Accommodation

Best Western Camelot Motor Lodge

For great Christchurch Accommodation close to the city centre but with nice quiet rooms (to let you sleep well before your day fishing or hunting) we recommend Best Western Camelot Motor Lodge.

AA Supreme Host of the Year: Winner 2008, Runner Up 2009. Rated Qualmark 4 Star Excellent

No 52

Quality self contained accommodation, only 2 minutes walk from the centre of Methven. #52 is a quiet private apartment with modern amenites and friendly host’s.

52 main St, Methven, New Zealand

Ph: 0274 043950
Website at www.no52.co.nz

Glenbrae Bed and Breakfast

Glenbrae is a warm, sunny Bed and Breakfast, built in 1996 to take advantage of the all day sun. Surrounded by beautiful gardens in a secure and quiet location, only minutes from the town centre. Glenbrae looks out over the local foothills with views of Mt Hutt and Mt Somers.

134 Forest Drive, Methven 7730, Canterbury
Ph: (03) 302 8391 | Fax: (03) 302 8139
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Mt Hutt Motels

Look out over award winning gardens & manicured lawns from our large well appointed self catering studio & two bedroom apartments

205 Main St., P.O. Box 76, Methven Mt Hutt Village
Ph: (03) 302 8382 | Fax: (03) 302 8382

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Glenrock Lodge

Glenrock is a working backcountry station [ranch], located right on the banks of the upper Rakaia River. It is ideally situated to take advantage of the many fishing opportunities in the headwaters of the Rakaia River and several iconic spring creeks. It is also an excellent base for some of our free range hunts.

Double Hill Run Road, Methven, New Zealand
Ph: +64 3 318 5855 | E-Mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Web: www.glenrocklodge.co.nz

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Stoney Creek

We have the gear for your next adventure - hunting, tramping, backpacking or travelling; where ever the destination maybe.

Our aim is to bring to you risk free online shopping. Where you can buy quality hunting, tramping, backpacking and travelling supplies from the comfort of your own home and have them delivered to your front door. See our online shopping details, guarantees etc.

128 Willow Street, Tauranga, New Zealand.
Ph: +64 7 577 9254 | Fax: +64 7 5779509

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website at www.stoneycreek.co.nz

NZ Professional Hunting Guides Assn

The formation of the New Zealand Professional Hunting Guides Association arise from senior industry members seeking to upgrade the industry over-all, determined to provide a consistently high standard of professional service to all who visited New Zealand to trophy hunt.

Manuka Point Lodge, R.D. Methven 7791
Don Patterson - President

Ph: +64 3 318 5878 | Fax: +64 3 318 5879
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website at www.nzphga.com

NZ Professional Fishing Guides Assn

New Zealand Professional Fishing Guides' Association Is The National Body Representing Fishing Guides Throughout New Zealand.

P O Box 574, GISBORNE, New Zealand
Ph: +64 6 868 4214 | Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
website at www.fishingguides.co.nz

Safari Supply Co

New Zealand is a nation of adventurers with many of us participating in a wide range of activities. The Safari Supply Company was set up to help New Zealanders find products and services to enable and enhance their adventures, we are pleased that international customers find our range of appeal too.

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Proguides

ProGuides is a non-profit professional association of tour guides and driver/guides in New Zealand.

The tour guide profession consists of lot of individuals doing a highly qualified job. ProGuides as an industry body is highly recognized and valued by the wider industry.

123 Woodglen Rd, Glen Eden, Auckland 0602

Ph: +64 9 818 2360 | Fax: +64 9-818 2360
Freephone: 0800 ProGuides | Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Website at www.proguides.co.nz

Metvuw.com

website at www.metvuw.com

NZ Mountain Safety Council

MSC is a national organisation responsible for safety in land based outdoor activities. We facilitate the setting of standards, offer training, distribute resources, lead public awareness campaigns and foster positive support in the community so that more people can discover and enjoy New Zealand's outdoors safely.

19 Tory Street, PO Box 6027, Wellington, 6141

Ph: +64 4 385 7162 | Fax: +64 4 385 7366
Website at www.mountainsafety.org.nz

Ecan River Reports

Find out the river flow data for sites around Canterbury.

Website at http://www.ecan.govt.nz

Dept of Conversation, Fish and Game NZ

‘Fish and Game New Zealand’ is the collective brand name of the New Zealand Fish and Game Council and 12 regional Fish and Game Councils established in 1990 to represent the interests of anglers and hunters, and provides co-ordination of the management, enhancement, and maintenance of sports fish and game (Section 26B of the Conservation Act 1987). Fish and Game councils are the statutory managers of sports fish and game bird resources and their sustainable recreational use by anglers and hunters New Zealand wide, except in the Chatham Islands and for fishing in the Lake Taupo catchment where it is managed by the Department of Conservation.

Website at www.fishandgame.org.nz

What's included in each trip?

The daily rate is all inclusive of guiding, transport by Licensed 4WD, lunches, Access and Concession fees, waders and tackle if required, and a complimentary Photo CD of the days fishing. Licenses are not included. Extended or overnight fishing itineraries are all inclusive of guiding, transport, all meals, accommodation, access and concession fees, waders and tackle if required. Licenses and alcoholic beverages are not included.

What happens if the weather's bad?

We operate in most weather conditions as our location allows to find fishable conditions somewhere within our region. However there may be occasions when the weather will dictate a change of fishing method or location. If you have chosen to join us for one of our overnight or extended fishing packages we will choose our direction of travel and locations to take the best advantage of the weather during your stay.

How fit do I need to be?

We are able to cater for any standard of fitness, but for the remote headwater type trophy fishing the fitter you are the better will be your fishing experience. On some days we can walk up to 5 km's away from the vehicle.

What experience do I need to have?

We cater for beginners right through to experts. Our philosophy is to have fun no matter what your fishing ability and we will choose a location suitable for your fishing ability and requirements.

What do I need to take with me?

We are able to provide rods, reels, lines, tackle and waders if required. The only things considered essential are a hat or cap, dull coloured clothing, insect repellant, sunscreen and camera and a sense of humour. Polaroid glasses are also essential and we have spare CDX glasses if you dont have any. On confirmation of your fishing trip or package, we will provide you with a comprehensive Fishing Information document, should you need it, to ensure you are fully prepared for your adventure.

How do we get there?

We are strategically based in Methven, close to the Canterbury backcountry and the majestic Southern Alps. Methven is approximately an hour from ChCh International Airport. We can provide a map of the Central South Island with the Fishing Information document. For all overnight and extended itineraries we pick you up from either the airport or your accommodation in the Christchurch area.

What experience do the guides have?

Owner and senior guide, Al Kircher, has been fishing and hunting throughout the South New Zealand for over 35 years and has been guiding since 1985. He is also a member of the NZ Professional Hunting Guides Assn, the NZ Professional Fishing Guides Assn, and a recognised Mountain Safety Council Outdoor leader. At times we use other experienced guides to compliment our guiding operation,these guides are selected on their ability to excel and to provide the best possible fishing or hunting experience. All guides have current First Aid Certificates and appropriate licenses as required by Industry Standards.

Where do we fish?

We are able to fish throughout the South Island, depending on the itinerary you have chosen. From the braided rivers and streams of the Central South Island to the bushclad rivers and lakes of the West Coast, from Nelson, and down in to South Westland and Fiordland.