30-Second Fieldcraft: How to Shuck an Oyster

Steps

Cup down. Hold the oyster with the deep shell (cup) facing down, and the hinge toward you.

Find the hinge. Press the knife tip into the hinge.

Twist, don’t stab. Rotate the knife to pop the upper shell (lid).

Slide and cut. Run the blade along the top shell to sever the adductor muscle.

Lift the top shell. Throw it away.

‘Finish’ the oyster. Slide the knife under the oyster to cut the bottom muscle, then flip the meat, and leave inside the shell. Do not discard the liquor, as this will prevent the oyster from drying out and adds to the flavour.

Feral Pigs: The Complete Australian Hunting Guide

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The complete Australian hunting guide for feral pigs.

30-Second Fieldcraft: Wetsuit Care and Maintenance

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The summer holidays are almost upon us. As the mercury continues to rise into the 40’s, most of us will make our way to the beach in search of adventure. Whether you’re catching a wave or diving for your next meal, its likely that you’ll be doing it in a wetsuit. This article contains everything you need to know about the care and maintenance of this important piece of kit.

Two Classes of Australians: Culture-Based Discrimination and Government Hypocrisy

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Politicians claim to place equal value on each of their constituents, regardless of where they come from or who they are. In reality, they pick and choose who to discriminate against, guided by political optics and personal agendas. Their most common targets are hunters, anglers, and law-abiding firearm owners.

In this article, I outline the prevalence of culture-based discrimination in Australia and question why our recreational pursuits are constantly threatened with extinction—despite having deep roots in every corner of our multicultural society.