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[@laurencetilley9194]

Hi Scotty, I am in my late sixties, and grew up in the country. Hunting was a part of life. Having a WW2 veteran for a dad, I was given rifle and a shot gun at a very young age, and strictly taught all the safety rules, and hunting skills. I haven't fired a shot in years, I fully understand and appreciate your reasoning in regard to hunting. Thankfully we have good people out there, that are continuing the work of controlling the numbers of feral, 'introduced species'. Learn the skills, and do your bit to help manage these species. I am not surprised to hear your story, I have seen and heard your concerns in many videos you have shared regarding feral populations of pigs, goats, deer, rabbits, foxes, cats and dogs. The damage they do to the environment and to our native species, they have to be controlled. You have at least one subscriber now, that supports you whole hardheartedly in this new project. Congratulations to you and Laura! on the birth of your son, enjoy your family time Scotty.

[@BigRedsCrib]

I agree with your view and I think hunting is something that people should be entitled to do, if they wish. I don't however think deer should have a seasonal restriction, they are a pest and are spreading to quickly in NSW. You should be able to hunt all Australian feral pests all year round and they should allow hunting in National Parks at certain times of the year.

[@robinsavard84]

Hunting for food is completely different than trophy hunting, which I hate! Congratulations on the precious baby boy coming! You will be a fabulous dad! Prayers for a safe delivery!

[@nobodxy]

Trophyhunting should be illegal

[@Gunnadoo]

​@@nobodxywhy ?, Trophy hunting is a great way of controlling feral animals here in Australia.

[@TooOldToCare-kl3co]

@@GunnadooI agree, my mate has a 500 hectare property, overrun with deer and boars, they are very destructive, so he encourages local hunters to control them.

[@No_mans_flies]

@@nobodxyno such thing as trophy hunting in Australia. Even in countries where it is a thing most people don’t understand it and how it saved the large game animals in the US.

[@Gunnadoo]

@No_mans_flies yes there is, deer, goats and pigs are hunted for trophy heads in Australia.

[@toorakofthesoutheast]

Great video mate, love that your speaking about hunting and sourcing your own meat.

[@JohnBlake-m3p]

Hi Scotty, all our children were 6 weeks old when we took them camping and hiking. They are all adults now and are still enjoying the great outdoors.

[@geoffeagar9395]

Congratulations Scott, Laura and Colby. A new family. Your move to hunting is a natural progression from fishing and gathering bush tucker, and, as you say, hunting removes feral pests so go for it. One of the great things about your channel is your up front honesty about the decisions you make with regards to your philosophy about engaging with the natural environment. Hunting your own meat (and fish), growing and gathering food is being real. Good on ya.

[@mariestokie6122]

Congratulations to both of you! Little Colby is just so beautiful. You’ll be a wonderful Dad

[@Huey850MP]

Congrats Scotty, hunting is the natural way forward for living an outdoor lifestyle. The process of harvesting wild animals and consuming the meat and feeding your family is very special. I think a lot of people have lost the knowledge to harvest wild animals and it’s a great skill to develop and pass down from one generation to another

[@TheRafinx]

The hunting talk is 100% correct. I have had the same goal of trying to get a deer to process and have the meat. Also have a look at your Class R licences for state forests in NSW. There are so many places, which are beautiful to walk/hunt. If you have any questions let me know.

[@davidshepherd3365]

Congratulations mate. Savour every moment with your family, as time moves so quickly.

[@ShanelleBeer]

Congrats on the arrival of your baby boy!! Enjoy your time off!

[@PedroThai]

congrats on the baby scotty, welcome to another stage of you life journey, enjoy.

[@u2fanforever1]

Congratulations Scotty! Welcome to the hardest job you'll ever love.

[@Amanda-ei7oc]

Loved hearing your thoughts on hunting. It’s not something I would watch just because I’m squeamish, but I enjoyed hearing your reasoning and seeing the photos. Completely get it and agree with how disconnected we’ve become from our food (as someone who has farmed beef cattle!). It’s sad. On a brighter note - congratulations on your beautiful boy!! Squeeze every moment out of this time with your wife and bubs. It’s so special and it goes by so fast!

