HELI RURAL - Methven l Mt Hutt l Rakaia

07/05/2025

⛰️ Big bull on the board and a golden hour to remember 👊

Another epic alpine mission with .e.wilds —he puts in the hard yards to get results. Proud to support him with the heli access he needs to reach NZ’s most remote and rugged terrain. Golden light, steep faces, and a moment that won’t be forgotten anytime soon.

At Heli Rural, we’re here to help get you deeper, higher, and into the places few can reach—safely and efficiently. From remote drop-offs to epic recoveries, we’ve got the mountains covered.

📍South Island Backcountry | 🎯 Bull Tahr | 🚁 Heli Access

06/05/2025

📍 Ready for takeoff to the backcountry 🚁
At Heli Rural, we don’t just fly helicopters—we deliver the full experience. Whether it's hunting access, alpine drop-offs, or remote missions, our team is on the ground and in the sky making it happen.

📸 Behind the scenes with our crew during another epic Canterbury mission with .photography and

02/05/2025

They say snow in May doesn’t stay but this good fall just may!
While a lot will be Duck Shooting tomorrow we will continue to fly over the weekend if you would like to get up and see some snow for yourself get in touch.
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Happy Duck Shooting all. 🦆 🦆 🦆

Hunting & Fishing New Zealand Outdoor Adventure Sports Ihub Methven

29/04/2025

With the tahr ballots now underway it means the tahr rut is nearly upon us! 🐐

Make good decisions on the hill this year. Target mature bulls and take nannies when you see groups of more than five. For more information about tahr, the rut and ageing them check out the ‘Resources’ page on our website 📖

Remember also that our membership prize for a hunt with Snow Hewetson is still live, join now to go in the draw 🏆

nztf.org.nz/resources

10/04/2025

Sorry stag you may have a surprise visitor at your wallow hole on your return. 🦌 🦌 🦌 🚁

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03/04/2025

The Roar rut has begun here’s some happy faces to show for it!
If you have missed out on a ballot block or just wanting to get into the hills somewhere we have a few spots left from the 10th April onwards for the Roar specials.

Give us a message for more information.

28/03/2025

It’s a stunner of a day and perfect for a scenic flight around our rivers and mountains. Flights available from the hangar or Rakaia Gorge. 027 HELI FLY to book now.

09/03/2025

And just like that the Stags velvet has stripped off and the hunters are hitting the hills!
We look forward to seeing everyone over the next few weeks and catching up with new and past clients.

We wish everyone a successful season ahead bring on from the Heli Rural team.

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Spika Hunting & Fishing New Zealand

07/03/2025

Happy hunters out of the bush before the rain tomorrow.

After that the weather looks good 👍 ☀️ hit us up if you want to head in.
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27/02/2025

This Saturday bring the family & the truck and enjoy a Helicopter Scenic flight of the upper Rakaia Valley prior to embarking on the Two Gorges 4WD safari from GlenFalloch Station!
Flights start from GlenFalloch at 8am and will be from $99 per person *weather permitting.

If you are interested please send us a message.

Methven Noticeboard NZ Snowfed - Methven and Foothill's Community Paper

25/02/2025

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An exclusive 4x4 self-drive adventure on Glenfalloch and Lake Heron Stations’ private farm track will take place THIS WEEKEND, March 1st and 2nd, hosted in collaboration with the Methven Lions Club and the Todhunter families.
This family FUNday offers a rare opportunity for day visitors to get off the beaten track and experience the wilderness and breathtaking views of the Rakaia headwaters and Ashburton Lakes through the back country, coming out at Mt Somers.
Bring your family and friends for a scenic drive to discover another part of Canterbury for $100 per vehicle. This could also reward staff uniquely, away from the office. The event hasn’t taken place since 2016, and it is a fundraiser for Local Charities and the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service.
The tour will take approximately three hours, at a leisurely pace, starting at Glenfalloch Station. You will find Glenfalloch Station, about 50 minutes from the Blackford Road, turn off from SH72. It is an amazing place to start, offering a spectacular vista across the Rakaia River to the Arrowsmith Range and the Main Divide. Start your self-drive tour, leaving route 72 from 7:30 am; check in with a friendly Methven Lions Club member, or buy tickets at Glenfalloch (EFTPOS available).
A Gourmet BBQ, fresh coffee, and homemade baked goods will be waiting for you to enjoy at Glenfalloch after the first stage of your journey. Alternatively, feel free to bring your own picnic. Once you are refreshed and perhaps have taken an optional helicopter flight over the braided Rakaia River to spot some wildlife, proceed to Lake Heron Station along the private track. Your journey will take you over shingle fans through tussock fields, past Lake Stream and Lake Heron, across the historic Hakatere Conservation Area, coming out at Mt Somers Township.
We ask you to please respect the working farms, stay on the marked track, watch out for livestock and, of course, take your rubbish and recycling home with you.