At 19 years of age in 1970 along with his big brother wild bob, he was drawn to deer hunting. Hunters typically pursue stags by bush stalking still hunting, spot and stalk, or calling, depending on the terrain and. With a rich history of been a highly regarded hunting destination, it was quoted by famous hunting author t. Barry crumps 1960 classic a good keen man captured the spirit of the rugged deerculling life. Dec 12, 2012 the former queenstown resident who was born in wales in 1937, learned about hunting the hard way as a government culler and private shooter in new zealand. Guided hunting new zealand te awaiti hunting adventures. New zealand is famous for their superior red deer herds and we are proud to have access to the best animals and ranches available for magnificent trophies. Speaking of antlers, this hunting package is also extremely popular with antler lovers. After youre setup, your website can earn you money while you work, play or even sleep. At leithen valley hunts we mainly use spot and stalk techniques and sometimes we set up on game trails and wait for the trophy of red stag or fallow buck to come past, the. Is new zealand free range hunting a thing of the past. This is easily among the best deerhunting books you can buy.
To date in excess of 80 articles as well as his book quiet foot steps have. In part two of the moose hunt, charlie mitchell discovers the evidence in stripped fiordland branches that moose still live here. Deer hunting is hunting for deer for meat or sport, an activity which dates back tens of thousands of years. Hunts are conducted on our private family ranch situated in a fertile valley in the central south island of new zealand. The deer id been waiting for, for threeandahalf years. There is plenty of room for new zealand hunters and visitors from overseas. Elk hunting in new zealand big game hunting adventures. Hes been hunting for five decades and written books on the subject, and knows what hes seen. Red deer cervus elaphus scoticus the most magestic of all new zealand game animals, red deer were introduced to new zealand in the late 1800s and are now common throughout the whole country. The hunters most highly recommended new zealand hunting books, in no particular order, are. To date we have over 150 entries in the sci trophy record book. Auckland hunting areas north island new zealand deer. By simon guild we all know the answer to this question of course true free range animals still exist. May 24, 2018 in part two of the moose hunt, charlie mitchell discovers the evidence in stripped fiordland branches that moose still live here.
The hunters recommended new zealand hunting books the. The new zealand deer hunters,handbook and resource guide. Fortuna books hunting books for sale from new zealand. Bookings for casual hunting will be available after the roar, from may 2018. Two hours takes in the kaimai ranges red deer herd and coromandel wild pig areas. Red stag hunting in new zealand big game hunting adventures. The thrill of the hunt still draws trophy seekers to the new zealand bush. If you hear the deer call back, you know you are within viewing range. It was a mad scramble into my day pack to find my camera before they disappeared.
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Its easy to get started we will give you example code. You can earn a 5% commission by selling red deer in new zealand. New zealands only native mammal is a bat, so european settlers introduced several hunting species specifically for sport. A 20 creedmoor will be fine for out to 500 yards in my book. However, assuming its legal to use on deer where you live, i still tend to agree with mel tappans assessment of the. General information gary herberts new zealand hunting. Red deer are the most widespread and commonlyhunted game animal in new zealand and they are found in a huge variety of terrain and habitat types, from dense forests and farmland to the alpine mountain ranges above. Many hunters think they are still hunting when they are slowly walking in and out of their tree stand locations, but it is much more than that. Today, population control is achieved with safe and controlled hunting. Steep, inhospitable bush clad ranges centred on mt anglem metres dominate the northern coastline, and rounded granite domes like gog and magog and the raggedy mountains, stand out on the surreal central skyline. This is the basis for a typical 300 douglas scoreds stag, which is the ultimate goal of the new zealand red deer hunter. All hunt packages at alpine hunting have good margins of time built in so that our hunters can have to opportunity to appreciate this handsome species in his natural habitat, and we offer all our hunters the opportunity to add a sika trophy to your red stag package. At age 10 he was let loose on the local rabbit population with a single shot. Red stag hunting involves the hunting of trophy stags, which are best hunted from late february through to july when the stag is in hard antler, with the rut, or as we say in new.
