Africahunting.com

[tom black]

A few weeks ago I found the above website. I have since killed a bunch of time looking at all of the incredible game pictures, reading about a bunch of the old white hunters, drooling over the awesome rifles. It's really a great website, especially if you've ever dreamed of hunting the Dark Continent, an I'm betting most of us here have. Give it a look.
Tom Black

 

[6GUNSONLY]

Thanks Tom, sounds interesting. I will check it out.

OK, I did, and have been on there reading for an hour. Great stuff! I've already read the bios of Paul Schafer, Capstick, O'Connor, and another one or two. Thanks for the lead!

 

[mlazarus5388]

Africanhunting.com is a wealth of information. If you have ever dreamed of hunting Africa, all you need to know is on that forum. I used it extensively to help plan my first safari. And if you peruse the deals from outfitters, you'll find Africa is affordable with proper planning.

 

[Bear Paw Jack]

There are plenty of good resources, but that is one of the better ones. The guy I used I knew personally for several years before I went with him, and knew several people who had used him. Unfortunately he's passed now due to a run in with a croc. But I enjoyed my time with him.

 

[ronto]

I fail to see how sneaking up and bush wacking an innocent animal for SPORT ONLY makes you a man. However, killing for food, posing a danger to you or others, or culling for conservation reasons is justifiable. Killing an animal so you can hang its head on your wall is not a mark of your bravery and doesn't impress me at all.

 

[Dan in MI]

To counter your point Ron.

The meat is all donated (required) to locals

Look at the varied countries in Africa that promote hunting versus those that don't. Those that do have thriving populations. Those that don't have poachers and failing populations.

Like it or not, when the resource (in this case animals) has value and is managed it is good for both the animal population and the economy of the locals.

In the end the "why" doesn't matter for the resource.

 

[tom black]

I am a hunter. Given the opportunity, I'm a trophy hunter. I'm not in the least bit ashamed of the fact either. Does being a hunter make or not make you a man? No, it doesn't. I've killed my fair share of game over the years, notice I didn't say harvest. I'm not a farmer, farmers harvest crops, i.e. Corn, wheat, hay. I've always wondered what one of our local farmers would say when asked if they've harvested a hog. I don't know who started this hunters "harvesting" game thing but it has always irked me. It's like they are ashamed of what they do or they are afraid of upsetting some tree hugging Bambi lover.
I've killed a bunch of deer over the years. Some for my consumption, some for locals that don't hunt but want a deer for the table. A lot of them have been donated to the Kentucky Hunter's for the Hungry program. I've killed some decent bucks too. Give me the choice of a fork horn an a dandy 10 pointer, I'll shoot the big buck every time. Period. In fact, I haven't pulled the trigger on a small buck in over 20 years.
I love seeing a big buck, bear, moose, whatever in the woods. But I also love seeing them in trophy rooms. I guess that's why I love going to Bass Pro Shop or Cabela's so much. I see absolutely nothing wrong with a trophy head hanging on anyone's wall. Those that I have are loved and highly revered and always bring back fond memories of the day they were taken. Unless you've been there, then you don't know what I'm talking about. Sorry for the rant, just my two cents worth.
Tom Black

 

[wolfsong]

I am a hunter. Given the opportunity, I'm a trophy hunter. I'm not in the least bit ashamed of the fact either. Does being a hunter make or not make you a man? No, it doesn't. I've killed my fair share of game over the years, notice I didn't say harvest. I'm not a farmer, farmers harvest crops, i.e. Corn, wheat, hay. I've always wondered what one of our local farmers would say when asked if they've harvested a hog. I don't know who started this hunters "harvesting" game thing but it has always irked me. It's like they are ashamed of what they do or they are afraid of upsetting some tree hugging Bambi lover.
I've killed a bunch of deer over the years. Some for my consumption, some for locals that don't hunt but want a deer for the table. A lot of them have been donated to the Kentucky Hunter's for the Hungry program. I've killed some decent bucks too. Give me the choice of a fork horn an a dandy 10 pointer, I'll shoot the big buck every time. Period. In fact, I haven't pulled the trigger on a small buck in over 20 years.
I love seeing a big buck, bear, moose, whatever in the woods. But I also love seeing them in trophy rooms. I guess that's why I love going to Bass Pro Shop or Cabela's so much. I see absolutely nothing wrong with a trophy head hanging on anyone's wall. Those that I have are loved and highly revered and always bring back fond memories of the day they were taken. Unless you've been there, then you don't know what I'm talking about. Sorry for the rant, just my two cents worth.
Tom Black

Well said. I think all of us hunters feel the same to some degree.

 

[ronto]

To counter your point Ron.

The meat is all donated (required) to locals

Look at the varied countries in Africa that promote hunting versus those that don't. Those that do have thriving populations. Those that don't have poachers and failing populations.

Like it or not, when the resource (in this case animals) has value and is managed it is good for both the animal population and the economy of the locals.

In the end the "why" doesn't matter for the resource.

No problem with donating the meat or management of the animal population for the good of the animals and human population. I still don't see the sneaking up and bush wacking an animal as a sign of machismo.

 

[Badger Matt]

I fail to see how sneaking up and bush wacking an innocent animal for SPORT ONLY makes you a man.....No problem with donating the meat or management of the animal population for the good of the animals and human population. I still don't see the sneaking up and bush wacking an animal as a sign of machismo.

RonT - You're creating a strawman argument. Please show me where anyone is claiming being what you call a trophy hunter makes them a man or manly.

I've hunted Africa twice now and will likely do so again. I enjoy the people, the scenery, the food, and, yes, hunting different animals that what I can hunt here in SC. I tend to target only mature males and will bring home memories of the hunt in the form of skulls, horns, hides, and an occasional shoulder mount. All the meat was eaten in camp or sold to a butcher. None went to waste.

 

[Daveboone]

I have used and enjoyed the site extensively. My wife and I are anticipating our spring 2020 hunt/ trip to South Africa, and the information on Africahunting.com is invaluable. We never believed it could be possible for us, and we are going for 10 days (five hunting, five touring) with four species of game one on one. Our day fees (including our game) excluding our day to day tourist expenses, are the same as a six day moose hunt in NF I am going on this year. (for both of course, trophy/taxidermy cost and transportation are separate issues). We are the only party our outfitter will take at that time (one party rule for them).
Zebra Kudu, warthog, impala and I have an option for Blue Wildebeest. Needless to say, we are very excited.

I have to say though, looking at the site, the historic pics of the gorilla hunts kinda freak me out.

 

[gramps]

To counter your point Ron.

The meat is all donated (required) to locals

Look at the varied countries in Africa that promote hunting versus those that don't. Those that do have thriving populations. Those that don't have poachers and failing populations.

Like it or not, when the resource (in this case animals) has value and is managed it is good for both the animal population and the economy of the locals.

In the end the "why" doesn't matter for the resource.

No problem with donating the meat or management of the animal population for the good of the animals and human population. I still don't see the sneaking up and bush wacking an animal as a sign of machismo.

Sneaking up on an animal is a skill, it has NOTHING to do with machismo. Those of us who hunt respect the animal we eat. Are you a vegan, RonT? Or do you go to the store to buy your meat?
gramps

 

[ronto]

I'm referring to SPORT ONLY, not for food, mitigation of danger, or culling for conservation purposes. You eat what you shoot and not to hang a head over your fireplace. I suppose it takes "skill" to build a deer stand in a tree and throw some corn around and wait for a deer to come by just like it takes a certain amount "skill" to shoot fish in a barrel.