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What’s New in New Zealand
by George Zanthos

This past May my wife, Dianne, and I enjoyed a New Zealand hunt (South Island) booked by Wes Hixon Outdoor Adventures and Alex Monahan of Doughboy Safaris. After hearing Ralph Marcum and Joy tell how wonderful their trip was we had to follow! Because Dianne was able to join me this was without a doubt the best hunting trip I have ever taken.

The arrangements and accommodations were all we could have asked for. While I hunted Dianne was entertained, shopping and sightseeing, including nature hikes and the like by Alex’s wife Cheryl. Cheryl handles the ladies and give it 100%. Dianne is already planning a return trip.

I was very fortunate that Dianne was able to be with me when I took my Tahr and Chamois in the mountains. Both animals taken were excellent. The mountains alone were breathtaking and worth the trip. Also while on this trip I took a very nice Red Stag, Fallow Deer and ram as well as a days limit of Paradise ducks.

All in all our experience was wonderful. I sincerely recommend this trip to any of our members who might like to take their companion. This trip, as I understand and experienced, can be designed by Wes and Alex to entertain both hunter and non-hunter as the case may be. Due to our time restraints our trip was limited to ten days, travel included, however, we could have stayed much longer to enjoy the beauty of the South Island.
I could go on and on……