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Red Stag Hunting in New Zealand

A journey to New Zealand sheds light not on a hunt, but the brief moments that make life worth living. Senior Editor Karen Mehall ventures to the South Pacific to roam the hills in search of trophy stag.

Anti-Hunters Fail in Attempt to Ban Hunting in New Zealand Says Country’s Professional Hunting Guides Association

Though a 2015 law passed in New Zealand now defines animals as "sentient beings," hunting remains a lawful activity.

Tahr for Two

Some say game animals don't belong on New Zealand's South Island, but for hunters they could be in no better place.

Deer on the Other Side of the World

Here’s why some hunters will go all the way to New Zealand to experience what we already know.

Traversing Middle Earth

The backcountry of New Zealand’s South Island is tailor-made for the young at heart. Middle-aged hunters tackle it at their peril.

Meet RoboDuck: Duck's Bill Repaired with Wire Mesh

The injury was horrific—when the mallard was rescued by a local New Zealand SPCA, the lower half of its bill was completely torn off and broken, leaving its tongue dangling through a hole under its chin.

‘Hunt for the Wilderpeople’ Hits the Bullseye

Rather than accept another move, foster kid Ricky escapes to the wilds of New Zealand with his “Uncle Hec” (Sam Neill). On the lam in the backcountry during a national manhunt, the old man and the boy hunt, live off the land and overcome their differences to survive as a family.

Going Global: Browning and Winchester

Editorial Director John Zent had the opportunity to put some of Browning and Winchester's finest wares to use on a red stag hunt in New Zealand. Here's what he thought.

Book Review: The Practical Guide to Reloading

Keith Wood takes a closer look at Nathan Foster's "The Practical Guide to Reloading."

Recipe: Venison and Mushroom Pie

This delicious recipe requires minimal ingredients, and can be made ahead of time and stored in the freezer for quick, easy weeknight meals the whole family will enjoy.

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