South Coast Small Game

Farmers talk, which means the way in which you conduct yourself can either have dire consequences or increased hunting opportunities. In our case, we have gained access to a combined total of 1000 acres of prime small game country by working with land holders, who individually own smaller properties. In the modern era, that’s a rarity worth fostering, because once trust is breached, it’s impossible to earn back.

In paddocks where the number of rabbits used to be overwhelming, today there are relatively few. Such things are cyclic in nature and a change of quarry, or tactics, is often required. In recent times, we have focussed on whistling foxes, using rim fire rifles and shotguns. On small properties, the short effective range and relatively low noise of such firearms, negates complaints from less hunter-friendly neighbours, and keeps you in the good books with farmers who might be interested in inviting you onto their property.

Try as they might, farmers wage a constant battle against blackberry thickets, which provide ample