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Issue 3
June/July 2016
Branch hunts in the High Country
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Next ADA Central Vic Annual General Meeting: June 8, 6.30pm @ Longlea Reserve. Hound Hunt Test Applying for your firearms licence? If you’re beginning your journey in learning to hunt, an ADA membership not only puts you in contact with thousands of hunters across Australia, it qualifies your ‘genuine reason’ criteria for a Victorian firearms licence application. If you are looking to join a club and applying for your licence, consider an ADA membership, which will give you access to branch hunts, bi-monthly meetings, hunter education, great fellowship and includes a subscription to the Australian Deer magazine. Visit www.austdeer.com.au
Central Victorian Branch Committee & Officers 2015-16 President: Richard Chan E: centralvic.pres@austdeer.asn.au
Secretary: Daniel Sherriff E: centralvic.sec@austdeer.asn.au
Treasurer: Rod Reddish P: 0419 358 397 E: bullet77@bigpond.net.au
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he ADA - Central Vic Branch have bought a new Led Sled Plus, which is available for Branch Members to use for a nominal deposit (returnable) and weekly fee. To sight in any new rifles the Led Sled is a must, particularly
Magazine Editor: Damian Griffin E: sambarsroarcv@gmail.com
Public Relations: Rod Reddish P: 0419 358 397 E: bullet77@bigpond.net.au
for big calibres. If you are interested in using it contact Rod Reddish for pickup details centralvic.treas@austdeer.asn. au Proof of Branch Membership will be required.
Hound Working Group Rep: Ian Spiers P: (03) 5483 2270 E: ian.spiers@bigpond.com
Librarian: Harold Hall and Lex Silva E: akinross@chcaustralia.com
Branch Scorers: Lex & Di Silva P: (03) 5449 3752 E: dilex@aapt.net.au Gary Hogan (03) 5442 2852 Matt King E: kingy588@gmail.com
ROAR DISTRIBUTION To reduce printing and postage costs, and to bring you a better quality, colour, publication, the Roar is now primarily distributed via email to the email address nominated on your ADA membership form. To change your email address please advise the ADA Membership Office or the Central Vic magazine editor. Hard copies are provided to our sponsors, who will display these in store. If you are a member and are unable to access it electronically, contact the editor for a hard copy. ROAR TRADING POST Free Member Advertising! All your unwanted hunting, fishing, 4x4ing and camping gear can be advertised to your fellow members here. Send details and photo of items to be advertised to ‘Roar Trading Post’
sambarsroarcv@gmail.com Conditions apply with firearms; you will need to provide the serial number of the firearm and shooters licence number before it can be advertised. SEND IN YOUR STORIES AND PHOTOS! Photos, articles or relevant items of interest. Anything to do with your hunting, fishing, outdoors exploits. Items can be forwarded to sambarsroarcv@gmail.com Please include as much detail about of the event/s as you are prepared to share, general area, time/ date, firearm, equipment, etc. The more stories the better the Roar. PAST EDITIONS WANTED If anyone has any old copies of the ADA magazines please contact Rod Reddish centralvic.treas@austdeer.asn.au as he is trying to obtain a full set from the first edition.
New to hunting? The Australian Deer Association provides some of the best hunting education in Australia. Join the Central Victoria Branch or attended the ADA’s highly regarded Hunter Education Course (open to nonmembers). For more information visit www.austdeer.com.au
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President’s message
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e’ve had two fantasic Branch hunts in the past couple of months, with a couple of stags taken, and lots of good fun. The major branch hunt for the year was a great success, with a fantastic social weekend and I’m sure everyone who attended had a good time. It was great to show a few of the newer members some great hunting locations we’ve been using over the years. The next big event on the calendar is our annual Mentoring Weekend for new members. If you’re a new central vic branch member and would like to attend the weekend, let Rod Reddish (0419 358 397) know and we’ll get you on the list. The weekend promises to give you a firm foundation with the basics of sambar deer hunting, which you can then build on over the years to develop your skills and knowledge.
New member’s enjoyed last year’s mentoring weekend, which will be available to new members on June 18. This is a really great initiative of the branch, and helps new members get the full benefit of their membership. If you’re a member, I’d really encourage you to come along and be involved in our branch hunts and activities throughout the rest of the year. It’s a great branch and the committee has been doing a lot of work in recent years to ensure our branch provides opportunities and events for its members. As I mentioned in the last edition of the Roar, I’ll be stepping
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down as president at the Annual General Meeting to be held this month (June 8), so this will be my last President’s Message. I’d just like to say it’s been a pleasure to work with so many great people involved in the club, and I’m really looking forward to enjoying branch activities into the future, while letting someone else take the lead! Best wishes, Ern Addington Central Victoria Branch President
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ADA Central Vic. Branch 2016 calendar of events (SUBJECT TO ALTERATION)
June 8 Annual General Meeting / Hound Test – Longlea Rec. Reserve 6.30pm Bring $29.90 cash (no eftpos) if you’ve booked to do test June 18 Mentoring Weekend – Location TBA July 13 Committee Meeting August 10 General Meeting – Smith’s Outdoors, Bendigo. 6.30pm September 14 Committee Meeting October 13 Branch Family Camp – location TBA November 19 Christmas Party and Presentation Night - Toolleen Tin Shed Have you read the latest ADA magazine? The new-look highquality ADA magazine Australian Deer is now available in stores for $9.95, or is complementary for ADA members. Full of great articles and hunting tips for deer hunters. 4 I Sambars Roar I June-July 2016
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Member Code Of Conduct Personal disputes between members, bullying and cyber bullying will not be tolerated. Those members engaged in this type of behavior will be dealt with by the ADA disputes committee.
