Thread: The sounds culling happening this week

NOTICE TO HUNTERS
Please see the following information on an ungulate control operation occuring on Public Conservation Land within the Marlborough Sounds Hunting Area.


Queen Charlotte Ungulate Control Operation
From 20 May until the end of May 2025 an ungulate control operation is occurring on Public Conservation Land and a small amount of private land from The Grove to Picton, Queen Charlotte Sound (See map attached below).

The operation is primarily targeting goats and will be achieved using ground hunting teams with dogs. It aims to achieve a ‘reset’ of ungulate numbers, which have increased significantly in recent years with increased damage to the vegetation.

Please be aware if you are in this area during these dates:

· There could be noise from rifle shots.

· Signs will be in place at key points of entry advising on the operation.