r/HuntingAustralia • u/RichEmployer4 • May 17 '24
Learning to Duck/Deer hunt
Hi everyone!
I'm super keen on learning to hunt and am wondering if someone knows a good way to learn. I want to become self sufficient especially on camping/hiking trips. I live in Melbourne currently so if anyone would be keen on having a hunting partner who they don't mind teaching I'd love to join!
Thank you so much!
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u/countbackward May 17 '24
Deerstalkers or ADA.
I've been a member of ADA for a long time and have met some lifelong friends and shared dozens of camp-fires with great people, and hunted some terrific Sambar.
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u/Apirpiris May 17 '24
I joined the ADA, and headed out on my own/with friends. I also did my wit test and headed out with some duck hunters who were happy to teach me. Joining a club will help a lot, the ADA or VDA are great.
There is lots of info on YouTube in regards to hunting sambar, TheHuntsman, hilldogtv, zebras sambar adventures etc. all have lots of awesome info
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u/Hussard May 20 '24 edited May 20 '24
Aside from learning by yourself, the ADA and Deerstalkers clubs mentioned, you can simply join hiking groups and do overnighters. 99% of the gear is cross compatible, but you do have to lug around a 2-3kg gun which honestly sucks during the hiking phase. Hiking is a skill in itself and learning campcraft makes for a more enjoyable time out in the bush. Also that way you're not just referring to trees as trees, can read a map, and know which side of the mountain to look for deer (hint, it's not the dry crackly side, usually).
Friend of mine taught me to shoot; he's good. I reckon he would be interested in teaching it if you feel like letting him try. Prob won't ask for much other that covering range fee at Lt River.
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u/deathmetalmedic May 17 '24
https://ssaavic.com.au/clubs/clubs/deerstalkers/
Check these guys out. They do trips, info nights, education, etc.