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Wingshooting in South Africa: An Unexposed Jewel. Part 3: Over Pointing Dogs

This entry is part 3 of 4 in the series Wingshooting in South Africa: An Unexposed Jewel

There is nothing as satisfying as watching a well-trained retrieving, pointing, and flushing or scent dog at work.

Wingshooting in South Africa: An Unexposed Jewel. Part 2: Driven Bird Hunts

Africa / Hunting Tips and Techniques

This entry is part 2 of 4 in the series Wingshooting in South Africa: An Unexposed Jewel

Driven bird hunts are usually associated with Europe and Great Britain, but South Africa has a long tradition of this sport as well. To this day, being invited to a farmer’s traditional guineafowl shoot is quite an honor. During these hunts camaraderie and long lasting friendships are made. The shoot is more about the experience than the kill and lots of banter and laughter was the order of the day.

Wingshooting in South Africa: An Unexposed Jewel. Part 1: Pigeon and Dove Shooting

Africa / Hunting Tips and Techniques

This entry is part 1 of 4 in the series Wingshooting in South Africa: An Unexposed Jewel

South Africa is the modern-day sportsman bird-shooting destination of choice. The country is truly blessed with exceptional wild game bird populations. You just cannot beat the challenge of a bird hunter looking for the opportunity to shoot wild sporting birds in their natural habitat.

1001 Questions to Ask Before Booking a Hunt in Africa: Part 4

Africa

This entry is part 4 of 4 in the series 1001 Questions about Hunting in Africa

Part 4 of the “1001 Questions” series deals with questions about health, medicine and insurance policies, money and payments, as well as various odds and ends related to camp and lodge life.

1001 Questions to Ask Before Booking a Hunt in Africa: Part 3

Africa / Hunting Tips and Techniques

This entry is part 3 of 4 in the series 1001 Questions about Hunting in Africa

By Peter Ruddle This is the third post in our “1001 Questions”. Part 1 covered general questions of safari booking,

1001 Questions to Ask Before Booking a Hunt in Africa: Part 2

Africa / Hunting Tips and Techniques

This entry is part 2 of 4 in the series 1001 Questions about Hunting in Africa

We’re continuing our “1001 Questions to Ask Before Booking a Hunt in Africa” (click here for Part 1). Each question comes with an answer where we can give it, or with tips re: why you should ask it, what information to look for, and where to get it. This part deals with what you should bring, including the essential – your weapons.

1001 Questions to Ask Before Booking a Hunt in Africa: Part 1

Africa / Hunting Tips and Techniques

This entry is part 1 of 4 in the series 1001 Questions about Hunting in Africa

Many hunters are dreaming of a hunting adventure in Africa, but quite a few are reluctant to take the plunge, even though they can afford it. They suspect they don’t know enough about the continent and are concerned that their lack of knowledge will lead to disappointments. These concerns aren’t totally unfounded, and so we prepared a list of questions that you’ll probably want to have answered. Each question comes with an answer where we can give it, or with tips re: why you should ask it, what information to look for, and where to get it.

Some of your questions and concerns may sound dumb, others obvious, but do not feel shy to ask those questions.

Springbuck Hunting in Southern Africa

Africa / Hunting Tips and Techniques

Springbuck is a strikingly marked, sleek, graceful, agile gazelle-like antelope and once the national emblem of South Africa; however, today it is only recognised as the name and logo for the national rugby team. The species name was translated from the Afrikaans word “Springbok”, which means “jumping buck”. The name was derived from its unique behavioural trait known as pronking: a leap in the air with an arched back and stiff legs.

Long-Distance Shooting: An African Professional Hunter’s Perspective

Africa / Hunting Tips and Techniques

It is very important to establish a hunter’s maximum ethical hunting range (the distance at which they can confidently hit the target) and take this experience to the field. Recognising your shooting ability and remaining within your bounds are the key ingredient to confident shooting whether it be short or long-range

Third Time just as Lucky! The hunter who specializes in 59 1/2″ Kudu bulls. By Steve Tors

Africa / Hunting Stories / Uncategorized

Mike returned about four years later to hunt with us again, and sure enough he shot another 59½” kudu! Mike was now the owner of three 59½” kudu trophies from three or four different hunts. The personalized licence plate of his Toyota Land Cruiser at home reads ‘KUDU 60’ – which I think is very appropriate!

Lions and Lion Lands. From “The Book of the Lion”, 1913, by Sir Alfred E. Pease

Africa / Hunting History / Hunting Stories

In my youth I believed myself so hemmed in by circumstances and duties that I thought I should never break through such barriers into the real world beyond. Conventionalities which then looked like a granite wall I have discovered to be a delusion. I have learnt that human beings do not always understand the language in which duty calls, and that by the use of a little force a hole can be made through the thorny zariba of circumstances by which the poor, impounded creature, whether peasant or potentate, may escape to taste of life.

Warthog and Warthog Hunting

Africa / Hunting Tips and Techniques / BookYourHunt

The warthog is one of the five most popular hunting trophies in Africa. Read about warthog distribution, hunting tips, conservation status, trophy records, &c