Raingear - there's a big difference between what’s suitable for a quick hunt on the back of the farm, and what actually works for active hunting in the mountains.

Shaun Monk and Richie Williams strike the chamois rut timing smack on and share with you some truly amazing alpine experiences, including some very up close Chamois encounters.

Summer in the Southern Alps is a time of long days, generally stable weather and a much higher snowline, which means it’s an ideal time to actually explore some of those places you’ve been eyeing on the map all winter and spring.

New Zealand’s merino wool is regarded as one of the world's best insulating fibers and is the foundation of the First Lite layering system. This material offers several unique benefits that clearly give both the active and still hunter a significant advantage over synthetic fibres.

Winter hunting can be rather brutal in the Southern Alps but with good systems, quality gear and a few cunning tricks, you can operate safely and comfortably even above the snowline

A few quick tips for taking better photos and making some lasting memories on that next hunting trip

Camouflage hunting clothing and some of the science behind it

Waterproof and breathable hunting clothing can be a mine field of misinformation. Independant testing like this from First Lite creates transparency for you the consumer.

Hunting apparel has come a long way. Meaning that when the weather finally clears, you're actually still on the hill.