G’day, I’m J.R. Hossack — and I’m the person behind Big Game Hunter Magazine.
Big Game Hunter Magazine is an independent big game hunting magazine built on real experience, not press releases or sponsored hype. This is where you’ll find true big game hunting stories, honest gear reviews, and practical field knowledge from Australia and around the world.
There’s no media company here. No office. No staff. Just one hunter burning plenty of midnight oil to bring you real stories from the bush, the mountains, the swamps, and the plains — written by people who’ve actually been there.
From Australian sambar deer and scrub bulls, to African plains game, North American whitetails, and New Zealand red stags, Big Game Hunter Magazine covers ethical big game hunting, preparation, travel, and the gear that helps get it done.
If you value honesty, experience, and respect for hunting — you’re in the right place.
Each issue of Big Game Hunter Magazine is packed with long-form big game hunting stories, photography, and hard-earned lessons from the field.
Recent features include:
The 1970s Sambar Deer Chronicles — classic Australian big game hunting
Have Enough Gun for Africa — choosing the right calibre for dangerous game
Bucket-List Hunting in Australia — species, regions, and reality
Sandhill Cranes: The Ribeye of the Sky?
Texas Whitetail Bowhunting — lessons from the Midwest
Over 60+ pages of raw hunting adventure — always free to read online.
1970's Sambar Chronicles the "first hunt" part one.
It started with the sambar stags. The Sambar stag holds a special place in the hearts of Australian deer hunters. Introduced from India and Sri Lanka in the 1860s, these massive deer took to the Victorian high country like they were born to it. Mature stags can weigh over 300 kilograms or 660 pounds, and carry dark, rugged antlers that sweep high and heavy. But it isn’t size alone that makes them so desirable—it’s the challenge.
Even the name "The Yukon" fires up the imagination—its vast wilderness, towering mountains, and untamed rivers calling to those who crave adventure. My heart pounded just thinking about the chance to hunt 3 bears there, Colour-phase black bears and grizzlies were at the forefront of my mind when I saw the hunt come up for auction online. Determined to win, I had two phones and a laptop going. One device froze at the worst moment, but I wasn’t backing down. The bidding started at $2,000,
Day two of our hunt in the Caprivi started just like every other day of the hunt: an early rise, coffee in front of the fire overlooking the floodplain that lay before us in Ivory Camp, the wildlife symphony, and a hearty breakfast to hold us through. The thought of a successful elephant hunt in 24 hours was not even on the radar for the day. It wasn’t long before we were set in the Cabassa Safaris Land Cruiser and gliding across the sandy floodplain that is the Caprivi.
We were perched on a rugged South Island mountain ridgeline, way out there in the 4WD buggy, when Mike whispered, “There are some tahr right over there.” He eased to a stop, and we glassed the opposite mountainside across a steep valley. The terrain was brutal—sheer rock faces, jagged cliffs, and steep tussock-covered slopes, the kind of unforgiving country where tahr thrive. Sure enough, his keen binocular eyes picked out a group of six or seven tahr, standing effortlessly on terrain that looked near
Our hunting blog dives deeper into:
Big game hunting preparation
Firearms and archery setups
Hunting destinations worldwide
Gear testing in real conditions
Conservation and land access challenges
Every article is written from firsthand experience — not theory.
Join me and let's explorer the hunting world...
G'day, mates! Welcome to our hunting magazine "Big Game Hunter Australia Magazine and our hunting blog'— "your ultimate hub for adrenaline-charged adventures, untamed tales, and a treasure trove of outdoor wisdom. I'm John R Hossack, your editor and guide through the exhilarating wilderness of hunting, fishing, 4-wheel driving, and beyond.
This hunting magazine is the place to be for all hunting enthusiasts who want to stay updated with the latest hunting trends, tips, and tricks.
We are dedicated to providing you with authentic and comprehensive hunting stories and information in our "Free Down Loadable Hunting Magazine" with all aspects of hunting, from choosing the right gear to tracking big game in the wild.
Our team of experienced hunters and outdoor enthusiasts are passionate about sharing their knowledge with you and helping you become a better hunter.
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