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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Southern Cross Safaris 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: |
8222 |
Weapon
Used: |
Bow |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
April 28, 2011 to May 7, 2011 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa Mortimer Cradock -- Southern Cape |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Southern Cross Safaris. Ganna Hoek; PO Box 12; Mortimer; C P; 5870; South Africa; Tel. 27 48 886 0606; Fax: 27 48 886 0787; Email: www.southern-cross-safaris.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Chris Cawood |
| 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: |
Giraffe - Availability: Scarce - Trophy Size: Large |
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Sought But Not Taken: |
Rhebok, Vaal - Availability: Rainy weather |
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Baboon - Availability: Just tough to get within range and some rainy weather. |
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Condition Comments: |
Excellent. |
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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 |
Airline
Service: |
Good |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
Typical |
Amount: |
$0 |
| Trophy Fees: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| 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: |
Getting close enough with bow. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
One shot -- bow kill for giraffe! 42 yards. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
Typical good equipment only. |
| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
yes |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Alan Maiss |
| Contact
Information: |
3309 Buckcreek Court, Reno, NV 89519 |
| Hunting Experience: |
Terrific -- As Always with Chris Cawood and the entire Southern Cross crew. |
| Physical Condition: |
Very good for 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
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 Southern Cross Safaris 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: |
7297 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
March 12, 2009 to March 17, 2009 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa Karoo |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Southern Cross Safaris. Ganna Hoek; PO Box 12; Mortimer; C P; 5870; South Africa; Tel. 27 48 886 0606; Fax: 27 48 886 0787; Email: www.southern-cross-safaris.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Chris Cawood |
| 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: |
Kudu - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Very good. |
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Springbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Reedbuck, Mountain - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Excellent. |
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Wildebeest, Blue - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Impala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Very good. |
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Sought But Not Taken: |
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Condition Comments: |
Very healthy. |
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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: |
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Trophy
Care: |
Excellent |
| Name
of Airline: |
South African Airlines |
Airline
Service: |
Excellent |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
Donated SCI plus additional animals. Family of seven plus animals. |
Amount: |
$12700 |
| Trophy Fees: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| 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: |
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| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Hunting together as a family and everyone taking fine 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: |
Jeffrey L Pakula |
| Contact
Information: |
14014 N 111th Place, Scottsdale, AZ 85235 |
| Hunting Experience: |
One African safari, have taken over 20 mule deer and two elk. |
| Physical Condition: |
Good (47 years old). |
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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 Southern Cross Safaris 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: |
6830 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
July 1, 2008 to July 10, 2008 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Southern Cross Safaris. Ganna Hoek; PO Box 12; Mortimer; C P; 5870; South Africa; Tel. 27 48 886 0606; Fax: 27 48 886 0787; Email: www.southern-cross-safaris.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Chris Cawood |
| 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: |
Kudu - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Gemsbok/Oryx - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Excellent. |
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Wildebeest - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Fair. |
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Reedbuck, Mountain - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Excellent. |
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Impala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Springbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Sought But Not Taken: |
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Condition Comments: |
Took six grandsons. Each of the boys had a package of the above. Six boys times six animals = 36. Only one animal was lost. Six professional hunters. Mostly farmers from adjoining farms. The fathers (and one other grandpa and grandma (me and wife). |
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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: |
Good |
Trophy
Care: |
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| Name
of Airline: |
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Airline
Service: |
Fair |
| Airline
Comments: |
We flew Delta to Capetown. No problems with guns. |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
Six hunters and six observers on 10 day hunt. |
