Heres what you need to know for the new duck shooting season in nz. Official opening of duck shooting season this weekend. The covid19 lockdown means the roar is off, but there are no plans to cancel duck hunting season. Hunting in new zealand things to see and do in new zealand. Duck hunting australia is a company based on the sport of duck shooting which is fully equipped to help. It is a shelduck, a group of large gooselike birds which are part of the bird family anatidae. We work to save our wetlands through protection, funding, technical aid and education so that the flora and fauna of our most endangered ecosystem are a legacy we can pass down to future generations. In the absence of natural predators, these animals flourished. Welcome to awatere safaris new zealands hunting nz page. Duck hunting guides provide private hunts for new zealand waterfowl, including the beautiful paradise duck, endemic to new zealand, plus new zealand grey, mallard and spoonbill ducks.
Today, population control is achieved with safe and controlled hunting. The black swan can be another option if you are a trophy bird collector. Shooting from a boat is prohibited on the clutha river from 5 to may 2018 refer to first schedule clause 7. Situated on the lush north island coast line, we are a small family business that has been outfitting hunts full time for 27 years. About ducks unlimited ducks unlimited is new zealands leading wetlands and waterfowl conservation group. The mallard is a legal gamebird that is hunted during the annual mayjune waterfowl season.
A person may hunt or kill game of the family anatidae waterfowl during the open. Game bird hunters dont forget to stake your claim on your favourite maimai or duck shooting stand before the start of the new hunting season starting saturday, 2 may, 2020. Game birds due to the abundance of feed and aboveaverage rainfall on the west coast we have a waterfowlers paradise with massive flocks of paradise shelduck, pukeko nz swamp hen, and black swan. It is a sport that sees kiwis of all ages get out into nature, learn about and appreciate. Duck shooting season is coming soon and we know some duck shooters may be unclear about how the new laws affect them. This video covers some of the important things you need to note. Duck hunting australia melbourne, victoria, australia. Duck hunting guides provide guided duck hunts for new zealand waterfowl, including the beautiful paradise duck, endemic to new zealand, plus new zealand grey, mallard and spoonbill ducks. The process of claiming a hunting stand goes under many names depending on region marking up, pegging or tagging. Were here to help you plan your next hunting adventure. New zealand is a very popular destination for the hunting enthusiast and hosts some of the finest trophy hunting in the world. We own and lease several properties managed for trophy hunting totaling over 25,000 acres of pristine free ranging and game fenced country. Maybe you can afford to hunt new zealand mossy oak.
All hunting is over decoys on private lakes, ponds and grain fields. Permits and licences are needed to hunt new zealand gamebirds. This website helps visitors connect with providers of great new zealand tourism experiences. Introducing new zealand ducks science learning hub. When i contacted ramsey russell at about a trip to new zealand hunting ducks he asked what specifically did i want to hunt. The genus name tadorna comes from celtic roots and means pied waterfowl. Laws were passed to set a season when ducks could be hunted today, this is from may to july for most species.
As youre probably aware, new zealands seasons are opposite to those in the northern hemisphere. New zealand duck hunting is a highquality experience for a diversity of new and familiar duck species. To hunt game birds on public conservation land, you need both. Duck hunting in new zealand nzhistory, new zealand. The best deer, elk, bear and other big game outfitters in texas, colorado and beyond are right here on guidefitter.
A person4 may hunt or kill game of the family anatidae waterfowl during the. Visiting new zealand is like stepping back in time. Kiwi vs aussie banter was all i needed to feel right at home. During our waterfowl season may july our hunters enjoy bag limit quantities of quality ducks, swans and pukeko. Under sections 15 and 16 of the wildlife act 1953, the minister of conservation declares an open season for game in the fish and game regions from 4 may 2019 to 1 may 2020 inclusive, subject to the conditions specified in the first and second schedules of this notice. Prices include all new zealand taxes and including gst of 15%. New zealands only native mammal is a bat, so european settlers introduced several hunting species specifically for sport. You may bring your own shotgun very easily, but firearms are included in these new zealand duck hunting packages for those so inclined. Riverview lodge specializes in intimate hunting parties. They are endemic and live in lakes and rivers throughout mainland new zealand. The government has thrown a huge spanner in the works for the 2020 duck shooting season, showing that no kiwi sport or other legitimate. No hunting license is required in new zealand so theres a good savings right there. Government cancels duck hunting season act new zealand. Beautiful scenery, leisurely duck hunts, plenty of nonhunting activities this hunt is perfect for hunters, collectors, and traveling couples.
Find key dates and checklists along with some helpful info links for you. The summer paradise duck season is open for one day on 2 march 2019 for junior licence holders only, and is restricted to locations 200 metres or more from open water. The red stag hunting season, called the roar, lasted from now until about mid to late april. New zealand red stag hunting trips south pacific safaris. I have created this website as a way for me the share my passion for duck hunting new zealand.
They are mallard, paradise, grey and shoveler duck, black swan and greater canadian goose. New zealand duck hunting season runs may through july and coincides with prime hunting for many big game species. A bronze stag has a rack that is 330 inches sci or less, which is a slammer by any account. New zealand police duck hunting season and firearm. The content on this page was created by chris jolly outdoors hunting wilderness experience. Under sections 15 and 16 of the wildlife act 1953, the minister of conservation declares an open season for game in the fish and game regions from 6 may 2017 to 4 may 2018 inclusive, subject to the conditions specified in the first and second schedules of this notice. Waterfowl hunting there are 6 species of huntable waterfowl in new zealand. As youre probably aware, new zealand s seasons are opposite to those in the northern hemisphere. Welcome to wilderness quest new zealand you will find the finest of new zealand trophy hunting located on the wild and beautiful west coast of the south island of new zealand. The game animal council and the new zealand deerstalkers association are urging all hunters to. Few other outdoor recreational activities in new zealand have such a dramatic increase in participation as occurs during the opening morning of duck hunting season. It is a sport that sees kiwis of all ages get out into nature, learn about and appreciate the behaviour and character of the different bird species, work to build up and protect the wetlands and.
