The chamois were calling. Their call echoed through the harsh Alpine peaks of Austria. And Johanna Clermont answered their call. She went looking for chamois together with two of our hunters in fall. With the rut being in full swing, it was an Alpine experience to remember.
A woman on the hunt.
A story in the making.
Johanna Clermont walks the ancient paths of the Alps with grace and grit, proving that the mountains belong to those who respect them. And that the call of the chamois is one worth answering.
High above the valley floor, where the air is thin and the silence profound, Johanna Clermont and her guides tread softly through the golden remnants of autumn. With every step, the world below fades away. Up here, in the realm of the chamois, time slows, senses sharpen, and the soul finds space to breathe.
The chamois rut is in full swing, and every echo across the Hinterautal peaks could be a call to action. This is not just a hunt, it’s a pilgrimage into the wild heart of the Alps.
There’s a kind of magic in the stillness of the mountains. No traffic, no chatter. Just the crunch of boots on frost-hardened ground and the distant call of a chamois.
SWAROVSKI OPTIK Jagd Hinterautal
This is hunting in harmony with nature
On 9,700 hectares of pristine Tyrolean landscape, the hunting grounds called SWAROVSKI OPTIK Jagd Hinterautal offer a rare opportunity: to walk ancient trails, observe thriving wildlife, and take part in a tradition that protects and preserves the cultural and ecological richness of the Alps.
In the company of professional hunter Tobias Leismüller as her guide and a fellow SWAROVSKI OPTIK hunter, Michael Ott, Johanna moves with quiet determination. The camaraderie is unspoken but strong, essential in this rugged terrain where trust and teamwork are as vital as skill.
SWAROVSKI OPTIK Jagd Hinterautal
Alpine tradition
In the vast wilderness of the Hinterautal valley, Johanna Clermont experienced a deeply-rooted alpine tradition. Guided by experts from the SWAROVSKI OPTIK team, she steps into a world where sustainability, knowledge, and respect for wildlife shape every moment.
The last golden days of autumn are slipping away. In the sun, it’s warm enough to pause and soak in the view; in the shade, winter whispers its approach. The chamois are restless, driven by instinct. So are we.
In the high Alpine terrain, every gram counts. With steep ascents, long glassing sessions, and unpredictable weather, Johanna and her hunting companions rely on lightweight, compact gear like the ATC 17-40x56 spotting scope and the EL Range TA binoculars. Designed for demanding hunts, these tools offer crystal-clear optics without weighing you down, because in the mountains, mobility is everything.
Perched on a rocky outcrop, Johanna scans the ridgeline through the Z8i 3.5-28x50 P SR. The chamois are moving. The challenge is real, but so is the reward: a deeper connection to nature and to oneself.
Hunting in the Hinterautal valley isn’t just about the game, it’s about the journey. The long climbs, the quiet companionship, the shared thermos of hot tea at sunrise. These are the moments that stay with you long after the snow has fallen.
SWAROVSKI OPTIK Jagd Hinterautal
Karwendel Nature Park
Nestled in the heart of the Karwendel Nature Park, SWAROVSKI OPTIK Jagd Hinterautal is more than a hunting ground—it’s a living testament to 75 years of love for nature. Here, hunting is practiced with care, reverence, and a deep commitment to preserving biodiversity for generations to come.
As the sun dips behind the peaks, casting the valley in a soft alpine glow, the hunt winds down. No harvest today—but the experience, the effort, the immersion in this wild and beautiful place? Unforgettable.
About the hunter
Johanna Clermont
Johanna Clermont is a French hunter, writer, and outdoor influencer who has become one of the most recognized female voices in the modern hunting world. Born in Perpignan in 1997 and raised in the foothills of the Pyrenees, Johanna discovered hunting as a teenager and quickly developed a deep passion for the outdoors.
Today, she is known for promoting ethical, sustainable hunting and for challenging stereotypes through her storytelling, photography, and advocacy. With a background in law and a strong presence on social media, Johanna uses her platform to share the values of responsible hunting, wildlife conservation, and a life lived close to nature.
Her work has taken her across Europe and beyond, but it is in wild, remote places like the Austrian Alps, where tradition, biodiversity, and solitude converge, that she feels most at home.
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