Southern Lakes NZDA upcoming events

Committee Meeting (13 Aug 2026)

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 07:30:00 GMT

Our committee meetings are open to all members, and we encourage anyone interested in helping to organise and support the club to come along.

These meetings are where we plan upcoming events, discuss conservation projects, and make decisions that keep the branch running smoothly.

Members are encouraged to contribute ideas or propose events for the committee to consider. To keep meetings efficient, we ask that any proposals be submitted by email 7 days in advance so they can be circulated to the committee before the meeting.

For more information or to submit a proposal please email info@southernlakesnzda.org.nz.

Voting on decisions remains the role of committee members.

When: 2nd Thursday of every month, 7:30pm
Where: Online via Zoom
How to join: A Zoom link will be shared with members on registration

August Club Night - In Search of the Fiordland Moose with Steve Couper (27 Aug 2026)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMT

August Club Night – In Search of the Fiordland Moose with Steve Couper

Join us on Thursday 27 August at the Arrowtown Bowling Club for another great NZDASL club night.

This month we’re pleased to welcome Steve Couper from Stealth Films, who will be sharing his experience with Ken Tustin and their search for the Fiordland moose.

Steve, who is based here in Queenstown, has spent decades working in the film industry, specialising in the production of hunting and fly fishing photography and videography. He’ll be talking about his work alongside Ken Tustin and the search for the elusive Fiordland moose, with the story brought to life through compelling film footage from their adventures.

This promises to be a fascinating evening, sharing stories from the wilds of Fiordland and exploring one of New Zealand’s most enduring backcountry mysteries. Steve will cover the search itself, the challenges faced, the history behind the legend, and the intrigue that continues to surround the Fiordland moose.

Whether you’re interested in adventure, local history, wildlife, filmmaking, or simply enjoy a good story, this will be a memorable and worthwhile night.

For more information on Steve’s work, check out: stealthfilms.co.nz

Can't make it in person? Join us via Microsoft Teams:
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/45052446816124?p=b7nPnd0pahWjaQNW9G

When
Last Thursday of the month
Bar opens at 7:00pm for social catch-up
Meeting starts at 7.30pm

Where
Arrowtown Bowling Club
6 Hertford St, Arrowtown
(next to the Arrowtown Fire Station)

All members and interested guests are welcome. Come along for a relaxed social catch-up, hear from a great guest speaker, and be part of another enjoyable club night.

New member?
Join us for social drinks before the meeting and meet the members. New faces are always welcome.

Committee Meeting (10 Sep 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 07:30:00 GMT

Our committee meetings are open to all members, and we encourage anyone interested in helping to organise and support the club to come along.

These meetings are where we plan upcoming events, discuss conservation projects, and make decisions that keep the branch running smoothly.

For more information or to submit a proposal please email info@southernlakesnzda.org.nz.

September Club Night - Goat Culling on the Galapagos Islands with Jeff Carter (24 Sep 2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 07:00:00 GMT

September Club Night – Goat Culling on the Galapagos Islands with Jeff Carter

Join us on Thursday 24 September at the Arrowtown Bowling Club for another great NZDASL club night.

This month we’re pleased to welcome Jeff Carter, who will be sharing his experiences from a unique conservation operation involving goat culling on the Galapagos Islands.

For decades, Jeff Carter and Dick Deaker formed one of Fiordland’s most recognisable hunting partnerships — a pilot-shooter duo whose working lives unfolded high above some of New Zealand’s wildest landscapes. Their story wasn’t glamorous, but it was undeniably compelling: two men operating in environments where the margin for error was razor-thin, and success depended on hard work, quick thinking, and complete trust in each other.

Jeff will share stories from his remarkable career, including his experiences culling goats from helicopters on the Galapagos Islands — an archipelago of volcanic islands in the Eastern Pacific, located around the equator, approximately 485 nautical miles west of mainland South America. The operation presented unique challenges, combining remote logistics, conservation goals, and demanding conditions in one of the world’s most distinctive environments.

This promises to be a fascinating evening, offering insight into a remarkable conservation story and the realities of operating in some of the world’s most challenging landscapes. Jeff will share the scale of the work involved, the challenges faced, and the experiences that have shaped his career in the outdoors.

