Fishing
New firearms law looking promising
New firearms legislation could shape hunting and firearm ownership for the next decade. While the proposed Arms Bill includes several positive changes, hunting organisations say some provisions need adjustment to better support legitimate firearm use.
Protecting Rakiura’s unique hunting resource
A hunt for Rakiura/Stewart Island white-tailed deer is considered one of New Zealand’s most iconic backcountry experiences. But recent Predator Free Rakiura aerial toxin operations have sparked concern among hunters and locals after monitoring showed a major drop in deer activity in treated areas. The Game Animal Council says hunters support conservation efforts but want to see predator control methods that also protect hunting values and involve the hunting community.
New faces sought for Pureora Hunting Competition
The Pureora Hunting Competition is back for another year, continuing a tradition that has been running for more than three decades. Organised by DOC with support from the NZ Deerstalkers Association, the free competition brings hunters together during the Roar to hunt the forests of Pureora while contributing valuable data on deer populations. With junior categories, family-friendly prizegiving and a strong sense of camaraderie, organisers are encouraging new hunters to get involved this season.
Master the roar this year
As roar season gets underway, hunters are urged to follow the 5 Ps — plan, prepare, provide intentions, positively identify targets and pick the right animal. With more people in the backcountry, safety, communication and respect for others are key to a successful and responsible roar season.
Tracking collar programme looks to better understand young Sika
Better understanding and management of the Sika population.
New Hunting & Fishing store opens in Whitianga
Hunting & Fishing stores expanding in the Coromandel Peninsula region.
Commercial fishing to specialist dog food - living the dream with TameWolf
Quality raw pet food
Public land beast!
2022 roar is one to remember for Warren Benton, after seven years of DOC North Island bush stalking and finally got a cracker!
Look after your mates this roar
Plan your hunting correctly to make this roar a memorable one!
Fiordland wapiti the way forward for deer management
Fiordland wapiti are the best-managed public-land deer herd in New Zealand.
Ngati Providers
Ngati Providers Kai Mo Te Tēpu was created only a year ago. It is already saving lives.
Hunter’s Paradise – ‘Hunting Opotiki’
Family friendly hunting block that suits all levels of hunters!
Companion Pro Nano Solo Cookset – A fun way to go hunting
The Adventurer goes hunting and reviews the Companion Pro Nano Solo Cookset
Spring meat hunting helps deer management
Covid-19 alert levels permitting, Spring is a great time to head into the hills and harvest some free-range meat for the summer BBQ.
Always expect the unexpected!
This day started off like any other day when I go hunting, but we had one hell of an event ahead of us.
How to bone and roll a Pheasant
This month we will be learning how to bone and roll a pheasant using Dunninghams stuffing mix and springnet.
