Campfire on a hunt - more than just a fire

After a long day in the hills, nothing pulls a hunting camp together like a proper campfire.  It’s warmth when the temperature drops. It’s light when the bush goes dark early. It’s where boots ...

Waterproof hunting gear in NZ - what waterproof really means

When you’re deep in the hills and the rain sets in, “waterproof” isn’t a marketing word. It’s the difference between staying focused and heading back early. In New Zealand hunting country, rain isn...

How to Stop Blisters on the Hunt (And Avoid Limping Back to the Ute)

Blisters those tiny, evil bubbles that can turn a good hunt into a painful shuffle back to the ute. They usually start with a bit of rubbing, and before you know it, every downhill step hurts. The ...

How to care for your hunting gear

Good gear is an investment - and like any investment, proper care and storage will pay off by extending its life and performance. We’re pretty lucky here in New Zealand - the hunting never really s...

Going solo in the bush: staying safe on a kiwi hunt

There’s something hard to beat about heading into the bush on your own. As an NZ hunter, we’re lucky - no matter where you live, there’s usually an opportunity for deer hunting not far from home. T...

Why dehydrated meals belong in every hunter’s pack

Anyone who’s spent time hunting in the New Zealand backcountry knows this truth: everything feels heavier after a few hours of climbing. Rifles, binos, spotting scope, pack, wet boots - it all adds...

Summer hunting tips for NZ hunters

If you’re wondering when is summer in NZ, late January says it all. We’re right in the middle of NZ summer time, school holidays are still rolling, and the season in New Zealand is doing what it do...

Hunting and Tramping With Kids: Tips & Tricks to Make It Work

It’s About the Experience, Not the Distance Getting out hunting or tramping with kids isn’t about ticking boxes or smashing distance records. It’s about planting a seed. Every trip is a chance to ...

Hunting with Man’s Best Friend

Hunting with a dog can be one of the most rewarding ways to spend a day in the hills, but it takes more than good intentions. From DOC rules and dog-friendly areas to training, gear, and safety, he...

How to survive sandflies in New Zealand

Sandflies are a fact of life when hunting in New Zealand, especially around rivers, damp bush, and at dawn or dusk. They’re attracted to body heat, dark clothing, and scent - which makes hunters an...