Amount: |
$86200 |
| Trophy Fees: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| 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: |
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| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Watching six grandsons on their first safari. This was a difficult job for Southern Cross to pull off and they did it exceptionally well. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
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| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
| Why? |
Every part of this hunt was a ten! |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Jim Scheer |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 630-468-5600 - 5441 S Edgewood, Lagrange, IL 60525 |
| Hunting Experience: |
Many years (66) and twelve African trips. |
| Physical Condition: |
Pretty 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 Southern Cross Safaris 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: |
6822 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
May 5, 2008 to May 11, 2008 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa Eastern Cape - Great Karoo |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Southern Cross Safaris. Ganna Hoek; PO Box 12; Mortimer; C P; 5870; South Africa; Tel. 27 48 886 0606; Fax: 27 48 886 0787; Email: www.southern-cross-safaris.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Chris Cawood |
| 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: |
Lion - Availability: - Trophy Size: Large with a bow. |
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Rhinoceros, White - Availability: - Trophy Size: Darted. |
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Caracal - Availability: Scarce - Trophy Size: With a bow. |
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Springbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: With a rifle. |
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Reedbuck, Mountain - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: With a bow. |
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Duiker - Availability: - Trophy Size: With a rifle |
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| Game
Sought But Not Taken: |
Springbok - Availability: Black springbok. Missed shot. |
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Gemsbok/Oryx - Availability: Missed shot. |
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Condition Comments: |
Excellent. |
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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: |
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Airline
Service: |
Good |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
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Amount: |
$40000 |
| Trophy Fees: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| 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: |
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| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Taking a lion with my bow - darting a white rhino, not easy. Got busted several times trying to sneak in close. Taking a big caracal with my bow. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
None needed - typical equipment only. |
| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Alan Maiss |
| Contact
Information: |
3309 Buckcreek Ct., Reno, NV 89519 |
| Hunting Experience: |
Extensive. |
| 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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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Southern Cross Safaris 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: |
6757 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
May 2, 2008 to May 10, 2008 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Southern Cross Safaris. Ganna Hoek; PO Box 12; Mortimer; C P; 5870; South Africa; Tel. 27 48 886 0606; Fax: 27 48 886 0787; Email: www.southern-cross-safaris.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
David and Chris Cawood |
| 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: |
Impala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Two. |
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Reedbuck, Mountain - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Springbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Wildebeest, Blue - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Gemsbok/Oryx - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: |
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Deer, Fallow - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: |
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| Game
Sought But Not Taken: |
Kudu - Availability: Scarce - spent four 1/2 days. |
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Condition Comments: |
First class operation. |
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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: |
Good |
Trophy
Care: |
Excellent |
| Name
of Airline: |
Delta and South African Airlines |
Airline
Service: |
Poor |
| Airline
Comments: |
Travel agency changed booked dates and it cost me $900 for their errors. |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
All cost were ok except for the hidden fees - CC companies & SA VAT & foreign exchange fees. |
Amount: |
$0 |
| Trophy Fees: |
If I go again I will take only cash. |
Amount: |
$0 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| 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: |
Up on my return home I found that South Africa had unethical foreign money fees. Also US credited companies - 3-6 percent unethical. South Africa made it impossible to get a VAT refund. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
High quality hunting and lodging facilty. |
| 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: |
P.J. DeAngeli |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 775-741-0787 - 1125 Alpine Circle, Reno, NV 89509 |
| Hunting Experience: |
50 years. |
| Physical Condition: |
Super. |
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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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South Africa made it impossible to get a VAT refund.
