Thread: Hunting In Auckland/Waikato

Originally Posted by Cigar

As above, plus Woodhill forest has a ballot for fallow each year.

@Reon Morrison , There's also easy country and some deer in the Kaimanawas.
One strategy would be to join the Sika Foundation who run fly in trips a few times a year, generally a 4 day long weekend. It works well if you have a couple of mates to book one together but if you're on your own, give them a ring and let them know your situation. Often a space on a chopper comes available at the last minute when someone pulls out.
Joining one of the NZDA branches would also work but might need more time to get to know people and get invited on trips.

The nearest worthwhile public land to Auckland is the Kaimais and its no secret a lot of people go up the Wairere falls track. I suggest doing a day trip and spend 6 or 8 hours up there while the days are long, having a mosey about. It's flat and navigation is a challenge so be ready for that. The bush is 80% easy and nice to move through. Search the forum for more info. Post a report of your trip (without giving exact details of where you saw deer) and likely more advice and recommendations will come out.