If you want to put your best foot forward when selecting your next hunting book then getting your hands on any, or all, of these titles is a good start. There are signs moose still live in nz s wilderness. Make what you will of headhunting, this was the motivation for bringing deer to new zealand. Still hunting is a type of deer hunting that becomes an art for those that take it seriously. Bibliography of new zealand hunting books the hunter. Hunting whitetail deer in nz with new zealand hunting safaris. At the age of eight he learnt the art of rabbit trapping. The early days of red deer hunting in new zealand were very good. The most magestic of all new zealand game animals, red deer were introduced to new zealand in the late 1800s and are now common throughout the whole country. Fiction by one of new zealands best known hunting authors. Hunting of all australian species of deer as well as trips to new zealand and canada in pursuit of exotic animals.
An impressive range of hunting opportunities is available within easy driving distance of our most populous city. I hunt the northeast where stillhunting is a common form of hunting and found the information in this book to be fruitless. The author does well to show how he hunts, but does little to shed new light on this ageold hunting tactic. The first arrival was a red deer stag from the royal park in richmond, which was released in nelson in april 1854. Our clients typically have their trophy shipment at their taxidermist within 23 months of their hunt. Add that to its tough sole made of rubber and shaft measuring 8. He is still hunting deer with a passion that cannot be quenched and has lost count of how much time he spends hunting. The hunters most highly recommended new zealand hunting books, in no particular order, are listed here. Book a new zealand hunting trip with telford hunting for the experience of a lifetime. Collected here are stories from one mans lifetime of hunting adventures in the new zealand bush. If you are familiar with still hunting at all, i would refrain from this purchase and save your money. He was slightly unlucky too as there were 4 hinds attended by a lowly spiker just up the way which we had sneaked past and would have been. Giving you the tools and up to date data to better plan your hunts. A bow hunting nz expedition with gerald telford will give you the memories of a lifetime.
Over 25% of new zealand is public conservation land where there is nofee hunting. The red deer part 1 sold out the red deer part 1, is the fifth in a series of books that will eventually form the official n. Once you think you are close to the deer, stop and make a deer call for a minute or two. Warowild animal recovery operations or commercial helicopter hunting still operate on public land. I spent a fair bit of time with aath aerial assisted trophy hunting as both a pilot and guide. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. Large areas of wild land with large numbers of game animals also led to the development of commercial meat hunting on foot, by horse, boat, plane and, since the 1960s, hunting and live capture for farming by. Unfortunately by doing this the other new zealand hunting companies loose control over the way your trophies are handled and prepared for shipping. May 07, 2016 at present we have good populations of wild red deer throughout public and private land of new zealand, and a strong deer farming industry focusing on both velvet and venison production. Great new zealand deer heads volume i by bruce banwell. Tales are still told of young men making the monthly average wage. Using the cartridge for deer hunting is a somewhat controversial subject. Hunting in new zealand things to see and do in new zealand. This part of new zealand is where you will see the very best of our native forests.
However, similar to the other deer species present in new zealand like elk and fallow deer, the new zealand red stag rut also known as the roar occurs during march, april, and early may. The whitetail deer is one new zealands rarest deer species. Aerial deer control was ceased for a period of time to allow hunters the opportunity to show that recreational hunting can maintain deer populations at the level needed for canopy recovery. From the warm sunlit shores of the woodhill state forest just outside of the auckland metropolis down to the frozen climes of deepest stewart island, whether it was chasing the elusive and wily sika or stalking the majestic red deer, clive sutton spent his life hunting them all. Aug 22, 2019 once you think you are close to the deer, stop and make a deer call for a minute or two. We all know the answer to this question of course true free range animals still exist. Typical sika antler have 8 points and this species has a long rutting season which extends from midapril until june. Our hunting animals are characterised by natural native forests, rivers and this makes your experience very unique. The new zealand elk hunting packages listed below are valid for hunts booked in 2020 and 2021.
Both free range and estate land hunting is available with trophies ranging from management stags to world record class. It takes some forethought to be done right and to be successful at it. The book was first published in 1975 and is a must have in any hunters library. Hunting is a popular recreational pursuit and a tourist activity in new zealand with numerous books and magazines published on the topic. At present we have good populations of wild red deer throughout public and private land of new zealand, and a strong deer farming industry focusing on both velvet and venison production. Hunters typically pursue stags by bush stalking still hunting, spot and stalk. But the reason i ask such a question is to revisit the idea of exactly what free range really means. Venison, the name for deer meat, is a nutritious and natural food source of animal protein that can be obtained through deer hunting. Our company is one of few that have stood the test of time and continues to consistently produce record book trophies to discerning hunters.