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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Southern Cross Safaris 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: |
5887 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
September 2, 2006 to September 10, 2006 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa Mortimer East Cape |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Southern Cross Safaris. Ganna Hoek; PO Box 12; Mortimer; C P; 5870; South Africa; Tel. 27 48 886 0606; Fax: 27 48 886 0787; Email: www.southern-cross-safaris.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Ashley Hobson |
| 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: |
Impala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Two. |
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Springbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Two. |
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Blesbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Bontebok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Kudu - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Gemsbok/Oryx - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Wildebeest, Black - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Sought But Not Taken: |
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Condition Comments: |
I unfortunately did not measure the antlers on site but all are being sent to me. |
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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: |
Good |
| Airline
Comments: |
Felt like a sardine, flight handling fine, crews good. |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
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Amount: |
$11500 |
| Trophy Fees: |
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Amount: |
$7800 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
Included. |
Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$3700 |
| 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 - obtained all I wanted. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Seeing the territory we hunted in and watching my wife take her first animal (impala). |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
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| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
| Why? |
Absolutely, great place, animals and people. Feasting on the game you hunted. |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Edward J Holba |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 773-491-2146 - 15952 Ashford Ct., Tinley Park, IL 60477 |
| Hunting Experience: |
A shooter - instructor for over 35 years for whitetail and upland birds. |
| 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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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Southern Cross Safaris 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: |
5584 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
August 15, 2006 to August 24, 2006 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa Eastern Cape Midlands and Bedford |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Southern Cross Safaris. Ganna Hoek; PO Box 12; Mortimer; C P; 5870; South Africa; Tel. 27 48 886 0606; Fax: 27 48 886 0787; Email: www.southern-cross-safaris.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Liary Birch |
| 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: |
Reedbuck, Mountain - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Impala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Springbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Common. |
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Gemsbok/Oryx - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Hartebeest, Red - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Reedbuck - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Common. |
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| Game
Sought But Not Taken: |
Kudu - Availability: Safari cut short four days because of health reasons. |
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| Game
Condition Comments: |
Everything was nice but did not see any real trophy size animals. |
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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 Air. |
Airline
Service: |
Excellent |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
$1,500.00 plus $1,500.00 |
Amount: |
$3000 |
| Trophy Fees: |
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Amount: |
$4700 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
Included. |
Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$2400 |
| 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: |
PH could walk twice as fast. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Just a great experience all around. |
| 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: |
Frank Metzger |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 614-989-3746 - 8112 New Albany Condit Road, Westerville, OH 43081. |
| Hunting Experience: |
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| 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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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Southern Cross Safaris 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: |
5501 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
May 30, 2006 to June 7, 2006 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Southern Cross Safaris. Ganna Hoek; PO Box 12; Mortimer; C P; 5870; South Africa; Tel. 27 48 886 0606; Fax: 27 48 886 0787; Email: www.southern-cross-safaris.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Chris Cawood |
| 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: |
Springbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Impala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Wildebeest, Blue - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Gemsbok/Oryx - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Kudu - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Warthog - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Very good. |
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Sought But Not Taken: |
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| Game
Condition Comments: |
First time to Africa. Was looking for quality trophies or representative from these particular species. Plenty of animals - all types in great condition and all age groups. |
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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: |
South African Airlines |
Airline
Service: |
Good |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
Package hunt with observer. |
Amount: |
$6200 |
| Trophy Fees: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
$1,700 times 2. |
Amount: |
$3400 |
| Charter Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Other Costs: |
Tips and taxidermy. |
Amount: |
$4000 |
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
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| Problems
of Hunt: |
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| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Too many - but harvested a real trophy warthog. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
None - refer to PH's what to bring list. Learn to shoot off shooting sticks before you get there. Not a problem for me, usually used trees/rock. |
| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
| Why? |
Everything that I was told to expect about the hunt via Chris was exactly what he said it would be. Had a great time/adventure. I will go back. |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Danny Smith |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 817-297-7333 - 2116 Floyd Hampton Rd., Crowley, TX 76036 E-mail: dsmith@majesticliquors.com |
| Hunting Experience: |
Whitetails, hogs, turkeys, small game - anything in Texas. Alaska - moose, black bear, caribou. Mountain states (USA) mule deer, elk. Fishing in Canada, Cancun, Hawaii, Alaska, Gulf, etc. |
| Physical Condition: |
Good. 6 foot 3 inches. 225 pound and 47 years old. |
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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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Would recommend this hunt and outfitter. Very pleased with all aspects of the trip. First time to South Africa and was looking for quality animals, didn't have to be world records and was very pleased with the trophies taken. My guide was very protective as far as making sure that I was harvesting a mature quality animal. Once the animal was down - excellent care was taken with the trophies. As already noted food and lodging were great.
