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Local NZ Deerstalkers branch that covers Queenstown, Cromwell, Kingston, Glenorchy

Private chat group for members only to discuss hunting and items for sale, Request access on this link https://www.facebook.com/groups/SLNZDAmembers More info on the website www.southernlakesnzda.org.nz
We meet the last Thursday of the month at the Arrowtown Bowling Club at 7pm, Non members welcome

Harvest Survey Link:- https://forms.gle/xUEhKsaSU5NyJ6XPA

04/08/2025

Go in the draw to win
Tickets at $25 each

WIN a brand new 2025 Mitsubishi Triton GLX 2.4 Diesel and accessories valued at over $61,925, and also help contribute to the future of recreational hunting!

The draw will be held 28 October 2025 at the NZDA National Offices

www.nzda.shop

31/07/2025

Congratulations to our members that won various categories in the 2025 NZDA National Competition
Hollee Brookes, Ben Hogan, Katie Dugan, Joshua Green, & Kerrin Burnnand

Results on the link below
https://www.deerstalkers.org.nz/resources/publications/news/national-competition-results-and-spot-prize-winners/

28/07/2025

July Club Night – From Field to Family

Join us Thursday 31st July at the Arrowtown Bowling Club for a night that celebrates hunting with purpose.

We’ll be shining a spotlight on how your time in the hills can help feed families in need. Thanks to a $5,000 grant from the Queenstown Airport ZQN Community Fund

🟢 Hear from Gary Hough – KiwiHarvest Queenstown’s Food Rescue Lead – as he shares how their team rescues food, supports the community, and how hunters like us are becoming part of that mission.

🔪 Live Butchery Masterclass – Learn from the best as our own Alex Gale breaks down a deer on the spot and shares insights from over 50 years in the field. Alex is:

Author of The New Zealand Deer Hunter’s Handbook

Whether you’re keen to improve your skills, give back, or just connect with fellow hunters, this is a night not to miss.

Whether you’re keen to improve your skills, give back, or just connect with fellow hunters – this is a night not to miss.

📍 Arrowtown Bowling Club
🕡 6.30pm Social Catch-up | 7.30pm Start

All members and guests welcome. Come see how hunting can make a difference.

24/07/2025

⚖️ Submissions close at midnight tonight.

Hunters, this is your chance to be heard.

The Game Animal Council (Herds of Special Interest) Amendment Bill needs your support. It will help protect valued herds like Wapiti in our national parks and strengthen hunter-led management.

This is a numbers game. A quick submission saying "I support the Bill" is all it takes.

Submit here (takes 30 seconds):
https://www.parliament.nz/en/pb/sc/make-a-submission/document/54SCENV_SCF_C38A377C-91AC-4983-68F9-08DD90F2AB46/game-animal-council-herds-of-special-interest-amendment

Need more info? New Zealand Deerstalkers Association Inc has provided helpful guidance here:
https://www.deerstalkers.org.nz/resources/publications/news/advocacy-update-make-a-submission-on-the-herds-of-special-interest-amendment-bill/

Let’s show that hunters care. Every submission counts.

photo Fiordland Wapiti Foundation

11/07/2025

Test Your Skills at the Chaz Forsyth Memorial Hunter Match – 3rd August!

If you’re keen for a challenge that mimics real-life hunting conditions, this is one to check out.

SSANZ is running the Chaz Forsyth Memorial Hunter Match on the 3rd of August at Sparrowhawk Range, near Fairlie. The match honours Dr. Chaz Forsyth’s dedication to hunter education and our shooting community.

About the Match:

20 steel targets hidden in natural terrain

Ranges from 125m to 700m

Only one shot per target – accuracy and wind reading count!

Max 20 rounds needed

3km circuit, so pack light and be ready for a field adventure

Venison on the spit for a feed afterward!

Details:
📍 Sparrowhawk Range, 398 Blainslie Road, Fairlie (4WD recommended)
🗓 Match Date: 3rd August 2025
🕗 Entries open online from 8:30am, 30th June 2025
💲 General Public Entry: $81
💲 SSANZ Members/TSSP Non-Student: $61
💲 TSSP Current Student Camp + Match: $25

Register here: Practiscore link

This is a great way to sharpen your skills, learn, and honour Chaz’s legacy. Spectators and supervised shooters are welcome too. Let’s help spread the word and make it a great day!

24/06/2025

Join us Thursday, 26 June at the Arrowtown Bowling Club for a night of fast-paced hunting stories from NZ and beyond.

Join us Wednesday 26 June at the Arrowtown Bowling Club for a night of fast-paced hunting stories from NZ and beyond.

🦌 Stewart Island whitetail
🦁 African safari
🐐 High country tahr missions

We’ve got three members sharing quickfire tales from recent hunts — no fluff, just good yarns and solid inspiration.