Duck hunting new zealand, fishing and more parriehunter. It is not intended to give any assurance that any particular provider meets. They are most common on large, deep, freshwater lakes but are seen in increasing numbers on more shallow lowland lakes, slowflowing rivers and saltwater. European settlers introduced more than 20 species of game birds to new zealand, but not all survived. Hunting is a popular recreational pursuit and a tourist activity in new zealand with numerous books and magazines published on the topic. This massive increase in participation unfortunately produces a corresponding increase in the rate of incidents. Known to the maori as putangitangi, but now commonly referred to as the paradise duck, it is a prized game bird. The opening of gamebird season the first weekend of may has been part of new zealands history since the early nineteenth century and still holds an attraction for thousands of enthusiasts over 30,000 gamebird hunting licences are sold in new zealand annually. People have a right to protest we accept that and we have a right to do what were doing. Add to that the himalayan tahr, chamois and various small game and your new zealand hunting trip with gerald and sue telford will be a highlight of your hunting career.
The combination of new zealands liberal bag limits and our experienced guides will ensure you of a quality waterfowl hunt. Waterfowl, including paradise shelduck, mallard, grey and shoveler duck and black. Red stag hunting in new zealand with south pacific safaris is a great trophy hunting adventure and with constant top 10 world class red stags being harvested each year proves we are the new zealand hunting outfitters to hunt with. New zealand hunting trophy hunting with expert guides. New zealand game bird habitat stamp regulations 1993. Whether you are with a group of friends, your family or by yourself, we take extra care every step of the way to ensure your adventure with us is exhilarating, successful. My response was that id not yet hunted paradise shelduck and. Contemporary duck hunters also use nontoxic shot it used to be lead, as hunter gary girvan explains in his book duck hunting in new zealand david bateman, 2007. The game animal council and the new zealand deerstalkers association are urging all hunters to stay at home while new zealand is at level 4. Thousands of hunters turned out across the country at the start of the new game bird hunting season. Cost for red stag hunting new zealand, trophy deer hunting. Wildlife act 1953 wildlife regulations 1955 new zealand game bird habitat stamp regulations 1993. New zealand scauppapango aythya novaeseelandiae are the only true diving duck in new zealand. Building on the success of there and back 2016 this publication represents the first in a series of comprehensive deep dives and explores hunting and firearms safety through the presentation of key insights.
As soon as practicable after the notice for each season is approved by the minister of conservation, the nz council is required to publish the notice in the new zealand gazette. Duck hunting season 2016 journeys to the south island of new zealand for open weekend in this hunting show. Average duck shooting season predicted in southland. Duck hunting australia, melbourne, victoria, australia. Red stag hunting in new zealand with mountain hunters. Unlike most other developed countries with a hunting tradition, there are no baglimits or seasons for hunting large game in new zealand. Developed by the new zealand mountain safety council msc a hunters tale represents the most comprehensive exploration of hunting participation and incidents in new zealand. The regulations are amended each year to suit changing sporting and environmental. Ducks are flying in and shotguns ready, locked and loaded to start the duckshooting opening day in the first weekend of may, the opening day. The game animal council and the new zealand deerstalkers association are.
As unlike most countries, new zealand has no government imposed hunting seasons for big game hunting. Maori hunted native paradise shelducks and grey ducks for meat and feathers, especially in late summer when the birds were fat from feeding. Wild fowl hunting is a cherished social tradition in new zealand with important environmental functions. Hunting season for turkey, arapawa rams and pacific goats all year. The paradise shelduck tadorna variegata is a large gooselike duck endemic to new zealand. Our big game hunting starts in february and finishes in august. Hunting a trophy new zealand red stag is a dream for many visitors and one of our specialty services. There will posts on things outdoors, including four wheel driving, fresh and salt water fishing and of course duck hunting my online alias parriehunter came about from my very first opening weekend where my father and i had a very good hunt on paradise ducks. People on the most part in new zealand look on duckhunting those that dont do it with a bit of mild bemusement but those who do do it, really enjoy it. All hunters must carry both a game bird hunting licence and a firearm licence.
Most duck hunters only shoot on opening day, but the dedicated hunt throughout the autumn season. Quacker of a start for duckshooting season rnz news. Duck hunting is managed and regulated by fish and game councils, which monitor species numbers, and set bag limits and the length of the hunting season. The big game hunting season in new zealand starts in february and finishes in august. Duck shooting season dates and bag limits for mallards and paradise shelduck in each region throughout the south island and north island of new zealand. Awatere safaris new zealand offers you the most customised and personal hunting, fishing, diving and touring experiences in the new zealand and the south pacific. Game bird hunting is one of the great social recreational sports in new zealand, great for exercise and spending time outdoors with friends and family. Most gamebird seasons start in may, although season dates vary depending on the. General information gary herberts new zealand hunting.
Duck shooting season kicks off with a bang nz herald. Gary girvan is one such hunter and his book outlines how to be a successful duck. Baiting is legal, but not always necessary because waterfowl remain unpressured by hunting. Government cancels duck hunting season act act new. Open season for game in fish and game regions new zealand.
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