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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Southern Cross Safaris 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: |
5525 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
May 27, 2006 to June 4, 2006 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa Eastern Cape |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Southern Cross Safaris. Ganna Hoek; PO Box 12; Mortimer; C P; 5870; South Africa; Tel. 27 48 886 0606; Fax: 27 48 886 0787; Email: www.southern-cross-safaris.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Christopher Cawood |
| 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: |
Kudu, Lesser - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Wildebeest, Blue - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Impala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Springbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Gemsbok/Oryx - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: |
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Zebra - Availability: Scarce - Trophy Size: |
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| Game
Sought But Not Taken: |
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| Game
Condition Comments: |
Healthy, excellent condition. |
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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: |
South African Airlines. |
Airline
Service: |
Fair |
| Airline
Comments: |
Had video camera stolen from luggage. |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
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Amount: |
$4300 |
| Trophy Fees: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$1700 |
| 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: |
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| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Excellent staff and organization. Exceptional coordination to guarantee wife and children were enjoying stay. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
Learn to shoot from tripod sticks. |
| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
| Why? |
Affordable, abundant game, first class living quarters. |
|
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Mark Wade, MD |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 907-479-2663 - 1905 Cowles St., Fairbanks, AK 99709 E-mail: northernexposur@pol.net |
| Hunting Experience: |
US, Canada, Alaska. |
| 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? |
|
|
 |
ADDITIONAL
HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL |
 |
Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Southern Cross Safaris 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: |
5486 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
March 30, 2006 to April 12, 2006 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa Eastern Cape |
|
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Southern Cross Safaris. Ganna Hoek; PO Box 12; Mortimer; C P; 5870; South Africa; Tel. 27 48 886 0606; Fax: 27 48 886 0787; Email: www.southern-cross-safaris.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Chris Cawood |
| Booking
Agent (if any): |
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Trip
Arrangements
(if self-guided): |
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| License
Required: |
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|
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GAME
DESCRIPTION |
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| Major
Game Animals Taken: |
Nyala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Bushbuck - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Wildebeest, Blue - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Zebra - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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| Game
Sought But Not Taken: |
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| Game
Condition Comments: |
Game abundant, able to look over several species of each animal before selecting which 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 Air |
Airline
Service: |
Excellent |
| Airline
Comments: |
Flight only 1/2 full was able to spread out over several seats and sleep. |
|
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
$350 per day. |
Amount: |
$4200 |
| Trophy Fees: |
|
Amount: |
$5000 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
|
Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
|
Amount: |
$1500 |
| Charter Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Other Costs: |
|
Amount: |
$0 |
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
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| Problems
of Hunt: |
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| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Having a 47 inch kudu withing 30 yards and passing on the shot while looking for wildebeest. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
None, just be able to shoot well. |
| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
| Why? |
It was my second hunt with Southern Cross and I will be returning with my wife and three daughters. |
|
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Jeffrey T. Baker DDS |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 586-336-4508 - 63838 Turnberry Way, Washington Twp, MI 48095 |
| Hunting Experience: |
Vast, from Quebec to South Africa and everything in between. |
| 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 Southern Cross Safaris 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: |
5277 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
February 14, 2006 to February 23, 2006 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa Mortimer |
|
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Southern Cross Safaris. Ganna Hoek; PO Box 12; Mortimer; C P; 5870; South Africa; Tel. 27 48 886 0606; Fax: 27 48 886 0787; Email: www.southern-cross-safaris.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Chris Cawood |
| 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: |
Reedbuck - Availability: - Trophy Size: |
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Blesbok - Availability: - Trophy Size: |
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Springbok - Availability: - Trophy Size: |
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Kudu - Availability: - Trophy Size: |
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Gemsbok/Oryx - Availability: - Trophy Size: |
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Impala - Availability: - Trophy Size: |
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| Game
Sought But Not Taken: |
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| Game
Condition Comments: |
Excellent. |
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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 Air |
Airline
Service: |
Excellent |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
|
Amount: |
$4000 |
| Trophy Fees: |
$3,000 plus shipping. |
Amount: |
$3000 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
Included. |
Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| 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: |
