Will O'Meara

Mountain Hunter — Ireland 🇮🇪

Will is an Irish hunter and precision rifleman. He is passionate about ethical hunting, with 20 years of experience and a former member of the special forces.


Nationality
Ireland 🇮🇪
Hunting Type
Mountain Hunter
Rifle
Tikka
Career Start
1990's
Favorite Game
Red Stag
Field
Journalist
Notable Achievements

Co-founder of Modern Huntsman Europe, national-level precision shooter, expert in backcountry hunting and long-range shooting

Will O'Meara is a seasoned Irish hunter and precision shooting expert with decades of experience in the mountains and fields of Europe. A lifelong outdoorsman, he combines traditional stalking with modern equipment and training to promote ethical hunting practices. As co-founder of Modern Huntsman Europe and an accomplished long-range shooter, Will is dedicated to mentoring others, preserving wild places, and living a purpose-driven life in the backcountry. He’s also a strong voice in the conversation around conservation and sustainable hunting.

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A Wee Dram: A Kildermorie Film

A Wee Dram: A Kildermorie Film

More Than Just a Hunt Set in the rugged Scottish Highlands on the Kildermorie Estate, A Wee Dram is less about the shot and more about the people behind it. This short film captures the heart of w...

A Buck, a Storm, and The Shot That Counted

A Buck, a Storm, and The Shot That Counted

When the Hunt Becomes Survival JE Wilds and his crew headed deep into New Zealand’s backcountry to chase a mature buck. Then the weather flipped. Fast. What rolled in was a full-blown 50-year storm...

Four Days for One Shot: Hunting Red Stags in New Zealand

Four Days for One Shot: Hunting Red Stags in New Zealand

Ever wondered what it’s like to hunt in New Zealand in the middle of winter? Pedro Ampuero did just that, and decided to go find out the hard way. With foggy valleys, freezing weather, and stags th...