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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Safari Trackers Hunts |
Below is one sample of such a Report which is made available to you FREE of Charge.
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ID: |
8270 |
Weapon
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Rifle |
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Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
January 15, 2011 to January 25, 2011 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
Tanzania Masailand |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Adam Clements; Safari Trackers. 24165 IH 10 West; Suite 205; San Antonio; TX; 78257; Tel. 210-698-0077; Fax: 210-698-0108; Email: Adam@safaritrackers.com; Web www.safaritrackers.com |
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Guide (if any): |
Wayne Clark |
| Booking
Agent (if any): |
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Trip
Arrangements
(if self-guided): |
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GAME
DESCRIPTION |
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| Major
Game Animals Taken: |
Buffalo - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 48" |
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Buffalo - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 43" |
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Hartebeest, Coke's - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: |
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Condition Comments: |
Thousands of buffalo, all game in good condition. |
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SERVICE
RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor) |
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| Quality
of Outfit: |
Excellent |
Guide/PH
Ability: |
Excellent |
| Condition
of Camp: |
Excellent |
Condition
of Equipment: |
Good |
| Quality
of Food: |
Excellent |
Trophy
Care: |
Excellent |
| Name
of Airline: |
Singapore Airlines/ South African Airways, Precisi |
Airline
Service: |
Good |
| Airline
Comments: |
No problems |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
For 10 days and 2 buffalos |
Amount: |
$20000 |
| Trophy Fees: |
$2,500 per buffalo |
Amount: |
$5000 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
Included |
Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Charter Airfares: |
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$0 |
| Other Costs: |
Hotels and Tips |
Amount: |
$4000 |
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
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| Problems
of Hunt: |
Poached elephant. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Big herds of buffalo, very nice camp, professional staff, hardworking, knowledgeable PH. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
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| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
yes |
| Why? |
Many trophy size buffalo. |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Larry C. Robbins |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 65-6462-6317 - 48 Jalam Ampang, Singapore 26834 E-mail: robbins@starhub.net.sg |
| Hunting Experience: |
15 years hunting Zimbabwe, Zambia, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania |
| Physical Condition: |
Very good. |
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IMPORTANT
NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt) |
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| Notified Outfitter? |
Notified Personal Guide? |
Notified Booking Agent? |
| Seeking any
kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter
or guide? |
| If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought? |
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ADDITIONAL
HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL |
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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Safari Trackers Hunts |
Below is one sample of such a Report which is made available to you FREE of Charge.
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DATE
AND PLACE OF HUNT |
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| Report
ID: |
7501 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
August 18, 2009 to August 27, 2009 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
Tanzania Loibor Serit |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Adam Clements; Safari Trackers. 24165 IH 10 West; Suite 205; San Antonio; TX; 78257; Tel. 210-698-0077; Fax: 210-698-0108; Email: Adam@safaritrackers.com; Web www.safaritrackers.com |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Dean Kendall |
| Booking
Agent (if any): |
Jeff C. Neal; Jeff C. Neal, Inc.. 2651 E 21st St; Suite 304; Tulsa; OK; 74114; Tel. 918-299-3580; Fax: 918-299-3582;Email: Nealhunts@aol.com; Web www.jeffcnealinc.com |
Trip
Arrangements
(if self-guided): |
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GAME
DESCRIPTION |
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| Major
Game Animals Taken: |
Buffalo, Cape - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 42 inches. |
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Gazelle, Grant - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 22 7/8 inches. |
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Impala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 25 inches. |
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Bushpig - Availability: Scarce - Trophy Size: Nice adult male. |
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Zebra - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Unique striping. |
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Hartebeest - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Nice older male. |
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Wildebeest - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: White bearded wildebeest. Nice older male. |
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| Game
Sought But Not Taken: |
Warthog - Availability: I put low on priority list. |
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Condition Comments: |
All game was in good condition and free ranging. |
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SERVICE
RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor) |
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| Quality
of Outfit: |
Excellent |
Guide/PH
Ability: |
Excellent |
| Condition
of Camp: |
Excellent |
Condition
of Equipment: |
Excellent |
| Quality
of Food: |
Excellent |
Trophy
Care: |
Excellent |
| Name
of Airline: |
KLM |
Airline
Service: |
Good |
| Airline
Comments: |
Guns were three days late getting to camp. Then charged $400 extra baggage charge on the way home. |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
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Amount: |
$25000 |
| Trophy Fees: |
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Amount: |
$10250 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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$0 |
| Charter Airfares: |
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$0 |
| Other Costs: |
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Amount: |
$4750 |
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
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| Problems
of Hunt: |
Phone and flashlight. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Having my wife on safari as an observer and getting to experience all of the amazing things that happened on a daily basis. Masai people - our staff and especially our PH Dean Kendall who made sure that Judy was happy. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
Stop in Arusha first thing and buy a cell phone, SIM card and a bunch of minutes so you can call home. Take two or three flashlights with AA batteries and LED bulbs. Do not take old type bulb flashlight. |
| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
| Why? |
This was a once in a lifetime trip for my wife and I. We visited Zanzibar and Ngorngoro crater prior to and after the hunt (arrangements by others - not part of safari. Every day was a new adventure and totally unique. |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Brad Miller |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 918-688-0761 - PO Box 2186, Owasso, OK 74055 E-mail: brad.miller@the-tulsa.com |
| Hunting Experience: |
I have hunted deer, antelope, elk, birds and waterfowl. |
| Physical Condition: |
Good. |
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IMPORTANT
NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt) |
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| Notified Outfitter? |
Notified Personal Guide? |
Notified Booking Agent? |
| Seeking any
kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter
or guide? |
| If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought? |
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ADDITIONAL
HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL |
