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If you can find and get a solid slower maybe 2500 fps? and be accurate I think you have the perfect set up. Close ups with the 16 gauge and all the reach needed in the 22. That along with the blazer aboard with a "normal" PG barrel and you have nearly all options covered best. MB

I never even thought of a 17, only experience with one was a chance raven while in Alberta on a whitetail hunt. There must be a ton of calibers and bullets that are not mentioned here. I only reported/mentioned on what did or did not work for me. Good point on the predator hunter guys, they...

Now that's what I like to see. Real life verified info from those that probably see more bullet impacts with outcome data to support in 1 year than I will in a life time. Another reason this site works for us all. Good on you KMG. MB

I have added night critters and members of the tiny ten on every safari. In Namibia I used the outfitters 22 to shoot dik dik and it worked perfect. No damage, then my 308 and 150 gr solid got me an antbear, again no damage. First time In Zim I used my 375 and solids, duiker, steenbuck and...

Another safari not in plans for me yet, however I do want/need a hippo for my seven and I did see the night critters on your website. The honey badger that has eluded me on 3 safaris will be high on list for next time. You are on the shortening list of outfitters when I decide a return is close...

Great opportunity and each price. Only question, you have 7 day buff hunt and a 7 day hippo hunt for $7900 each? Yet both combined is 7 days and $15800. Why would a person not book back to back hunts and get 14 days, buff and hippo for $15800. Am I missing something? If like me, more days...

PS LOVE how you left the bushbucks split ear alone and mounted as shot. Also no tar blackened "unnatural horns". Perfect in my eyes. Mark

A bunch more awesome looking mounts from Gizmo and his shop. They look great, waiting for mine from tannery then I start. Good job again Erik. Mark

I have found when it comes to bear meat and eating it depends on what bear has been feeding on. Our mnt bears taste good after a summer of wild blueberries, Forbes and grasses. The ones that live down in the river valleys not so much with their diet of half rotten salmon. The back loins from my...

Excellent story. Point about big bullets and exit rings true. I am lucky, live on Vancouver Island, close to Mr Shockey's hunt area, we have tons of bears, no baiting in BC, spot and stalk only. Its straight up or down and dam thick jungle, having him go down real close and preferably within...

Lets not dist all Canucks. Every safari I ask and have done what the PH said. Every safari was round chambered weapon on safe, and always cleared and confirmed before entering camp. One I was actually told something like, "are you hear to shoot" stuff not normally standing around if you want...

Was a good show here on Van Isle BC last night. Another clear one tonight, lots who missed the show last night may have another chance tonight. Did not wave and move like it does way up north. But still worth staying up to see. MB

That's good to know. Wonder what the sig requirement really is? Maybe a random check and confirmation? I must have the "check" him circled as every trip out in last few years has required sig, you are correct that CBSA officers mostly have no clue and Its us who inform and insist on the stamp...

NO not a poor experience. Just know what it is and make up YOUR mind if that's something YOU want to do. Its NOT a canned hunt, its probably a CBL hunt, do some research and see if that's what YOU would enjoy. I did that type of hunt in 2021, exhilarating as you are on the ground in close...

Welcome aboard, seams you have the Africa bug, this is the site to assist that. MB

Did not know that, all I have gotten always needed signatures upon return, on all but one trip (Delta lost them for 4 months) weapons were accompanied by me. Last trip Ottawa failed to click complete in their system. After one year I received monthly threatening emails telling me to comply...

The Canadian exit, entry paperwork that must be completed and approved from Ottawa prior to exit was only documentation we provided, both entry and exit to US. Same For Ethiopia and SA and all countries I transited or visited. Be SURE to have CBSA sign upon your return. You MUST send to Ottatwa...

Best wishes for your trip. I certainly hope all goes as stated. Last time I transited US (2018 and friends did in late 2022) with luggage and guns we/they all had to clear customs upon arrival in Seattle, get luggage and then clear and recheck all in again, then do the whole same procedure in...

As above, I would give Wayne a call and see what he has. Yes in Zim but I am sure he will be able to find you a "proper" weapon to use. What he states is completely followed and true. No BS to get a deposit. MB

@Tally-Ho HUNTING SAFARIS has the answer. Only you as their parent guardian knows their capabilities, maturity, likes and dislikes, attention span and personality. It also depends on the hunt type. Who said the child has to hunt to be exposed and have outstanding lifetime memories made. A SA or...

These spaces wow me my whole life. You would be escorting me out as I could ask questions and talk stories for days in there. Would unfold my cot in center. A room like yours is what sparked my hunting fire, as a kid dad and I hunted local birds, but when we were invited to the farms property...

Yes member. Have renewed every 3 years since 2008. Should already be a life member, but am not yet. MB

Beat me by seconds. MB

Also the "action mount" of the dog running in the room. Certainly adds charm. :giggle: In all honesty this is a real amazing space being completed. What lifelong memories, stories and time will be spent sharing in there. MB

Another vote for the accubond 260 gr, shot my lion with it no issues, also croc on same safari. That same bullet has also dropped a leopard, moose, grizzly and elk. Worked well so I have no need to change. MB

No chance at super slam completion, unless that $70 million comes my way in tomorrow nights lottery. Need a few different caribou, couple more sheep, more moose, the far east one, and the hard ones polar bear, musk ox, walrus. Lucky I lived in BC so long, did hunter host and accompanied hunts...

