Ep. 127 | New Zealand hunt recap and tips for a traveling hunter
Digest
Remy Warren, a professional guide and hunter, shares his recent hunting trip to New Zealand for fallow deer. He discusses his rifle setup, including his choice of a 308 caliber for its worldwide availability and reliability. He also provides 10 travel tips for hunters, emphasizing the importance of shooting your rifle or bow upon arrival, knowing airline rules and regulations, having a meat return plan, keeping valuable gear with you, and bringing a saw for skull capping or removing brain matter. Remy also recommends Onyx Hunt mapping software and Vortex Viper HD scopes, offering discounts for LiveWild podcast listeners.
Outlines
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Introduction
This Chapter introduces Remy Warren, a professional guide and hunter, and his LiveWild podcast, which focuses on sharing his hunting knowledge and adventures. He mentions his partnership with Mountain Tough and Yeti, offering listeners six free weeks of Mountain Tough's training app with code LiveWild.
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New Zealand Fallow Deer Hunt
This Chapter dives into Remy's recent hunting trip to New Zealand for fallow deer. He recounts the story of the hunt, including his hunt winner, Brian Smith, and the challenges of finding mature bucks during the rut. He describes the terrain and the unique characteristics of fallow deer, highlighting the excitement of the hunt.
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Rifle Setup and Caliber Choice
This Chapter focuses on Remy's rifle setup for the New Zealand hunt. He discusses his preference for the 308 caliber due to its worldwide availability and reliability, especially when traveling internationally. He contrasts it with other popular calibers like 300 Win Mag and 6.5 Creedmoor, highlighting the importance of considering ammunition availability and ease of acquisition when traveling.
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Travel Tips for Hunters
This Chapter provides 10 travel tips for hunters, covering both driving and flying. Remy emphasizes the importance of shooting your rifle or bow upon arrival to ensure accuracy and functionality. He also advises on knowing airline rules and regulations, having a meat return plan, keeping valuable gear with you, and bringing a saw for skull capping or removing brain matter.
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Product Recommendations
This Chapter features Remy's recommendations for hunting gear. He highlights Onyx Hunt mapping software, offering a 20% discount for LiveWild podcast listeners. He also discusses the new Vortex Viper HD scopes, emphasizing their features and benefits for hunters.
Keywords
Remy Warren
Remy Warren is a professional guide and hunter, known for his expertise in Western big game hunting, particularly elk. He is the host of the LiveWild podcast, where he shares his hunting knowledge and adventures. He is also a partner with Mountain Tough and Yeti, promoting their products and services to his listeners.
LiveWild Podcast
LiveWild Podcast is hosted by Remy Warren, a professional guide and hunter. The podcast focuses on sharing Remy's hunting knowledge and adventures, providing practical hunting tips and insights for both novice and experienced hunters. It covers topics such as hunting techniques, gear reviews, and travel tips.
Fallow Deer
Fallow deer are a species of deer native to the Mediterranean region. They are known for their distinctive reddish-brown coat with white spots, and their large, palmate antlers. Fallow deer are popular game animals, prized for their meat and antlers. They are often found in mountainous terrain and are known for their agility and elusiveness.
New Zealand
New Zealand is an island nation located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. It is known for its stunning natural beauty, including mountains, forests, and coastlines. New Zealand is a popular destination for hunting, offering a variety of game species, including red deer, fallow deer, tar, chamois, wild pigs, and wild goats.
Hunting Rifle Caliber
A hunting rifle caliber refers to the diameter of the bullet fired by the rifle. Different calibers are designed for different purposes, such as hunting different game species or shooting at different distances. Popular hunting rifle calibers include 300 Win Mag, 300 WSM, 300 PRC, 6.5 Creedmoor, and 308 Winchester.
Onyx Hunt
Onyx Hunt is a leading provider of outdoor mapping software for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts. Their software offers detailed maps with private and public land ownership information, offline map capabilities, and various tools for scouting and navigation. Onyx Hunt is highly regarded for its accuracy, functionality, and ease of use.
Vortex Viper HD
Vortex Viper HD is a line of rifle scopes produced by Vortex Optics. They are known for their high-quality optics, durability, and advanced features. The Viper HD line offers a variety of models with different magnifications, reticles, and turrets, catering to different hunting needs and preferences.
Travel Tips
Travel tips are practical advice and suggestions for making travel easier and more enjoyable. They can cover various aspects of travel, such as packing, transportation, accommodation, and safety. In the context of hunting, travel tips focus on specific considerations for hunters, such as firearm regulations, meat return plans, and gear preparation.
CWD
CWD stands for Chronic Wasting Disease, a fatal neurological disease that affects deer, elk, and moose. It is caused by a misfolded protein called a prion. CWD is a serious concern for wildlife managers and hunters, as it can spread rapidly and has no known cure. It is important to follow regulations and guidelines to prevent the spread of CWD.
Q&A
What rifle caliber did Remy Warren choose for his New Zealand fallow deer hunt and why?
Remy chose a 308 caliber for his New Zealand hunt because of its worldwide availability and reliability. He believes that even if his ammunition doesn't make it to his destination, he can easily find a box or two of 308 ammunition locally.
What are some of Remy's travel tips for hunters?
Remy's travel tips include shooting your rifle or bow upon arrival, knowing airline rules and regulations, having a meat return plan, keeping valuable gear with you, and bringing a saw for skull capping or removing brain matter.
What mapping software does Remy recommend and what discount is available for LiveWild podcast listeners?
Remy recommends Onyx Hunt mapping software and offers a 20% discount for LiveWild podcast listeners using code LiveWild.
What are some of the features of the new Vortex Viper HD scopes?
The new Vortex Viper HD scopes feature high-quality optics, durability, and advanced features. They offer a variety of models with different magnifications, reticles, and turrets, catering to different hunting needs and preferences.
What is CWD and why is it important for hunters to be aware of it?
CWD stands for Chronic Wasting Disease, a fatal neurological disease that affects deer, elk, and moose. It is important for hunters to be aware of CWD regulations and guidelines to prevent its spread.
Show Notes
Remi gives you an overview of his recent trip to New Zealand and some tips for the next time you travel to hunt.
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