[@redwinsouthm8714]

You give us so much joy over the past couple of years (that I have been watching), take this time off and become a dad. Congrats mate cheers

[@snoop2477]

Mean. Congrats on becoming a Dad! Hunting is next level adventure and will give you such a greater insight into the animals and their environment. And wild game is so good. The majority of hunters appreciate the animals they hunt. Well done on carrying and cooking real food. The process is so much more enjoyable! Maybe run a separate channel "Scotty'sGoneStalkabout"

[@tiago.alexandre]

bow huting is amazing!!! Would love to watch your experience where on youtube

[@chezelleconroy2951]

Scotty we are all so thrilled for you. Epic father-son camping adventures await! Sending love from all of us to all of you.

[@reggiefirth]

Scotty, firstly congratulations to you and your wife. A little one for you to love, teach and learn from. Anyone who has a go at you for hunting your own food needs to wake up to themselves, they didn't have a problem with you hunting fish did they!, our property is 100% subsistence harvesting. We grow our own food from the meats to the vegetable even the grains that we make alcohol for fuel and our consumption. Oh and if anyone thinks we are rednecks... Im a military specialist and my partner is a Dr.... Well done brother we are proud of your journey.

[@anndebaldo7381]

Thanks for talking about your feelings about hunting and getting back in touch with a human's own food. Yes, killing animals is not fun...but if you're going to eat meet, it's important to take responsibility for it. Thanks for your honestly. ATB

[@felipeparrilha]

Amazing man, get ready your outdoor life will never be the same again, I speak from my own experience! God bless your family 🙏🏻

[@justinharrison285]

Congratulations! Enjoy the family time! Treasure the moments. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@MeasuredLight]

Congratulations on the little one mate! Being a dad is the best! I have a 7 year old daughter, and she loves camping and photographing with me! It's hard, but the most worthwhile thing in the world!!!

[@broomstickcowgirl]

Congrats on your new addition!! How exciting. You explained your hunting experience so well. We live in Northern California and my husband harvests part of our meat too (deer, black bear, and turkey). It makes you appreciate your meals that much more. We know where the meat comes from and that it's been harvested humanely and given thanks over. Venison backstrap is my most favorite meat ever! That meal looked delicious, your venison cooked perfectly! Cheers.

[@nickykwan9794]

Congrats! Enjoy fatherhood! Cherish the time witnessing your little one grow before its gone in a blink. We will wait for your return while you do your daddy duties!

[@MelanieWhite-nt7nk]

Fine looking kid there! They will add a new dimension to your lives! Also I commend you for researching and keeping an open mind about hunting. Congratulations, and I hope hunting your own food is successful and fun. It really keeps you grounded with nature and the natural ways.

[@andrewmcqualter1141]

Great words on the hunting Scotty. Nothing wrong with hunting, gathering and providing food for yourself and the family. Trophy hunting im not keen on myself.. All the best with the little one...

[@HuntFishGrow]

Ramped it up again. You’ve come a long way in a short time and are now facing the ultimate adventure. A whole family. This will be the biggest adventure yet and believe me the hardest and most rewarding. Well done Scotty. Well done.

[@jason_alden]

Congrats on fatherhood, Mate! Love everything about this video and you.

[@AARRRRRRRON]

Time to get stuck into the Scotty’s gone walkabout archive. Always enjoy your content mate, good luck with everything! Keen to see your next video

[@peterslade3927]

Hi Scotty & Laura, congratulations on the birth of your son. All the best mate and enjoy the time with your baby boy. Your KZbin channel is one of my favourites and looking forward to watching your next video next month. Pete (Adelaide)

[@headwerkn]

Congrats to you and Laura on the arrival of your son - hope mum and bub are doing well and you’re coping ok with the nappies and lack of sleep! Don’t worry, we’ll all be here when you’re able to get out and about again. Agree totally with your stance on hunting. Modern society had a terribly disconnected relationship with our meat and food in general. Factory farming of animals is of course terrible though I would add industry scale production of vegetables and grains is no better for the environment or animals either. Growing, gathering and hunting your own food is how we’re supposed to do it. Do feel free to share some of it in your videos (though I suspect KZbin itself won’t be kind).

[@personal.YouTube.channel]

Congratulations on your kid ! .... Family first.

