Hunting Tips & Info
This section has updates on research undertaken by Fish & Game, as well as advice and tips for those wanting to take part in improving habitat for game birds.
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Game Bird Hunting Code of Conduct
Fish & Game wants hunters to be ethical and responsible when in the field, for the best practice advice we...
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Hunting Tips
On this page you'll find all the latest game bird hunting news, events and comment articles from across New Zealand. *KNOW...
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How to build a Maimai - Plans and Construction Guidelines
A well constructed and maintained Maimai or stand can only reflect positively on the pursuit of waterfowl hunting and ultimately...
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Decoys: To flap, or not to flap....
Andrew Currie explores the versatility of motorised duck decoys and explores whether they actually work. Click here[/assets/Uploads/To-flap-or-not-to-flap.pdf] to read...
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Prep. & Cook Game Birds
Achieving safe and tasty table fare begins the moment you shoot the bird.
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Distinguishing Grey ducks from Mallards
What's in the Bag? When it comes to inspecting a hunter’s bag of ducks, there is invariably some discussion around identifying...
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Keeping your kids in the game
“Dad, it’s cold, can we go home,” “I’m bored,” “There’s never any ducks dad, let’s just go…” - Ever heard...
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Mallard Duck Research
Fish & Game is dedicating a significant amount of resources and staff time to mallard research. Here you'll be able...
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