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Well, I live in the middle of nowhere. So, it normally takes at least one transfer to get a direct flight to Europe. We have 4 hours in Toronto, so enough time to get the rifle sorted out and on its way. If it is checked through to Frankfurt, then all is good. Unless, they confiscate it in...

Yes, we may spend a few mornings hunting roe deer. My friend in Germany is working on that....he is not optimistic I can import my rifle. Either way, I will post my findings here.

We will be flying into Frankfurt. We will stay in Germany for 9 days, so we are really trying to combine two trips into one. More my wife's idea than mine, but I will make it work. Thanks for the advice, Brickburn!

I am finalizing my plans for our upcoming family vacation to German and Namibia. My wife, youngest son and I, plan to spend 9 days to visit friends and relatives near Frankfurt. We will then take a direct flight to Windhoek, Namibia. Two weeks hunting and touring in Namibia and then return home...

I'm heading to Namibia in August, with my wife and youngest son. Since both my son and I are left handed, I want to bring my own rifle. I think I will hire one of the specialized travel agents to smooth out the uncertainty of traveling with a rifle. This forum is such a great resource for...

Really enjoyed your report! I liked your comment "It was a good day." What an understatement! Thanks for sharing.

My son has a x-bolt in 7-08. He really likes it, but the only complaint is that the magazine spring is weak and it sometimes doesn't feed properly. He normally only takes one shot at a time so not a big deal when deer hunting but I wouldn't consider this rifle for dangerous game.

If you spend enough years hunting, you are going to have some humbling experiences. Great report...looking forward to the rest of it!

What an amazing hunt.... Congratulations! Thanks for sharing your story.

This reminds me a lot of central Saskatchewan, Canada, where I grew up. I spent many carefree days hunting muskrats, while I should have been studying the school books! In 1978, I trapped and shot 42 muskrats and 3 mink for an average price of $3.25 and $40 each respectively. Quite good money...

Well, we can both agree that we don't like sensasional news titles. However, neither of us have met the researchers involved, so it is again pure speculation on your part on weather they are "greasy" or not. What ever that means? I think I've made my point, I'll leave it at that.

Well Philip, like you, I have been a livestock producer my entire life and my wife is a veterinarian. AND YET I have never done a necropsy over the internet! I'm not sure why you do not believe the evidence presented by the researchers? However, to base an opinion on the cause of death, when you...

"The situation is sad, but we have to be reasonable. We believe it is better to put our efforts on the other 7,000 caribou of Quebec, where we still have good chances of success." Seems like a reasonable approach. Perhaps if GreenPeace is so upset they will put up the $76 million needed to save...

For those of you who don't want to read the whole article...;). I find this very plausible. I ran a poultry farm for many years. We once lost 5000 market weight turkeys to to heat exhaustion. The temperature was over 41 degrees celsius. This caused their blood ph to change and death came very...

Good writing! I felt like I was there with you. Being that close to hundreds of Buffalo would be amazing. I am going on my first buffalo hunt buffalo in two years time. Although, it will be in the Caprivi strip, reading your experience has really raised my anticipation. Thanks for sharing.

I'm heading to Namibia with my family in 2019. You certainly had some interesting experiences and reading about your hunt has increased my anticipation! Thanks for sharing your story.

I just watched the trailer......I'm looking forward to watching the full length version. Thank you, Philip Glass, for being brave enough to be the voice of trophy hunting, in todays society. The antis are getting more militant and most urban people are opposed to 'trophy' hunting. A thoughtful...

If you feel that you got what you paid for, then us readers back home got a real bargain....this was the best hunt I've "never " been on! Congratulations.

Well, you can't argue with success. I like Barnes. Some would say you shouldn't shoot them at slower speeds but I have had excellent performance with 220 grain TSX in my .358 Win. on elk and moose.

Lies, damned lies, and statistics! Thank you for posting, African Indaba.

Been waiting patiently for the rest of the story and you didn't disappoint! I would like to hunt buffalo but never considered archery.......hmmmm, now you have me thinking. Thanks for sharing your hunt with us.

