Sika Deer Hunting New Zealand - EP 4 (Sika hunting during the rut plus Tips on Calling in Stags)

[@dprcontracting6299]

Some fantastic footage there gentlemen. Did 3 seasons culling in the Kawekas and this brings back a few memories. Thank you.

[@chrisrea7347]

Guys, what an instructive and great quality video. I am now 67 and have never been very successful with Sika and I learnt a lot from your comments and the video. Thanks.

[@AJProductions-films]

Hi Chris, we just provide information that could work for other hunters when chasing Sika.

[@waikarimoana]

Great video and nice footage, thumbs up and good luck for the next hunt.

[@AJProductions-films]

Thanks 👍

[@debramage739]

Well done, nice clean shots. Love the camera work. Thanks lads.

[@AJProductions-films]

Much appreciated!

[@richardt.4224]

Great clear camera work guys, especialy with that stag walking around infront of you that close. Lovely shot placement too. Cheers....RT.

[@AJProductions-films]

Thanks for the comments Richard. If you want good clear footage on hunting Sika you need to dedicate your time behind the camera, not the rifle.

[@MountainMan_NZ]

Loved n subbed AJ!

[@Wllymeme]

Excellent Video guys......you can't beat the roar....great stuff .

[@AJProductions-films]

Thanks Robin.

[@jasonbates1407]

Great footage again :)

[@AJProductions-films]

Thanks Jason.

[@camellis3335]

Awesome video. Cheers for the yards put in

[@AJProductions-films]

No problem 👍

[@tonycrapp6349]

That’s got the blood pumping another great video guys

[@AJProductions-films]

Thanks for your feedback Tony.

[@SuperROBERTJAMES]

love this video thanks for sharing it

[@AJProductions-films]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@DustinHuntingNZ]

Enjoying these videos, learning lots aswel. Cheers

[@AJProductions-films]

Glad you like them!

[@English_Speaking_Fox]

Love it. A nice short bush rifle with open sights is very useful in these conditions, I've taken to using a Browning BAR .308 with open sights. Great to see the .30-30 showing the Europeans how its done (it's illegal there - not enough power apparently.....)!

[@AJProductions-films]

The 30/30 is a great bush rifle and I think it holds the record for the most number of game animals taken in North America.

[@pt4036]

another awesum video couldn't get back over the ditch last year or this year either because of covid hopefully next year will happen until then i just enjoy you guys posting up videos like this

[@AJProductions-films]

Thanks PT. Hopefully next year you can get back. Cheers

[@stevegarland9063]

Very good viewing thanks for sharing.

[@AJProductions-films]

Steve, glad you enjoyed it.

[@chaseandgather]

Thanks heaps for sharing. Really excellent information and knowledge 🙌

[@AJProductions-films]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mikearnold4675]

Again, wonderful video footage and like you mention if you can keep your finger off the trigger some cool encounters can occur.! Thanks.

[@AJProductions-films]

Mike, we probably only shoot maybe 10% of the deer we see so we get to film most of the other encounters.

[@robertbradnock1164]

That was very cool. Gets your heart pumping and count down on for the roar this year as 2020 was a n/a lol so that calling routine can you tell me more please as I feel I call to much on the days when they are not calling.

[@AJProductions-films]

Robert, there is no set routine when calling Sika but we think many hunters can over do it. We use the single call maybe 4-6 times an hour and the he-haw call at around 30 minute intervals but we wait at least 10 minutes after a call before moving on, sometimes even up to 30 minutes before moving. But if a Stag is single calling them we don't do any calls and just sneak in, and be aware of any hinds or satellite stags as these will be the first animals you encounter before seeing the master stag. If a Stag is on the single call and following a hind, no calling in the world will take him away from her. And make sure the wind is in your favour when calling. Hope this info is of help.

[@RFKNS]

When’s your next video I just watched all 4 episodes and the videos are so good I love it

[@AJProductions-films]

RFKNS, Glad you enjoy them. If all goes well with our Sika rut this year, then hope to upload a new clip around mid-year.

