Red Deer Roar Hunt

[Kiwi]

Just got back from a week bow hunting in Southern Westland, South Island, NZ.

The area is known for decent stags but low numbers. I saw a few stags and got close to one in dense bush (most of the time you can only see 20 - 40 yards) but missed my chance with the bow.

Had an awesome adventure with great friends. Here are some photos.

Transport to the block


View from chopper


Stag wallow in the bush


Stag wallow in the tussock


Valley near camp

 

[Nameless Range]

That is some stunning country. Looks like some tough hunting. Thanks for sharing.

 

[rmyoung1]

I'm trying to convince myself that I don't need to go to New Zealand to hunt. Posts like this one complicate that effort. Beautiful country

 

[MT_elk]

Awesome pics! Would love to hunt NZ sometime.

 

[jrabq]

Wow that is some rugged country!

 

[big28hunter]

I can't wait to hunt there. Thanks for sharing and good luck next time. Good huntin'

 

[Kiwi]

Thanks for the comments guys. If anyone wants to do a DIY hunt in these ballot blocks, message me and I'm happy to help with advice.

 

[devon deer]

Thanks for the comments guys. If anyone wants to do a DIY hunt in these ballot blocks, message me and I'm happy to help with advice.

One day my friend, one day!
If you get over to the UK look me up.

Cheers

Richard

 

[Kiwi]

Thanks Richard, I might just do that in 5+ years time.

 

[Southwind]

Nice!