Seams I need a pronghorn, maybe Wyoming in my future. Then the last hard one, musk ox or bison. After 35 years trying the BC draw without a sniff maybe this year will be different. Sad that 4 in same category only counts as 1. MB

Looks like Wayne has upgraded the tents. We used a large 2 room coleman nylon one, woke Wayne in night wondering what the noise outside was, bush babies first, then ele breaking branches a mere yards away. Fly camps have been my favourite ever since. Outstanding memories. MB

Well that's good news. I was throwing around a kill hunt when I seen some of the sponsors specials. But now that Canada has stopped importation I am back confirmed mine will be a green hunt. Rhino will complete my 5. No definitive year or plan but maybe new rules will open a door? I do wonder...

Seams I missed this thread. Congrats on an outstanding and successful safari. I did the same hunt with Wayne back in 2010, even same animals, but only 1 ele bull. So nice to see Wayne and @NYAMAZANA SAFARIS doing same for clients now and getting exact awesome reviews. Well done on your hunt...

As the professionals statements/links listed in the "other" thread mentioned I am not only worried about CBL and rhino but I am fairly sure when I read the SA announcement this new laws are intended to trickle down and include closures for every species born and transported to be hunted. If this...

Another hot topic thread with most people views the same as all others on CBL. However I would say all posters and all hunters read every article listed above and then have a long hard look in the mirror. Thanks for the education opportunity @saswart, now if we all read and ADHERED to what is...

This is a slippery topic, one that fuels heated emotions from both sides. As some pro hunters against and the anti's unite on this. Did the original SA rules not state that it is their intention to stop, make illegal all captive bred species released to be hunted? WHEN implemented there will be...

Now there is an answer I have not seen before. Dam good response, no disrespect to question but your comments are spot on to answers I like receiving when inquiring. Your company has made my spreadsheet for future due diligence. MB

Somewhat different for us up here north of border, all but the first safari flights have been free with points. I use Avion Visa, use for every purchase from a coffee to large purchases. Yes you must be money wise and pay of complete every 21 days, I have incurred NO interest in 25 years, the...

Welcome aboard fellow Canadian, good to see us on here. Lots of great info and people willing to help with your plans to hunt Africa. Also threads for hunts at home. Enjoy the best hunting site. MB

Just got a 2 gl foam kit from amazon, can't imagine foam requirement for a mountain, let alone the carving for detail and sanding. Looks awesome. What an outstanding accomplishment. MB

Our moose population has taken a dramatic drop over the last decade or so, I know some outfitters have stopped offering their moose hunts as chances have plummeted. But the area you choose should have little FN or resident hunter stress. Those in there are after LEH animals, moose too hard to...

Words for your room and hunting career, awesome and amazing, well done Sir. As a BC resident I have spent many seasons hunting moose in the now Tahltan Outfitters area. I did manage a booner moose from that area, lets hope you do the same, would be a great read on here and better a fitting final...

Or you find a BC resident buddy and do a "Permit to accompany" and hunt as a resident. Problem is current BC Gov has a problem approving them. Certain minority will not allow. I have done a few in past and all have been amazing and very successful for Ont and Alberta relatives or buddies. Its a...

Sister also enjoyed and will pass on. She has been on two safaris with me as a "non hunter" she hunts with her fancy camera. Works for us both, lots of pro like pics after return. And I always get a calendar for Xmas. Yes amazon same in Canada, shipping on most items free for Prime Members...

I loved Sue's book. I went to send to my sister on other side of Canada but our post office wanted $30 to send. Amazon delivered a new one for cost of book. Now my sister has enjoyed as much as I did. My original now enjoys a place on bookshelf, waiting for someone to enjoy. Thanks Sue. Good...

Blaming is talked about in the other threads on shipping insurance. Not my fault? Mine either? Must be someone else's fault. Damaged shipment and Canadian import rules were the reason I used a plastic SA fruit/fish tub for my shipment fall 2023. No way a forklift could pierce unless...

Before you make a decision there are threads on here on same subject. Specific incident above is first one I have read with an actual payout. ALL the rest have turned into blame games and NOBODY paid. Never paid any extra insurance for my shipments. I know how world is in 2024 and do not...

Only have one, :cry: 375-Rem 700 SS, does all I asked, from griz, ele down to duiker, steenbok. I really want a double in 470. Someday that will be complete. Sad that I only have 1 African DG gun, weird how I have total of 6 between 300 WSM/300 WM, 338?. MB

Absolutely spot on for all items. That is exactly what I do only as a Canadian. Horror stories of storage fees and clearance charges on here make me wonder "wow there are lots of US hunters who love to burn money". If I can spend an hr and save $ on D&P, shipper, and import myself it only means...

When I look at Namibia and SA safari, TF and daily rate prices I say wow. In 2021 in SA I even spoke to my PH/Outfitter about this on a road move as I could not see profit with my daily rate and TF he charged. He said "leave the business end to me" so I stopped trying to figure it out. What...

Hello I am not starting any issues and not absolutely sure of todays process's with transiting US with firearms but from safari 5 yrs ago when I went the US route it was lots of extra time, and BS. I am no expert just a Canadian safari goer who does all his own travel, permits and paperwork...

I think you should confirm that guns will be checked thru, never have been when I went thru US and I do not read that rules changed? Huge issues with US, we had to get all luggage and guns after entering first US airport, complete paperwork, then fly to Atlanta then do whole process again in...

I took my wife who had never hunted or been anywhere "not fancy" on my and her first safari in Zim back in 2005, country was much different back then and we never felt unsafe, we both LOVED Zim, its sights, smells, game, people and the safari it gave us. Maybe not all is 5 star but you...