Forum Rusa Party Hunt

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Originally Posted by phillipgr

Happy, with respect to what you said about there only being 4 directions N, S, E, W. The track is like a highway with lots of fairly steep-sided valleys that run into it. It we split up into groups of two (which seems to be how we are looking) we not struggle to find room for us all if we plan carefully the night before and stick to that plan (ie. if you aren't supposed to cross that that ridge, don't bloody cross it). I'm confident we won't be tripping over each others toes if you do decide to join us in the end. Moreover, the chances are as we get closer to the date people will pull out, I mean, we can't all get time off work or not have any commitments on that weekend. No trouble if you aren't keen to come, but let what I have said be reassurance to those who are still keen to come, but want to make sure all is well.
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Hey Phillip
Good organisation will prevent mishaps Im sure. Wasnt a dig mate. Just me and a rule I have... No matter where you are you still have to
expect someone to pop out and say hello... Kudos to you for putting things in motion..

I just looked at the hill nearest to the hut - it rises pretty much 300m over a distance of 600m. That's something you dont run up haha. Well somebody might but not me

As for expecting the unexpected - i was once at the main shooting range in Nowra NSW (Aust) and a pile of us were all lined up about to fire a black powder volley (just like they used to). Out of the bush flew some knob-jockey on a dirt bike right in front of the targets. Dumbest thing I've ever seen. Fingers were on lightened triggers and none of us heard him coming. Lucky:roll:

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Originally Posted by Dead is better

As for expecting the unexpected - i was once at the main shooting range in Nowra NSW (Aust) and a pile of us were all lined up about to fire a black powder volley (just like they used to). Out of the bush flew some knob-jockey on a dirt bike right in front of the targets. Dumbest thing I've ever seen. Fingers were on lightened triggers and none of us heard him coming. Lucky:roll::roll:

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Far out and buggy wheels, that would almost make you poop your pants.

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Originally Posted by phillipgr

Happy, with respect to what you said about there only being 4 directions N, S, E, W. The track is like a highway with lots of fairly steep-sided valleys that run into it. It we split up into groups of two (which seems to be how we are looking) we not struggle to find room for us all if we plan carefully the night before and stick to that plan (ie. if you aren't supposed to cross that that ridge, don't bloody cross it). I'm confident we won't be tripping over each others toes if you do decide to join us in the end. Moreover, the chances are as we get closer to the date people will pull out, I mean, we can't all get time off work or not have any commitments on that weekend. No trouble if you aren't keen to come, but let what I have said be reassurance to those who are still keen to come, but want to make sure all is well.

On another note, for those who haven't had much time out and are thinking about how chilly it will be. Be warned, it will most likely be very cold and quite probably wet. If you don't have the right gears, you'll feel the cold (and possibly the wet). But shit, its not the arctic. Come with a good spirit and be prepared and it will be all good.

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By the time you add wind in to the factor you will have 2 directions to hunt from. take a dog if you can. the fireplace is shit so get it going early. the locals in their 4x4's come in from Ngaputahi. if you drive a 4x4 to the hut doc will tell you to leave if they find out. locals will spot light at all hours of darkness. you hopefully will still get onto some game good luck on the hunt.

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Originally Posted by mucko

By the time you add wind in to the factor you will have 2 directions to hunt from. take a dog if you can. the fireplace is shit so get it going early. the locals in their 4x4's come in from Ngaputahi. if you drive a 4x4 to the hut doc will tell you to leave if they find out. locals will spot light at all hours of darkness. you hopefully will still get onto some game good luck on the hunt.

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Join us, or will you have moved to the other side of Te Kuiti by then?

I will be well in truely in Te Kuiti by then we move 25th of this month. head waters of the Raropo stream will be worth a look. we will catch up for a hunt one day Rushy.

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Originally Posted by Dead is better

I just looked at the hill nearest to the hut - it rises pretty much 300m over a distance of 600m. That's something you dont run up haha. Well somebody might but not me

As for expecting the unexpected - i was once at the main shooting range in Nowra NSW (Aust) and a pile of us were all lined up about to fire a black powder volley (just like they used to). Out of the bush flew some knob-jockey on a dirt bike right in front of the targets. Dumbest thing I've ever seen. Fingers were on lightened triggers and none of us heard him coming. Lucky:roll:

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That would have been good to explain in court, and sorting out who fired the fatal shot!

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Originally Posted by mucko

I will be well in truely in Te Kuiti by then we move 25th of this month. head waters of the Raropo stream will be worth a look. we will catch up for a hunt one day Rushy.

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Yes I would like that. I have heard that the Raropo is worth a gander. young Toby and I might see if we can't give that a nudge (if he is up to it)

once you push past the shit the bush opens up a lot. you can get to the head waters on horseback so its not to bad. i would book the hut thou or at least take a tent. when you pin down a date i will see what the numbers are like and see if i can get away depends if my worker is any good.

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Originally Posted by Mohawk660

Hi Fellas, Mucko his 12 year old cousin and myself went to Midway hut in spring, it was a nice walk not a huge amount of sign and the only animals we say were the pigs shot by the pig hunters. However I hear there have been alot of animals taken from that area, and im no professional deer culler ! The walk is realtively flat and easyier enough for a 12 year old to walk, however there are 46 river crossing according to (http://www.taupotrampers.com/horomangaValley.pdf) I thought there was a hell of lot more river crossings. Might be a usefull bit of info if your planning to go in during winter. As it is close to Galatea it is a favourite for locals who will come in by 4x4 or horse.