📍 Arrowtown Bowling Club
🕡 Drinks from 6:30 PM
🎤 Talks kick off at 7:30 PM

Whether you’ve been getting out or just dreaming of the next mission, come along for a catch-up, a beer, and a few bloody good stories.

All welcome — bring a mate!

07/06/2025

Check out this prize haul for our Winter Shooting Competition this Sunday 8th of June.

We’ve just picked up a stack of prizes from Hunting & Fishing Queenstown torches, gear, gift cards, and more.

We’ve got prizes lined up for Open, Women’s, and Junior competitors, as well as loads of spot prizes!

Plus, Swazi have thrown in some awesome gear just for our junior members.

If you needed an excuse to join us at the Winter Shooting Competition, this is it. Come for the shooting, stay for the prizes (and the BBQ, and the yarns).

📅 Range opens 10am — Competition kicks off 10.45am
🎯 Events: New Zealand Deerstalkers Association Inc JM Wilkinson, Hawkes Bay Challenge, Taupō Interbranch Trophy
🔥 BYO lunch for the BBQ
🎁 Spot prizes and category prizes up for grabs

Get registered and get amongst it — see you on the range!

02/06/2025

Why don't you ever hunt a cardboard deer twice? Because once you've bagged one, you realise the whole experience is pretty flat!

Registration is just $25 for NZDA memberspetition on June 8th features plenty of cardboard deer targets, so you can bag as many as you like!

Join us at Fairlight Range for a day of friendly competition using classic deer silhouette targets.

Loads of prizes https://southernlakesnzda.org.nz/event-6167798

Registration just $25 for NZDA members

31/05/2025

Just finished organizing all the details and I'm genuinely excited about this one. We've

got some fantastic prizes lined up from Hunting & Fishing, plus special goodies from Swazi for the juniors.
What I love about this comp is how welcoming it is - whether you're a crack shot or still working on your groupings, there's a place for you! 😄

We're running the classic JM Wilkinson Cup and Hawkes Bay Challenge, plus that fast-paced Taupō Interbranch format that always gets the adrenaline pumping. From prone shots to standing (gulp!), it's proper hunting-style shooting.

The plan:
Sunday 8th of June
📅 Range opens 10am for sighting in
🎯 Competition kicks off 10:45am
🍖 BYO BBQ at 1pm (we've got the barbie sorted!)

Cost: $25 for members, kids under 16 shoot free

Honestly, some of my best shooting memories are from days like this - the friendly rivalry, the "how did you miss THAT?!" banter, and celebrating everyone's improvements. Plus there's something pretty special about being part of a 70+ year NZDA tradition.

Don't have the right rifle? No worries - a few of us can probably sort you out.

Honestly, some of my best shooting memories are from days like this - the friendly rivalry, the "How did you miss THAT?!" banter, and celebrating everyone's improvements. Plus, there's something pretty special about being part of a 70+ year NZDA tradition.

Who's keen? Tag someone who needs to dust off their shooting skills!

29/05/2025

Twizel Fishing Trip Wrap-Up

What a weekend!

Over 20 keen fishos hit the canals for a cracking few days of fishing, laughter, and plenty of yarns. From sun-up to well after dark, lines were in the water and spirits were high.

While the trout were playing hard to get, one solid salmon was landed by John, earning him bragging rights for the trip!

A massive thank you to Nathan for pulling it all together, you made it easy for everyone to just show up and enjoy it.

Great to see families, new faces, and club regulars all getting amongst it. Here’s to making it an annual tradition!

25/05/2025

Pot Luck Dinner + Prizes + Trophies – This Thursday!

Join us for one of the biggest nights on the club calendar. An evening of great food, good company, and a bit of healthy competition.

Evening Schedule
6:00 PM – Kitchen Opens
Drop off your dish and get set for the night.

6:30 PM – Pot Luck Dinner & Drinks
Bring a plate to share; wild game, finger food, dessert—whatever you’ve got, we’ll make room for it.
The bar will be open and it’s the perfect time for a catch-up with fellow members.

7:30 PM – AGM & Club Meeting
Vote in the new committee, hear important club updates, and get involved in what’s coming up next.

➡️ An important part of the AGM is the election of the club’s leadership team: President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, and up to 8 general committee members.
If you’d like to put your hand up or nominate someone else, please email your nomination to [email protected] before the meeting.

8:00 PM – Trophy Awards
Bring along your antlers, tusks, or horns to enter the trophy competition.
If you need official measurements, please contact Katie or Aaron at [email protected] in advance—time on the night is limited.

8:30 PM – Spot Prizes Drawn
Sign the attendance book when you arrive and you’ll be in the draw. Must be present to win!

Address

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 21:30
Tuesday	08:00 - 21:30
Wednesday	08:00 - 21:30
Thursday	08:00 - 21:30
Friday	08:00 - 21:30
Saturday	08:00 - 21:30
Sunday	08:00 - 21:30

Telephone

021-942-328

Website

http://southernlakesnzda.org.nz/

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