Thread: Newbie Yank

I gotcha. I figured rifles were the primary weapon but thought there would be at least one shop close by. I have a few arrows I can sling in the dirt. I brought a couple practice broadheads. I just don't usually hunt with an arrow I've drove into the dirt unless I can test on paper after. May knock on a few farmers doors anyways and maybe they'll have some hay bales I can shoot against.

Originally Posted by SouthBuckeye

... but thought there would be at least one shop close by.

Just remember that the entire South Island has a population less than our one big city of Auckland. It is one of the more endearing features of the South Island. But it can be frustrating with the lack of bricks and mortar shops, especially with respect to specialist hobbies/sports.

I am sure someone will be able to point you at a farmer who is happy for you to poke holes in targets somewhere close

Originally Posted by XR500

Just remember that the entire South Island has a population less than our one big city of Auckland. It is one of the more endearing features of the South Island. But it can be frustrating with the lack of bricks and mortar shops, especially with respect to specialist hobbies/sports.

I am sure someone will be able to point you at a farmer who is happy for you to poke holes in targets somewhere close

That's exactly what I'm looking forward to. I'm from a small farm town and it's still holding on, trying to stay small. I'm a country type of guy and love the peacefulness of it. Where I live now is growing so fast, it's just a concrete jungle but I'm still able to drive 20-30 minutes and be into the mountains at least. Still, all the traffic keeps my anxiety on high haha Doesn't help I work on power poles right on all the busy roads!

I'll definitely have to knock on some doors. I'm arriving late now, flights been delayed and then canceled. Stuck in Los Angeles, California at the moment! ��

Originally Posted by SouthBuckeye

I gotcha. I figured rifles were the primary weapon but thought there would be at least one shop close by. I have a few arrows I can sling in the dirt. I brought a couple practice broadheads. I just don't usually hunt with an arrow I've drove into the dirt unless I can test on paper after. May knock on a few farmers doors anyways and maybe they'll have some hay bales I can shoot against.

if you fly into christchurch we have archery shops and a few clubs to practice at

Originally Posted by gonetropo

if you fly into christchurch we have archery shops and a few clubs to practice at

If they ever get my canceled and delayed flights rebooked I believe it has me going straight from Sydney to Queenstown on my flight in. On my flight out I go from Queenstown to Auckland and then back to the states. Is there any must see places within a few hours of queenstown?? I'm hopefully renting a 4x4 truck once I get in. Looks like it'll be Tuesday now and I don't know what kind of roads you guys have during the winter.

I did take a taxi back to the airport this morning and made United Airlines put eyes on my luggage to make sure they hadn't lost any bags with everything canceling and delaying. Thankfully my bow is still there and secure still��