THE ORIGINS FOUNDATION X Monarch Pursuits
Location: New Zealand
7 years of active habitat & population management!
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Ethos
“We believe in managing wildlife through careful monitoring and data-driven decisions, prioritizing mature animals and natural population processes to support sustainable use and ecological balance. By using tahr age and size data, we guide hunting practices to maintain mature bulls, preserve natural population dynamics, and work closely with landowners to ensure responsible, science-based management.” – Luke
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current research monitoring or conservation projects. Vegetation monitoring plots in partnership with council, active predator control via traplines, restoration of natural habitats, reduced sheep and cattle pressure to support ecosystem recovery, pest management
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future research priority. Tahr population and vegetation monitoring
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surveys. Ongoing operator observations, periodic helicopter tahr counts by landowner, bull quality monitored through hunt data shared with landowner
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huntable species including red stag, fallow deer, tahr, chamois, and arapaho rams
12
month hunting season
Male-Only Harvest Policy
Strict adherence to harvesting older bulls Collated data to align with this approach
43,500
acres of land sustainably managed and protected over seven years, with 3,500 owned and 40,000 leased.
$4MIL NZD
of initial investment in land access, infrastructure, wildlife protection, and ongoing habitat management
$30-40K
of annual investment
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Operations began after a three-year establishment period, including a required moratorium
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Wildlife management is regulated by four or more governing authorities, including the Wildlife Act 1953, the Wild Animal Control Act 1977, the Department of Conservation (DOC), and Fish & Game New Zealand.
Private Hunting Rights
Access to the leased property is secured through a private agreement with the landowner, providing hunting rights for tahr while supporting responsible wildlife management across the landscape.
HOSI Protection Recommendation
The operator supports retaining tahr within Herds of Special Interest (HOSI) management zones. This policy would help ensure sustainable population management while protecting the species’ long-term future.
12
people employed
x3
36 indirect livelihoods impacted
Additional Skills Provided:
guide training, measuring trophy training, master measurer course
Community Development
$20,000 NZD donations to schools, hunt donated for Westpac Helicopter fundraiser
Community Contributions
7,000 KG donated to communities through Hunters for Hope
“We believe hunting operations should be rooted in genuine care for people and place. Our approach prioritizes long-term relationships, quiet acts of support, and giving back where it matters most. Success is not measured solely in financial terms, but in the strength of our community ties, respect for others, and a commitment to doing what is right beyond the balance sheet.”
Monarch Pursuits 2026 Conservation and Community Program
In partnership with Monarch Pursuits, your hunt becomes more than an unforgettable experience — it becomes a force for good.
Through your participation, a portion of the funds from this safari will directly support The Origins Foundation’s mission of community upliftment and wildlife conservation across New Zealand.
Your contribution helps create lasting impact — from empowering local communities through education and employment to protecting vital wildlife habitats and supporting sustainable conservation initiatives.
Every moment in the field becomes part of something bigger: preserving New Zealand’s wild heritage and ensuring that both people and wildlife thrive for generations to come.
Hunt ethically. Give purposefully. Leave a legacy.