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The trip started with a call to Jeff C. Neal Inc. in Jenks, Oklahoma. I have watched 'Under Wild Skies' for years and he was the producer until a few years ago. In the credits it gave his phone number and I new he was @ the Tulsa area. When I started getting serious we met for lunch and discussed that he liked Zambia and Tanzania. He then asked what my major desire was. I told him Cape buffalo. He assured me that Tanzania was the place and he had the 'guys'. So the whole thing started with his assurance that I was going to spend a lot of money, my wife Judy was going and would have a GREAT time and we would come back blown away with the experience. He also hooked us up with a lady in Virginia to do all of the pre and post safari activities- these worked out perfect as well. So far Jeff is 1 for 1! I could tell you stories of trophy mule deer hunts (3) that my son and I booked ourselves and turned out to be horrible, but we are trying to stay positive here! Jeff put me in touch with Adam Clements who handled all of the safari arrangements with Bundu Safaris in Moshi, Tanzania. My wife and I went to the DCS convention met Adam, his wife Chantel and one of their PHs Brian and then Jamie. Jamie is the person that we dealt with most of the time and is the person that makes their world goes around! If we were unsure of government forms, costs, medications, etc, etc, etc, just ask Jamie! Once in Africa we were met by Tom with Bundu Safaris at JRO airport in Arusha to clear our guns and ammo- he had an easy job because we did not get guns and ammo! KLM did not make the transfer in Amsterdam. We were several days figuring out the puzzle but finally Christian with Bundu tracks it all down. He has us go with Dean Kendall our PH and his tracker Clement out to the bush, sends us some loaner guns and we get busy hunting. Dean also had flight/ gun issues coming from Zimbabwe thru Nairobi, Kenya to JRO. He found his .416 Rigby in Nairobi on his way home! The rifles were Ruger model 77's in .375 H&H Mag and a .300 Win. Mag. the guns were in great shape and had quality scopes. Camp was awesome and the staff was superb. Our Tanzanian game scout was Masai by birth and could speak English, Swalhili, Masai and French. He became our personal translator when we visited Masai villages and talking with the camp staff who did not speak English. Dean also spoke good Swalhili. The camp is powered by generator and you have electric for a few hours in the morning and a few hours at night. I brought everything to use 'AA' size batteries- small camera, flashlight and DVR player. I forgot one thing- the flashlight was a 'bulb' style and went out the 1st night. Bad plan! Bring LED only and bring extra everything. The camp has candles and matches but in the middle of the night you are fumbling around to get to the restroom. Did I mention how dark it is in Africa? With the flaps down on the tent and even with a 1/2 moon it is REALLY dark. Everyone at camp had a job to do and did it well, from the security guard to our PH, everything was 1st class. Dean was on top of everything every minute of every day. He went out of his way to make sure Judy was comfortable with all aspects of the hunt, camp and food/ wine. We discussed what my expectations were prior to going into the field. I told him that Cape buffalo was #1 on the list but that I wanted to take nice older/mature males of each species- no expectations of SCI world records. It all happened the way he described. We did not take a warthog but I chose to spend more time chasing buffalo and only set in a blind for a few hours one day. I could hunt buffalo EVERY day- what a thrill. After taking a real nice bushpig and finding out how rare they are to see, it was more exciting than any warthog. The trackers and staff were real excited also- they couldn't wait to get him back to camp for lunch. We used the zebra as bait for the other PH Brian and his client who were hunting at Lokisale. It took a few days for the leopard to hit the bait and Dean notified Brian. They came to our camp and on the 2nd evening they shot a nice male. I learned a lot of different things about how the PH and trackers approach hunting. The main priority was to stay with the PH. I would start wandering off and it is like in the movie Top Gun- stay with your wing man- stay with your PH! I have read many stories over the years by Capstick and others and was always fascinated with the trackers. Seeing it 1st hand is AMAZING. Adam Clements personal tracker Sam was in camp and although neither of us could speak the other's language, there was a mutual respect from day 1. When on track these guys are in full stealth mode- never talking- just hand signals or a snap of the fingers to clarify what was going on. The most heart pounding event happened one day when after a few hours of tracking buffalo, we took a break. A group of female elephant had fed in behind us and were straight down wind @ 50 yards back in deep bush. They started to raise hell and by the time Dean and I were up on our feet, the trackers and game scout went flying by us. He asked if I was loaded and to start walking backwards with guns up. After a minute or so we had moved out of the area and had a visual on the cows and calves. That was a pretty exciting event. Judy and I visited the Masai village a few times and each time we went they became friendlier. This was one of most interesting parts of the entire trip. After returning home we discussed the hunting part of the trip and Judy says next time she is going to hunt also! I had serious reservations whether she would enjoy this trip but after it was all over with, it was the most memorable thing that we have ever done. Please feel free to call or e-mail if you have any questions. Thanks, Brad & Judy Miller
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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Safari Trackers Hunts |
Below is one sample of such a Report which is made available to you FREE of Charge.
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DATE
AND PLACE OF HUNT |
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| Report
ID: |
5587 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
September 1, 2006 to September 11, 2006 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
Zimbabwe Shangani Shangani |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Adam Clements; Safari Trackers. 24165 IH 10 West; Suite 205; San Antonio; TX; 78257; Tel. 210-698-0077; Fax: 210-698-0108; Email: Adam@safaritrackers.com; Web www.safaritrackers.com |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Chris Burton (Great PH! Out of four different PH's, he's the best. |
| Booking
Agent (if any): |
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Trip
Arrangements
(if self-guided): |
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Required: |
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GAME
DESCRIPTION |
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| Major
Game Animals Taken: |
Elephant - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 5 foot long tusks. |
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Sable - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 37 inch bull. |
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Zebra - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Big male. |
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Impala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Saw a 25 inch ram. |
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Sought But Not Taken: |
Leopard - Availability: Not really trying - left early, wouldn't sit in blind at night. Already have one. |
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Condition Comments: |
Greatest hunt I've ever done. Lots of elephant - thick Jess - makes for a wild hunt. This area has hundreds of bulls (no cows or calves) that migrate from Hwanee National Park. Leopard were thick in area, but I wasn't too interested in sitting in a blind over night. Saw a female on a rack in broad daylight! |
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SERVICE
RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor) |
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| Quality
of Outfit: |
Excellent |
Guide/PH
Ability: |
Excellent |
| Condition
of Camp: |
Excellent |
Condition
of Equipment: |
Good |
| Quality
of Food: |
Excellent |
Trophy
Care: |
Excellent |
| Name
of Airline: |
KLM to Johanesburg, SAA to Bulawayo. |
Airline
Service: |
Good |
| Airline
Comments: |
KLM will not permit firearms in transit to Zimbabwe. |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
$900.00 per day for elephant (10 days). |
Amount: |
$9000 |
| Trophy Fees: |
$10,000.00 for elephant, $3,000.00 for sable. |
Amount: |
$13000 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
$100.00 elephant CITES export fee. |
Amount: |
$100 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$2000 |
| Charter Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Other Costs: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
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| Problems
of Hunt: |
I borrowed a .416 from PH to avoid hassels at airports! |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Following close to herds of bull elephant several times per day, trying to see all heads in thick thorn Jess, having some bulls "mock" charge; the finest hunt! |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
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| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
| Why? |
I have hunted 21 day full bag in Tanzania. Brown Bear on Kodiak Island and other great hunts, but this takes the cake for wild hunting! No bigger thrill exists in hunting world in my opinion. |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Hale |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 806-787-9958 - 15219 Joliet Avenue E-mail: jshale@cox.net |
| Hunting Experience: |
Alaska, Canada, Africa five times, Mexico. |
| Physical Condition: |
Scale of one to ten, I would say eight. |
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IMPORTANT
NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt) |
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| Notified Outfitter? |
Notified Personal Guide? |
Notified Booking Agent? |
| Seeking any
kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter
or guide? |
| If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought? |
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ADDITIONAL
HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL |
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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Safari Trackers Hunts |
Below is one sample of such a Report which is made available to you FREE of Charge.