It comes as no surprise why irish setter 808 wingshooter waterproof hunting boots are much raved about and loved by many hunters. The first book in the trilogy about white patch the deer. Stewart island is blessed with a natural habitat that is still largely intact, even with the introduction of species like red and whitetail deer. The motu mob deer hunting yarns of new zealand kindle. Bow hunting for a trophy of a lifetime, red stag or fallow buck at leithen valley hunts is extremely challenging and rewarding with record book trophies being taken yearly. I took an interest in and gained a fair bit of knowledge about new zealand game animals during this time. Within one hour you can reach a wellmanaged recreational fallow deer hunting area at woodhill forest.
What you are looking for in a top trophy is a royal 12point 6. Browse and buy a vast selection of hunting new zealand books and collectibles on. Please browse through our online shop there will be something in. Listen to the story as an audio book in the video above, and. For that reason, those months are the ideal for hunting red stag, particularly if you want to hunt during the roar and have lots of opportunities for calling. There are many different types of deer around the world that are hunted for their meat. Huntings spots is an outdoor mapping tool built specifically for hunters. Feb 06, 2017 bowhunting new zealand record book ram and goat. Recently, i received an enquiry from a hunter who wanted to hunt a red stag. This is a living list so please feel free to contact us if you are aware of any books not included in this bibliography. Three more red deer from thorndon hall arrived in 1861, and these were supplemented with animals from warnham and windsor parks. With the taste of venison still fresh in my memory, in short succession i acquired a firearms licence, a rifle and a stack of howto books. Red deer were introduced to new zealand as sport for the landed gentry. Forget the barrel length and the name of the round for a minute.
A hunting guide to introduced wild animals of new zealand cheap. For larger red deer stags over 350 sci or 18 points poa. Bibliography of new zealand hunting books below is a bibliography, in alphabetical order, by author, of all new zealand hunting related books known to the hunter. The amount that this happens varies greatly year to year. Choose from our range of packages offering hunting. Please take a look at our prices below and contact us for more details. There are signs moose still live in nzs wilderness. New zealand hunters in the meantime carry on happily hunting for trophies, for meat, for skins, and just to get into the great outdoors. Larry benoit himself was one of the most highly regarded hunters, and all of the knowledge that he had on hunting deer from his own experiences were written down into the pages of this book. All the while still spending plenty of time in the hills of new zealand hunting and fishing. Offering the opportunity to hunt a red stag, an elk, and a fallow deer, this is the perfect new zealand hunting package for hunters who want to harvest the three most popular species of deer in the country. Hunting deer is a regulated activity in many territories. He is still hunting deer with a passion that cannot be quenched and has lost count of how much time he spends. Hunting whitetail deer in nz with new zealand hunting.
Fortunately, when not hunting new zealand hunters like to read and many have written great books about their passion. Discover one of new zealands bestkept secret, hunt with shane quinns alpine hunting new zealand. Donne in his book red deer stalking in new zealand, the best stalking in the north island is obtainable on that great expanse of country known as te awaiti on the eastern coast. The former queenstown resident who was born in wales in 1937, learned about hunting the hard way as a government culler and private shooter in new zealand. Make what you will of head hunting, this was the motivation for bringing deer to new zealand.
Shop hunting new zealand books and collectibles abebooks. Fawn, the first year in the life of a red deer in new zealand. It features a fine, quality, ultradry waterproof leather exterior for durability. Hunt classic new zealand s trophies in the lush bush clad mountains of the north island with bow, rifle or muzzle loader. Isbn 0340342889 holden philip in search of the wild pig. In the absence of natural predators, these animals flourished. E alaska, plains game in south africa and namibia, rusa deer in australia and had success in most of our new zealand species. Pdf deer hunting is a very popular leisure activity for new zealanders. Unlike most other developed countries with a hunting tradition, there are no baglimits or seasons for hunting large game in new zealand. New zealands whitetail are relatively small compared to the whitetail found in north america. They live in 2 very isolated places on south island. The first arrival was a reddeer stag from the royal park in richmond, which was released in nelson in april 1854. Aerial deer control was carried out over approximately 20,000 ha of the park from 1998 to 2015.
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