Pig Hunting and Possum Shooting

Wairangi Station is famous for the game animals which roam freely over most of its hills and river valleys.  Deer and goat hunting are now reserved but guided pig hunting and possum shooting, and clay bird shooting, are available (at an extra cost) for guests staying at Wairangi Cottage. 

Guided pig hunting:  Experienced hunters, Dan Te Tau or Albert Wheatley and their dogs will guide you  for what could be one of the most exciting hunts of your life over Wairangi's rugged countryside. Dan has 30 years pig hunting experience and knows Wairangi and its game.  Cost:  $150 per person per day.  Maximum 3 persons per guide.  Start:  First light (5am) from Wairangi Cottage. Hunting  time adjusted for clients' fitness and experience.   Guests must be staying at Wairangi Cottage and usually need to book hunting in advance.

Guided spotlighting and possum shooting:  Usually at night and fun for novice shooters.  Must be guided unless the shooter has a firearms licence and can satisfy the Farm Manager of his experience and safety knowledge. Cost:  $30 per hour for guide. Minimum two hours. Possums have been subject to a 1080 drop so aren't as plentiful at present.  There are rabbits and hares to shoot.

Clay bird shooting:  A licensed independent mobile clay bird shooting business will come to Wairangi and set up for guests in one of the valleys.  Try your skills with a shotgun on bright orange clay discs.  Enjoyable for everyone.

For more details:  contact:  Catharine Franks  0064 (4) 385 9524  or 027 222 9332  e-images@paradise.net.nz

Updated July 2007