The Educated Hunter

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Josh James - The Kiwi Bushman Sep 08, 2019

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Josh James is a well-known hunting personality in NZ and the Kiwi bushman is a name most of the NZ hunting community will recognize. Kuran caught up with Josh and had a candid and honest conversation about a range of subjects, and true to his nature Josh is open, honest, and genuine about everything that comes up in this wide-ranging conversation.

You can follow Josh “The Kiwi Bushman” James on a number of platforms:

His YouTube Channel - Josh James Kiwi Bushman’s Adventures

You can also find Josh on Instagram - @thekiwibushman

and on FaceBook - @joshjameskiwibushman

Follow @theeducatedhunter on Instagram for photos the promote our values as hunters. We post images the show “why we hunt” and images that celebrate what it really means to be a hunter. Tag us in your own photos that show why you hunt and use the hashtags #whywehunt and #theeducatedhunter to get out attention – we would love to share your hunting moments with the whole community.

Join the conversation on The Educated Hunter FaceBook group, here is a place where our audience can bring their knowledge, passion and practical skills to discuss real-world issues that hunters and hunting are facing today. It provides a platform where like-minded individuals can come together and solve real issues in a constructive manner, working together and focusing their collective passion for fixing something rather than just talking about it.

Catch you on the clearing,

The Educated Hunter

Rob Wilson - Founder of Hunters Element Clothing Aug 24, 2019

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Kuran catches up with Rob Wilson, the founder, and CEO of Hunters Element. They have an in-depth discussion on product design and testing. Rob and his company have made a conscious decision to ensure throughout their design, manufacturing and distribution stages they do all they can to minimize negative impacts to the environment, they have made big changes to recyclable materials, reusable and compostable materials, made deliberate decisions to not use harmful chemicals and ensure animal welfare is upheld at all times. This social decision is commendable as it has meant increased time and costs, but has also united the entire team, this ensures a better product for the buyers.

You can follow Hunters Element on a number of platforms:

The Website - www.hunterselement.co.nz

You can also find Hunters Element on Instagram - @hunterselement

Catch you on the clearing,

The Educated Hunter

Andre Alipate - Hunter, TV Personality, and Fitness Enthusiast Aug 10, 2019

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Andre is one of the lads that make up the Hunter Club TV show. Kuran catches up with Andre to find out where it all began and what motivates him. Andre is a busy guy juggling business, family, and play. From humble beginnings hunting with primitive weapons on the Pacific Islands to traversing the Southern Alps and now finding himself on TV and everything in between.

You can follow Andre and the Hunters Club team by following them on Hunters Club Facebook Page and the Hunters Club Website and follow Andre on his Train, Hunt, Thrive Facebook page.

You can also follow Andre on Instagram: @trainhuntthrive

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The Educated Hunter

Sam Beaufill - Professional Hunting Guide Jul 27, 2019

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Sam works as a professional hunting guide both in New Zealand and in Northern British Columbia, Canada. A candid and very honest conversation about the state of guiding, management, and outfitting in New Zealand. One of a handful of kiwis who make a full time living out of guiding, alternating between seasons and spending the majority of his life in out of a sleeping bag. Matt caught up with Sam in Canada, in transit fresh from a long NZ season on his way north prepping for the opening day of the stone sheep season in BC.

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You can follow Sam on Instagram: @sjbeaufill

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The Educated Hunter

Finn Ross - Hunter, Entrepreneur and Ecologist Jul 17, 2019

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Finn Ross is a young Kiwi with plenty of drive. Finn is a passionate hunter and fisherman that would like to see the world live in better balance with itself. We discuss Hunting, Fishing and Farming and how Finn and his family balance these activities whilst trying to be as considerate to the planet as they can. We discuss the initiative “Let them fish” and the new ventures on the families High Country Station.

Finn Ross - Hunter, Entrepreneur and Ecologist

You can follow Finn, and busy life on his Ecointerpreter Instagram page, and Let them fish FaceBook Page by clicking on these links.

Follow @theeducatedhunter on Instagram for photos the promote our values as hunters. We post images the show “why we hunt” and images that celebrate what it really means to be a hunter. Tag us in your own photos that show why you hunt and us the hashtags #whywehunt and #theeducatedhunter to get out attention – we would love to share your hunting moments with the whole community.

Catch you on the clearing,

The Educated Hunter

Joe Edlington - Professional Hunting Guide and Videographer Jul 06, 2019

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Joe Edlington is a keen young Kiwi that found his passion for filming hunts. Joe began his journey with a basic handycam, and a passion for pig hunting, this simple beginning has lead him to now be a professional hunting guide and extremely talented cameraman. We discuss where it all began, what it means to Joe to produce high- level productions and how he hopes his new initiative will give value to recreational hunters across New Zealand. We quickly discuss a few current topics that have impacts in the New Zealand hunting scene.

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Joe Edlington - Professional Hunting Guide and Videographer

You can follow Joe, and check out his amazing work with the camera on his Instagram page, website and You tube by clicking on these links.

