Recent content by juc871

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    Judging Kudu

    Very nice bull. Can’t get a side view but tips point forward which is a marker for judging them. He’s about 46 - 48”
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    Top 5 plains game?

    Second vote for these 5
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    SOUTH AFRICA: South Africa 2026

    You’re correct in that lechwe aren’t native to anywhere in South Africa. They were introduced years ago however and you can get some very good trophies here. The Eastern Cape is a very diverse province, the most biodiverse area in all of Africa, and gemsbok are in fact native to the Karoo region...
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    Greatest athlete of modern times

    Novak Djokovic surely has to be considered up there as the greatest or one of the greatest - 24 slam titles, most weeks at No1 and still competing at 38 years old in a highly physical sport
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    7mm Rem Mag for Eland

    Hunted plenty of eland with a 7x64 Brenneke using 162 gr Woodleigh PP or Hornady Interlocks and it's enough rifle for an eland even out to 250 yards. Your 7mm will be just fine. Barnes is a good bullet for eland, you don't want too much expansion too early and they penetrate well. The biggest...
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    Kudu hunting v Elk hunting - comparisons?

    I’ve never hunted elk. Had a few opportunities to make it a reality but life got in the way. Still need to make it happen. When you book a guided elk hunt are you guided by an accredited guide who knows the habits of the local elk population and the areas you’re hunting well?
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    A true Taxidermy cost comparison RSA vs USA

    Would love to see pics of your taxidermy when you receive it.
  8. Klipspringer Hunt Eastern Cape South Africa

    Klipspringer Hunt Eastern Cape South Africa

  9. Steenbok Hunt Eastern Cape South Africa

    Steenbok Hunt Eastern Cape South Africa

  10. Duiker Hunt Eastern Cape South Africa

    Duiker Hunt Eastern Cape South Africa

  11. Reedbuck Hunt Eastern Cape South Africa

    Reedbuck Hunt Eastern Cape South Africa

  12. Grey Rhebok Hunt Eastern Cape South Africa

    Grey Rhebok Hunt Eastern Cape South Africa

  13. Kudu Hunt Eastern Cape South Africa

    Kudu Hunt Eastern Cape South Africa

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    Affordable 2027 Couples Hunt

    Morning @NMRN We cater for couples and would love to have you hunt and vacation with us in the Eastern Cape. Our lodge is very comfortable with many attractions in the area. We offer a variety of trophy and management hunting packages. Have a look at our website https://karoowildsafaris.co.za/
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    SOUTH AFRICA: Spiral Horned Slam With KAROO WILD Safaris - Eastern Cape South Africa

    Terrific report Evan. Thank you to you and Tom for hunting with @KAROO WILD Safaris
 
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