I would like to take this opportunity to remind you all that we will be looking for volunteers to help out with the poisoning operations in the Te Tapui reserve that is scheduled to start early/mid May. The contractor has asked for volunteer groups when required of approx six people at a time to help carry in bait stations etc and generally help out where we can. We have given our commitment to Environment Waikato to help out where we can, so if you are available and keen to help, please call me to let me know. Will let you all know whats happening as soon as we get the information around the contractors schedule and requirements with regard to when the volunteers are required and when the reserve will be closed to hunting.

Another couple of events coming up is the AGM on Monday the 4th May and Measuring Night on Thursday 28th May. I would like to see a better turn out for the AGM this year, where this is your opportunity to provide feed back, suggestions, etc etc. We are always looking for volunteers to help out at on the committee and if you cant make it and want to be involved give us a call and register your interest.

Measuring Night is always interesting as to what will actually turn up, as reports so far seem to indicate that things have been unusually quiet so far on the "stag" front, which could be attributed to the warm/mild weather we have had so far. Bring on the cold blasts. Last year we won the Norman Douglas Trophy for the best in antler, horn and tusk with an impressive aggregate score so retaining it for another year could be something to aim for. No pressure.

Most of you will be in the bush when this is sent through so to all those out there "doing it" be safe, identify your target and may you aim be true.

Hot barrels and Tight Lines.

John