About this episode

Matty interviews Dallas Hemeyer about his harrowing hunting experiences and the importance of conservation.

In this episode, Matty sits down with Dallas Hemeyer of 365 Pursuit. Dallas has spent years filming hunts around the world through 365 Pursuit, from Tanzania and New Zealand to Mexico and across the US. Along the way he's survived a helicopter crash, a rifle exploding in his face, dangerous infections and more than a few situations where getting home wasn't guaranteed. We talked about hunting some of the wildest places on earth, what it takes to prepare for the unexpected, and why hunters play such an important role in conservation across Africa. This episode will have you sitting on the edge of your seat from word go. Podcast topics: The story behind Dallas' viral Instagram post showing the injuries and close calls he's experienced while hunting around the world. A hunter collapsing from severe dehydration in remote Mexico and why simple mistakes can become life-threatening hours from medical help. Dallas' terrifying helicopter crash in Tanzania, rescuing injured passengers, and spending hours stranded before help could arrive. How a rifle exploded while shooting a Cape buffalo, leaving metal lodged beside Dallas' optic nerve and permanently changing his bow setup. Why learning…

People in this episode

Host: Matty

Guest: Dallas Hemeyer

Topics covered

• hunting experiences
• survival stories
• conservation efforts
• preparing for the unexpected
• adapting to challenges
• injuries in the field

Keywords

• hunting
• survival
• conservation
• helicopter crash
• dehydration
• rifle explosion
• bowhunting
• 365 Pursuit

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: 365 Pursuit

Places: Tanzania, New Zealand, Mexico, Africa

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