About Ben Waimata

Basic Information


Date of Birth
July 9
About Ben Waimata
Biography:
Married to an Australian and with 4 half-Aussie kids.
Location:
Hawkes Bay
Interests:
banyan trees, all kinds of stuff better not discussed.
Occupation:
Farm forester

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Total Posts
1,760
Posts Per Day
0.72
General Information
Last Activity
02-04-2025 09:20 PM
Join Date
29-07-2018
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  1. Ben Waimata
    Ben Waimata liked post by Nathan F On thread : Overnight meat recovery - thoughts?
    I wouldnt do it. Guts out and hanging as quickly as possible . If it was the next day id only take back straps depending on bullet damage etc.
    Liked On: 20-01-2022, 11:46 AM
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    Ben Waimata liked post by Yesmate On thread : Maybe need to start shooting everything we see in some areas
    yep its a niggly issue alright,i don't believe there is actually a solution for all.and as mentioned above they are transient buggers they just go where the sweetest food is and then clear off not to...
    Liked On: 19-01-2022, 10:39 PM
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    Ben Waimata liked post by gilly On thread : Maybe need to start shooting everything we see in some areas
    Interesting thread. Lots of great opinions based on practical experience. My opinion is that aerial shooting is the only answer. There are just too many deer for private hunters to deal with. We...
    Liked On: 19-01-2022, 10:25 PM
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    Ben Waimata liked post by tikka On thread : Maybe need to start shooting everything we see in some areas
    For myself it normally a day to walk in and a day walking out, some places it’s two days to get into areas where the numbers are really high, so I just fill up with back steaks from 2 to 6 deer....
    Liked On: 19-01-2022, 06:48 PM
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    Ben Waimata liked post by zeropak On thread : Night vision vs hunting torch update.
    So here's something else I'd like to throw into the mix for discussion. An important part of my plan when setting up my night shooting rig has always been to have a rig which can go straight back to...
    Liked On: 19-01-2022, 09:25 AM
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    Ben Waimata liked post by hotbarrels On thread : Night vision vs hunting torch update.
    Agreed. At the end of the day, its no different to choosing a rifle calibre. You don't shoot everything with a 45-70, although you could (and one of my brothers would). IR NV for its price, is...
    Liked On: 19-01-2022, 09:24 AM
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    Ben Waimata liked post by MB On thread : Maybe need to start shooting everything we see in some areas
    So you're complaining that one non-native species killed another non-native species :D
    Liked On: 18-01-2022, 09:54 PM
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    Ben Waimata liked post by hebe On thread : Maybe need to start shooting everything we see in some areas
    Fair enough, that makes more sense. Did misinterpret you after all. No offence meant in the least
    Liked On: 18-01-2022, 09:33 PM
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    Ben Waimata liked post by zeropak On thread : Night vision vs hunting torch update.
    All Good points there Ben. My only experience with rabbits and hares has been while looking for deer. So interesting what you say about them being shy of the light. I would have to agree that at...
    Liked On: 18-01-2022, 03:47 PM
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    Ben Waimata liked post by chainsaw On thread : Night vision vs hunting torch update.
    Yes, really enjoyed Phil's posts and experiences in coming to grips with NV and various illuminators, torches etc. Bring back Phil !
    Liked On: 18-01-2022, 08:36 AM
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    Ben Waimata liked post by tetawa On thread : Night vision vs hunting torch update.
    Not the only one who misses Phil H input on night vision.
    Liked On: 18-01-2022, 08:34 AM
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    Ben Waimata liked post by zeropak On thread : Night vision vs hunting torch update.
    Well things seem to have gone a little quiet here on this subject which used to be one of the most commented on. Phil and his input on this is sorely missed, at least by me. A lot of really good...
    Liked On: 18-01-2022, 08:34 AM
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    Ben Waimata liked post by 300CALMAN On thread : I'm on my way
    Please stop trying to poison this man!
    Liked On: 07-01-2022, 09:25 AM
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    Ben Waimata liked post by nor-west On thread : She,s a real hotty.
    bunji Hot weather is just starting :( just got a pastoral permit to shoot on a property at Sandstone, owner said camels and wild bulls are becoming a nuisance but temps are over 50c I said how...
    Liked On: 27-12-2021, 02:46 PM
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    Ben Waimata liked post by BRADS On thread : Farm land around dunedin?
    Ignore these clowns mate, if you were near me I'd take you out and teach you the in and outs of shooting rabbits. Some forget we all started somewhere. Sent from my SM-G986B using Tapatalk
    Liked On: 24-12-2021, 06:09 PM

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