Thank you all very much for the advice. One thing I’d like to mention, even though I have not hunted with them, I know that I will be choosing Wild Wildebeest Safaris when I am able to go in the future. Tonie (owner) and Steve (US rep) could not have been more understanding or helpful. Both were very understanding and told me to do exactly what the doctors say, and do not risk it. Tonie was very flexible on options going forward, which we are still processing lol. I’ll go ahead and admit it was a bit nerving going to hunt on another continent, not knowing what to expect. It’s pretty obvious that there are great people everywhere though.
I understand the “go for it” advice. I just don’t think I would feel right though. My wife was very much looking forward to this trip as well. She is sacrificing an Africa trip, plus she has to carry our baby for 9 months, not to mention what a woman’s body goes through. It is a very hard thing to do, but I can give up a trip for now for the safety of her and our child.
Thank you all again very much for the advice! I probably need to knock off a few of my bucket list hunts that are driving distance from me anyways for the next year or two. Anyone know much about DIY black bear hunts in Montana?
I hope to see my first grandchild this coming July and I look forward to that.
