Lucy of Thornton Hunting & Outdoors: A Young Hunter’s Story

In our last episode, we sat down with Charli VanDeelen — and listeners loved hearing her story of growing up in a hunting family. Her reflections on those early adventures in the outdoors really resonated, reminding us how important it is to share traditions and pass knowledge from one generation to the next.

This week, we’re keeping that momentum going with another incredible young woman: Lucy from Thornton Hunting & Outdoors. At just 16, Lucy is already a hunter, target shooter, and apprentice diesel mechanic. She balances her love for the outdoors with helping out at the family store and supporting one of her favourite brands — Dusty Diamond.

In this episode, Lucy shares:

Her earliest hunting memories with her dad
What she loves about target shooting and time in the bush
The challenges and lessons she’s faced as a young hunter
How she balances school, work, and the outdoors
Her advice for other young women curious about getting into hunting

Sponsors & Supporters

This episode is proudly sponsored by HuntingAus.com.au — use code guntraders for 10% off your membership.
Big thanks also to GunTraders.com.au — Australia’s home for buying and selling firearms and hunting gear.
Hunting and Outdoors — quality gear for Australian hunters
Dusty Diamond — outdoor clothing inspired by real women in the hunting community