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DATE
AND PLACE OF HUNT |
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| Report
ID: |
6027 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
August 12, 2006 to September 15, 2006 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
Tanzania Selous and Masailand |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Adam Clements; Safari Trackers. 24165 IH 10 West; Suite 205; San Antonio; TX; 78257; Tel. 210-698-0077; Fax: 210-698-0108; Email: Adam@safaritrackers.com; Web www.safaritrackers.com |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Wayne Clark |
| Booking
Agent (if any): |
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Trip
Arrangements
(if self-guided): |
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| License
Required: |
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GAME
DESCRIPTION |
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| Major
Game Animals Taken: |
Eland - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Lower 1/3rd of SCI. |
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Kudu, Lesser - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Lower 1/3rd of SCI. |
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Oryx - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: |
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Waterbuck - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Low SCI. |
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Impala - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: |
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Gazelle, Grant - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: |
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Wildebeest - Availability: Scarce - Trophy Size: Mid SCI. |
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Hartebeest - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Low SCI - really wild. |
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Hippopotamus - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Lower 1/3rd SCI. |
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Hyena - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Lower 1/3rd SCI. |
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Sought But Not Taken: |
Gazelle, Thomson - Availability: Never saw one. |
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Gerenuk - Availability: Never saw one. |
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Lion - Availability: Never came to bait while we were there. |
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Leopard - Availability: Never came to bait while we were there. |
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Buffalo - Availability: Over 40 inches, never found one. |
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Condition Comments: |
Very scarce, in general, especially quality animals. The above result equates to a 50-50 14 day plains game hunt. |
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SERVICE
RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor) |
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| Quality
of Outfit: |
Good |
Guide/PH
Ability: |
Good |
| Condition
of Camp: |
Excellent |
Condition
of Equipment: |
Good |
| Quality
of Food: |
Good |
Trophy
Care: |
Excellent |
| Name
of Airline: |
KLM and Northwest Airlines. |
Airline
Service: |
Good |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
For a 35 day safari. |
Amount: |
$70000 |
| Trophy Fees: |
Low amount because of failure to get higher cost animals. |
Amount: |
$15000 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$5000 |
| Charter Airfares: |
You get and pay for a 8 seat plane, whether you need it or not. |
Amount: |
$8352 |
| Other Costs: |
Tips, shipping and handling. |
Amount: |
$15000 |
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
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| Problems
of Hunt: |
Very, very, very poor success relative to cost of the hunt and length of it. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
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| Equipment
Recommendations: |
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| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
No |
| Why? |
I wouldn't recommend it to an enemy. Terrible memory. I work for a living and the results relative to cost were terrible. |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Roger L. Gregg |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 209-632-2217 - 628 Crane Ave., Turlock, CA 95380 E-mail: rogerlgregg@bigvalley.net |
| Hunting Experience: |
Worldwide. Ovis Super 20 and Capra Super 20. |
| Physical Condition: |
Excellent for my age. |
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IMPORTANT
NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt) |
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| Notified Outfitter? Yes |
Notified Personal Guide? Yes |
Notified Booking Agent? Yes |
| Seeking any
kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter
or guide? No |
| If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought? |
I argued the charter cost to no avail. Clements never volunteered any kind of compensation. Such as a reduced price re hunt, etc. |
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ADDITIONAL
HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL |
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Rebuttal from Adam Clements of Safari Trackers:
Thank you for the e-mail with regards to the report from Roger Gregg. It is unfortunate that he has complained about his safari which he did in September of 2006. As much as we would like for each and every client to have 100% success on all the animals that they desire, this is just not the reality in fair chase hunting. Not every client will shoot every animal they want to acquire while on safari, and not every client will be lucky during a safari. We do have everything it takes for a successful safari with fantastic areas, excellent professional hunters, great quality and abundance of game. I invite everyone to just look at my website at www.safaritrackers.com in the Trophy Gallery and see for themselves what quality we produce! In the 2006 section you can even see some of the trophies that Roger took that he calls "poor" quality. Due to the fact that it is hunting each client will experience a different safari and will differ in the experience that they have. Of course when a client like Roger Gregg does not get everything that he wanted whilst on safari, they then tend to get mad and exaggerate on what the actual hunt was in order to come up with a "good" complaint. I do accept the fact that not every safari will go as planned and we will not be able to please every single client. This comes with the territory when dealing with people. We always put forth 110% effort in all of our safaris and provide excellent camps, equipment, professional hunters and great areas for each and every client. We also work for a living and we are no different than Roger in this aspect. So, if a client does not manage to take all of the animals they wish to take during a safari, it does not mean that we did not do our job. It simply means that the client had some bad luck, made bad decisions, missed animals or the game did not cooperate as all would have liked. Roger Gregg and his wife booked a 31-day safari with us in order to hunt in our Selous area and one of our Masailand areas. They were booked to hunt in the Selous for 21-days and then Masailand for 10-days with PH Wayne Clark. Now, anyone who knows Wayne Clark or who has hunted with him knows that he is an excellent PH and always goes above and beyond for each and every client, and it is not for the lack of trying if a client does not get an animal! There are many aspects of this safari that I could go into detail with but will not get into all the details as I think it is inappropriate to talk about someone in the public eye. I see that Roger has no problem trying to discredit someone in public, but I will not stoop to his level on this matter. There are very simple things that happened on this safari that caused Roger not to get some of his trophies like leaving an area early when there were cats on bait and missing a 45" Buffalo. These are just a few things that Roger never mentioned in his report and just wanted to make it look like we have bad areas. This is not the case and anyone who knows our areas will tell a different story and how they are some of the best areas in Africa. Again, we regret that Roger did not get every single animal on his wish list, but it was not due to any fault of ours, or the areas that he hunted. If anyone would like to talk to me about this particular hunt and find out the facts, they are welcome to call or e-mail me at any time. I think that our pictures on the website will speak for themselves and throw all doubt out the window about our areas and operation. I take my job and reputation very serious and it is unfortunate that there are some clients that will never be happy no matter what. What ever happened to the thrill and adventure of hunting? Has it come down to a check list and if a client does not get everything on their list they will complain? Regards, Adam
From Roger L. Gregg Regarding Rebuttal from Adam Clements
I'm not even going to try to rebut the comments of a booking agent skilled in alibing except for the following short comments:
1) Adam did an excellent job of "stooping to my level". 2) It's amazing how the list of animals we discussed, while Adam was selling the hunt, was called reasonable expectations, but is now called a "wish list". 3) We sat on lion and/or leopard baits at least 20 times and never once left early. 4) The statement that I missed a 45 inch buffalo is not true.
Adam cannot bring himself to accept any responsibility for anything being his fault.
See the attached correspondence (available from Gregg on request) concerning ruined capes. Again, it's not his fault, and he did not do anything about it even with the resources that are so readily available to him.
Whether an interested hunter agrees with me or not, I would be more than happy to discuss my experience with the. Feel free to call me collect at: 209-632-2217 and 209-634-5358 or email at: rogerlgregg@bigvalley.net.
P.S. I don't consider myself a Novice complainer having experienced a lot of agents, etc. enroute to acquiring 20 different sheep of the world and 20 different goats as well as 8 African safaris.
Roger Gregg
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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Safari Trackers Hunts |
Below is one sample of such a Report which is made available to you FREE of Charge.
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Rifle |
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Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
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of Hunt: |
November 18, 2005 to December 1, 2005 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
Tanzania Masailand - Lokisale area |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
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Adam Clements; Safari Trackers. 24165 IH 10 West; Suite 205; San Antonio; TX; 78257; Tel. 210-698-0077; Fax: 210-698-0108; Email: Adam@safaritrackers.com; Web www.safaritrackers.com |
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Guide (if any): |
Brian Van Blerk |
| Booking
Agent (if any): |
Adam Clements; Safari Trackers. 24165 IH 10 West; Suite 205; San Antonio; TX; 78257; Tel. 210-698-0077; Fax: 210-698-0108;Email: Adam@safaritrackers.com; Web www.safaritrackers.com |
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GAME
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Game Animals Taken: |
Buffalo - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 42 1/2, 42 and 40 inches. All very nice with good bosses. |
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Oryx - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 29 1/2 X 7 1/4. |
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Wildebeest - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 28 and 30 inches. |
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Lion - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Excellent old male with good mane. |
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Zebra - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Nice skins. |
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Leopard - Availability: Had no time left. Lots of big tracks. Good, good area. |
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Hunted both Masailand camps, Lokisale and Lobo. Game was just awesome this time of year. I have hunted Masailand before on two occasions and seen nothing like this place. |
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SERVICE
RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor) |
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Excellent |
Guide/PH
Ability: |
Excellent |
| Condition
of Camp: |
Excellent |
Condition
of Equipment: |
Excellent |
| Quality
of Food: |
Excellent |
Trophy
Care: |
Excellent |
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of Airline: |
KLM |
Airline
Service: |
Good |
| Airline
Comments: |
No problems except a lot of paperwork. Bundi expedites your departure so no problems leaving or arriving. |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
Very competive for Tanzania. |
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$0 |
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$0 |
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Airfares: |
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Can't give this out if my wife found out cost of these hunts, I'd have to buy a lot of jewerly. |
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
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| Problems
of Hunt: |
Not one. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Incredible buffalo population. Best area I have seen although this was best time of year to hunt as game moves around the area from the Tarangire National Park. |
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Recommendations: |
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| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
| Why? |
In 17 African safaris I have never seen such game concentrations. If my hunt had been a little longer I'm sure I could have gotten even better buffalo and leopard. As it was my buffalo and lion were great. |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Lee Lipscomb |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 310-552-3800 - 10100 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA E-mail: llipscomb818@charter.net |
| Hunting Experience: |
17 African safaris - North America, Alaska and Canada. |
| Physical Condition: |
Excellent for my age. |
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IMPORTANT
NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt) |
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| Notified Outfitter? |
Notified Personal Guide? |
Notified Booking Agent? |
| Seeking any
kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter
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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Safari Trackers Hunts |
Below is one sample of such a Report which is made available to you FREE of Charge.
