South Africa and Namibia offer a wide selection of affordable options. Let’s compare the cost of a $5000-$7000 out-of-state Elk hunt with what you could get on a hunt in Africa for the same price.
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South Africa and Namibia offer a wide selection of affordable options. Let’s compare the cost of a $5000-$7000 out-of-state Elk hunt with what you could get on a hunt in Africa for the same price.
Continue readingThe world of ballistics can be an exciting adventure, but a beginning hunter is advised to play it safe. Start with a rifle chambered for a “regular”, non-Magnum caliber, but with a decent starting velocity, and sight it in for the maximum point-blank range. For hunting, pick the ammo with the best bullet you can afford. Learn how to hit targets at long range (here’s a blog on the subject), but try to keep your shots within the point-blank range.
Continue readingWhen the talk is about elk hunting, most people automatically think about one of the American Western states – Colorado, Montana, Idaho, Arizona, Wyoming or New Mexico. But the opportunities to pursue the mountain monarchs also exist in Canada. British Columbia and Alberta offer not only healthy herds and decent trophy quality, but also lots of backcountry wilderness and OTC tag options. In fact, for a hunter looking for an opportunity outside their home state, the Maple Leaf Country may appear even more attractive than the US. Here’s what you need to know to start planning your first elk hunt in Canada.
Continue readingThe safari industry in Zimbabwe is well regulated and many impoverished local communities rely on the income derived from hunting to improve their livelihoods. An added benefit is poaching decreases as local communities receive financial benefits and protein from donated hunted trophy meat.
Continue readingMountain goat hunting is described as the most underrated hunting experience in North America. Where, when and how to hunt mountain goats, and how much does it cost?
Continue readingBy Peter Ruddle Zambia Quick Facts Capital City: LusakaOfficial Language: English Currency: Zambian Kwacha (ZMW)Size: 752,614 Km2 (Slightly larger than
Continue readingUnfortunately, not all hunters are able to practice shooting as much as they would like to. Ammunition is expensive, and range time might not be easy to organize. While nothing replaces actual practice, here are seven ways to improve your rifle shooting skills without firing a single round, and without taking too much time from your daily plans.
Continue readingIn addition to big-game hunting, South Africa offers amazing waterfowling opportunities
Continue readingThere is nothing as satisfying as watching a well-trained retrieving, pointing, and flushing or scent dog at work.
Continue readingDriven 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.
Continue readingHere are a few dates and facts for the states most popular with non-resident hunters that you don’t want to miss.
Continue readingSouth 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.
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