focusing on your dreams, being willing to roll up your sleeves, put in the hard work and let nothing get in your way until you are literally in Africa, standing over a Kudu bull you just hunted.   I had the pleasure of chatting with Chance Eubanks, who got to live out his dream of hunting in Africa by doing exactly that, getting to work, saving his money and earning it.   I know you will enjoy this episode!   Cheers

Stephen Palos is the CEO of the Confederation of Hunting Associations of South Africa (CHASA) and the Vice-Chair of the Sustainable Use Coalition of Southern Africa (SuCo), this man is literally on the front lines defending hunters freedom to hunt and protecting the outdoorsman and the industry as a whole from unfair legislation and regulations that are designed to put an end to hunting.   Stephen and I talk about both the organisations he works in, their roles, how they defend hunter's freedoms, working with other associations and the support needed from not only the local hunters but those international outdoorsman that have a keen interest in hunting in Africa.   Enjoy!   Please Rate & Review....Thanks! 

Well, I have had enough and I cannot contain it anymore... it's time to brag about my home province!   The Eastern Cape of South Africa is without a doubt a hunter's dream playground, it's a wildlife mecca. But there is more to this beautiful province than just the hunting opportunities, it is (in my opinion) the most diverse and varied province in all of South Africa.   For those of you considering a hunting trip to the Eastern Cape, this episode is for you as I highlight the charms and beautiful assets of this magical part of South Africa.   Enjoy!   RATE & REVIEW.....Thanks!

The breeding of animals, the crossing of DNA, the choosing of certain characteristics and tinkering with specific traits, is a complex task. It's like trying to make the perfect meal, while following an extremely difficult recipe. A little too much of this, means you have to take away some of this, and not getting the right balance between all the ingredients could ruin the whole meal.   In this episode, I talk about these complexities, my background and all be it very limited knowledge in the breeding of animals, as well as my concerns with how the intensive game breeding operations within South Africa, may be doing more harm to a species than good!   I hope you enjoy this episode, if you did then please take a few minutes to rate and review the podcast.   Cheers

Rob McCanna recently took over the hot seat at the DSC organization and to say he hit the ground the running and was instantly met with an array of challenges would be under statement.   I was intrigued about Rob's leadership qualities when I listened to a podcast he did with Robbie Kroger from Blood Origins. I appreciated his acceptance of the negatives and his willingness to make things right and drive the organization forward. But I wanted to find out more about the man himself, and I enjoyed hearing from Rob about his earlier days hunting and his love for the outdoors.   I hope you enjoy this episode, and if you did then please take 2 minutes to leave a review and rating.   Jono 

A very brief episode this week, but one I feel holds a level of importance that many of us will find interesting. I share my thoughts and opinions on the arrival of the 49 South African refugees that landed in the United States on Monday 12th May.   REMEMBER TO RATE AND REVIEW THE PODCAST

Something slightly different, but equally entertaining. Today's episode is one I borrowed from a fellow South African podcast called Conscious Caracal hosted by Ernst van Zyl.   This episode may not specifically be about hunting game in Africa but it still revolves around some form of hunting in Africa. I hope you enjoy it.   Thank you to Ernst van Zyl, the host of the Conscious Caracal podcast, for giving me permission to use his content. Below are links to Ernst's podcast socials, I highly recommend you follow them.   Conscious Caracal Links Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple  Watch on YouTube  

** Rant Warning!** Hunting in Africa is not meant to be easy, it's not meant to be a "holiday", it's not an all you can shoot buffet. Hunting in Africa is a privilege and an experience like no other. You should come away from your hunting trip a better hunter, better person and have a greater understanding of what the word "Trophy" really means to you.   Take this episode as your reminder that while you are out on your safari in Africa, that it is not meant to be a walk in the park, you will be challenged, you will fail or you will overcome. Give Africa your best when she challenges you, and in return you will be rewarded in many different ways.   Enjoy!

Well, after 10 rounds of our inaugural Africa Hunting Quiz, the time has come to crown a champion.   Firstly, thank you to all of those that took part in the quiz. Most stuck it out till the very end, some gave up after round 4 and 5 but for the most part it was encouraging to see how many people knew about the various aspects of hunting in Africa.   If anyone has some interesting hunting stories about Africa that they would like to share, then feel free to reach out to me via email and we will organize to get you on the podcast. Contact me at: jonomchugh@gmail.com

In this episode I had a really cool and interesting chat with Joey LeBlanc from Louisiana. Joey went on his first African safari back in 2024 and decided to opt for the unconventional way of hunting by taking his handgun on the trip.   Although not new to the industry, handgun hunting in South Africa is still relatively uncommon amongst first time hunters to Africa. Joey is a really cool guy and he shared everything about his adventure from setting up the correct loads for his gun, too practicing on the range and finally putting it all to the test in Africa.   Below is the link to Joey's article where you can learn a little more about his adventure to the Dark Continent.   Joeys Article ----> https://handgunhuntingafield.blog/2024/09/26/the-stars-align-by-joey-leblanc/   If you are enjoying these episodes, do me a favor and leave a Review & Rating on Apple Podcast and Spotify.   Cheers    

Happy Friday hunters! That time of the week again, the next set of questions for the Africa Hunting Quiz.   Listen to Round 10 of the quiz, put your answers down in an email, and send it through to me: Jonomchugh@gmail.com There is a prize to be won for the person who gets the most correct answers after 10 rounds, so don't miss out on this cool opportunity.

Robbie Kroger, founder of Blood Origins, is on the front lines when it comes to defending the practice of hunting, counteracting misinformation proposed by ARA's, and in my opinion leading the way in portraying the real meaning behind what it means to be a hunter and the benefits hunting can provide to the greater community.   Join Robbie and myself as we discuss his latest projects with Blood Origins and how the hunting community is fighting back against those who wish to see it banished.   I highly suggest you follow Blood Origins and as a hunter, fisherman, and outdoorsman, you throw your full support behind him.   Blood Origins: bloodorigins.org/our-roots/ RATE & REVIEW......Thanks!