Thread: NZ vs USA hunting style

Hey guys,

Watching hunting shows like Meat Eater, and well known american hunters social media you see the big differences between the "kiwi way" and the "american way" when it comes to hunting deer. I understand that Hunting in the US is highly varied by area and target animal - but for this example American White Tails seem to be hunted mostly from stationary hides - especially in areas with thicker bush. I don't know much about NZ White Tails - but most deer hunting in NZ is either bush stalking or longer range open ground / clearing hunting - and obviously those lucky enough to have wild animals on their farms to Harvest.

Why is it that things like hides and tree stands aren't common in NZ?


Another interesting element is that Americans have harvest tags and seasons to protect animal numbers through management. The tags system and the tax from hunting equipment in the states funds the animal management and hunting area maintenance etc etc.