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This time of the year in new zealand is the beginning of fall, and the stags that roam the hills are coming into the most exciting time of the year, the rut. Peter hoar, a longtime reader, trader and collector of new zealand s hunting books, has shared his 40 years of hard won knowledge on the subject in new zealand hunting and associated books a bibliography. New zealand red stag hunts all options kaweka hunting. The lush environment and high quality food sources along with quality management have produced outstanding trophies that give new zealand such a high reputation among global trophy hunting enthusiasts. May 07, 2016 during the early days red deer were protected, enabling the numbers to increase.
Backcountry new zealand hunting fishing guides new zealand. They spread rapidly because they had no predators, there was plenty of food, and at first they were protected from hunting. Frank saxton and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books. Fabulous skiing is available from this ski field and all requirements are catered for at the top. The first red deer to reach new zealand were a pair sent by lord petre in 1851 from his herd. Covers all aspects of red deer, including their behaviour and how to hunt them in the wild throughout new zealand. This new book tells the amazing story of red deer in new zealand since their. Bookings for casual hunting will be available after the roar, from may 2018. Red deer in new zealand combines practical deer stalking experience with research data about red deer.
Deer wars this documentary tells the epic story of helicopter deer culling in the southern alps. Hunts are conducted on both the south and north islands for tahr, chamois, sika deer, fallow deer, wild boar and the biggest stags in the world. Hunting in new zealand things to see and do in new zealand. The first red deer to reach new zealand were a pair sent by lord petre in 1851 from his herd at thorndon park, essex, to the south island, but the hind was shot before they had a chance to breed. Browse a selection of red deer hunting trips in new zealand. The red stags of new zealand grow the largest antlers of any animal in the world for their body size they weigh between 350 to 500lbs. A yearround guide to hunting deer in new zealand 1993.
Ordering more than one book will reduce your overall postage cost. In addition to red deer, new zealand has sika deer, fallow deer, feral sheep, turkeys and amazing fishing. There are no draws or extra cost associated with being able to hunt. For larger red deer stags over 350 sci or 18 points poa. Deer were first brought to new zealand in the late 19th century for sport. It has been reported in deer in new zealand, and in wild ruminants in italy. This is one of the top outfitters in new zealand, with more than 30 years of experience. We are passionate deer breeders for velvet genetics, based on our family farm in the beautiful peel forest district in canterbury, new. Obviously the deer species will have a shorter season. For more details go to the prices and trip schedules page. Check out our affordable new zealand hunting rates and packages. Donne, 9780908685202, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Late february to july ruts being midmarch to late april.
Best trophy selection month for the largest stags is march. Fabulous skiing is available from this ski field and all requirements. Introduced from europe between 1851 and the early 1900s red deer are ideally suited to our climate and habitat. Leithen valley does not pass any information onto any third parties. During the early days red deer were protected, enabling the numbers to increase. Aug 31, 2016 hunting adventures in new zealand safarijensen. 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. New zealand hunters in the meantime carry on happily hunting for trophies, for meat, for skins, and just to get into the great outdoors. In this new paperback edition best selling hunting authors roger lentle and frank saxton offer a unique blend of hunting experience and science, drawing on the knowledge of many seasoned. The original liberations were from english and scottish stock. Subtitled a complete hunting manual this book is a combined effort of two experienced deerstalkers to share their wisdom and in thebush knowledge on both hunting and the red deer species with the hunting fraternity. 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. Join us to hunt red stag, fallow deer, himalayan tahr and chamois. The red deer in new zealand produce very large antlers and are regarded as amongst the best in the world by hunters.
It has sold over 10,000 copies and is the essential handbook for hunting red deer in new zealand. Any one of roger lentle and frank saxtons informative guide books. Red deer cottage is located in an ideal position in the cardrona valley. Kiwi wilderness safaris guided hunting in new zealand. Other than needing a gun permit if you plan to bring a firearm along on the hunt, there isnt any type of hunting license that is required in new zealand. We also offer firstrate waterfowl and upland gamebird hunting. Red deer are native throughout europe and were liberated multiple times across new zealand during the late 1800s and early 1900s.
Red deer cottage offers 5star accommodation with a hot tub and terrace. There is probably no other species that has as much confusion and controversy surrounding it than the red stag. All with expert guidance from the south pacifics standout outfitter of world record heads. So, if youve always dreamed of a premium elk hunt combined with the opportunity to pursue the famous red stag. Hunting red stags in new zealand global hunting realtree camo. Red deer in new zealand hardcover january 1, 1991 by roger lentle author, frank saxton author see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. And for hunting new zealand alpine species, tahr and chamois. Red stag up to 350 hunt new zealand 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. Direct offers from outfitters with a best price guarantee.
No, they cannot receive a refund once they have paidordered, the hunt they can transfer the deposit to another. Deer and deer farming te ara encyclopedia of new zealand. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Backcountry fly fishing is also available at this time, making march the most popular season for red stag hunting and fishing packages at poronui. Subtitled a complete hunting manual this book is a combined effort of two experienced deerstalkers to share their wisdom and inthebush knowledge on both hunting and the red deer species with the hunting fraternity. The red deer has long been hunted for both sport and food. Written and compiled for the new zealand deerstalkers association, incorporated. The cardrona ski field turn off is a 5 minute drive from the cottage. Nov 15, 2010 deer hunter the experiences of a new zealand stalker thomson, joff a.
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