Chalkies hunting
Located in Coastal Otago north of the Catlins hunting in the Otago region
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Introduction
Chalkies hunting block in the Silverstream valley, northwest of Dunedin, offers pig and red deer hunting.Species
- Deer - Red
- Pigs
Permit requirements
This hunting area is covered by an 'open area permit' – get it online or from a DOC office.
Seasonal restrictions
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Dog access
About this hunting block
Animals present are pigs and red deer.
General information
This area is situated in the Silverstream valley, northwest of Dunedin.
A significant amount of the area is podocarp and broadleaf, merging into mānuka and snow tussock grasslands on the tops.
Access
Access is via Silverstream Valley Road. The road is suitable for all vehicles.
Maps
NZTopo50 series: CE17
Chalkies hunting block map (PDF, 1,574K)
Know before you go
Dogs
Dogs are allowed in this block with a hunting permit. If accessing the block over private land, you must have landholder permission to take your dog.
Help control wallabies in this area by reporting sightings
Wallabies can displace other species, affect pastures and native species' habitats.
They also potentially impact production and native ecosystems.
Report your sighting online – it only takes a few minutes.
You can also report wallaby sightings by calling 0800 80 99 66.
Contacts
| Ōtepoti / Dunedin Office | |
| Phone: | 03 477 0677 |
| Fax: | +64 4 471 1117 |
| Email: | dunedinoffice@doc.govt.nz |
| Address: |
Level 1 John Wickliffe House 265 Princes Street Dunedin 9016 |
| Postal Address: |
PO Box 5244 Dunedin 9054 |
| Full office details | |