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DATE
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ID: |
4821 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
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of Hunt: |
June 15, 2005 to June 24, 2005 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
Zimbabwe Shangani |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Adam Clements; Safari Trackers. 24165 IH 10 West; Suite 205; San Antonio; TX; 78257; Tel. 210-698-0077; Fax: 210-698-0108; Email: Adam@safaritrackers.com; Web www.safaritrackers.com |
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Guide (if any): |
Chris Burton |
| Booking
Agent (if any): |
Cabelas. 610 Glover Road; Suite A; Sidney; NE; 69162; Tel. 800-346-8747; Email: outdooradventures@cabelas.com; Web www.cabelasoutdooradventures.com |
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Arrangements
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GAME
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Game Animals Taken: |
Sable - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 39 inches. |
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Wildebeest - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 28 inches. |
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Warthog - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 13 inches. |
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Zebra - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Condition Comments: |
Plenty of game that we sought to take. |
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SERVICE
RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor) |
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| Quality
of Outfit: |
Excellent |
Guide/PH
Ability: |
Excellent |
| Condition
of Camp: |
Excellent |
Condition
of Equipment: |
Excellent |
| Quality
of Food: |
Excellent |
Trophy
Care: |
Excellent |
| Name
of Airline: |
South African Airlines. |
Airline
Service: |
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COSTS |
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Airfares: |
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$0 |
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
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| Problems
of Hunt: |
No problems. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
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Recommendations: |
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Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Hollis H. Perkins |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 308-255-2139 - 2385 Whitetail, Sidney, NE 69162 E-mail: hperkins@cabelas.com |
| Hunting Experience: |
Extensive. |
| Physical Condition: |
Good. |
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| Notified Outfitter? |
Notified Personal Guide? |
Notified Booking Agent? |
| Seeking any
kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter
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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Safari Trackers Hunts |
Below is one sample of such a Report which is made available to you FREE of Charge.
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DATE
AND PLACE OF HUNT |
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ID: |
4320 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
July 21, 2004 to July 30, 2004 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
Tanzania Masailand Loibor Serpit |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Adam Clements; Safari Trackers. 24165 IH 10 West; Suite 205; San Antonio; TX; 78257; Tel. 210-698-0077; Fax: 210-698-0108; Email: Adam@safaritrackers.com; Web www.safaritrackers.com |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Alan Vincent |
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Agent (if any): |
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Arrangements
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GAME
DESCRIPTION |
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Game Animals Taken: |
Buffalo, Cape - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Wildebeest - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: |
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Gazelle, Grant - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Zebra - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Impala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Hartebeest - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Cokes. |
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Condition Comments: |
All trophies were in very respectable. A lot of good buffalo. |
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SERVICE
RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor) |
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of Outfit: |
Excellent |
Guide/PH
Ability: |
Excellent |
| Condition
of Camp: |
Excellent |
Condition
of Equipment: |
Excellent |
| Quality
of Food: |
Good |
Trophy
Care: |
Excellent |
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of Airline: |
KLM |
Airline
Service: |
Good |
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Comments: |
No problems. No lost gun or luggage. |
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COSTS |
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Fees: |
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$0 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Airfares: |
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
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| Problems
of Hunt: |
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of Hunt: |
I enjoyed the Masiland Country and the people. Killing a Cape Buffalo is a big thrill. |
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Recommendations: |
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Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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Name: |
Mike Vannatta |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 713-223-5050 - 5715 Springton Ln., Spring, TX 77379 E-mail: mjv@gswpaper.com |
| Hunting Experience: |
45 years old. 3 Safaris, 5 times to Alaska. Many whitetail and elk. |
| Physical Condition: |
Good. |
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IMPORTANT
NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt) |
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| Notified Outfitter? |
Notified Personal Guide? |
Notified Booking Agent? |
| Seeking any
kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter
or guide? |
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ADDITIONAL
HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL |
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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Safari Trackers Hunts |
Below is one sample of such a Report which is made available to you FREE of Charge.
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DATE
AND PLACE OF HUNT |
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ID: |
4460 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
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of Hunt: |
September 25, 2003 to October 8, 2003 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
Tanzania Selous Game Reserve LU-5 on Luwegu River (Harpreet Brar) |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Adam Clements; Safari Trackers. 24165 IH 10 West; Suite 205; San Antonio; TX; 78257; Tel. 210-698-0077; Fax: 210-698-0108; Email: Adam@safaritrackers.com; Web www.safaritrackers.com |
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Guide (if any): |
Adam Clements |
| Booking
Agent (if any): |
Steve Turner; Gracy Travel International, Inc. 6865 Camp Bullis Rd; San Antonio; TX; 78256; Tel. 800-299-8558; Fax: 210-698-2158;Email: steve@gracytravel.com; |
Trip
Arrangements
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GAME
DESCRIPTION |
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Game Animals Taken: |
Leopard - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: SCI Book @ 15". |
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Elephant - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Hippopotamus - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: SCI Book. |
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Buffalo, Cape - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 38 1/2" and 39 1/2". |
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Eland - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: East African. 34 1/2" plus. |
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Bushbuck - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: @ 15". |
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Wildebeest - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Nyasa wildebeest. SCI Book. |
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Duiker - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Grey backed. 3 1/2". |
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Impala - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Zebra - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Waterbuck - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Warthog - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Lion - Availability: Missed shot at only black-maned lion seen. |
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LU-5 game were very abundant and many species seen daily. Riverine and plains habitat gave different landscapes and increased diversity of game. The Luwegu River was beautiful and acted as a magnet for game. |
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Excellent |
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Ability: |
Excellent |
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of Camp: |
Excellent |
Condition
of Equipment: |
Excellent |
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of Food: |
Good |
Trophy
Care: |
Excellent |
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of Airline: |
South African Air |
Airline
Service: |
Excellent |
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Comments: |
Our second great experince with SAA. |
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Fees: |
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
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| Problems
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Temperature hot and dry mid-day and game movement slowed down. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
See comments. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
Cool comfortable hiking shoes, light-weight cool clothing, and sunscreen. |
| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
| Why? |
Great block For husband, wife, and family safari. Abundant game seen from camp on beach across Luwegu River. |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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Name: |
Robert Crew |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 540-977-4787 - 461 Misty Mountain Lane, Roanoke, VA 24012 E-mail: rcrewsnest@aol.com |
| Hunting Experience: |
4th Safari ('73 Kenya, '02 and '03 Tanzania), hunted for most of life. |
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Physically fit for hunting. |
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IMPORTANT
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| Notified Outfitter? |
Notified Personal Guide? |
Notified Booking Agent? |
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The Crews Do The Selous By Robert and Eileen Crew
Eileen and I spent our second great safari with Adam Clements PH and Safari Trackers in the Selous Game Reserve (LU-5). We were even blessed with the newest member of the Clements team, his wife Chantelle. The head tracker Doto and skinner Hamisi also were friendly faces from our Safari last year in western Tanzania.
Our Camp overlooking the Luwegu River was truly spectacular. We had a panoramic view of the 200 yards of river, 200 yards of sand bar, and a beautiful tree line that rose into the riverine hills. We had elephants, lions, hyenas, waterbucks, impalas, and Cape buffalo frequent at the sandbar and river. An old resident bull hippo cooled off in a wallow on the opposite bank and dined on the green grass on the bank below our tent at night.