Whether you’re interested in hunting, conservation, aviation, remote operations, or simply hearing about extraordinary adventures in unforgettable places, this will be a night well worth coming along to.

Can't make it in person? Join us via Microsoft Teams:
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/45052446816124?p=b7nPnd0pahWjaQNW9G

When
Last Thursday of the month
Bar opens at 7:00pm for social catch-up
Meeting starts at 7.30pm

Where
Arrowtown Bowling Club
6 Hertford St, Arrowtown
(next to the Arrowtown Fire Station)

All members and interested guests are welcome. Come along for a relaxed social catch-up, hear from a great guest speaker, and be part of another enjoyable club night.

New member?
Join us for social drinks before the meeting and meet the members. New faces are always welcome.

Committee Meeting (8 Oct 2026)

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 06:30:00 GMT

Our committee meetings are open to all members, and we encourage anyone interested in helping to organise and support the club to come along.

These meetings are where we plan upcoming events, discuss conservation projects, and make decisions that keep the branch running smoothly.

For more information or to submit a proposal please email info@southernlakesnzda.org.nz.

October Club Night - DOC Wakatipu Operations and Good Hunting Areas with Davit Butt (29 Oct 2026)

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:00:00 GMT

October Club Night - DOC Wakatipu Operations and Good Hunting Areas with Davit Butt

Join us on Thursday 29 October at the Arrowtown Bowling Club for another great NZDASL club night.

This month we're pleased to welcome Davit Butt, Operations Manager for DOC Wakatipu area, who will be speaking about operations across the local area. We will also hear input from key club members as part of a practical discussion around good hunting areas.

This promises to be an informative and worthwhile evening, combining local knowledge, practical insight, and discussion relevant to hunters in our region. It will be a great opportunity to hear about the Wakatipu area from a DOC perspective while also learning from club members with firsthand experience in the field.

Whether you're interested in local hunting opportunities, land access, regional operations, or picking up useful knowledge from experienced members, this will be a valuable night to be part of.

Can't make it in person? Join us via Microsoft Teams:
https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/45052446816124?p=b7nPnd0pahWjaQNW9G

When
Last Thursday of the month
Bar opens at 7:00pm for social catch-up
Meeting starts at 7.30pm

Where
Arrowtown Bowling Club
6 Hertford St, Arrowtown
(next to the Arrowtown Fire Station)

All members and interested guests are welcome. Come along for a relaxed social catch-up, hear from a great guest speaker, and be part of another enjoyable club night.

New member?
Join us for social drinks before the meeting and meet the members. New faces are always welcome.

Committee Meeting (12 Nov 2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 06:30:00 GMT

Our committee meetings are open to all members, and we encourage anyone interested in helping to organise and support the club to come along.

These meetings are where we plan upcoming events, discuss conservation projects, and make decisions that keep the branch running smoothly.

For more information or to submit a proposal please email info@southernlakesnzda.org.nz.

Committee Meeting (10 Dec 2026)

Thu, 10 Dec 2026 06:30:00 GMT

Our committee meetings are open to all members, and we encourage anyone interested in helping to organise and support the club to come along.

These meetings are where we plan upcoming events, discuss conservation projects, and make decisions that keep the branch running smoothly.

For more information or to submit a proposal please email info@southernlakesnzda.org.nz.

December Club Event - NZDA Picnic at the NZDA Range (17 Dec 2026)

Wed, 16 Dec 2026 11:00:00 GMT

December Club Event - NZDA Picnic at the NZDA Range

Join us on Thursday TBC December for our NZDA Picnic at the NZDASL Range as we round out the year together.

For December, we'll be taking a slightly different approach with a relaxed club picnic at the NZDA range. This will be a great chance to catch up, enjoy the summer atmosphere, and celebrate the year with fellow members, friends, and guests.

It promises to be an easygoing and enjoyable event, focused on good company, conversation, and finishing the year on a positive note.

Further details about timing, what to bring, and any picnic arrangements can be confirmed closer to the event.

When
Time details to be confirmed

Where
NZDASL Range

All members and interested guests are welcome.