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Thread: New to the site but not to hunting

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    New to the site but not to hunting

    Hi All,

    Where to start...… Back in 1972 with the Army started hunting around Waiouru and Ohakune and the national park and forestry, then Arthurs pass, Fiordland (southern part) the a huge hiatus. Wife and family and all that. Then a move to Oz where I am now. I see all shades of brown and plenty of black. Beginning of Dec got hit by fire hence the black. Got back in in a big way. I own some lovely (to me anyway) Marlin Lever Actions. Now also bow hunting. Although we have some good game here in oz the hunting in Qld is very restrictive.

    Coming back to NZ for 3 months in a couple of weeks to look after me mum. I have a pass for a few days so Ruahines here I come. Then to Mosgiel for 3 weeks and a couple of areas there I am interested in, up to Blenheim for three weeks and finally back to Palmy. Final go at the Ruahines.

    This time only bringing the bow but next time could be the rifles. Have not had a decent bush hunt for many a year so looking forward to the trip. Had three weeks 38+ degrees heading to 40 + so will enjoy some cooler weather and some rain. Nothing like a big Stag roaring to make the hairs on the back of your neck stand up.

    Good site to get the heads up on what is happening back home.

    Cheers

    Hunter

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    Welcome Hunter. I was at Waiouru in 1971. What corps were you?
    It takes 43 muscle's to frown and 17 to smile, but only 3 for proper trigger pull.
    What more do we need? If we are above ground and breathing the rest is up to us!
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    Armoured. QA Squadron then 1st Scots.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Hunter3030 View Post
    Armoured. QA Squadron then 1st Scots.
    Friggen Turret Head

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    Do what ya want! Ya will anyway.

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    Quote Originally Posted by R93 View Post
    Friggen Turret Head

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    You are letting your prejudice show. Someone had to be the Sardines that went in the tins. I have a recollection of one of them throwing a track off an APC in a rather deep part of the Waimakaririri. That water was bloody cold and they almost drowned us when they cracked the back open.
    It takes 43 muscle's to frown and 17 to smile, but only 3 for proper trigger pull.
    What more do we need? If we are above ground and breathing the rest is up to us!
    Rule 1: Treat every firearm as loaded
    Rule 2: Always point firearms in a safe direction
    Rule 3: Load a firearm only when ready to fire
    Rule 4: Identify your target beyond all doubt
    Rule 5: Check your firing zone
    Rule 6: Store firearms and ammunition safely
    Rule 7: Avoid alcohol and drugs when handling firearms

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    We have fresh snow on the hills behind my house so it will be a bit of a temperature change.
    Experience. What you get just after you needed it.

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    I had the dubious honor being the first to roll the M113 at Arthurs Pass. Around 300m down hill, end over end and side roll to boot. My driver and I survived. Rock in the drive sprocket. Talk about throwing a track.
    Beside someone had to play taxis to get you where you needed to be.

    Was great. I was allowed my 94 lever with me and went out for a shot after we parked up. First time out, deer in the sights, round up the spout and click. Talk about disappointed. Brand new Winchester and a broken firing pin.

    The weather is a bit of a concern. Will bring my ridgeline gear. Most of my other stuff is cotton for summer her in OZ. I'm taking the pack (Carry on) with optics, range finder, spot etc with hunting clothes as packing. Knives, Jetboil in suit case. Bow case with all I can fit in it. Just leave suit case and wife's carry on bag for personal gear for 3 months. Will wear boots as the take up a lot of room and are heavy being leather calf type hunting boots. (can't get away from them after 44 years.)

    Anyway Thanks for the welcome.

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    It’s funny how that works. I still wear calf length boots as well.
    It takes 43 muscle's to frown and 17 to smile, but only 3 for proper trigger pull.
    What more do we need? If we are above ground and breathing the rest is up to us!
    Rule 1: Treat every firearm as loaded
    Rule 2: Always point firearms in a safe direction
    Rule 3: Load a firearm only when ready to fire
    Rule 4: Identify your target beyond all doubt
    Rule 5: Check your firing zone
    Rule 6: Store firearms and ammunition safely
    Rule 7: Avoid alcohol and drugs when handling firearms

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    Quote Originally Posted by Rushy View Post
    It’s funny how that works. I still wear calf length boots as well.
    Along with a helmet to bed eh fella?

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    Quote Originally Posted by R93 View Post
    Along with a helmet to bed eh fella?

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    Ha ha ha ha ya cheeky bugger.
    It takes 43 muscle's to frown and 17 to smile, but only 3 for proper trigger pull.
    What more do we need? If we are above ground and breathing the rest is up to us!
    Rule 1: Treat every firearm as loaded
    Rule 2: Always point firearms in a safe direction
    Rule 3: Load a firearm only when ready to fire
    Rule 4: Identify your target beyond all doubt
    Rule 5: Check your firing zone
    Rule 6: Store firearms and ammunition safely
    Rule 7: Avoid alcohol and drugs when handling firearms

 

 

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