Red Deer Trophy Hunt & Taxidermy Raffle

Are you ready for the ultimate hunting experience? The Illawarra Hunting Club is giving you the chance to win a fully guided red deer hunt in Coolah, NSW, complete with professional guidance and taxidermy services. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to test your skills. The aim will be to bring home a 10-18 point stag, so get your tickets now and be in the draw to win! 

 

Terms and Conditions

Eligibility:

  1. Participants must be over 18 years of age.

  2. The winner must possess a valid NSW firearms licence or demonstrate proficiency with a bow.

  3. The winner must be able to drive to the location in Coolah, NSW.

  4. The winner must notify the guide if they are unable to attend the hunt on the scheduled dates.

Raffle Details:

  1. Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased at meetings or via bank transfer.

  2. The raffle replaces the Black List draw and will be drawn at the Christmas party.

  3. Tickets are non-refundable.

  4. Tickets are available up until the Xmas party, with transfers stopping on 1st December.

Hunt Details:

  1. The hunt will take place from 10th–13th April 2026 in Coolah, NSW.

  2. The winner must arrive at Coolah by lunchtime on Friday, 10th April, for a briefing and weapon sight check.

  3. The hunt is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, with departure on Monday.

Included in the Prize:

  1. Accommodation in cabins with shelter, kitchen, and cooking utensils provided.

  2. A professional guide for two days.

  3. Assistance with caping, butchering, and preparing the harvested deer.

Winner's Responsibilities:

  1. The winner must bring their own:

    • Food, water, and drinks.

    • Sleeping bag, pillow, and other personal items.

    • Firearm or bow (recommended calibre: .30 cal).

    • Esky for meat storage.

  2. The winner must take at least 50% of the harvested meat.

  3. If the chosen deer is not dropped on the spot, the winner must assist the guide in tracking and retrieving the animal.

Additional Guests:

  1. The winner may bring one non-hunting guest at no additional cost.

  2. A second person may hunt at the cost of approximately $3000+, depending on the type of deer they intend to harvest.

Hunt Outcomes:

  1. If no deer is successfully harvested by Monday, the winner may rebook with the guide for a $500 fee.

  2. The $500 rebooking fee will only be covered by the club if the hunt is canceled due to extreme weather.

  3. If the hunt is unsuccessful due to any other reason, the winner must pay the rebooking fee directly.

Taxidermy:

  1. The prize includes taxidermy services provided by Mick Formosa from South Coast Taxidermy.

  2. Any additional taxidermy work outside the scope of the prize may incur extra charges.

Other Terms:

  1. The hunt dates are fixed and will not be rescheduled for personal reasons.

  2. The prize is transferable to another IHC member if unable to go. Two weeks' notice must be given to the IHC committee.

  3. The club is not responsible for any injuries, accidents, or damages incurred during the hunt.

  4. By entering the raffle, participants agree to these terms and conditions.

 

Entry & Payment:

Entrants must complete their details below and submit payment for their entry to be valid.

For bank transfers, include "Red Deer" + your full name in the payment description (e.g., "Red Deer John Smith").

Bank Details:
Account Name: Illawarra Hunting Club
Account Number: 200 776 118
BSB: 641-800

For any questions, please contact the committee.

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