The Huntsman

Join Chris Waters and a cast of expert guests as they embark on an adrenaline-fueled journey across the diverse landscapes of Australia. From the rugged peaks of the Northern Tablelands to the misty gullies of the Victorian High Country, Season 1 establishes the "field-to-fork" mission of The Huntsman. Facing everything from elusive Sambar deer to mountain goats and waterfowl, the team showcases the skill, patience, and ethics required to harvest organic meat in the wild. This debut season celebrates the start of a journey into the heart of the Aussie wilderness, where every hunt is a lesson in conservation and every meal is a reward for the grind.

The Huntsman Season 1 release dates →

1. E10

   10. Sneaky 12 point Red Stag hunt

   3 years ago

   In the Season 1 finale, Chris chases a monster 6x6 Red Stag in Nyora. Joined by mates KC and Brad, he navigates buffalo and mysterious finds in a high-stakes hunt for the "Red Stag's crown."

2. E9

   9. Red Deer Redemption

   3 years ago

   Chris brings club member KC to Nyora, Queensland, to secure his first Australian deer. Chris takes a backseat to help his friend master his nerves and find success alongside mates Brad and Linda.

3. E8

   8. Where did they go?

   3 years ago

   Chris takes first-time hunter Jecerey into the Victorian High Country. The pair tracks fresh Sambar sign, testing their patience against the "Ghost of the Bush" in an introductory mountain hunt.

4. E7

   7. Windy Fallow Deer Hunt

   3 years ago

   Battling brutal Tasmanian wind and rain, Chris teams up with local hunters Colm and Tom. Using electric bikes, the team faces the elements to stalk black fallow deer in a test of stealth.

5. E6

   6. Feathers and Shells

   3 years ago

   Chris joins Troy from Honkers Hunters for an action-packed duck season opener in Victoria. The hunt concludes with a masterclass as Troy prepares his legendary duck schnitzel burgers.

6. E5

   5. DANGEROUS Mountain hunt???

   3 years ago

   Chris and Jordi scale a mountain in search of rutting billy goats, sharing hunting tips and laughs before preparing an epic goat testicle recipe.

7. E4

   4. Caught by surprise!

   3 years ago

   Exploring the breathtaking High Country with Pete from Baw Baw Adventures, Chris pursues Sambar. When a shot proves difficult, the duo must utilize expert tracking skills to follow a blood trail.

8. E3

   3. Would YOU take this shot?

   3 years ago

   In the NSW bush, Chris, Jordi, and Dodge hunt wild fallow deer. After a successful harvest, the team demonstrates the field-to-table process by baking homemade wild venison pies.

9. E2

   2. Shhh! Sneaky goat ambush

   3 years ago

   Chris and Jordi scale rugged peaks for rutting billy goats. The adventure features expert stalking tips and a unique culinary twist as they prepare an unconventional wild game delicacy.

10. E1

    1. Shoot the kid!?!

    3 years ago

    Chris stalks meat goats in the Northern Tablelands of NSW to fill the freezer. The mission becomes a test of precision and ethics when a successful harvest leaves him in a dicey tactical situation.

The Huntsman returns for a bigger, bolder second season that dives deeper into the technical and emotional heart of hunting. This season, Chris Waters and his companions push their limits across New South Wales and South Australia, utilizing cutting-edge thermal technology and traditional tracking skills to manage invasive species and harvest majestic game. From the high-stakes pursuit of massive water buffalo in the outback to the selfless joy of helping a mate secure their first deer, Season 2 explores the bonds forged in the bush. With an increased focus on wild game butchery and gourmet field cooking, it’s a raw and refined look at the modern Australian hunting lifestyle.

The Huntsman Season 2 release dates →

1. E10

   10. Buffalo hunt & meat harvest

   1 year ago

   In the Season 2 finale, Chris, Brad, and Lynda pursue the mighty Water Buffalo. One of Australia's most dangerous animals, these beasts test the team’s grit in a mission to fill the freezer.

2. E9

   9. Sambar deer close engagement

   2 years ago

   Chris and mate Luke Dobson head into the Victorian High Country. Utilizing the skills of pointers and hounds, they navigate dense bush in search of the legendary and elusive Sambar deer.

3. E8

   8. Rifle vs. Recurve

   2 years ago

   It’s firepower vs. tradition as Chris (rifle) challenges Gordo (recurve) to see who can harvest a Sambar stag first. Gordo has the home advantage, but Chris has the reach in this mountain showdown.

