About Ranger 888

Basic Information


Date of Birth
September 9, 1946 (78)
About Ranger 888
Biography:
Born in Auckland. Hunter and shooter (professionally and recreationally) for 54 years. Was actively involved in SAR as a park ranger, and SAR Adviser and Search Coordinator for NZ Police (35 years). NZ Mountain Safety Council bushcraft and firearms safety instructor (22 years).
Location:
West Auckland
Interests:
target shooting, deerstalking, cartridge collecting, pistol shooting
Occupation:
Retired park ranger (35 years service)

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1,127
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Last Activity
Yesterday 08:43 AM
Join Date
07-08-2015
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657 Likes

  1. Bol Tackshin
    Bol Tackshin liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Upgrading varmint rig
    This is what DoC had made for their staff who euthanase whales.. 14.5 x 115 round (.308 for comparison ). Mind you, back in the 1980s, the Forest Service ranger at South Head (Kaipara Harbour)...
    Liked On: 26-06-2024, 11:45 PM
  2. Bol Tackshin
    Bol Tackshin liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Upgrading varmint rig
    Thought I might upgrade the varmint rig, to bring some greater certainty in dealing with the big buck possums that predate my lemon trees at night. I've settled on a 4 gauge rifle, spitting out a...
    Liked On: 26-06-2024, 11:44 PM
  3. HILLBILLYHUNTERS
    HILLBILLYHUNTERS liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Upgrading varmint rig
    Yeah...might get the wife to pull the trigger...but I'll hold her beer cos that's the sort of bloke I am..
    Liked On: 26-06-2024, 08:23 PM
  4. caberslash
    caberslash liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Upgrading varmint rig
    Thought I might upgrade the varmint rig, to bring some greater certainty in dealing with the big buck possums that predate my lemon trees at night. I've settled on a 4 gauge rifle, spitting out a...
    Liked On: 26-06-2024, 09:08 AM
  5. Micky Duck
    Micky Duck liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Upgrading varmint rig
    Thought I might upgrade the varmint rig, to bring some greater certainty in dealing with the big buck possums that predate my lemon trees at night. I've settled on a 4 gauge rifle, spitting out a...
    Liked On: 25-06-2024, 10:33 PM
  6. RV1
    RV1 liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : First aid kits
    First priority is to realistically determine what sort of injuries you, or a companion, or a total stranger you encounter, is likely to incur: bad bleeding (do you use a knife?); gunshot wound (carry...
    Liked On: 25-06-2024, 04:48 PM
  7. Sika 8
    Sika 8 liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Navigation
    Teaching compass skills to a group one day..gave them all the same bearing to set on their compasses, and told them to walk in that direction. Eight of the group of nine walked off confidently, the...
    Liked On: 07-06-2024, 12:31 PM
  8. timattalon
    timattalon liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Fixing basic gun racks to studs
    I'm selling 6- gun racks with mounting bolts that that can't be tampered with. They've passed 2 police inspections. They are heavy, not sure what a courier would charge, but I'm selling them for $50....
    Liked On: 31-05-2024, 04:36 AM
  9. Micky Duck
    Micky Duck liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Fixing basic gun racks to studs
    I'm selling 6- gun racks with mounting bolts that that can't be tampered with. They've passed 2 police inspections. They are heavy, not sure what a courier would charge, but I'm selling them for $50....
    Liked On: 30-05-2024, 04:23 PM
  10. STC
    STC liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Half cock or safety
    To those of you who trust a safety catch, get a mate to: -put a live round in the chamber of your rifle -close the bolt (cocking the rifle) - apply the safety -point the muzzle at your tummy...
    Liked On: 27-05-2024, 12:48 PM
  11. CATLINS HUNTER
    CATLINS HUNTER liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : LandSAR volunteers should I
    Track and clue awareness produces better results at SAR and hunting...
    Liked On: 23-05-2024, 08:43 PM
  12. Micky Duck
    Micky Duck liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : LandSAR volunteers should I
    Track and clue awareness produces better results at SAR and hunting...
    Liked On: 23-05-2024, 08:03 PM
  13. Barry the hunter
    Barry the hunter liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : LandSAR volunteers should I
    Track and clue awareness produces better results at SAR and hunting...
    Liked On: 23-05-2024, 03:59 PM
  14. Ned
    Ned liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : LandSAR volunteers should I
    Chindit, onya dude! I was involved for 25 years. It can be a big time commitment for training, and callouts, but if you can contribute, go for it! It is very satisfying.
    Liked On: 23-05-2024, 11:08 AM
  15. RV1
    RV1 liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : How necessary is camo?
    Interesting change of attitude shown here, guys. Twenty years ago, most of the answers would have been a vote for camo. I wear blaze orange in the bush, and yellow in open country, because I want...
    Liked On: 12-02-2024, 12:14 PM

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