NZ HUNTER MAGAZINE How To
There are many aspects relevant to planning and preparing for a hunting trip. These include, but are not limited to, weather, camping, navigation, river crossings, clothing, food and equipment, and emergencies preparedness.
Specific considerations for these may well differ significantly depending on whether your hunting trip is below or above the bush line where the environments and terrain are very different.
Do not underestimate the importance of a dedicated pre-trip planning and preparation phase, as this is the key to having a safe and successful hunting trip. Your considerations should include the purpose of If they don't, consider tagging along with a more experienced party first. Do not forget that once you establish your trip plan pass on your intentions to another person; that way if you do not return as planned, they can alert emergency services.