Game was abundant and the topography along the Luwegu River was breathtakingly beautiful. Insects were not a problem, but the afternoons were hot and dry with variable wind, which is a problem in staling game. I listened to Adam and Eileen this time and Andy Ross accompanied us as videographer and wildlife expert. The raw footage of our safari is indescribable in value. The finished video is a movie production with memories for life. We can finally show our friends and family what it was really like. Words, pictures, and trophy mounts do not do the safari experience justice. The video footage lets people experience what it is really like.
Elephant was one of our top five trophies and this was my 30-year anniversary of shooting my first elephant in Kenya. We viewed 3 to 4 bulls daily and stalked within 20 yards of respectable bulls nearly every day. We were selective and wanted to get one that exceeded 45 lbs. After many debated and reviewing daily video footage of the bulls seen, we finally found our bull on day 9 in the afternoon. We found him in a dry riverbed taking a sand/dust bath. The wind was right and we stalked him about 100 yards into the thick brush and lost him once until Doto picked him up. Adam and I got to within 25 yards of him; he knew something was wrong. He was scenting the air with his trunk and raised it toward his back track. He turned to get away and offered us his hip/spine and quartering lung shot. I shot four times and Adam helped anchor him. He dropped 50 yards and I finished him. Eileen said he was everything she expected in a bull elephant. There are few things more exciting than a successful elephant hunt.
Once our chance at hippo came around mid-day on day 4 when I spotted a hippo with only his ears and eyes showing at 95 yard out in the middle of the Luwegu River while returning to camp. We had a group discussion on his masculinity and tusk size while Doto threw rocks at him to get him to rise out of the water so we could evaluate him. Eileen and Chantelle joined us on the bank and got to experience the entire hunt. I will say that hitting the softball size brain of a floating hippo that is rising and falling in the water can be challenging. Adam said that I might have set a new record of 7/10 headshots to anchor a trophy. In viewing the video he dropped just as I took my first and most critical shot, but to quote Adam, "In the Salt is a good hunt." We spent hours wincing him up on the sand bar and everyone including the ladies went into the river to cool off.
Our camp accommodations and wonderful in-suite showers were a blessing. We took our share of showers to cleanse and cool off. Adam jokingly said the Luwegu river dropped ½ a foot during our stay! Yes, for those of you who do not know it, Adam can be JOLLY and delightful even when he is focused on hunting. The prepared wild game by our chef was very good and I think eland was as good as beef in the states. Our discussions around the campfire each night with lions roaring in the background added more excitement to our African safari experience.
Game was plentiful wand we were fortunate to successfully take leopard, elephant, 2 cape buffalos, hippopotamus, Patterson eland, bushbuck, impala, waterbuck, zebra, gray backed duiker, Nyasa land wildebeest, and warthog in 14 days of hunting. We had opportunities for lion and crocodile, but the hunting Gods did not smile on us. The opportunity to take 5 of the Big 6 Dangerous Game and be immersed in the beautiful scenery of this area was a real gift. Adam again gave Eileen and me the safari experience that memories are made of.
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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Safari Trackers Hunts |
Below is one sample of such a Report which is made available to you FREE of Charge.
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DATE
AND PLACE OF HUNT |
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3008 |
Weapon
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Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
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of Hunt: |
August 31, 2002 to September 20, 2002 |
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of Hunt: |
Tanzania Selous Game Reserve. |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Adam Clements; Safari Trackers. 24165 IH 10 West; Suite 205; San Antonio; TX; 78257; Tel. 210-698-0077; Fax: 210-698-0108; Email: Adam@safaritrackers.com; Web www.safaritrackers.com |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Adam Clements. |
| Booking
Agent (if any): |
|
Trip
Arrangements
(if self-guided): |
|
| License
Required: |
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GAME
DESCRIPTION |
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| Major
Game Animals Taken: |
Leopard - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Over 15 inches. |
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Buffalo, Cape - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 36 inches, 37 inches and 40 inches. |
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Sable - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Roosevelt. 35 inches. |
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Eland - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: |
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Impala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 20 inches, 23.5 inches. |
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Hartebeest - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Crocodile - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 14 feet 2 inches. |
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Waterbuck - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 27 inches. |
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Zebra - Availability: - Trophy Size: |
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Hippopotamus - Availability: - Trophy Size: |
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Warthog - Availability: - Trophy Size: |
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Hyena - Availability: - Trophy Size: |
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| Game
Sought But Not Taken: |
Lion - Availability: Small maned. |
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Elephant - Availability: No legal bulls seen, not a priority. |
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Wildebeest - Availability: Poor shooting on wary prey. |
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| Game
Condition Comments: |
Tremendous quantity and quality of game in well managed, low pressure area. |
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SERVICE
RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor) |
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| Quality
of Outfit: |
Excellent |
Guide/PH
Ability: |
Excellent |
| Condition
of Camp: |
Excellent |
Condition
of Equipment: |
Excellent |
| Quality
of Food: |
Excellent |
Trophy
Care: |
Excellent |
| Name
of Airline: |
Northwest and KLM. |
Airline
Service: |
Excellent |
| Airline
Comments: |
Prior arrangements through Gracy Travel for guns. |
|
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
|
Amount: |
$29400 |
| Trophy Fees: |
|
Amount: |
$21000 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
|
Amount: |
$6500 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
Business class from Wisconsin to Tanzania. |
Amount: |
$5200 |
| Charter Airfares: |
|
Amount: |
$1000 |
| Other Costs: |
Tips. |
Amount: |
$4000 |
|
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
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| Problems
of Hunt: |
|
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Great leopard and buffalo hunting. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
Don't need more than two changes of clothing. |
| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
| Why? |
Great multiple species area and wild safari experience. |
|
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
 |
| Hunter
Name: |
Arthur P. Heitzler, MD |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 920-727-1269 - 961 Evergreen Lane, Neenah, WI E-mail: aheitzler@new.rr.com |
| Hunting Experience: |
Elk five times, black bear two times, cougar, mountain goat, Dall sheep, moose, two attempts for bighorn sheep, three attempts for brown bear. |
| Physical Condition: |
44 years old, jogger, 5' 11" 185 pounds. |
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IMPORTANT
NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt) |
 |
| Notified Outfitter? |
Notified Personal Guide? |
Notified Booking Agent? |
| Seeking any
kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter
or guide? |
| If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought? |
|
|
 |
ADDITIONAL
HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL |
 |
Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Safari Trackers Hunts |
Below is one sample of such a Report which is made available to you FREE of Charge.
|
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DATE
AND PLACE OF HUNT |
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| Report
ID: |
3192 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
August 31, 2002 to September 20, 2002 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
Tanzania Selous Game Reserve |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
 |
| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Adam Clements; Safari Trackers. 24165 IH 10 West; Suite 205; San Antonio; TX; 78257; Tel. 210-698-0077; Fax: 210-698-0108; Email: Adam@safaritrackers.com; Web www.safaritrackers.com |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Adam Clements |
| Booking
Agent (if any): |
|
Trip
Arrangements
(if self-guided): |
|
| License
Required: |
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|
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GAME
DESCRIPTION |
 |
| Major
Game Animals Taken: |
Leopard - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Over 15 inches. |
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Buffalo - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 40 inches, 36 inches. |
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Eland - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: |
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Sable - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Roosevelt sable, 35 inches. |
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Waterbuck - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 27 inches. |
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Crocodile - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Over 14 feet. |
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Hippopotamus - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Hartebeest - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Impala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Zebra - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Warthog - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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| Game
Sought But Not Taken: |
Lion - Availability: Small maned males, saw plenty. |
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Elephant - Availability: No mature bulls seen. |
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Wildebeest - Availability: Couldn't shoot straight. |
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| Game
Condition Comments: |
Unbelievable quantity and quality of habitat and game. |
|
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SERVICE
RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor) |
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| Quality
of Outfit: |
Excellent |
Guide/PH
Ability: |
Excellent |
| Condition
of Camp: |
Excellent |
Condition
of Equipment: |
Excellent |
| Quality
of Food: |
Excellent |
Trophy
Care: |
Excellent |
| Name
of Airline: |
Northwest and KLM |
Airline
Service: |
Excellent |
| Airline
Comments: |
No problems with guns or luggage. |
|
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COSTS |
 |
| Hunting
Fees: |
|
Amount: |
$29400 |
| Trophy Fees: |
|
Amount: |
$20000 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
|
Amount: |
$5400 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
Business Class. |
Amount: |
$5500 |
| Charter Airfares: |
|
Amount: |
$1000 |
| Other Costs: |
Dip, pack and ship. |
Amount: |
$2000 |
|
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
 |
| Problems
of Hunt: |
Biting flies, terrain hard on vehicles. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Shooting leopard at dusk, multiple buffalo, nice sable and eland and large crocodile. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
Long sleeve shirt and long pants for flies. |
| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
| Why? |
Fabulous habitat and game. |
|
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
 |
| Hunter
Name: |
Arthur P. Heitzler |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 920-727-1269 - Neenah, WI E-mail: aheitzler@new.rr.com |
| Hunting Experience: |
Extensive North America hunting. |
| Physical Condition: |
Excellent. |
|
 |
IMPORTANT
NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt) |
 |
| Notified Outfitter? |
Notified Personal Guide? |
Notified Booking Agent? |
| Seeking any
kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter
or guide? |
| If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought? |
|
|
 |
ADDITIONAL
HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL |
 |
Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Safari Trackers Hunts |
Below is one sample of such a Report which is made available to you FREE of Charge.
