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  1. thi9elsp

    COVID Travel Experience to Israel February 2022

    Just wanted to share our experience getting from the US to Israel this past week. We're on an organized tour of 22 people. Israel has been one of the most locked down, vaccine intensive countries the past 2 years. My reason for sharing is to encourage anyone on the fence about traveling...
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    Rust Film Shooting - Family Attorney for deceased: Animated Video

    Go down in the article and there is an animated video that the attorney's for Halyna Hutchins' family has created to show what happened on set. Dang. I don't know how a defense attorney for the film, production, Baldwin, etc. would be able to defeat it...
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    Repurposing Bushbuck Flat skin

    To the taxidermists out there. I have a bushbuck flat skin that is backed with black leather cowhide. Due to changes, I no longer have space to hang it on the wall. I'm considering having a chair (from my mom's parents) re-upholstered using some Cape buffalo hide and the bushbuck. What...
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    Bad Day for the Crocodile!

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    Eberlestock Just One Backpack For Sale

    I am selling my Eberlestock Just One Backpack in Western Slope Camouflage in like new condition. I only used it around home a coupe dozen times carrying loads getting in shape for Africa. The pack was bought with the idea of an Alaska Mountain Goat hunt. I've realized my days of hunting the...
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    Badlands Tree Hugger Fanny Pack For Sale

    I bought this Badlands Tree Hugger Fanny Pack in 2010 for a white tail deer hunt. The pack was only used that one time. As you can see in the photos it is in like new condition. PM me with any questions or follow ups. New $139.99 My price is $75 plus shipping. Thanks, John
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    Pelican Storm IM2950 For Sale

    I have a Pelican Storm IM2950 used for sale. I purchased in 2016 and it was used one time for a trip to New Zealand. It includes the foam inserts which have not been cut and damaged. If interested I will include the two long throw master lock padlocks and key. Pelican is listing new ones with...
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    Have you got your Toilet Paper?

    I'm already humming the tune and singing the chorus. How could this happen to me!?????
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    Nosler 1/2 Price Safari Plus BOGO Again February 20, 2020

    Nosler has Safari Ammo on sale plus they are including a BOGO. You add 2 to the cart and you'll see the second one for free. Of course, 375 H&H and 404J continue to be out of stock for me.
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    New Hampshire Coyote attacks child

    And, another child attacked by a wild animal. But, they're so soft and cuddly! Scary. https://abcnews.go.com/US/hampshire-father-strangles-coyote-attacked-child/story?id=68412201
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    Nosler Black Friday - All Safari Ammunition $49.95

    https://shop.nosler.com/nosler-ammunition-ammo/safari.html I don't need any more ammo right now but...it's amazing how much money I can save by spending money! John
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    Barnes VOR-TX 7mm 150GRN Tipped TSX BT For Sale

    I have a single box with 19 unspent cartridges available along with the other 21 empty brass. I bought two boxes to take with me to New Zealand back in 2015 and was using the outfitter's rental rifle. Due to the laws, I could not leave them. $20 plus shipping (~$20 via UPS).
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    Scentlok Clothes & Bags For Sale

    I have the following available for sale. I am within a couple hours of both Tampa and Orlando, FL if anyone in the area is interested in meeting nearby. Medium size: SentLok Savannah shirt and pants Scentlok Savannah hat with face mask and gloves Scentlok Bag Scentshield Bag $50 plus...
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    SADC threatening to leave CITES - good for them

    I am 100% behind the southern African countries and their desire to manage their resources leveraging the successes they've had to provide funding for their countries. We'll see what happens from this...
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    Browning Hydro-Suede 3 Piece For Sale

    I bought this Browning gear back in 1997 or 1998. Not sure. It is size large and consists of: Goretex Parka with fleece lining, hood, and snap on ground barrier Goretex Bib Overalls Down Jacket I wore it 3 days deer stand hunting in Illinois, 4 days deer standing hunting in Wisconsin and 5...
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    IRMA - anyone else affected?

