Thread: Wild deer roaming Whanganui! C'mon people, where's the hunters?

and that Speights Drinker is the problem all over the place same story they moan but when push comes to shove have a very protectionist attitude

Originally Posted by Barry the hunter

and that Speights Drinker is the problem all over the place same story they moan but when push comes to shove have a very protectionist attitude

Hard to find good journo’s I know but given changes to H&S someone needs to ask these cockies the question “why don’t you allow hunters to come in and cull them” instead of making it a government/regional Council problem.

Originally Posted by omark

Hard to find good journo’s I know but given changes to H&S someone needs to ask these cockies the question “why don’t you allow hunters to come in and cull them” instead of making it a government/regional Council problem.

Because 98% of weekend warriors are complete fuckheads who ruin it for the very few that are not complete fuckheads. I've heard it all myself before "im super responsible, ill leave all the gates how I found them, I grew up in the country so I know how to respect land, I won't show up to your door on my best behavior and then proceed to roar around with all my mates pissed to bits with firearms on your land, im willing to help out and knock over some weeds or help in the yards for a day, I just want to shoot a deer for the freezer with my kid..." bla bla bla its always the same stories to sell themselves and then its always the same bullshit that ends up happening so unfortunately a lot of farmers for the most part have a gates closed policy, its not just some playground for someone to tip over a few deer, its literally their home and their livelihood.

Originally Posted by Ryan_Songhurst

Because 98% of weekend warriors are complete fuckheads who ruin it for the very few that are not complete fuckheads. I've heard it all myself before "im super responsible, ill leave all the gates how I found them, I grew up in the country so I know how to respect land, I won't show up to your door on my best behavior and then proceed to roar around with all my mates pissed to bits with firearms on your land, im willing to help out and knock over some weeds or help in the yards for a day, I just want to shoot a deer for the freezer with my kid..." bla bla bla its always the same stories to sell themselves and then its always the same bullshit that ends up happening so unfortunately a lot of farmers for the most part have a gates closed policy, its not just some playground for someone to tip over a few deer, its literally their home and their livelihood.

You're right on the money Ryan.
And even guys with lots of experience can be a liability.
I'm used to riding bikes and horses etc on steep country. But have only had experience on ash Country.
When I go on to clay country I need to be very cautious of how slippery it is.
In situations like that I prefer to be a passenger with someone who knows the environment.

Originally Posted by Ryan_Songhurst

Because 98% of weekend warriors are complete fuckheads who ruin it for the very few that are not complete fuckheads. I've heard it all myself before "im super responsible, ill leave all the gates how I found them, I grew up in the country so I know how to respect land, I won't show up to your door on my best behavior and then proceed to roar around with all my mates pissed to bits with firearms on your land, im willing to help out and knock over some weeds or help in the yards for a day, I just want to shoot a deer for the freezer with my kid..." bla bla bla its always the same stories to sell themselves and then its always the same bullshit that ends up happening so unfortunately a lot of farmers for the most part have a gates closed policy, its not just some playground for someone to tip over a few deer, its literally their home and their livelihood.

agree with all of this and will add weekend warriors are generally hopeless bush stalkers,theyl want to just park up and watch a bush edge and gut shoot some longnecks.it doesn't put a dent in the numbers, even if every weekend has a hunter in there the deer catch on and stealth away from that area until it settles down.

Originally Posted by Ryan_Songhurst

Because 98% of weekend warriors are complete fuckheads who ruin it for the very few that are not complete fuckheads. I've heard it all myself before "im super responsible, ill leave all the gates how I found them, I grew up in the country so I know how to respect land, I won't show up to your door on my best behavior and then proceed to roar around with all my mates pissed to bits with firearms on your land, im willing to help out and knock over some weeds or help in the yards for a day, I just want to shoot a deer for the freezer with my kid..." bla bla bla its always the same stories to sell themselves and then its always the same bullshit that ends up happening so unfortunately a lot of farmers for the most part have a gates closed policy, its not just some playground for someone to tip over a few deer, its literally their home and their livelihood.

agree with all of this and will add weekend warriors are generally hopeless bush stalkers,theyl want to just park up and watch a bush edge and gut shoot some longnecks.it doesn't put a dent in the numbers, even if every weekend has a hunter in there the deer catch on and stealth away from that area until it settles down.

Originally Posted by Barry the hunter

and that Speights Drinker is the problem all over the place same story they moan but when push comes to shove have a very protectionist attitude

Hard to find good journo’s I know but given changes to H&S someone needs to ask these cockies the question “why don’t you allow hunters to come in and cull them” instead of making it a government/regional Council problem.

many are scared of Health and Safety they should not be I work across dozens of farms tractor driving no problem most days rarely see the cocky - but many dont understand the legislation - sl long as they explain real hazards - i.e dont use that bridge or that track - personal visit can sometimes work - a system of enhanced value works to - what can I do for you - look after the place while you are away feed dogs chooks guard the house all worth a try to break the ice