|
 |
DATE
AND PLACE OF HUNT |
 |
| Report
ID: |
3197 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
July 1, 2002 to July 19, 2002 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
Tanzania Western Wembere South near Kilulu River. |
|
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
 |
| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Adam Clements; Safari Trackers. 24165 IH 10 West; Suite 205; San Antonio; TX; 78257; Tel. 210-698-0077; Fax: 210-698-0108; Email: Adam@safaritrackers.com; Web www.safaritrackers.com |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Adam Clements. |
| Booking
Agent (if any): |
Steve Turner; Gracy Travel International, Inc. 6865 Camp Bullis Rd; San Antonio; TX; 78256; Tel. 800-299-8558; Fax: 210-698-2158;Email: steve@gracytravel.com; |
Trip
Arrangements
(if self-guided): |
|
| License
Required: |
|
|
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GAME
DESCRIPTION |
 |
| Major
Game Animals Taken: |
Kudu, Greater - Availability: Scarce - Trophy Size: East African greater kudu. 53 inches, SCI 125. |
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Topi - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 17 inches, SCI 51 1/2. |
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Leopard - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: SCI 14 1/2. |
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Antelope - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Sable antelope, Good. |
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Antelope - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Roan antelope, Good. |
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Hartebeest - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Lichtenstein hartebeest, SCI 59 1/2. |
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Hyena - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Spotted hyena, SCI 16 7/8. |
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Buffalo, Cape - Availability: Scarce - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Zebra - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Good. |
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| Game
Sought But Not Taken: |
Lion - Availability: Numerous females, abundant water, high grass. |
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Eland - Availability: Scarce and only cows and juveniles. |
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| Game
Condition Comments: |
Great diversity of game, great sable population. Patience and hard hunting and alertness paid off. Abundant water spread out game and increases the hunting challenge. |
|
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SERVICE
RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor) |
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| Quality
of Outfit: |
Excellent |
Guide/PH
Ability: |
Excellent |
| Condition
of Camp: |
Excellent |
Condition
of Equipment: |
Excellent |
| Quality
of Food: |
Excellent |
Trophy
Care: |
Excellent |
| Name
of Airline: |
SAA and Delta. |
Airline
Service: |
Excellent |
| Airline
Comments: |
Tanzania Air coming out of Arusha/DAR was problem. Very small luggage weight limits and charged high fee to let us leave. |
|
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COSTS |
 |
| Hunting
Fees: |
|
Amount: |
$35000 |
| Trophy Fees: |
|
Amount: |
$15000 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
|
Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
Frequent flyer miles. |
Amount: |
$0 |
| Charter Airfares: |
|
Amount: |
$5700 |
| Other Costs: |
|
Amount: |
$0 |
|
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
 |
| Problems
of Hunt: |
See comments. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
See comments. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
|
| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
| Why? |
My wife and I had a great safari and were well treated and have memories for life. |
|
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
 |
| Hunter
Name: |
Robert Crew |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 203-445-0047 - 165 Old Stonewall Rd., Easton, CT 06612 E-mail: rcrewsnest@aol.com |
| Hunting Experience: |
73 Kenya safaris, hunting North America since boy. |
| Physical Condition: |
Good. |
|
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IMPORTANT
NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt) |
 |
| Notified Outfitter? |
Notified Personal Guide? |
Notified Booking Agent? |
| Seeking any
kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter
or guide? |
| If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought? |
|
|
 |
ADDITIONAL
HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL |
 |
|
Problems of the hunt:
Tsetse flies and Sweat bees were abundant. We learned the value of good gaiters, long pants, and using bug spray containing DEET around our necks and on our ears. You also quickly learned never to bend over or tighten your clothing to allow a Tsetse Fly a bite through opportunity. The nights and mornings were bug free and very enjoyable.
Highlights of hunt:
Experiencing this wonderful safari with my wife was indescribable. She had been forced to hear about my safari to Kenya in '73 for so long that she now knows how neither words nor pictures can do justice to the actual experience. Here are some of our highlights to share.
We had a female leopard in heat for eight days using our camp for the center of her exploits and wanderings night and day. She visited our tent porch at 1:45 pm at night at eight feet from my wife's bedside and coughed and grunted and left footprints to assure us that it was not a dream. She stalked to within 15 feet of us while we were sitting in the dining tent at night. My wife had just said she had to be close, when we heard a branch break and I shined my mini-Maglite flashlight to see green eyes at the bottom of the gully by us. We threw branches at her and she fled into the darkness. Later the same night she followed our PH back to his tent and he caught her in his flashlight paralleling him. The days that Eileen stayed in camp the leopard was very vocal and constantly pestered the baboon colony near camp. She and the camp staff had many daytime sightings.
Eileen got to watch the stalk and successful hunt of our Cape buffalo, who was named Mr. Ugly (an old Dagga Boy, missing three front teeth, severely torn ears, a 2 inch goatee, horns that were almost worn through and a boss that was smooth as glass from wear).
The final success of our leopard on day 17 and my wife getting to film the celebration of the camp staff wrapping me in toilet tissue and carrying me into camp on a chair.
The most beautiful East African Greater kudu that we could have dreamed about that my wife said had the largest ears she has ever seen when we came upon it, three curls (53 inches), and ivory tips. We only saw three other sub adults beside this one.
Day one of the safari having a sable walk up to us as we were hanging a Kongoni bait in a tree for leopard. A heated discussion occurred between our PH, my wife and me regarding was 42-43 inches good enough since we had seen a great McDonalds sable (44 inches) on the drive into camp the day before. Could we do better with 20 days left? We passed and drove to another location and hung another bait for lions and drove back to camp to have the sable (named camp sable by my wife) still standing in the same spot and eating grass 30 yards from us again. Another discussion occurs that my wife tries to help me by pointing out that "a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush" and "you will regret this". I was not swayed and did not change my decision to not take this sable. Sixteen days and many unsuccessful stalks for sable later I shot a 38-inch trophy (that we all swore was larger) that we thought was the camp sable and yes; I still have to listen to this example of my not listening to her.
Evening meals of restaurant quality specializing in appetizers of fresh made potato chips, spring rolls, and hot popcorn followed by entrees of Rungwa beef (our code name for the tenderloin of what we had shot earlier) with fresh salad and vegetables, followed by great desserts cooked by our chef Joash. We looked forward every day to dinner and being cared for by Lorry in the dining tent. Eileen formed a great relationship with Joash and Lorry helping them practice English and they helped her with her knowledge of Tanzania and Swahili.
