Thread: Any advice for a new hunter?

As these guys all say- you’ll learn the most from just getting out there as often as you can. Every trip you’ll learn more. There’s also plenty of learning you can do at home- find yourself a copy of Lentle & Saxtons Red Deer in NZ book. Can pick copies up cheap on trademe. Not sure how Sika behaviour compares to reds, but I certainly learned a lot reading that book. I also enjoy watching hunting vids on YouTube etc & shows like Hunters Club & NZ Hunter Adventures. You’ll pick up plenty of tips & ideas from those. Spend time scrolling your hunting areas on Google Earth- you’ll pick up on promising slips & clearings etc to focus on when you head out. & spend some time trawling the depths of places like this forum- there’s an absolute wealth of knowledge & wisdom on here & if you show you’re willing to contribute there are plenty of folks here who are generous with their time & knowledge.