Follow @theeducatedhunter on Instagram for photos the promote our values as hunters. We post images the show “why we hunt” and images that celebrate what it really means to be a hunter. Tag us in your own photos that show why you hunt and us the hashtags #whywehunt and #theeducatedhunter to get out attention – we would love to share your hunting moments with the whole community.

Catch you on the clearing,

The Educated Hunter

David Jacobs - 4th Generation Taxidermist and Passionate Hunter Jun 21, 2019

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David Jacobs is a 4th generation taxidermist, he completed his first work at the age of 15, and has since continued to lead the way in taxidermy. We discuss what “trophy’ means to hunters, and himself as the taxidermist. Davids ability to represent nature is what drives him to be the best he can be. We discuss a few current topics that have impacts in the New Zealand hunting scene and joke about the weird and whacky of being a taxidermist.

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The Taxidermist - David Jacobs

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Website - The Taxidermist

Follow @theeducatedhunter on Instagram for photos the promote our values as hunters. We post images the show “why we hunt” and images that celebrate what it really means to be a hunter. Tag us in your own photos that show why you hunt and us the hashtags #whywehunt and #theeducatedhunter to get out attention – we would love to share your hunting moments with the whole community.

Join the conversation on The Educated Hunter FaceBook group, here is a place where our audience can bring their knowledge, passion and practical skills to discuss real-world issues that hunters and hunting are facing today. It provides a platform where like-minded individuals can come together and solve real issues in a constructive manner, working together and focusing their collective passion on fixing something rather than just talking about it.

Catch you on the clearing,

Ultimate OE

Kuran Ireland and Matt Gibson - NZ hunting issues, ideas, and plans Jun 10, 2019

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This weeks chat is just the two of us, Matt Gibson and Kuran Ireland. We cover a few NZ based hunting topics, a question or two that we often get from our audience, as well as my hunting plans, hopes and aspirations in the upcoming season in British Columbia.

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Matt Gibson @mattgibsonnz

Kuran Ireland @justanoutdoorguy

The Educated Hunter @theeducatedhunter

Follow @theeducatedhunter on Instagram for photos the promote our values as hunters. We post images the show “why we hunt” and images that celebrate what it really means to be a hunter. Tag us in your own photos that show why you hunt and us the hashtags #whywehunt and #theeducatedhunter to get out attention – we would love to share your hunting moments with the whole community.

Join the conversation on The Educated Hunter FaceBook group, here is a place where our audience can bring their knowledge, passion and practical skills to discuss real-world issues that hunters and hunting are facing today. It provides a platform where like-minded individuals can come together and solve real issues in a constructive manner, working together and focusing their collective passion on fixing something rather than just talking about it.

Catch you on the clearing,

Ultimate OE

Jesse Reardon - Creative Director Jim Shockey's Hunting Adventures May 25, 2019

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Jesse Reardon a veteran creative director, editor, and cinematographer at Jim Shockey’s hunting adventures. Jesse has looked at and edited more hunting footage than any other human I know. Born and raised a city boy with no foundation in hunting this podcast explores an interesting story arc from non-hunting beginnings through to active hunter and outdoor enthusiast. Blacktail deer hunting on Vancouver Island, charging hippos in Tanzania, hunting with his boys, and much more. Enjoy.

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You can connect with Jesse on:

Instagram: @neighborhood1o1

Or look at some of his stuff on Vimeo:

https://vimeo.com/neighborhood101

Follow @theeducatedhunter on Instagram for photos the promote our values as hunters. We post images the show “why we hunt” and images that celebrate what it really means to be a hunter. Tag us in your own photos that show why you hunt and us the hashtags #whywehunt and #theeducatedhunter to get out attention – we would love to share your hunting moments with the whole community.

Join the conversation on The Educated Hunter FaceBook group, here is a place where our audience can bring their knowledge, passion and practical skills to discuss real-world issues that hunters and hunting are facing today. It provides a platform where like-minded individuals can come together and solve real issues in a constructive manner, working together and focusing their collective passion on fixing something rather than just talking about it.

Catch you on the clearing,

Ultimate OE

Post Roar Debrief - Ross Gibson, Ryan Weir, Kuran Ireland, and Matthew Gibson May 04, 2019

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This weeks episode is a little more on the casual/lighthearted side. Join the four of us as we sit around the fire and debrief our latest roar trip down in Otago. Kuran and I are joined by my father, Ross Gibson, and Kurans long time hunting mate Ryan Weir. If you can sift through the bullshit there are a few gems in there as well as some good laughs, enjoy.

Follow @theeducatedhunter on Instagram for photos the promote our values as hunters. We post images the show “why we hunt” and images that celebrate what it really means to be a hunter. Tag us in your own photos that show why you hunt and us the hashtags #whywehunt and #theeducatedhunter to get out attention – we would love to share your hunting moments with the whole community.

Catch you on the clearing,

The Educated Hunter