Our hunting party, Adam (PH), Doto (head tracker), and Siraji-Mzee (local concession expert) who had exceptional vision, tracking skills, and unlimited energy to find and assess game and make my wife and I very comfortable being with them 12-14 hours each day. They even taught us the Swahili words for the game we saw. At our meet and greet in Arusha, Peter whisked us through customs, took us to our hotel, took us shopping on our return, dropped us at the airport, and assured our trophies were packed and processed correctly.
My finally overcoming the Topi jinx that involved numerous stalks, three clean misses at over 200 yards, and the camp staff (due to my wife's help) constantly reminding me of my Topi problem. We spent an entire morning seeing very little game and suddenly coming around a bend in the track to see a lone Topi standing in an open meadow. A successful stalk and a good shot at great trophy Topi (17 inches), better than any we had previously seen. I explained to Eileen that it wasn't a jinx but my high standards that had kept me from shooting successfully sooner.
Hot showers every night that met my wife's standard of being "very hot". The amazement of how quickly we forgot where the water came from (the stagnant Kilulu River).
All of my trophies arriving in excellent condition in early December and now being in my taxidermist's hands.
The wonderful memories that my wife and I share together.
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|
|
Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Safari Trackers Hunts |
Below is one sample of such a Report which is made available to you FREE of Charge.
|
 |
DATE
AND PLACE OF HUNT |
 |
| Report
ID: |
2735 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
July 1, 2002 to July 21, 2001 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
Tanzania Western Tanzania Rungwa |
|
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
 |
| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Adam Clements; Safari Trackers. 24165 IH 10 West; Suite 205; San Antonio; TX; 78257; Tel. 210-698-0077; Fax: 210-698-0108; Email: Adam@safaritrackers.com; Web www.safaritrackers.com |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Adam Clements |
| Booking
Agent (if any): |
Adam Clements; Safari Trackers. 24165 IH 10 West; Suite 205; San Antonio; TX; 78257; Tel. 210-698-0077; Fax: 210-698-0108;Email: Adam@safaritrackers.com; Web www.safaritrackers.com |
Trip
Arrangements
(if self-guided): |
|
| License
Required: |
|
|
 |
GAME
DESCRIPTION |
 |
| Major
Game Animals Taken: |
Leopard - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Waterbuck - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: 28 inches. |
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Topi - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 18 inches. |
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Hartebeest - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 18 inches. |
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Hippopotamus - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Warthog - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 12 inches. |
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Impala - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: 22 inches. |
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| Game
Sought But Not Taken: |
Lion - Availability: Left early but turned two down. |
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Roan - Availability: None the size we wanted. |
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| Game
Condition Comments: |
Good leopard population. Excellent sable in area. Turned two down in ten days. |
|
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SERVICE
RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor) |
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| Quality
of Outfit: |
Excellent |
Guide/PH
Ability: |
Excellent |
| Condition
of Camp: |
Excellent |
Condition
of Equipment: |
Excellent |
| Quality
of Food: |
Excellent |
Trophy
Care: |
Excellent |
| Name
of Airline: |
SAA |
Airline
Service: |
Excellent |
|
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COSTS |
 |
| Hunting
Fees: |
|
Amount: |
$0 |
| Trophy Fees: |
|
Amount: |
$0 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
|
Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
|
Amount: |
$0 |
| Charter Airfares: |
|
Amount: |
$0 |
| Other Costs: |
|
Amount: |
$0 |
|
 |
SUMMARY
REMARKS |
 |
| Problems
of Hunt: |
|
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Leopard on fourth day at 11a.m. Second leopard in two weeks. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
|
| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
|
 |
HUNTER
INFORMATION |
 |
| Hunter
Name: |
Donnie B. Seay |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 210-829-7151 - |
| Hunting Experience: |
All over. |
| Physical Condition: |
Excellent. |
|
 |
IMPORTANT
NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt) |
 |
| Notified Outfitter? |
Notified Personal Guide? |
Notified Booking Agent? |
| Seeking any
kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter
or guide? |
| If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought? |
|
|
 |
ADDITIONAL
HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL |
 |
Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Safari Trackers Hunts |
Below is one sample of such a Report which is made available to you FREE of Charge.
|
 |
DATE
AND PLACE OF HUNT |
 |
| Report
ID: |
2734 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
June 20, 2001 to June 25, 2001 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
Zimbabwe Sijarera |
|
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
 |
| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Adam Clements; Safari Trackers. 24165 IH 10 West; Suite 205; San Antonio; TX; 78257; Tel. 210-698-0077; Fax: 210-698-0108; Email: Adam@safaritrackers.com; Web www.safaritrackers.com |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Brian Van Bleck |
| Booking
Agent (if any): |
Adam Clements; Safari Trackers. 24165 IH 10 West; Suite 205; San Antonio; TX; 78257; Tel. 210-698-0077; Fax: 210-698-0108;Email: Adam@safaritrackers.com; Web www.safaritrackers.com |
Trip
Arrangements
(if self-guided): |
|
| License
Required: |
|
|
 |
GAME
DESCRIPTION |
 |
| Major
Game Animals Taken: |
Leopard - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Very big. |
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| Game
Sought But Not Taken: |
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| Game
Condition Comments: |
Eight other leopards on bait. Excellent place for leopard hunting. |
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SERVICE
RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor) |
 |
| Quality
of Outfit: |
Excellent |
Guide/PH
Ability: |
Excellent |
| Condition
of Camp: |
Excellent |
Condition
of Equipment: |
Excellent |
| Quality
of Food: |
Excellent |
Trophy
Care: |
Excellent |
| Name
of Airline: |
SAA |
Airline
Service: |
Excellent |
|
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COSTS |
 |
| Hunting
Fees: |
|
Amount: |
$0 |
| Trophy Fees: |
|
Amount: |
$0 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
|
Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
|
Amount: |
$0 |
| Charter Airfares: |
|
Amount: |
$0 |
| Other Costs: |
|
Amount: |
$0 |
|
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
 |
| Problems
of Hunt: |
|
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Shooting leopard first day, two hours after arriving in camp. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
|
| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
|
 |
HUNTER
INFORMATION |
 |
| Hunter
Name: |
Donnie B. Seay |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 210-829-7151 - 105 Nadine, San Antonio, TX 78209 |
| Hunting Experience: |
All over. |
| Physical Condition: |
Excellent. |
|
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IMPORTANT
NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt) |
 |
| Notified Outfitter? |
Notified Personal Guide? |
Notified Booking Agent? |
| Seeking any
kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter
or guide? |
| If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought? |
|
|
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ADDITIONAL
HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL |
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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Safari Trackers Hunts |
Below is one sample of such a Report which is made available to you FREE of Charge.