[@MrWalko]

Congratulations mate! Being a dad is the best. ❤ I'm blessed to have 4 wonderful kids who are now 8 - 15yo. Every stage has its tough bits, but every stage also has its blessings. Just enjoy it. We'll still be here when you get back. You'll probably find that camping as a family is easier than you think, but it definitely needs to look different with little kids.

[@HLsab]

Congrats on the Bub Scotty , mate your cooking skills have gone next level……you normally burn the shit out of everything. 😂👍

[@ScottysGoneWalkabout]

Thanks mate. I’m trying my hardest 😂

[@anitapaulsen3282]

Aww... what a cutie. Congratulations! That area where you were camping looks so much like the Sierras in California. What a beautiful place.

[@shcmoly]

Congrats on the baby. Looks like the new truck is earning her keep. Bow hunting is amazing - both difficult and rewarding.

[@joannaflamank5434]

Good luck man! Look forward to seeing you again, but have fun with your new little family!

[@jimbairdtimekeeper8117]

Good luck with fatherhood Scotty. You'll love it.

[@Northwalessimon]

Scotty that's brilliant news.. congratulations to you both I'm watching you on Saturday..and I'm waiting to hear from the hospital as my daughter is giving birth today or tomorrow...all the best.

[@tomevans7244]

Gidday Scotty I'm a butcher from NZ mad keen hunter and fisherman came across 1 of your vids a few months ago now in always watching them you inspire me to get of my backside and get out there more mate congrats on on having a little fella wish you all the best bro

[@raykinit4701]

Congratulations. We will all be here when you get back. Thank you. Ray.

[@susanalbone5101]

Congratulations on the birth of your Son Colby. May you have many adventures with him. Take care, keep safe. ❤ Dorset, UK

[@rikkim4818]

Scotty as l always say U will never have known such a love until U experience becoming a parent with your own baby. Welcome to the world lil man🎉

[@arsenic9475]

Congratulations ! Just stumbled on your channel about 3 days ago and have been having an absolute blast catching up on your backlog.

[@sonyavincent7450]

His nz trip from a few months back is the absolute best.

[@ericball4935]

Good luck Scotty! Congratulations from North Carolina. Its going to be so scary and hard but by far the best most fulfilling thing youve ever done. Youre going to love every second, even when you dont.

[@shaungoswell1040]

Congrats on the new additon . Love your videos they are my escape from the busy week. Im sure you have your handful at the moment with the little guy. All the best to you and your new family. ❤ from canada 🇨🇦

[@bennyc409]

Congrats on the little man Scotty! Don't fret about whether you manage to get any content up or not, we'll be here when you do. But one idea you could do from home that I'd love if you get the chance, is a video about how you plan and map out a hike. And very cool on the hunting too mate!

[@FearTec]

Congrats on the baby soon and hope the misses is doing well. Hunting pests is a good idea, we have too many wild goats and deer overtaking the hills above our town..

[@karenhalton9307]

Congratulations to you both Scotty on the birth of beautiful colby.all the best for ur futures.🎉❤x

[@jbthor9032]

Hey Scotty. I absolutely enjoy watching all your videos. The pictures are stunning, like you say. In this video, about 2 3rd's of through the video, I heard a bird making a sound. It sounded like it was laughing. Sometimes, I think the birds and wildlife are laughing at us humans. Like, good luck serving out here. Nice episode adventure. 👍👊🙌

[@allyhawkes760]

Congratulations to you and Laura on the safe arrival of baby Colby. He looks really sweet. Enjoy the time together as a new family x

[@petewilliams4289]

Congratulations and you will be an outstanding outdoors, adventure dad to a lucky child. Best wishes to you and your family

[@huntzzman99]

Congratulations mate!!! Love when you tried grabbing that stick in the fire!! We have all done it ! 😭🫠

[@blackstonegear]

Scotty a huge fan from South Korea! Thank you for some of the best videos I've seen in the KZbin world. We run your videos in our shop buddy! Thank you... thank you.....

[@budget-adventure]

Congrats man I hope all is well with the little fella. Small trips like this are just as good as the big longer ones. Look after the family and we will be waiting for your updates and return in the future.