    1983 it was Alicia when I lived in Houston - tree on car and house robbed while staying at friends 2004 4 did an X on Orlando - Jean # 4 ripped shingles off 2 weeks before we closed on selling house 2016 Hermine although 150 miles away, put a storm surge within a foot of the house Went up to...
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    Tourism Operators' Invasive Species Impacting Masai-Mara

    Interesting situation and a scary thought that invasive plant species could have such a significant impact on the herds of wild animals. Wonder if the photo safari environmentalists would recognize their contribution to the problem...
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    MOZAMBIQUE: Majune Safaris 2016

    T-minus 3 days. it's finally here or should I say, it's here already??!!! I thought I would start this thread to talk about preparation. I may not post while hunting, but will update the thread when we return. Outfitter/PH: Manuel Corona Majune Safaris, Niassa, Mozambique...
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    Mozambique - Zinave Park Animal Transfer from SA

    I found this article interesting. Especially since it is mentioned that the relocation is to help support hunting and then tourists. It's nice to see an article at least refer to the benefits of hunting in expanding the overall wildlife system...
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    Majic Coffee Table

    Does anyone have one of these or know where I can order one?
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    The Artistry of Wildlife: My Tahr is on its way

    I can't say enough about how beautiful my Tahr looks and how excited Ann and I are about the work that Dennis has done. It's in the trailer and will be on its way south shortly. Thank you Dennis for a beautiful job, listening to our vision and turning it into this piece of art. John
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    Mozambique Travel: Be Flexible!

    So, 74 days until Ann and I leave for our safari in Mozambique. First: About two months ago Manuel Corona of Majune Safaris was notified that a government official would be hunting his concession and of course, it would occur during our scheduled time. So, Manuel offered us two options: a)...
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    Marketing

    One buzz word in today's business world is MARKETING. However, people often ask for a simple explanation of "Marketing." Well, here it is: You're a woman and you see a handsome guy at a party. You go up to him and say, "I'm fantastic in bed." That's Direct Marketing. You're at a party with a...
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    Lions - Scientific America article

    Reasonable article from a science based magazine vs. environmentalists. The article has interesting perspective on lions in Africa and even considers trophy hunting on par with eco-tourism: "Despite the utility of ecotourism and trophy hunting for lion conservation in general, only a small...
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    HBO Realsports on Elephant

    Well, another media group going after hunters. Just saw part of a show on HBO Realsports on the elephant poaching and hunting. Pretty much slammed the hunters and were totally biased. Of course they'll say that they 'mentioned' that the preponderance of the elephants killed are by poachers...
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    NYT Article on the negative impact of the ban of trophy hunting

    I finally read an article in a major publication to reflect the impact to the animals and the villages. Seems well written and on point. Maybe if enough villagers protest, Botswana will alter course and re-introduce hunting...
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    NEW ZEALAND: 1st Stag & Tahr Hunt

    Ann and I just got back from 19 days in New Zealand. Wow, what a country. The only place I can compare it to for scenery is Alaska. We had a great time touring before and after our hunt. We hunted two evenings and one morning for free range stag. However, I think in the area we were in we...
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    Choose the right purse

    Put your drink down, volume up and pay attention before you start this video. Oh, turn on the CC if you want to also. http://safeshare.tv/w/KkkEFRtyiS
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    Earthquakes in Dallas

    I'm here in Irving Texas today and have had multiple earthquakes since this afternoon. 3 felt quite strong and then just had some tremors 10 to 15 minutes ago. Looks like this has been happening since September. Anybody traveling in for the convention next week might get a little extra...
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    Christmas Trophies

    Ann pushed me for a month to get these out here. I tried to avoid it, but, the abuse I'll receive from the AH Members pales in comparison to the abuse I'm receiving at home for not posting them. I've also been told I WILL upload new photos as the great room goes through the decorating seasons...
 
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