Seeing the family tradition of duck shooting passed on to the next generation is always a thrill for Richard Hill.
Over many years, the Oamaru Sports and Outdoors co-owner has seen generations of North Otago families prepare for the duck-shooting season. Children who once came in to the store with their fathers were now coming in with their own children.
“It’s just awesome – it makes me feel old, though,” Hill said.
It was also encouraging to see more young women take up duck-shooting.
“We’re starting to see a lot of teenage girls getting into the sport now, which is absolutely fantastic.”