Spring’s a great time to get after it. Whether your filling the freezer on the river flats or chasing bulls and bucks in the big stuff, it pays to understand a few of the hazards associated with hunting at this time of the year.

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

Winter hunting has it’s own unique set of challenges, and a mistake made in an alpine environment usually has a much more serious outcome.

Pig hunters lead the way in hunting related injury statistics. Here’s Shaun Monks 10 tips for avoiding injury, so you can learn from his mistakes.

Firearms safety is all about good habits, here's a few things to think about this roar.

Tahr hunting terrain can be serious, especially above the snowline. Here's some thoughts on staying safe and a video of Hugh Bagleys bull of a lifetime in some seriously problematic terrain.

It's not always going to go to plan

Who you calling a gun nut? with Jeremy Callander

Firearm safety - Passing on good habits with Jason Searle