4. E7

   7. Fallow bucks causing trouble

   2 years ago

   Chris hunts elusive fallow bucks in central NSW. With the deer on high alert after a heavy rut, Chris relies on persistence and woodcraft to secure organic food in a solo mission.

5. E6

   6. Twilight billy goat & rusa

   2 years ago

   Continuing the outback journey, Chris supports KC in his mission to fill the freezer. The focus is on the selfless joy of hunting as KC targets wild goat and Rusa deer.

6. E5

   5. Camel hunt & meat harvest

   2 years ago

   Chris and mates KC, Brad, and Scott venture deep into the outback to harvest a wild camel. A celebration of mateship, action-packed stalks, and field-to-fork wild game cooking.

7. E4

   4. Feathers & Family

   2 years ago

   Chris joins the Playdon family at their wetland paradise to celebrate duck hunting culture. This episode highlights intergenerational skill building and nature-focused family values.

8. E3

   3. Hunting Monster Chital

   2 years ago

   Chris and Bill stalk bucks in South Australia during the peak breeding season. Amidst the chaos of the rut, the duo has close encounters before spotting a massive, unexpected Chital stag.

9. E2

   2. Fallow deer & thermal tech

   2 years ago

   Chris, Michael, and Habeeb assist local farmers with deer and fox management. Using cutting-edge thermal tech, they navigate rugged terrain to demonstrate the future of nocturnal pest control.

10. E1

    1. The fall that changed the hunt

    2 years ago

    Chris, Jordi, and Dodge trek into the NSW wilds for fallow deer and goat. The team enjoys a successful start until a fateful fall changes the entire course of the hunt.

In its most grueling chapter yet, Season 3 takes viewers deep into the unforgiving Victorian High Country. This season is a tribute to the "Ghost of the Bush"—the Sambar deer—and the dedicated hunters who chase them on public land. Facing sub-zero temperatures, dense scrub, and vertical terrain, Chris Waters and his team test their grit against Australia’s toughest hunting challenges. Beyond the hunt, Season 3 captures the soul of the high country: the campfire conversations, the camaraderie of shared hardship, and the profound respect for the animals that provide. It’s a season defined by persistence, where the mountain doesn't give up its secrets easily, and every success is hard-earned.

The Huntsman Season 3 release dates →

1. E10

   10. No Pants, Big Deer

   6 months ago

   In a memorable season finale, the crew experiences the highs and lows of the bush, culminating in a successful big deer harvest and plenty of laughs around the campfire.

2. E9

   9. The Mountain Gave Up a Sambar

   7 months ago

   Persistence pays off in this grueling episode where the vertical terrain and thick scrub finally yield to Chris's tracking skills, resulting in a successful Sambar harvest.

3. E8

   8. The High Country Doesn’t Forgive

   8 months ago

   After a month of grinding in the High Country, it comes down to this: one final day, one solo mission, and one last chance for Chris to fill the freezer for himself.

4. E7

   7. Sambar Deer Got the Drop on Us

   9 months ago

   The Victorian High Country adventure continues in new territory. Chris is joined by Cass Fleming for their first hunt; she takes the shot while Chris provides backup from the binoculars.

5. E6

   6. Tumbling bullets

   10 months ago

   Chris pushes into the thickest bush he has ever hunted. In cold, steep, and rugged country, the pair is stalked by wild dogs and faces a close encounter with a wary Sambar stag.

6. E5

   5. Blood on the trees

   11 months ago

   The team pushes deeper into the Victorian High Country for better grounds. With local deer on edge, they relocate camp further into the bush to continue their rugged public land adventure.

7. E4

   4. -6°C Frozen Sambar Hunt

   1 year ago

   Chris and Jordi brave -6°C temps in the High Country, using tree stands to hunt public land Sambar. The team tests their grit before Jordi prepares fresh venison tartare in the field.

8. E3

   3. Breaking the curse

   1 year ago

   Chris joins Scott and Jody Johnson in the misty High Country to break a dry spell. After enduring freezing gullies and a cold creek bath, the team secures a big moment that ends with a bang.

9. E2

   2. Chasing Ghosts in the Wet

   1 year ago

   Chris and Luke Dobson hunt the wet High Country with pointers Ryder and Remi. Despite tough conditions after heavy rain, the team pushes deep into the bush for Sambar and venison curry.

10. E1

    1. I smell stag!

    1 year ago

    Chris kicks off Season 3 in the Victorian High Country with Brad and Linda. They find fresh stag sign in a new corner of the bush, but local hounds complicate the hunt before a campfire feast.