The Hunting Show

Recorded from a MaiMai somwhere in the king country Tune in to find out mikes thoughts on Duck Shooting and Reloading.   Being born in Rural King Country,MIke grew up in the 70's around the Kuratau region. At a very young age he was introduced to the pursuits of Fishing and Hunting, both of which he is still mad keen on. Now in his early 40's (he says) he owns his own business and started Reloading as favours for mates, but as the word soon grew about the results, especially with 12g Steel ammo, He has seen a steady increase in reloading work and would love nothing more than to make it a full time profession. His wife says he is a perfectionist with all things related to Hunting, and to Mike thats how it should be. No half arsed antics can be tolerated when it comes to the round coming out the muzzle. His favourite Rifle is a Tikka .243 s/s supressed, even though he still takes  his Grand Fathers Marlin .308Win Lever action out for walks every now and then.His 12g is the Berretta A400 Xplore action. When using his own Steel loads the recoil is like shooting Trap ammo.     http://www.feltonreloading.co.nz Ph:027 268 2260  

Recorded from the Kaimanawas Marc Clinch and Stephen try an Early Sika Roar, although nothing was shot tune in to see what happens. You will hear Marc Roar and some great tips on hunting Sika. Sika are now the second most common deer in New Zealand and are distributed across about 6000-7000 sq km of the central North Island in theKaimanawas.

This Week I Interview Christian from the Rabbit Ranger, very funny interview, tune in to find out Christian's plans for getting Rabbits back on the menu. This weeks interview also includes some trans tasman rivalry, and tips on cooking rabbit.       https://www.facebook.com/pages/Rabbit-Ranger   Twitter -  @rabbit_ranger     Web Site up soon http://www.rabbitranger.com.au/

Tune in this week to find out about NZ Hunter Adventures TV show will be going to air on Free to View CHOICE TV’s ‘The Great Outdoors’ Wednesday night on March 11ththis year, at 9.30 or 10pm.   This will be the first time a truly New Zealand hunting show of this quality featuring our most remote and rugged wilderness areas and the game animals that inhabit them has hit the screens in this country - and it won’t be on a weekend afternoon when we’re all out hunting, nor will you have to have Sky to watch it! will be going to air on Free to View CHOICE TV’s ‘The Great Outdoors’ Wednesday night on March 11ththis year, at 9.30 or 10pm.   This will be the first time a truly New Zealand hunting show of this quality featuring our most remote and rugged wilderness areas and the game animals that inhabit them has hit the screens in this country - and it won’t be on a weekend afternoon when we’re all out hunting, nor will you have to have Sky to watch it! Kane Grundy of Extreme Freedom  is the main man working with Willie on the editing, and he filmed 3 of our 10 episodes in the first series, good on ya Kane! http://www.nzhunter.co.nz/ http://www.choicetv.co.nz/wednesday https://www.facebook.com/NZHunterMagazine?fref=ts https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7_mJ4mMh1KUWZmxudNim9Q        

This week Stephen gets his rant on again, about Kid Rock this time. Then an interview with Roy Sloan from the New Zealand Game Animal Council and Fiordland Wapiti Foundation. Well worth a listen to!   Roys Background is Game mgmt – one of key people responsible for game mgmt programmes in Wapiti area of Fiordland; recreational hunting – range of organisations; commercial hunting – running the deer recovery programme for the FWF; farming/deer farming – through his role at Ravensdown; conservation – rat eradication programme in Southland, FWF (removed 7500 animals from FNP), whio hatchery in Te Anau.   The Game Animal Council is a statutory body established on 28 November 2013 under the Game Animal Council Act 2013. It represents the interests of the recreational hunting sector and will improve the management of hunting resources while contributing to positive conservation outcomes. Key functions of the council include: advising and making recommendations to the Minister of Conservation on hunting issues,providing information and education to the sector,promoting safety initiatives,conducting game animal research,undertaking management functions for designated herds of special interest. www.fwf.net.nz/ http://nzgac.org.nz/ The Kid Rock thing - http://www.nzherald.co.nz/hunting/news/article.cfm?c_id=1500945&objectid=11388017    

Stephen Talks to Cam from Lowa about hunting booots and LOWA’s new hybrid stalking boot. Stephen shares some audio he was emailed last week, very funny (bring on the hate mail!!)   After much anticipation and endless requests for a stalking boot Lowa are delighted to announce the release of the LOWA Z-8S GTX. This new age boot is the ultimate hybrid boot that can be used for everything from quiet stalking through to rugged missions in tough country.  Worn by military around the world, this 8inch boot will blow you away with its comfort and its performance.  http://lowa.co.nz

This weeks interview is Dougie(writer for New Zealand Outdoor Hunting Magazine) Jack of all trades, master of some - She gives advice for new hunters and gives Stephen a bit of shit!  Dougie is a keen bush grub. She learns quickly and has developed some key skills through a little instruction, a bit more observation and lots of practice. She has previously worked in a few different (and intriguing!) areas of the New Zealand Government and has a keen eye for detail, a crazy love for green pyjamas and running around the bush. She's focused on safety while still challenging herself and pushing the limits. https://www.facebook.com/DougieHuntWritePaint   http://www.nzoutdoor.co.nz/ http://instagram.com/dougiesview/   The hunting  forum Dougie talks about who built her .260 is www.nzhuntingandshooting.co.nz  

This Week We interview Shane Cameron Mountain Warrior we talk about his love of hunting and how he got into it. It is no coincidence that Shane Cameron is known as the Mountain Warrior, a name that represents both his past and his present. Cameron was born in Wellington and raised in Tiniroto, a small farming community on the East Coast of the North Island. Already somewhat of a Mountain Warrior even then, growing up he spent all his spare time outside with his brothers hunting and exploring.     https://www.facebook.com/ShaneCameronMountainWarrior http://shanecameron.co.nz  