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DATE
AND PLACE OF HUNT |
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| Report
ID: |
2308 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
June 1, 2001 to June 14, 2001 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
Zimbabwe Three days in Chirisa for buffalo, and Triangle Ltd for leopard and plains game |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Adam Clements; Safari Trackers. 24165 IH 10 West; Suite 205; San Antonio; TX; 78257; Tel. 210-698-0077; Fax: 210-698-0108; Email: Adam@safaritrackers.com; Web www.safaritrackers.com |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Terry Fenn |
| Booking
Agent (if any): |
Cabelas. 610 Glover Road; Suite A; Sidney; NE; 69162; Tel. 800-346-8747; Email: outdooradventures@cabelas.com; Web www.cabelasoutdooradventures.com |
Trip
Arrangements
(if self-guided): |
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| License
Required: |
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GAME
DESCRIPTION |
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| Major
Game Animals Taken: |
Buffalo, Cape - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: 39 inches, 101 green score. |
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Leopard - Availability: Scarce - Trophy Size: Female, 13 1/4. |
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Kudu - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 55 inches, 134 3/4. |
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Impala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 20 1/2, 52. |
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Bushbuck - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: 14 1/8, 41. |
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Bushpig - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: 9 1/2. |
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Sought But Not Taken: |
Eland - Availability: Wounded, lost track. |
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Waterbuck - Availability: Wounded, lost in the river; drowned and crocs ate. |
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Sable - Availability: Scarce, small herd, all under 40 inches. |
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Zebra - Availability: Average, couldn't get wind right. |
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Wildebeest - Availability: Average, couldn't get wind right. |
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| Game
Condition Comments: |
All game areas were abundant with food and water during time I was there. All animals were healthy except leopard, which was thin. |
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SERVICE
RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor) |
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| Quality
of Outfit: |
Good |
Guide/PH
Ability: |
Excellent |
| Condition
of Camp: |
Excellent |
Condition
of Equipment: |
Good |
| Quality
of Food: |
Good |
Trophy
Care: |
Good |
| Name
of Airline: |
South African Air and Zimbabwe Air |
Airline
Service: |
Good |
| Airline
Comments: |
No problems with guns and no delays of luggage, overall good. |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
$700 per day plus two percent tax. |
Amount: |
$9996 |
| Trophy Fees: |
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Amount: |
$10000 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$1800 |
| Charter Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$750 |
| Other Costs: |
Lodging before and after hunt $500, dip/pack $550, tips $1,100 |
Amount: |
$2150 |
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
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| Problems
of Hunt: |
War Vets seen on Triangle property, but only marking trees, no squatters, no problems. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Buffalo stalk with lions roaring close by. All camp staff: trackers, skinners, etc., very friendly and thankful. Leopard dance by camp fire after kill. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
Fuel scarce, and price increasing. |
| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
| Why? |
It was a great experience, but would watch political situation. Locals happy we were there spending money. Tourism has been hurt badly. |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Thomas Wes Elam |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 775-624-0280 - 3960 Insbruck Ct., Reno, NV 89509 E-mail: twelam@aol.com |
| Hunting Experience: |
30 years, mostly U.S.; Alaska, brown bear, Yukon moose/caribou; first African trip. |
| Physical Condition: |
Good. |
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IMPORTANT
NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt) |
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| Notified Outfitter? |
Notified Personal Guide? |
Notified Booking Agent? |
| Seeking any
kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter
or guide? |
| If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought? |
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ADDITIONAL
HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL |
 |
Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Safari Trackers Hunts |
Below is one sample of such a Report which is made available to you FREE of Charge.
|
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DATE
AND PLACE OF HUNT |
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| Report
ID: |
1718 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
July 19, 2000 to July 27, 2000 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
Zimbabwe Triangle Area |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Adam Clements; Safari Trackers. 24165 IH 10 West; Suite 205; San Antonio; TX; 78257; Tel. 210-698-0077; Fax: 210-698-0108; Email: Adam@safaritrackers.com; Web www.safaritrackers.com |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Rusty Labaschagne |
| Booking
Agent (if any): |
Cabelas. 610 Glover Road; Suite A; Sidney; NE; 69162; Tel. 800-346-8747; Email: outdooradventures@cabelas.com; Web www.cabelasoutdooradventures.com |
Trip
Arrangements
(if self-guided): |
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| License
Required: |
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GAME
DESCRIPTION |
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| Major
Game Animals Taken: |
Kudu - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 53 inches. |
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Bushbuck - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 16 1/8 inches. |
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Impala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 23 inches. |
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Warthog - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 12 inches. |
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Bushpig - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 16 |
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Sought But Not Taken: |
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Condition Comments: |
Game was abundant and in excellent condition. |
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SERVICE
RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor) |
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| Quality
of Outfit: |
Excellent |
Guide/PH
Ability: |
Excellent |
| Condition
of Camp: |
Excellent |
Condition
of Equipment: |
Excellent |
| Quality
of Food: |
Excellent |
Trophy
Care: |
Excellent |
| Name
of Airline: |
South African Airways |
Airline
Service: |
Good |
| Airline
Comments: |
The service on South African Airways was not as good as I remember it. |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
$350 per day for eight days. |
Amount: |
$2800 |
| Trophy Fees: |
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Amount: |
$1800 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$1800 |
| Charter Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Other Costs: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
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| Problems
of Hunt: |
No problems whatsoever. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
I was impressed with the PH's perserverance to get good trophies. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
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| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Hollis H. Perkins |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 308-254-7548 - 2385 Whitetail E-mail: hperkins@cabelas.com |
| Hunting Experience: |
Worlwide experience. This was my third hunt in Africa. |
| Physical Condition: |
Good. |
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IMPORTANT
NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt) |
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| Notified Outfitter? |
Notified Personal Guide? |
Notified Booking Agent? |
| Seeking any
kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter
or guide? |
| If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought? |
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|
 |
ADDITIONAL
HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL |
 |
Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Safari Trackers Hunts |
Below is one sample of such a Report which is made available to you FREE of Charge.
|
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DATE
AND PLACE OF HUNT |
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| Report
ID: |
1727 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
July 1, 2000 to July 10, 2000 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
Zimbabwe Matebeland Turk Mine |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Adam Clements; Safari Trackers. 24165 IH 10 West; Suite 205; San Antonio; TX; 78257; Tel. 210-698-0077; Fax: 210-698-0108; Email: Adam@safaritrackers.com; Web www.safaritrackers.com |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Gary Hopkins |
| Booking
Agent (if any): |
Adam Clements; Safari Trackers. 24165 IH 10 West; Suite 205; San Antonio; TX; 78257; Tel. 210-698-0077; Fax: 210-698-0108;Email: Adam@safaritrackers.com; Web www.safaritrackers.com |
Trip
Arrangements
(if self-guided): |
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| License
Required: |
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GAME
DESCRIPTION |
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| Major
Game Animals Taken: |
Leopard - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Top 20s. |
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Kudu - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Book size. |
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Impala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Book size. |
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Zebra - Availability: Scarce - Trophy Size: Old female. |
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Giraffe - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Old male. |
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Tsessebe - Availability: Scarce - Trophy Size: Book size. |
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| Game
Sought But Not Taken: |
Warthog - Availability: Scarcity of good males. |
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| Game
Condition Comments: |
The time was not enough even to try to find a bushbuck (ten day hunt). |
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SERVICE
RATINGS (excellent, good, fair or poor) |
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| Quality
of Outfit: |
Excellent |
Guide/PH
Ability: |
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| Condition
of Camp: |
Excellent |
Condition
of Equipment: |
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| Quality
of Food: |
Excellent |
Trophy
Care: |
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| Name
of Airline: |
Varig, South African |
Airline
Service: |
Excellent |
| Airline
Comments: |
Excellent service. |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
With observer spouse. |
Amount: |
$10500 |
| Trophy Fees: |
Including baits. |
Amount: |
$6300 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
With observer. |
Amount: |
$4000 |
| Charter Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Other Costs: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
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| Problems
of Hunt: |
None. The so called Zimbabwe crisis was non-existent. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Taking the leopard in the seventh attempt in broad daylight. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
Courteney boots. |
| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
| Why? |
This hunt was conducted by good professionals. The hunt isn't easy, but that adds to the achievement. |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Silvio de Albuquerque, Nota |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 011-55-85-251-2012 - Rua Princesa Isabel, 1980, Fort., Brazil E-mail: s.mota@secrel.com.br |
| Hunting Experience: |
I have hunted in the United States and Argentina. |
| Physical Condition: |
Average. I trained very hard. |
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IMPORTANT
NOTES (actions taken if hunter unhappy with hunt) |
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| Notified Outfitter? |
Notified Personal Guide? |
Notified Booking Agent? |
| Seeking any
kind of restitution or other settlement from agent, outfitter
or guide? |
| If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought? |
|
|
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ADDITIONAL
HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL |
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