[Archived] The EU ban on lead in hunting and fishing

This is an archived post In this video, I discuss the recent proposal by the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) to restrict the use of lead-based ammunition and (later) lead-contained fishing tackle. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKIFeH6VTQU

Fox Hunting with Hounds

Recently I have read a lot of articles, blogs and press releases about fox hunting with hounds. The vast majority was negative. They were pointing out the cruelty of the endeavour and the callousness of participants. There were even reports about protesters clashing with hunt supporters. Also in my own circle, fox hunting with hounds … Continue reading Fox Hunting with Hounds →

Episode 33: Game Management with Aaron Turner

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4BVHChbAo9me2hF9VPs1gu?si=DSx_VrYISZKS-dQykiHL1Q&dl_branch=1 Aaron is a professional gamekeeper, farmer, veteran of the war in Afghanistan and all around badass. I keep meeting Aaron at various outdoor events and training courses. Since our interests are definitely aligned, we finally decided to get together and record an episode of the podcast. During our conversation, we talk about general game … Continue reading Episode 33: Game Management with Aaron Turner →

Episode 24: Deer Hunting with Paul Dowling

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4CvyT4QbDeqIp0LWsZEeoy?si=852DitjrRJ-XNKUYrmfvdw&dl_branch=1 In this episode of the podcast I talk with my good buddy Paul Dowling. Paul is an avid hunter and shooter. Before recording the podcast we attended the Rut Walk in Killarney National Park organized by The Wild Deer Association of Ireland. Paul is an active member of the aforementioned organization and was one … Continue reading Episode 24: Deer Hunting with Paul Dowling →

Episode 23: Hunt Fish Travel with Carrie Zylka

https://open.spotify.com/episode/5znSmLISAL8PFZYv3F0eAB?si=wg4dWC0KQDu3kgQN_NFqHw&dl_branch=1 A very special episode with a very special guest. Carrie Zylka is a fellow podcaster and also an avid hunter and angler. She hosts a number of podcasts but, for us, her Hunt Fish Travel podcast is especially interesting. Some of you might remember that I made an appearance on the Shark Week special … Continue reading Episode 23: Hunt Fish Travel with Carrie Zylka →

Episode 19: Irish Deer Commission with Damien Hannigan

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6DW4hVdWIt1AI4INoFWNCN?si=HvlOcPm6QN279FCaNfB1gQ&dl_branch=1 This episode is a deer season opener special! The 1st of September is approaching fast and it marks the beginning of deer hunting season in Ireland. My guest on the podcast is the Public Relations Officer for Irish Deer Commission, Damien Hannigan. We discuss deer conservation in Ireland, the position of various stakeholders on … Continue reading Episode 19: Irish Deer Commission with Damien Hannigan →

Episode 14: Wild Adventure Way with Caroline Birch

https://open.spotify.com/episode/7kY9jVUhSm0m537O2ZaWHW?si=BGe4nhcSRbaWC4Gv9eiwKQ&dl_branch=1 In this episode my guest is Caroline Birch, CEO of the Wild Adventure Way. Caroline is an energetic, positive and open-minded person. We cover a whole host of topics. We discuss what adventure is and why we need it. We cover in detail various types of surfing. We also talk about hunting and connection … Continue reading Episode 14: Wild Adventure Way with Caroline Birch →