[@ScottysGoneWalkabout]

Thanks a lot mate 🤙🏼

[@davidpicot5457]

Congratulations Scotty!! Awesome news. Nothing beats being a dad 🤙

[@Swifty270]

awesome news and congrats on the little addition!! you will love dad life!! also hunting once you learn the right reasons to hunt, its very rewarding, to be able to undertake conservation work then provide free range food for friends and family. next time you come to NZ, i'd be more than happy to take you on a deer hunt.

[@bwilson6241]

Congratulations Scotty! My wife and I just had our little girl this month so I'm right there with you man! We watch your channel all the time and we both wish you and your wife all the best. Have a blast man, we'll be waiting to hear all about it on the other side.

[@kdjat]

Big congrats Scotty! Take all the time you need, they grow up so quick!

[@TheSillySwagman]

Sorry mate 😆 Glad to hear you’re finally ready to admit that packrafting is still safer WITH me than without me. 😂 And congrats again! Happy for you two 🙌

[@jwinaccount]

Making the call now - won't be long before we see a Silly/Scotty hunt collab! I can already hear you taking the piss out of Scotty's shooting form and vice versa on your butchery skills 🤣

[@TheSillySwagman]

@@jwinaccounthahaha That’d be right wouldn’t it 😂😂 Teach him some fire and movement 🤣

[@jwinaccount]

@@TheSillySwagman best prepare for wildlife mounting some counter-sniper tactics!

[@TuahiwiBuilds]

Awesome mate, well done on the vid, but even more so on the little fella! Congrats.

[@DandyKing91]

Congratulations on the birth of your son and be sure to enjoy the family time. They grow up quick! 😁

[@castrx]

Congratulations ❤ I have 7 and have only just got into hiking/ camping.. went on my 1st overnight (in a hut) when baby #7 was 3 months old, had her on my front and my then 10, 9 and 7 yr old daughters came to and carried all their own gear. My boys are now 3 and 4 and I'm keen to get them out thus summer!!

[@tinalampkin8649]

Congratulations on the birth of your baby boy 💙

[@createandliveyourbestlife]

Thank You for your Vlog in the great Aussie bush 👍🏻👏🏻, great Camp site! Wonderful to see the wombat and the Roo both healthy and in their element of the bush. Have you thought of learning about Bush Tucker. Some wonderful teachers/instructors that run on Country trips where you learn how to find and prepare different bush tucker meals. Congratulation on your new famly member - enjo rhw adventure of parenting. 👏🏻👍🏻🙏🏻🙋🏻‍♀️🇦🇺

[@ScorrFamilyAdventures]

Another great video, and congratulations to you and your family!!

[@mariac9582]

Awwwww Scotty Dad Daddy ….. Welcome Colby your mum and dad are awesome and have been so looking forward to your arrival….. enjoy guys hopefully not too many sleepless nights xxxx ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@melindaholme5414]

Wonderful news. Enjoy baby Colby! 🎉 might be time to go back and rewatch all the content from the beginning. You are amazing!

[@craigdejong9015]

Congrats on the little boy, much fun to come! I’ve really liked seeing you understand hunting, it’s not about killing. Which is the hard thing to get people to understand.

[@spencercooke9753]

Great to hear youre taking up hunting. Ive been hunting deer for a few years now and its become a big part of my life. Its different cooking up lean game meat but if you know what youre doing. Its bloody great. So much appreciation!

[@BCBoatsAndCanoes]

Most important achievement, and the beginning of a journey, take care of Colby (and your better half)

[@petracollins8623]

My word he is so beautiful. Enjoy your little baby. All the best to both of you.

[@sarahklopp1607]

Great overnighter! Congratulations, welcome Colby 🎉

[@joannagrimmer]

Wonderful news, Scotty. Glad your son has arrived safely, mum is well, and thank you for sharing some pics. Surprised how clean that beach sand was; what a great spot! Lovely to see you've experienced sustainable hunting. Goat meat is great, too. I used to shoot with a long bow; not hunting, a game a bit like golf. Just loved being out, close to nature.

[@user-ArtsyVW]

congrats Scotty & Laura on the safe delivery of your baby boy.. look forward to seeing more vlogs when you return..

[@timothymassie6293]

Congrats! Enjoy your family time, we’ll be here waiting for the next walk-about!

