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Originally posted by scubapro:
Go and contact my brother - he could probably help You a lot in doing so...

http://www.jaegerfranz.co.nz/html/about_de

All the best
Klaus

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Originally posted by Ivan:
I'm planning a trip to NZ for spring (April/May) of 2013. I've done some research and have narrowed it down a bit, but would like to hear some first hand experiences. I'm most intersted in hunting the south island. Not expecting to kill anything, but thar and chamois are pretty high on the list. We're planning on 2 weeks, but may up it to 3.

A Tahr and Chamois are reasonable expectations from a 10-4 day trip

I understand the hunting pressure is pretty high on public land, but is it similar to the US where you can out-walk the majority of your competition in 5-6 miles (or less)? I routinely hunt out of a backpack, We're not afraid to hike in 10+ miles.

Yes,but there is a higher % of hunters here who will do the hard work, still there is plenty of space for all

Is it possible to find someone to drop us off (via air) in more remote places similar to Alaska? If so what are the rates (approximate)

Alot of public land is out of bounds fr landing Recreational hunters, but don't be surprised to see helihunting everywhere, as a loophole has been created t allow them freedoms we dont have.

What 3 gear items are a must have?

More specific? Binos, tent, quality sleeping bag

I believe I can bring the trophies back on the plane if the capes are dry or do do they have to be shipped?

Depends more on the customs rules of your home country I think

Is access (driving) to the mountains/public land or trail heads difficult? Would I need a 4x4 to get to the better areas?

No, most west coast spots have a car park near the road, other spots, hire a chopper where possable

What are the odds of knocking on a few doors to get permission to hunt stag?

Slim, but depends on what quality you are looking for. Plenty of public land red deer, but don't expect much more than a 30 inch 8or 10 pointer

Thanks in advance

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Originally posted by Matt Graham:
Got me stuffed why more North American mountain hunters dont do it??? Especially the tahr???

There are not a lot of people that hunt out of the country. We have a very wide and diverse population of animals to hunt here. Most of which reside on public land with ample access. These are all DIY, some solo...

Most people that go out of the country to hunt would prefer to go guided I think. I honestly think a lot of people judge a hunt by being successful both here and abroad. Going on a DIY hunt decreases the likelihood of being successful. To me, going on the hunt, regardless of the outcome is success enough. I've spent lots of money to go on out of state and came home with nothing more than memories, but they were hard earned. Some of my most favorite hunts didn't involve killing anything.