Episode 66: African Wildlife Conservation with Adam Hart

https://open.spotify.com/episode/49dL6VfpP9Ias3HAPTxhz4?si=cBsvituHTRaZ7iZkbY3Cjg&dl_branch=1 The issue of African wildlife conservation is very complex and difficult. There are many factors that have to be considered, some of them are literally a matter of life and death. All that immersed in a highly emotional atmosphere. This subject is infinitely interesting to me. So, today I am delighted to bring you … Continue reading Episode 66: African Wildlife Conservation with Adam Hart →

I have a killer podcast for you

This week on Tommy’s Outdoors was a little quiet, but not because of the unfolding situation with COVID-19. It was due to some high priority work that I’m involved with. You can read more about it in my housekeeping blog from the beginning of the year. But worry not, as per the usual schedule, next … Continue reading I have a killer podcast for you →

The MOST IMPORTANT piece of gear | NITECORE HC30 headlamp, a long term use review

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Episode 59: National Association of Regional Game Councils with Dan Curley

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2wsLJ7Tu3dRxIApbCWaMoB?si=ZgCQCoZKTnisQXnBiUlj6Q&dl_branch=1 A few weeks ago I published a series of videos on YouTube (and this website) regarding the proposed EU ban on all lead in shooting and fishing. At that time, Dan Curley, the chairman of NARGC, helped a lot by providing me with the information and documentation regarding this issue. In this episode, I … Continue reading Episode 59: National Association of Regional Game Councils with Dan Curley →

[Archived] The EU ban on ALL lead in SHOOTING and FISHING

This is an archived post https://youtu.be/qxm6SZ_YJSM An important message from the chairman of NARGC regarding the EU ban on all lead in shooting and fishing. ECHA LinkFull playlist here

Episode 57: Wild Deer Association of Ireland with David Dunne

https://open.spotify.com/episode/1zjMCcNs2XM2iME5NqA5Ri?si=GGnezAYNQMmEO-7NondhbA&dl_branch=1 The Wild Deer Association of Ireland was on my radar for a long time for all the obvious reasons. I have even had one of their long-time members, Paul Dowling, on the podcast. But we ended up talking about deer hunting in general, rather than about the Wild Deer Association of Ireland. So, more … Continue reading Episode 57: Wild Deer Association of Ireland with David Dunne →

[Archived] My view on the potential ban on lead in shooting

This is an archived post https://youtu.be/ccDxlBZkPPo In the previous videos, I discussed in detail the probable EU ban on lead-based ammunition and the potential timeline for it. In this video, I give you my opinion on this issue.

Episode 48: Green Party with Pippa Hackett

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Ff8KCu6dcLl0TIVzmn1n9?si=wWXFES1nR8W7_bzrKzMpdA&dl_branch=1 This is another episode of the podcast where I talk with the representative of a political party. The goal is, as always, to dig a little deeper into some of the issues affecting the outdoors lifestyle. This time our guest is Pippa Hackett who is a Green Party Councillor and a spokesperson on Agriculture, … Continue reading Episode 48: Green Party with Pippa Hackett →

[Archived] Can we stop the European ban on lead ammunition?

This is an archived post https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqGKV6IrM1o The European Commission is gearing up to introduce a ban on the use of lead in shooting and fishing. But can anything be done about it or is it a done deal at this stage?

[Archived] Timing on the coming ban on lead ammunition

This is an archived post The proposal by the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) to restrict the use of lead-based ammunition and fishing tackle containing lead is looming. In this video, I discuss the timeline of coming events that will lead to approval or rejection of the proposed restrictions. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvCNzYyojcI