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Leaded or Unleaded? The Right Choice of Bullet with Environment and Health in Mind

Lead or unleaded? Professional hunter Peter Ruddle explains the environmental, health, and ballistic reasons why he now prefers non-toxic copper bullets over traditional lead designs.

Hunting in Namibia. Part I: Where to Go and What to Hunt

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Namibia offers a variety of hunting opportunities to meet most requirements and budgets.

Hunting 101. Rifle Ballistics: What You Need to Know

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The 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.

Hunting in Tanzania: General Facts, History, Where and What to Hunt

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The safari industry as we know it has originated in the East Africa, including the modern Tanzania. What makes this country one of the most exclusive hunting destinations in the world?

Hunting in Mozambique: Hunting Laws, Travel Information, and Other Attractions

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Let’s talk about hunting laws in Mozambique, along with the most essential information about travel to Mozambique, and what else apart from hunting can this country offer to a tourist.

“What I Didn’t Like:” Looking into the causes of hunter’s dissatisfaction – if any.

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Analysis of “What I didn’t like” section of the BookYourHunt.com testimonials shows that your chances to have a great hunt stand at 98% or better, if you book your hunt on BookYourHunt.com!

Eight Questions about Mountain Goat hunting

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Mountain 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?

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Hunting 101: Seven Tips to Make You a Better Rifle Shot Without Firing a Single Round

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Unfortunately, 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.

Wingshooting in South Africa: An Unexposed Jewel. Part 4: Waterfowl Hunting

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

In addition to big-game hunting, South Africa offers amazing waterfowling opportunities

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

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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

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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.

2022 Heads Up: Draw Applications, OTC Tags and Preference Points for Most Popular Western States

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Here are a few dates and facts for the states most popular with non-resident hunters that you don’t want to miss.