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    Heading to Nelson from Christchurch

    Hi all,

    I'm heading up to Nelson on the 22nd and going to do it over a couple of days so I can hunt the Lewis area. I'm a relatively new hunter really eager to get more experience and hopefully my first deer - in time for the Christmas day BBQ. I'm not sure what area I'm heading for yet but I'm just putting some feelers out there to see if anyone is keen to join in for any or all of it.
    I'm super keen and fit, with all my own gear, just say the time and place and I'll be there!
    I've been out about 7 or 8 times in the last 6 months and am yet to see anything so any getting a little pissed. I joined up to the NZDA a few months ago but have been unable to make most of the meetings so I'm a bit out of touch with whats happening but am trying to get on their beginner courses/trips.
    Any direction is much appreciated.
    Cheers

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    Have to work and do Xmas stuff sorry.

    Some advice though. I'm not much of a hunter yet, but fuck up the odd armed tramp by shooting something.
    1) be there at first light or dusk.
    2) Keep the wind in your face or you will see nothing.
    3) they need feed. Slips, broadleaf, grass at this time of year
    4) Keep at it. You won't shoot anything in front of the telly. Keep going to the same area if it shows promise and learn it. If you find fresh sign but no animals figure out the best way to get to that spot at the right time with the wind in your face and hunt through it really slowly.
    5) Enjoy the process. If you keep at it you will get one. It would not be rewarding if it was too easy. The second deer will be easier.

    Happy holidays
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    #5 ahuh!!!

    I wouldn't feel too bad rocking up to Christmas dinner without a deer. In time, it will happen.

    It took me two years and some private access helpers to smack one over. Enjoy the process and happy holidays.


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