Module

Hunting Techniques

Presented by: The Huntsman

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Techniques module
Still 2025-02-28 122010_1.8.3

Module description

— What to expect

The Hunting Techniques module dives into the essential skills and strategies needed to pursue game effectively and ethically in Australia’s diverse landscapes.

You’ll learn how to find and scout productive hunting locations, tackle various hunting techniques and strategies, and refine your ability to stalk animals while considering critical factors such as wind, thermals, and scent.

From reading animal signs to making the perfect shot, this module covers shooting positions, stabilization, shot placement, and blood tracking as well.

With a focus on practical skills and decision-making in the field, this module equips you to handle the critical moments before and after taking a shot, ensuring a responsible and successful hunt.

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Lesson plan & resources

  • When to hunt for meat
  • When to hunt for hides
  • When to hunt for trophies
  • Times of the day
  • Hunting in the Northern Territory
  • Where to find good intel
  • What type of intel you should aim to gather
  • Poor intel to avoid
  • How to action intel
  • Find probable locations with mapping tools
  • Google Maps, Google Earth &  MapShare demonstration.
  • Planning a scouting mission
    • Finding road access
    • Picking points of interest
    • Finding camping locations
  • Scouting trip tips
    • Measure distances
    • Measure elevation
    • Move quickly
  • Spot-and-Stalk Hunting
  • Long-Distance Shooting
  • Calling Techniques for Attracting Game
  • Hound Hunting
  • Hunting with a Pointer
  • Stand Hunting and Blind Hunting
  • Pacing
  • Footwork
  • Scanning & Smelling
  • Avoiding Detection
  • Checking for sign
  • Decision Making
  • The importance of the wind
  • Tips for hunting with the wind
  • What to do if the wind changes
  • Thermals and how they work
  • Understanding the Behavior of Wind in Different Terrain Types
  • Wind and Animal Behavior: How Animals Use the Wind to Their Advantage
  • Game trails
  • Prints/Tracks
  • Skat
  • Browsing
  • Smells
  • Stag sign
    • Wallows
    • Rubs/Trashing
    • Sounds
  • Identification
  • Evaluation
  • Set up
  • Distance
  • Hidden targets
  • Decisions
  • How to make the choice
  • Standing stabilisation options
  • Prone stabilisation options
  • Knee stabilisation options
  • Maximizing Efficiency and Ethical Hunting
  • Understanding Animal Anatomy
  • Best Shot Placement for Different Outcomes
  • Considerations for Shot Placement
  • Actions immediately after the shot
  • Tracking a hit animal
  • Blood tracking

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What Students Say

Don't take our word. What do previous students think?​

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Rebecca D

“As a beginner, I felt lost before this course. Now I know how to approach hunting safely and effectively. Highly recommend!”

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Ben H

“Great balance of information—not too much, not too little. I finished each module feeling like I actually learned something useful.”

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