Thread: Whats your predictions for the starting of the roar?

Originally Posted by P38

Northern Ruahine. Reds April 10.

Southern Kaweka. Sika April 25

But what would I know....... havent shot a stag in the roar for almost 30 years

This prediction was made on the basis that the season in Hawkes Bay appears to be about 12 days behind last year.

i.e. spring was late this year especially in the areas of the Ruahine and Kaweka where I have been hunting.

We have had late snows, frosts and cold weather into December and the costal limestone country is still looking flush with green grass, usually this is drying off and turning brown by now.

A mate who runs large kiwifruit orchards was 12days behind last last season putting out his bee hives. Apples and Grapes also appear to be behind as a result.

But only time will tell aye.