Taihape Deer Stalkers Association

02/04/2026

Wishing everyone a safe and action packed roar this Easter weekend. The Taihape lads have been busy getting after it.

Stay safe and warm barrels.

09/02/2026

Remember, submissions on the Arms Bill close on the 16th Feb. It only takes a few minutes for a simple submission! Follow the link below to NZDA and COLFO submission guides.

https://www.deerstalkers.org.nz/resources/publications/news/arms-bill-make-your-submission?fbclid=IwdGRjcAP3Mr1jbGNrA_cyomV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHkrBMIzBdFfONvI6nweitDoLrxAjNYyof7b4VkI7Yg2yzokibiYs-pl8Pr7r_aem_gvZiOe_je3s5XeYSEVxBvA

Contents: Links to Government Webpages; including the Arms Bill NZDA's Submission (coming soon) NZDA's Position Statement NZDA Submission Guide (word document) Other organisation's submissions (as…

24/01/2026

Muddy waters gong shoot 1st Feb - 200-1200+ yards

06/07/2025

Good shooting everyone ! and Congratulations to Andy for taking the win (again)!

25/05/2024

RESCHEDULED - Todays Swazi shoot will be cancelled as the conditions are not great.

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22/04/2024

It's a great time of year, the roar and then straight into some Duck hunting. Hope the ponds aren't too dry and the maimais, dog's and gear are ready to go!

07/04/2024

The red roar is in full swing and the Sika are cranking up too. Lathan and James have been busy, with Lathan securing his first 8pt Sika. We hope everyone is getting out there and having a safe enjoyable time.
Remember Identify your target always, hot barrels!

04/03/2024

Another cracker long range precision shoot in the bag. Some good shooting on display with Phil taking 1st, Ian 2nd and Alistair 3rd. Thanks to all those who attended.

01/02/2024

The Taihape trophy shoot was an enjoyable days shooting, nice to see some new faces and well done to our trophy winners.

Stay tuned for the next event on the 25th Feb 2024 NZDA Taihape Long range precision shoot. This is one not to be missed with plenty of opportunity to test accuracy at distance.

08/11/2023

Another great day at our annual Taihape vs Hawke’s Bay taruarau shoot! Well done Taihape on bringing the cup back!!

21/06/2023

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