Points South Blog
The Art of the Fly-in
Posted by PointsSouth onIf time is your biggest limitation, then a few quality days of hunting hard is achievable and actually cost effective if you can fill the seats in the helicopter. So increasing your hunting time as opposed to your hike-in time can really make a lot of sense, here's our tricks and tips to - The Art of the Fly In
Perfecting Layers
Posted by PointsSouth onSome of us will routinely climb 1000m vertical when we go hunting, others view the truck or quad bike as more of a “mobile hunting blind”. Whatever your approach, having a versatile yet simple layering system means you will be more comfortable and you will also be able to do more with less.
Bird Mounting - Field Care
Posted by PointsSouth onForth generation taxidermist David Jacobs gives us a run down on prepping that bird for the taxidermist.
Trophy Caping - A How To
Posted by Cameron McKay onLearn how to cape out that trophy of a lifetime and avoid the dissapointment of stuffing it up
The Realities of Raingear
Posted by PointsSouth onRaingear - there's a big difference between what’s suitable for a quick hunt on the back of the farm, and what actually works for active hunting in the mountains.
10 QUICK TIPS FOR CHASING CHAMOIS
Posted by PointsSouth onChamois are one of the most exciting animals in New Zealand to hunt. Here's 10 quick tips to help you get the drop on these super intelligent critters.
Sika Foundation Game Management - Why?
Posted by PointsSouth onThe Sika Foundation is paving the way when it comes to game animal management, and this must watch presentation from Cam Speedy outlines the management principles used to achieve better outcomes for conservation and hunting.
First Lite - New Zealand Merino
Posted by PointsSouth onNew Zealand’s merino wool is regarded as one of the world's best insulating fibers and is the foundation of the First Lite layering system. This material offers several unique benefits that clearly give both the active and still hunter a significant advantage over synthetic fibres.
Hunters For Conservation
Posted by PointsSouth onThe Tararua Wild Foundation have taken the mammoth task upon themselves to reintroduce Kiwi and Blue Duck/Whio into the Tararua forest park. The last breeding pair of both Kiwis and blue ducks was last seen way back in the 70's, nearly 50 years ago