Branch Library The ADA Central Vic Branch library has a selection of DVDs, Books and other resources for loan to members. HUNTING, FISHING & EDUCATIONAL! We have a great range, Australian, New Zealand and American. Grab a few at the next meeting. Loan period is from one meeting to the next. See Harold Hall or Lex Silva after the meeting for hire.
Using ADA as a Genuine Reason. If you use your ADA membership as a Genuine Reason for having a Firearms License, please remember that you are required to attend a minimum of two (2) branch activities. Whether they are shoots, meetings or club hunts, it is your responsibility to ensure you meet the requirements. We are required to submit attendance records to State on a regular basis, who in turn collate attendances for the Firearms Registry.
HUNTER’S PLEDGE
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April branch hunt
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May branch hunt
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he branch enjoyed two great getaways in April and May, with members enjoying a couple of High Country hunts. The major branch hunt for the year was held in May, with a number of people enjoying the traditional Satruday night cook up and raffle. Earlier in April. Peter Jorgensen took a stag in hard velvet (pictured left) and Jacob Nixon and Blake Jorgensen helped with the carry out.
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Remember the rules! Taken from the Firearm Safety Code. Download at: www.police.vic.gov.au/
Rule 5: Check your firing zone Be aware of what is between you and your target, and in the area beyond your target. Ask yourself: "What could happen if I miss my target?" Extreme range for projectiles may be as much as: .22 rimfire..................................................... 1.5 kilometres .308 calibre.................................................. 4.5 kilometres Airgun..................................................... up to 400 metres Shotgun....from 250 metres to 750 metres (Depending on the type of shot) Sights need to be correctly aligned to prevent rounds falling short or going far beyond the target. When firing a shotgun, be aware that the spread of the shot may endanger something other than the target.
SECTION ONE: What you must know about firearms 1a) The ten basic rules 1. Treat every firearm as loaded 2. Always point firearms in a safe direction 3. Load a firearm only when ready to fire 4. Identify your target beyond all doubt 5. Check your firing zone 6. Store firearms and ammunition safely 7. Avoid alcohol or drugs prior to and while handling firearms 8. Never have loaded firearms in the car, home or camp 9. Never fire at hard surfaces or water 10. Don’t climb fences or obstacles with loaded firearms
The ten basic rules explained As long as a firearm is in good condition and handled and stored properly, it cannot hurt anyone. You are responsible for making sure your firearm is in good condition and handled safely.
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Safety points Never fire when companions are ahead of you, especially when you have lost sight of them. Never shoot when stock, human activity or buildings are in the area. It is unsafe to shoot at a target on the skyline. Remember that many hunting areas have rural and urban developments close by. Night shooting can be dangerous, especially if using telescopic sights, so only shoot at night if you are certain it is safe to do so. Spotlights light up only a small part of the firing zone and the projectile’s range. Telescopic sights restrict your field of view Use extra care when shooting at a moving target, particularly with telescopic sights, because your field of view is restricted/limited and changes rapidly. There is a greater danger of someone moving into your firing zone without you noticing. When shooting near thick bush or scrub you may not be able to see your whole firing zone. A charge of shot from a shotgun is very wide, particularly at longer ranges. Ricochets can be caused by any flat or hard surfaces rocks, snow, trees and even water. Be especially careful in rocky river beds. A hard, flat surface, stones or water, may cause a ricochet. Firing zones Your firing zone changes rapidly when you follow a moving target with a firearm. As you swing the muzzle around in an arc be aware of the position of other hunters. Make sure they are not caught in the path between your firearm and the target, or beyond the target. This applies particularly when shooting with shotguns. Duck shooters sharing a hide can drive vertical poles into the ground to prevent an ‘over- swing’ endangering a companion.
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Venison Carpaccio BEST EVER
Preheat the oven to 180C/350∫F/gas 4. Toss the shallots in the olive oil, season, and place them in a shallow baking dish with the thyme sprig. Cover tightly with foil and bake in the oven for 45 minutes or until soft. Meanwhile, preheat a heavy griddle pan that’s large enough to hold the venison comfortably. If your griddle pan is too small, cut the venison into 2 pieces and grill it in 2 batches. Remove all the fat and any sinew from the venison, season well, and brush with olive oil. imon Winfield knows a thing or two Place on the hot griddle and about Game. Born in Cape Town he has cooked in some of the top restaurants sear and brown all over, about both here in Australia, the USA, South Africa and England. Simon started cooking in Australia working in the renowned “Lynch’s” in Melbourne. He and two partners head up Tommy Collins Catering and Events. Currently Simon is the face of a new Bagel chain, “Schmucks” and a new restaurant in South Yarra, “South Central” Cop this “Carpaccio”
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2/3 minutes. Take out of the pan and place on a plate to cool for about 30 minutes. Mix the horseradish into the creme frache. Season it well with salt, pepper and the vinegar. Thinly slice the venison with a sharp carving knife and lay 3 slices on each plate. Peel some of the warm shallots, tear them in half and lay a piece on top of each piece of venison. Dollop a little horseradish creme frache on top and sprinkle the plates with the rosemary and orange zest before serving.
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12 whole shallots , unpeeled 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil plus extra for brushing 1 sprig of fresh thyme 1 kg boned venison loin 2 tablespoons grated fresh horseradish 200 ml creme frache 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar 1 sprig of fresh rosemary , finely chopped 1 orange, finely grated zest
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