About Us

Amatola Hunters Creed

I, a member of Amatola Hunters and Conservation Association, humbly acknowledge the Almighty Creator and pledge:

That I will take from Nature only that which I can utilize and that to which I am entitled.
To hunt with humility and compassion.
To conduct myself in the field as a True Sportsman with due consideration to my fellow hunters and all my fellow creatures.
To obey all Laws, Ordinances and Regulations pertaining to hunting, whether written or unwritten.
To further my knowledge of all matters pertaining to my chosen interest.
To improve my skills in the field and with my chosen weapon.
To respect that which is not mine, that which is owned by generations to come.
To conserve the very soil, water, plants and wildlife.
To promote my sport by good deed and good example.

Goals of the Association

To promote knowledge, love and respect for wildlife.
To assist and co-operate with the authorities, other organizations with similar objectives and landowners in the conservation, protection, replenishment and distribution of wildlife.
To promote ethical, controlled hunting and to promote the proficiency grading of all members.
To conduct training and educational courses for its members with a focus on juniors.
To make available controlled hunting opportunities to members of the Association.
To promoted the strict observance of all Laws, Ordinances and Regulations relating to firearms, hunting and game conservation.
To promote the safe, responsible handling and the correct storage of firearms and to advance the purposes of the Firearm Control Act (Act 60 of 2000) as described in Sections 2 and 8 of the said Act.
To promote good fellowship between the Association's members and also assisting charitable organizations.
To provide social amenities

Benefits of Membership

Meeting with people of similar interest.
Opportunity to receive the education and training needed to qualify for Dedicated hunter status.
Hunting opportunities are provided for members.
Quarterly newsletter.
Training and opportunities provided for junior hunters.
Discounts are negotiated for members at various retail outlets.
The Association represents its members on various forums and committees, e.g. CHASA. (Confederation of Hunters' Associations of SA).
Members are kept abreast of the latest developments regarding Laws, Ordinances and Regulations pertaining to hunting, game conservation and firearms.
Access to hunting licences.

Membership Fees

The membership year runs from January to December and membership fees are payable in advance.

Annual fees payable are R275.00 for all members, except Junior members (up to 21 years) R137.50
Social members (Spouses) R137.50 For new members joining after 30 June, pro-rata fees are applicable.

Click here to download our membership form.

E-mail your completed membership form to amatolahunt@lantic.net

Training

Training courses, tests and exams are provided for the following:

SA Measurer’s Course:
The course has been designed for hunters who want to qualify as official measurers for the S.A. Record Book established and recognised by CHASA and SA Hunters. The S.A. Record Book is the equivalent of Roland Ward but limited to trophies taken by South African Hunters under South African skies.

The course is initially run over two evenings culminating in a theoretical and practical examination during which horns and skulls of different species are measured under the supervision of a qualified instructor. Thereafter, the trainee is mentored and assessed at two horn measuring competitions of the Association and if successful, a certificate is issued by CHASA and your name will then be entered into the register of officially recognised SA Measurers.

CHASA Proficiency Certificate:
This is a Nationally Approved course and the Certificate is recognised Nationally.
Normally 2 courses are run per year, starting March and September.

The Exam is written on a Saturday within 2 weeks after the last lecture.
In order to obtain the Certificate, a practical shooting test also has to be passed. This test is done on the shooting range at a time and date arranged from time to time. The test comprises:

Distance 50 meters - 3 rounds - freestanding
Distance 100 meters - 3 rounds - sitting or kneeling
Distance 200 meters - 3 rounds - prone

No artificial support is used. The target is a lifesize Impala and 5 points are awarded for each shot in the target area of 120mm diameter over the heart. In order to pass, a minimum of 30 points is required.

CHASA Proficiency Certificate for Bowhunters:
This course follows the same lines as the normal CHASA Proficiency course, but is designed for Bowhunters specifically.
The lectures are arranged as demand dictates. For details, contact the Training Officer.

Basic First-Aid Course:
This course is held once a year, contact us regarding dates. It is run by a qualified Doctor, who is also a hunter, and is aimed particularly at basic first aid in the hunting field. No testing is done and a Certificate of Attendance is awarded.