Thread: Blaze clothing

Last evening my nephew 32 told me he had heard that they are trying to bring in that hunters have to wear blaze like the law says you do in America. Anyone heard anything about this? Or has he been hearing things.

Seems a catch 22, can't get caught if they can't see you...

Ha good luck with that bullshit in places like Murupara Opotiki suggest its a nasty rumour

Originally Posted by Barry the hunter

Ha good luck with that bullshit in places like Murupara Opotiki suggest its a nasty rumour

That's my thoughts too, hence why I asked because I haven't heard anything.

when we got sambar permits for the pines down past Wanganui it was a stipulation on the permit - only place I have seen it - ignored it - never liked it - as many have said on here - orange is wrong colour if wet and dirty and towards dark - just looks brownish like a red deer

You have to wear an orange vest at Woodhill. I guess DOC could insist on it if they really wanted to, but it wouldn't make much sense unless trampers and DOC workers were asked to do the same. Mandating it for everyone including hunting on private land? Surely that would go in the too hard basket and that's regardless of whether it's a good idea.

Just for duck shooters no doubt

I strongly suggest this thread is buried before some bright spark actually thinks its a good idea

The FSA are promoting its use in the media. This from their Facebook page.

Stand out and stay safe this Roar! ��

Let's gear up with some tips to ensure you have a safe hunting experience.

1️⃣ Rock the blaze: Deer don’t care what colour you’re wearing. Remember, the aim is to be obvious to other hunters.
2️⃣ 360-degree visibility: Don't rely on a single small hi-vis item. Consider how you appear from every angle, as terrain and lighting conditions can obscure your visibility.
3️⃣ Terrain matters: In thick bush, cover a larger area of your body with hi-vis gear. In open country, you can go with less coverage. Adapt to your surroundings.
4️⃣ Low-light situations: Early mornings or late evenings require extra precaution. Wear colours that stand out from the background and differ from game animals in your area. Be seen when it matters most!
5️⃣ Transporting game: If you're carrying an animal through the bush, consider placing a hi-vis item over it.
6️⃣ Check your gear: Hi-vis items fade over time, so replace them when they lose their bright colours. Faded orange blaze gear can be mistaken for deer hide – let's avoid any confusion.

Plan safe, act safe, stay safe.

Originally Posted by NZShoota

The FSA are promoting its use in the media. This from their Facebook page.

Stand out and stay safe this Roar! ��

Let's gear up with some tips to ensure you have a safe hunting experience.

1️⃣ Rock the blaze: Deer don’t care what colour you’re wearing. Remember, the aim is to be obvious to other hunters.
2️⃣ 360-degree visibility: Don't rely on a single small hi-vis item. Consider how you appear from every angle, as terrain and lighting conditions can obscure your visibility.
3️⃣ Terrain matters: In thick bush, cover a larger area of your body with hi-vis gear. In open country, you can go with less coverage. Adapt to your surroundings.
4️⃣ Low-light situations: Early mornings or late evenings require extra precaution. Wear colours that stand out from the background and differ from game animals in your area. Be seen when it matters most!
5️⃣ Transporting game: If you're carrying an animal through the bush, consider placing a hi-vis item over it.
6️⃣ Check your gear: Hi-vis items fade over time, so replace them when they lose their bright colours. Faded orange blaze gear can be mistaken for deer hide – let's avoid any confusion.

Plan safe, act safe, stay safe.

That figures, thanks for that I hadn't seen it.

I see nobody seems to be making blaze blue any more

@bigbear I've noticed that also, Does my blue and black checkered swanni count as blaze???

Originally Posted by bigbear

I see nobody seems to be making blaze blue any more

Probably because all the research now indicates that deer see on the blue spectrum.

Originally Posted by Bavarian_Hunter

Probably because all the research now indicates that deer see on the blue spectrum.

that is true.

but I would rather be seen by deer, than be running around deer-colored...

Blue camo ridgeline: https://www.marine-deals.co.nz/catal...t/?q=blue+camo