Interview with Brad Ramsay co-founder of New Zealand Wild Game Photograpy - This is Brads first outing as co-founder of New Zealand Wild Game Photograpy and his first time on the radio. we talk about how to get into Wild Game Photograpy, why and how Brad got into it... we also chuck in a couple of good storyes.   NZ Wild Game Photograpy are about Wild Game photos, deer stalking, outdoor photos, wildlife and its surroundings.keeping our Country clean, Protect our Beautiful Country so we will always have our Great Outdoors for our future Generations. Contact details: newzealandwildgame@hotmail.com   https://www.facebook.com/pages/New-Zealand-Wild-Game-Photography    

Hunters as Mentors we interview Cam Speedy From NZ OUTDOOR Hunting magazine. Cam and Stephen Talk about getting youth out into the NZ bush and go off track and Talk about the public veiw of hunting (gets very off topic but well worth tuning into!!) Can is passionate about wildlife management and have dedicated His working life to understanding some of the complex wildlife issues unique to New Zealand, sharing that understanding with others and trying to make a difference – out there in the real world. http://www.nzoutdoor.co.nz   http://www.camspeedy.co.nz

The Hunter Point App is Here!! we interview Tim Dunn about how it works and whats in it. . Stephen goes over his thoughts on using Huntapoint, (BTW he loves it)   HUNTAPOINT IS 100% COMMITTED TO PROVIDING NEW ZEALAND WITH THE MOST POWERFULL, TEHCNOLOGICALLY ADVANCED HUNTING SMARTPHONE APPLICATION ON THE MARKET. OUR APP IS LOADED WITH HUNDREDS OF HUNTING LOCATIONS IN 16 NEW ZEALAND REGIONS AND INTEGRATED INTO OUR UNIQUE OFFLINE MEMORY TOPOMAP SYSTEM, ALL OF THIS TECHNOLOGY IS ACCESSED AT THE EASE OF YOUR FINGERTIPS. HUNTAPOINT ENSURES USERS CAN EASILY NAVIGATE AND RESEARCH HUNTING POINTS.   https://www.facebook.com/Huntapoint https://appsto.re/nz/5T6H0.i http://huntapoint.com/  

EP 37 - Last for 2014 an  Interview Nicole McKee the Programme Manager – Firearms & Hunter Safety from the Mountain Safety Council.   We talk about how to stay safe over the festive season and look back on 2014.   Have a great Christmas and a safe New Year from the Hunting Show ! The Firearms Safety Code: 1. Treat every firearm as loaded Check every firearm yourself. Pass or accept only an open or unloaded firearm.          2. Always point firearms in a safe direction Loaded or unloaded, always point the muzzle in a safe direction. 3. Load a firearm only when ready to fire Load the magazine only when you reach your shooting area. Load the chamber only when ready to shoot. Completely unload before leaving the shooting area. 4. Identify your target beyond all doubt Movement, colour, sound and shape can all deceive you. Assume colour, shape, sound, and shape to be human until proven otherwise. 5. Check your firing zone THINK:  What may happen if you miss your target?  What might you hit between you and the target or beyond? Do not fire when you know others are in your firing zone. 6. Store firearms and ammunition safely When not in use, lock away the bolt, firearm and ammunition separately. Never leave firearms in a vehicle that is unattended. 7. Avoid alcohol or drugs when handling firearms Good judgement is the key to safe use of firearms.  http://www.mountainsafety.org.nz

(SORRY WE HAD PHONE INTERFERENCE) The Aftermath of an Unsuccessful Hunt, with Jamie Fairbairn  & Carl Murdoch, If you are new to hunting or teaching someone to hunt this is a great show for you. This show was recorded at the Back of the Ute after an Unsuccessful Hunt, find out Carls thoughts and listen to Jamies advice by phone. Jamie and Sika Hunters New Zealand is dedicated to all those Sika hunters who love hunting these great animals. Carl is new to hunting, a listner to the show and a mate of mine.   https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sika-Hunters-New-Zealand  

This week Stephen has to make good with Wendys fast food (long story) and an interview with Greig Caigou about the book The Heart of Hunting About wildness and hunting in New Zealand By Greig Caigou and Matt Winter The Heart of Hunting sets out to capture the essence of the hunting experience in New Zealand, by reflecting not only on hunting itself, but on the experience of wilderness that is so key to this cherished activity. The writer, Greig Caigou, combines storytelling and meditations on many aspects of hunting, all of which is based on the premise that wildlife is truly understood, and often deeply appreciated, through the eye of a hunter. Integral to the book are the wonderful wildlife photographs of Matt Winter, whose motivation is always to celebrate wild animals in their natural environments.   www.craigpotton.co.nz/store/the-heart-of-hunting

This weeks interview is with Bill Davis from DHNZCT he tells us how they assist disabled men and women, who had in the past or now have the desire to hunt both small and large game or to fish lake, sea or river by providing the tools and locations to find the hunter inside. It is hoped that by trying a challenging outdoor experience like hunting/fishing that those with spinal injuries might either find a sport they can experience from a new level or go on to find other outlets equally challenging. The trusts hope is it will give an insight into finding a reason to live their new life with as much energy and joy as before their spinal injury. While it is true that hunting for the disabled will be a different experience than for the able bodied it will none the less be a unique experience. Your hunting guide will take you to remote locations where only disabled hunters can access; this gives the hunter as good a chance as an able bodied hunter of securing some game   See http://www.disabledhunting.org for more info