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Hopefully will be a really good fun and successful trip for you fellas going. I feel the need to warn a few of you who don't know the area that it's a beautiful valley with huge hunting potential for both Reds & Rusa, BUT... If it rains plenty while you're in there, you're not walking out any time soon. Not trying to put anyone off, but I went in with a mate one winter and an unforecast heavy rain system came through. From a quiet river it turned vicious within hours. I fell in and developed hypothermia, taking more than twelve hours to recover, before we walked back out again, no hunting done. It's also a spot you need to be super sensible when hunting into gut heads and streams, as the contour can drop off into harmless looking waterfalls but backtracking and climbing out on loose scree can be bloody difficult. Definitely should buddy up the young and inexperienced :)

Thanks for that H4L.

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Originally Posted by Rushy

Yes I would like that. I have heard that the Raropo is worth a gander. young Toby and I might see if we can't give that a nudge (if he is up to it)

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Any hills? I found out Friday lucky I was by my self I went to try walk up a fairly steep small hill and I can't bend my leg to get it in front of me I fell over back wards

Fireman's carry it is then Toby

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Originally Posted by Rushy

Fireman's carry it is then Toby

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I'm surprised you didn't offer my services as a sled-dog, Rushy

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Instead of pissing around mking the next iPhone 6 they should invest their time in making a hover board

Called hocalopters Toby

Whatever happened to the Admins keeping this thread tidy... /endgrumpyrant

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Originally Posted by Dougie

Whatever happened to the Admins keeping this thread tidy... /endgrumpyrant

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Don't sweat it Dougie, just PM me if you want deets. No need to sift through the thread. Same goes for anyone else.

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Originally Posted by Gibo

Oh you are really taking this staying at the hut seriously!! Bring the cannon so you can pop em off the deck!!:cool:

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that is very possible there is a rest on one of the columns to steady the rifle. the night before we walked in a red walked past the hut the locals dogs went nuts they told it to shut up and saw the prints the next morning. the locals have spotlighted them off the deck. you must have good shoes it may look flat walking but the rocks in places are big the water crossings arent to bad we never got wet nuts.

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Originally Posted by phillipgr

I'm surprised you didn't offer my services as a sled-dog, Rushy

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oh and Phillip will be our sled dog Toby

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Originally Posted by Gibo

Called hocalopters Toby

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I thought it was a front wheel drive 92 Corolla :D

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Originally Posted by Toby

I thought it was a front wheel drive 92 Corolla :D

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Some years ago I was having a chat to a few friends from down south who had come out from a hunt up a river. They'd left a cruiser about 30min down the river and wlked up to the hut. Lo and behold there's a corolla sitting outside the hut! Stepped inside and there is a guy crarked out on a bunk a little worse for the night before. They woke him up made a cup of tea and asked how he got there. "Well it's easy in the cruiser, few bumps on the way in but all good", at which point they pushed the door open so the guy could see the corolla outside at which point shit himself on how he was ever going to get back out again . . .

Ive got a guy whi can help with parking. Just getting hold if him is being a problem the last few days. Will update when its sorted.

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Thanks for the effort CD

Allgud fellahs

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Hey gangsters,
Anyone keen to lend me a boom stick? I won't be able to afford the two checked in bags. Pain in the bum that.

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Originally Posted by Dougie

Hey gangsters,
Anyone keen to lend me a boom stick? I won't be able to afford the two checked in bags. Pain in the bum that.

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You're taking a bus when you have a broom stick? Shit Dougie you could be the last to leave and sweep the place out before you go!

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Originally Posted by Dougie

Hey gangsters,
Anyone keen to lend me a boom stick? I won't be able to afford the two checked in bags. Pain in the bum that.

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I am happy to bring a .270 or .243 for you Dougie. Which would you prefer?

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Originally Posted by Dougie

Hey gangsters,
Anyone keen to lend me a boom stick? I won't be able to afford the two checked in bags. Pain in the bum that.

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Yo g unit i only have one gun but could help with luggage costs if you want. Be a shame not to have your shooter there!!

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Originally Posted by Rushy

I am happy to bring a .270 or .243 for you Dougie. Which would you prefer?

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Whatever is the prettier one ;)

Hmmm I'm wondering if I could stretch and even just roll with one carry on bag! Maybe not. $29 would be nice though. I've got a lot of trips in the next two months. Kinda forgetting what the man looks like too. Oh and ebf too, apparently we used to be friends...I'm not sure who he is anymore! ;)

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Originally Posted by Dougie

Whatever is the prettier one ;)

Hmmm I'm wondering if I could stretch and even just roll with one carry on bag! Maybe not. $29 would be nice though. I've got a lot of trips in the next two months. Kinda forgetting what the man looks like too. Oh and ebf too, apparently we used to be friends...I'm not sure who he is anymore! ;)

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Dougie the offer will stay open up to the time I leave so just let me know which calibre you want and I am happy to put the extra rifle in.

Thanks mate, you're a champion.

Dougie,possom trapper has just recently bussed back from Rotorua with his X-Bow in the long army duffle bag,I bet black beauty would fit in that.;)

Hey guys sorry but I can't afford this trip :(

I'm still keen

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Originally Posted by Dougie

Hey guys sorry but I can't afford this trip :(

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That is OK Dougie. We will get Phillip to shave his legs and dress up in a wig

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Originally Posted by Toby

I'm still keen

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Of course you are Toby. I wouldn't expect anything else

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Originally Posted by Rushy

That is OK Dougie. We will get Phillip to shave his legs and dress up in a wig

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I'm sure username would lend me his Bavarian beer wench outfit

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Originally Posted by phillipgr

I'm sure username would lend me his Bavarian beer wench outfit

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Rushy is outside your work waiting for you! Snap to bucko!!!

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Originally Posted by phillipgr

I'm sure username would lend me his Bavarian beer wench outfit

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You are supposed to be working not shirking