Backcountry New Zealand hunting and fishing guides are a family business, owner operated by Nigel & Myriam Birt. They are internationally renowned for their knowledge, experience and friendliness when providing visitors with that memorable hunt or fishing excursion. These three attributes are the most important elements for anyone considering New Zealand as a holiday destination and looking for an outfitter. New Zealand is a sought after, fun and safe travel destination and the fun to be had in this stunningly beautiful country comes in many forms. Such as watching a large brown trout slurp your dry fly from a crystal clear stream, or stalking a roaring Red Stag through the autumn mist waiting for your chance to inspect the animal further..