[@greghughson7450]

Amazing footage, cheers 👍

[@AJProductions-films]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@SSRhys]

Enjoyed that series, excellent footage guys, loved it 👍 That's got me excited to get in there! Cheers

[@AJProductions-films]

Thanks Mad Fisho. We are looking forward to getting back into the hills for the Sika rut.

[@deertrackernz2203]

Solid video guys, Some good tips to!

[@AJProductions-films]

Glad it was helpful!

[@1mykah]

Epic vid and info!!!

[@AJProductions-films]

Glad you enjoyed it.

[@nathanfoot2074]

Awesome footage, what's the balaclava you used called?

[@AJProductions-films]

Hi Nathan, they are a camouflage mesh face covering made by Primos.

[@garthdimock6619]

Fantastic footage and commentary, another enthralling vid, these videos help keep me in touch with home thanks.One question if I may, what camera do you think would be most convenient for solo hunter ? Cheers atb.

[@AJProductions-films]

Hi Garth, glad you enjoy the videos. I'm no expert when it comes to filming solo hunts but I do see many use a GoPro or similar. However I am not a fan of them or any other camera of that nature because in most cases the audio is poor and the animals look miles away. Most of our latest Sika videos were filmed using a Canon XA20 however have just upgraded to the 4K Canon XA50 model. With camcorders you get both good video and audio. Many solo hunter videos in my opinion are let down by bad audio. I am currently also trying out a DSLR camera with a zoom lens. But when using a DSLR or Mirrorless camera you need to use an external microphone. I key benefit when using a DSLR or Mirrorless camera is you not only get very good video you can take great still photos. But you could also try a compact camera like the Canon PowerShot SX70 HS or a similar brand that has a built-in zoom. They give reasonable video quality but you do need to use an external mic as most built-in mics on DSLR, Mirrorless etc are not great. Of course, all will depend on your budget. Cheers Allan

[@garthdimock6619]

Thank you so much, cheers atb.

[@steezwizard9462]

What ammo are u using in the 3030 levereverlution great vid btw

[@AJProductions-films]

Winchester 150gr hollow points

[@gantengmubazir7954]

👏👍

[@nakedeagle3828]

Looks like the Kaimanawas

[@AJProductions-films]

Ahimanawas actually.

[@nakedeagle3828]

​@@AJProductions-films Ah! with Chris Cross aye, I heard conditions in there are superb this year.

[@tonethegroan]

No blaze? Is there a reason why?

[@AJProductions-films]

Hi Tony, you will see that a blaze orange hat is sometimes worn in our other Sika deer hunting video clips but not in this clip as you have pointed out. Apart from that, there is no real reason why. Blaze clothing is a personal preference and many hunters here in New Zealand do not wear blaze clothing. However, me as the person behind the camera does not own any blaze clothing. All my hunting gear is either camo or green.

[@bobdole0525]

What's the sika population like in NZ? Are they a pest?

[@AJProductions-films]

Hi Bob, we have a healthy population of Sika deer and like all introduced game animals, some may consider them to be pests. However, we are all hopeful for a change of thinking regarding this and since our Sika are in a localized region and are very much sort after as a Trophy deer species we would like to see them as a heard of special interest.

[@aaronwarren3850]

Really awesome footage While I’ve been relatively successful over the years due too an accident last yr I’m much slower Would you be interested in taking me on a paid guiding hunt next year Cheers Aaron

[@AJProductions-films]

Hi Aaron, glad you liked the video. Sorry to hear about the accident. We don't do guiding sorry but could recommend some others that do. Let us know. Cheers A J Productions.

[@ChasingGiants23]

Just some amazing footage. We run spec ops here in Oz. Our Channel.Fallow deer TV

[@AJProductions-films]

Thanks for the comment. Browning Spec Ops are great cameras. Will check out your channel. Cheers