Thread: Nelson Lakes fly in hunting blocks

As some of you will be aware, DoC is opening up some of the NLNP back blocks for hunting over spring and are allowing helicopter access where they are normally prohibited. Things have changed a bit this year with there being more blocks avallable and also the possibility of a flight in/out based out of Mt Ella station which would reduce the cost of the trip considerably.
In order for this to work there has to be the numbers going in and out so the machine can be based there for multipul loads on the same day.
If you are remotely interested in applying for one of these blocks I urge you to contact Rob at Muchison Helitours (I imagine he will be the most used operator for this ballot) or DoC Nelson Lakes so they can get an idea of the numbers and areas that are of most interest to hunters. Also, if you apply for a block and are keen on taking advantage of a backload in/out add this to your application information so you can be contacted.
@Kiwi Greg. Good oppotuntiy for NZDA to get a few parties together and get out hunting? There are plenty of deer out there.