Well I've just returned the other day from 13 days in the south Island of New Zealand on a semi guided hunt after the mighty Red Stags. I'd planned this hunt for about a year and only myself and another mate of mine were the last men standing ready for the hunt. Others had work and other life commitments.

We hunted the Seaward Kiakoura's (Mountain range) north of Christchurch, and were only after free range wild deer and any other critters that may walk in close. Here is where it all started...

I'd made these up for the hunt. Breasted tapered Doug Fir of an average weight of 624grains.

 

And of course the other sharp things one needs on a hunt...

 

And here is the hunting area. These two lads own just about as far as the eye can see. FACT.

 

I'll post more asap.

In Oz, al

The first morning we walked a ridgeline to do some spotting and we walked past many a goat and rabbit. I had to slow myself down as we had a further 10 days hunting up our sleeve.



Walking to the trail end I was still pinching myself I was here.




And after a long day in the mountains this is what we sat down to at dinner time. Freshly caught lobster. It's a hard luck life!




I'm off to bed, post more soon.

al

Al,

I feel a great story is about to unfold . . . keep those great pics and storyline coming . . . love the arras . . . Ziggy

Oh, this one is going to be good alright!   NZ red stags have been kind of a long time dream hunt for me.  Someday, maybe someday.....  For now, I'm looking forward to tagging along with you!

YEAH BOY!!!!!!!!!!!!      

beautiful country, Alan. Can't wait for the story to unfold.

I already thought you decided to stay there!    
I bet it was a great trip!
Can't wait for more!

Good to hear from you this mornin Al. Great pics, congrats on the wonderful hunt.

Terry, gets a feller to thinkin about a certain vendor he needs to visit, doesn't it?

Where do I sign up for food...no no...A hunt like that.

Alan we're a waitin..Slow and EASY please. Good stuff        

Oh man that is some of the most awesome country in the world. Glad you got to spend time in it hunting and being a part of it.

Good stuff here!! Thanks for sharing.

Man I can not wait!!! Whats next????? Hurry. Please.

Keep 'em coming!!

waiting on the edge of my seat!  do give all the details....

yeah not bad for an aussie!!!      

:eek:    :eek:    :eek:

have you not heard of that saying before ? LOL!!!                glad to see you liked your visit alan.

Wolfman Jeff (Ho 'nehe) had sent me pics of his homeland New Zealand several months back while talking over his quiver...

That land is some of the prettiest on earth...got to see a virtual tour on TV one time and the diversity of the land is sureal...

like no other place on the planet...thanks for the treat of your hunt Al and could'nt imagine being there...looking forward to the rest    of the story  

Thats some beautiful stuff right there. That lobster looks great too. Did yall use Judo's to get those things???  

Alan, I was planning on asking how you were doing but your post illustrates your well being! Awesome pics! I am truly envious. Thanks for sharing, can't wait until your next post. Take care bro, T