You have a knack for writing! As I sit here on a snowy January afternoon, you've managed to transport me right back to Africa. Thanks.

Thanks for the report and sorry for your bad experience. I'm not so keen to go with "Hunt the Sun" anymore! I will continue my research....nice animals BTW.

I met Mike Birch this past January, at the Africa Hunting Show in Saskatoon. I was impressed and their outfit made my short list. His nephew was also at the booth and stated that they have 75% client return rate, so I think you will have a good hunt. Please write a hunting report!

......and waidmannsheil !!! That is a very nice bull.

Thank you again for the report. I especially appreciate your perspective of the changes happening in Zimbabwe.

Thank You for sharing your story! I look forward to reading the ending......

Yes, indeed!

I just spoke to to the Executive Director of the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation, and apparently a new venue has been chosen for the Africa Hunting Event in Saskatoon. The public announcement will be made once all the details are worked out. However, the Saskatoon Inn has not changed it's...

Here is my letter: To Whom it may concern, Very disappointed with your decision to cancel the Africa Hunting Event. Decisions based on emotion, rather then science, are seldom the best choice when running a business. You could have used this as an opportunity to show how sustainable hunting is...

Waidmannsheil! Very nice Hirsch. I have been lucky enough to hunt in Germany two times. A friend works for the city of Koln and I was able to hunt in the city and in the seven hills region. It was a great experience, although I now have a better appreciation for all the wilderness we have in...

I like your avatar. It is really cool how the curl of the Kudu's horn centers on it's eye. Glad you had an enjoyable hunt.

Got in on this discussion late, so I didn't take the time to read all five pages of comments so forgive me if my comment are redundant. First of all, thanks Jerome, for the post, it does make for interesting discussion. In my home province of Saskatchewan , you must take a Hunters Education...

I agree with DG2 as well. If I was going to Africa, I would use grizzly stik arrows and the Nanook single bevel broad heads.....expensive , yes, but very good quality! http://www.alaskabowhunting.com/GrizzlyStik-950br-Safari-Package-P425C84.aspx

Congratulations to both you and your daughter! I look forward to reading about the rest of your adventure.

I am envious of your Nyala! I would certainly like to go back and hunt them and another Kudu. Thanks for the report.

Your first trip to Africa is always special and it was great that your girl friend was there to share it with you. Thanks for the report.

Thanks for the great report! You've included all the aspects of a good story.....self deprecating humor , a bit of drama, and great photo's. Looking forward to reading about the rest of your hunt.

Great report. Nice trophies! Thanks for sharing.

Welcome to Africa Hunting forums. I hope you take your younger brother along on your next safari:A Happy Wave:!

Thanks for posting. I don't live far from where your hunt took place, there certainly are some huge bears that come out of that area. Be patient and you'll get that one you're looking for (y).

My sons first Moose a few other hunting stories…… Every year we put our names in a lottery with the hope of being selected for a special licence to hunt Moose or Elk around our farm in central Saskatchewan. This past year, my 14 year old son, Ben was very lucky and was drawn for three mule deer...

Yes, a Africa Hunting Show was held for the first time in Saskatoon, this past January. I understand they are coming back next year. There are not a lot of people in Saskatchewan , but there are a lot of serious hunters so I hope the event is a success for the outfitters attending.

Thanks AB2506, I read your hunting report and I know you had a good hunt with Patrick. As I do more research on Africa hunting I have come to the conclusion that there are lots of reputable safaris operators in South Africa. They all offer quality hunting and accommodations. So, really it comes...

Thanks for posting! Looks like a fantastic hunt. I look forward to your report as well.....

Yes , you do!

Welcome to AH! My first trip to South Africa was in 2013. I spent a lot of time prior to, studying pictures of the various antelope species. Everyone knows Eland and Kudu, but I had no idea what a mountain reedbuck was. Likewise, I was concerned about taking too many animals my first...

Thanks for all your kind words. I am hoping to write more reports in the future(y).

The hunting report is posted!

I'm from Saskatchewan, near Saskatoon.