TIPS

Tip from: Russell Summers

If you are hunting or tramping alone, take the security of a 406 EPIRB. With accuracy of approximately 100 metres, in the case of an accident you have a much better chance of being found quickly. I recommend the ACR which costs approximately $749.

Tip from: Russell Summers

For a small hunting and tramping tent, look for a tent that has more than the standard corner-to-corner poles. Extra bracing poles will make for a much stronger tent to withstand wind and snow. I recommend the Coleman Epsilon 2 or 3 person for $299 - $399.

Tip from: Russell Summers

Any experienced tramper will tell you that New Zealand's weather conditions can be extremely volatile. It always pays to take a handheld compass with you plus a spare set of batteries for your GPS. I recommend Silva compasses priced from around $30 and $10 for a spare pair of batteries for your GPS. It beats sleeping out in the cold for the night.

Both are available from Hunting & Fishing New Zealand.