How to load NSW State Forest Hunting Maps using Avenza Maps on your phone

I bumped into a hunter in Bondi State Forest and as you do, started to compare locations. As he was showing me his maps, I noticed he was not using the correct maps supplied by NSW DPI. When I asked him about this, he said he had no idea on how to setup his phone to use the DPI maps. Simple for some people, difficult for others. Read on if you don’t know how to load the maps onto your smart phone.

Continue reading “How to load NSW State Forest Hunting Maps using Avenza Maps on your phone”

How to use Google Earth to find NSW State Forest Hunting Spots

How to use Google Earth to find hunting spots in NSW State Forests

Using Google Earth to find hunting spots requires patience and some ground experience. It is easy to see little clearings – these obvious spots will also be obvious to other hunters. When you identify a clearing and get out and have a look, most of the time you will be disappointed. Most clearings tend to be either marginal ground where vegetation doesn’t thrive or it will thick shrubs such as dog wood or blackberries.

Continue reading “How to use Google Earth to find NSW State Forest Hunting Spots”