[@mademoisellekaya1438]

Wow.. I am a follower of you as long as from the days you were a vegetarian, lol! And look at you now.. a changed man and, most importantly, a dad! 🎉 Congratulations to both of you 🎊🥳 Make the most of it and cherish this time. No matter how hard it is, that means it is all the more special ! ✨️👌😃

[@73megalith]

Congratulations to you both, the hunting talk is so honest and a world away from trophy hunting. Stunning camp spot 🤙 im lucky to have some nice camp spots here in Devon UK, need to get out to them more often.

[@tonywilliams2066]

Sweet vid Scotty, little Colby is the best ❤

[@tleej26]

Congratulations to you both on your beautiful wee boy🏕🇳🇿

[@SamClarkPhotographerAdventurer]

Awesome Scotty! Congrats to you both, and welcome to the world little Colby!

[@joshuamaher614]

its scary knowing you have a little one about to enter into the world. I can tell its effecting you. This is a good sign. It means you understand the responsibility. You're gonna be amazing. Take your time. Go slowly. 😇

[@dantibbs6232]

congrats to both of you from over the pond in Newcastle UK! x

[@funkuncut]

Congrats Scotty! That's great news mate and what a beauty of a spot you got for this last vid before taking a break. Best of luck for this next adventure. I wonder if your next youtube camping trip will be with a little hunter? All the best!!!!

[@Paddeltroll]

Congratulations to both of you from Germany!

[@ricktablelander5043]

Congrats you 2 for great news couple of years and camping with the lad Aye

[@terrymaynard2885]

Family time is important, enjoy the new young one

[@kimhannan5897]

Congrats. Love your videos and I understand your hunting dilemma. You're a very couth fellow. All the best to you.

[@VoidFatherr]

I'm a life-long hunter, and I share your sentiment with trophy hunting and the like. One should only take if they need, not because it'd look good on the wall.

[@182Axeman]

Scottie, take a year off mate, support ya misses. Glad to hear about your experience hunting, i have been hunting for years and we eat everything I can harvest. Nothing goes to waste, i also dont support factory food. Enjoy ya new family time and best wishes mate 👍 💪

[@NukeFPV]

Scotty ... you could always setiup a sub channel for the hunting. Many of us would love to see this content from you and inspire us to get back into hunting non-native invasive species with your usual wholistic, humble and culturally sensitive approach. It's essentially no different than catching a fish and eating it. Please ? ;)

[@dombarton2483]

I fully agree, those that dont want to watch it , dont have to. He will attract so many more subscribers. He would be mad not to.

[@ScottysGoneWalkabout]

Exactly mate. It’s not much different to catching fish. I’ve had a quite a few comments saying they’d like to see the hunting so perhaps I may film it down the track.

[@dombarton2483]

@@ScottysGoneWalkabout absolutely please do that.

[@jwinaccount]

@@ScottysGoneWalkabout if you can pull off filming your own hunts in the same quality you film your trips... you're GOATED!

[@ozzygrunt4812]

Bloody legend Scotty, I’ve been following your clips for ages now mate, keep it up. Cheers

[@josephkerley363]

Congratulations on the birth of your son! Family first, good onya! As to hunting? Alaska hunter and fisher here.

[@davidr7236]

Loved the two pillows shot, thanks for leaving it in 😂 that morning fog and birdsong is what we do this for! Sharing experiences like this with your kids is the best feeling. Your skills and knowledge will give him some memorable times. Tip for the camper dad: start really soon. If mum is up for it, babies transport well. Did our first road trip at two weeks and first camp at 12 weeks, it helped us get into the rhythm of just involving them in our life rather than changing ours much. All the best for your family break. Thanks for the years of inspiration.

[@MurrayRiver1]

Congratulations Scotty! Welcome to the world Colby.

[@croydenwheeler7017]

Congratulations! And good on you for taking two months with Family. It's super important for the postpartum stage

[@rongoris3022]

Congratulations! What great news!!! Hopefully the little one will enjoy nature as much as you! Wow!! Big news!! Cheers!!

[@curttaverner5857]

Congrats on the beautiful baby boy scotty. Cheers

[@mariamary65]

Another great video and what a beautiful ending. Congratulations.

[@vickyf164]

Congratulations Scotty and your beautiful wife. Have a blessed week 🙏

[@lukeburkill7767]

Nice one mate fully support your hunting and enjoy your time with the little one and fam 👶🏽👌🏽