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| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Being well attended to by all of the staff. |
| 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: |
Kurt H Broecker |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 502-222-1731 - 2908 N Hwy 53, LaGrange, KY 40031 |
| Hunting Experience: |
Limited. |
| Physical Condition: |
Limited. |
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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 |
 |
Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Southern Cross Safaris 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: |
5334 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
November 17, 2005 to November 25, 2005 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa Southeast South Africa |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Southern Cross Safaris. Ganna Hoek; PO Box 12; Mortimer; C P; 5870; South Africa; Tel. 27 48 886 0606; Fax: 27 48 886 0787; Email: www.southern-cross-safaris.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Pierre Moolman |
| Booking
Agent (if any): |
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Trip
Arrangements
(if self-guided): |
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| License
Required: |
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|
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GAME
DESCRIPTION |
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| Major
Game Animals Taken: |
Springbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Impala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Gemsbok/Oryx - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Zebra - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Wildebeest, Black - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Wildebeest, Blue - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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| Game
Sought But Not Taken: |
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| Game
Condition Comments: |
Excellent condition, Living robustly in this beautiful and huge wilderness 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: |
Delta and South African Airlines |
Airline
Service: |
Excellent |
| Airline
Comments: |
Beautiful flights (business class). |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
Purchased at SCI Fund raising auction. |
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 |
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| Problems
of Hunt: |
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| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Exciting stalks for gemsbok and wildebeest. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
Good hiking footware, flat shooting scope rifle 30 caliber or larger. |
| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
|
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Paul K Scripps |
| Contact
Information: |
PO Box 1211, Jamul, CA 91935 |
| Hunting Experience: |
South Africa 2001, Greenland 2002, Argentina 2003, Mexico and southern US - lifelong. |
| Physical Condition: |
Average for 60 years old. |
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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 Southern Cross Safaris 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: |
5276 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
October 3, 2005 to October 9, 2005 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa Eastern Cape Gannahoele Farm |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Southern Cross Safaris. Ganna Hoek; PO Box 12; Mortimer; C P; 5870; South Africa; Tel. 27 48 886 0606; Fax: 27 48 886 0787; Email: www.southern-cross-safaris.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Pierre Moolman |
| Booking
Agent (if any): |
|
Trip
Arrangements
(if self-guided): |
|
| License
Required: |
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|
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GAME
DESCRIPTION |
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| Major
Game Animals Taken: |
Wildebeest, Black - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Big. |
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Reedbuck, Mountain - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Big. |
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Springbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Good size. |
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Condition Comments: |
The animals I took were in good condition despite very dry conditions. |
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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: |
Fair |
| Airline
Comments: |
Seats very narrow. |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
Safari Club Auction. |
Amount: |
$0 |
| Trophy Fees: |
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Amount: |
$1850 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Amount: |
$20 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$1600 |
| 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: |
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| Highlights
of Hunt: |
My black wildebeest taken with a handgun. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
It can be cold on top of the plateau, bring warm clothes. I'll take camo next time. |
| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Martin J. Lohne |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 740-862-0089 - 445 Baltimore Somerset Rd. NE, Baltimore, OH 43105 |
| Hunting Experience: |
North American only and little big game. |
| Physical Condition: |
Excellent. |
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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 Southern Cross Safaris 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: |
5335 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
September 22, 2005 to September 30, 2005 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa Eastern Cape |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Southern Cross Safaris. Ganna Hoek; PO Box 12; Mortimer; C P; 5870; South Africa; Tel. 27 48 886 0606; Fax: 27 48 886 0787; Email: www.southern-cross-safaris.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Pierre Moolman |
| 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: Scarce - Trophy Size: 93 5/8 inches. |
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Kudu - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: 108 inches. |
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Gemsbok/Oryx - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: 80 inches. |
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Blesbok - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: 39 inches. |
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Impala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 53 inches. |
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Springbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 33 inches. |
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Reedbuck, Mountain - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: 13 inches. |
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Steenbok - Availability: Scarce - Trophy Size: 12 1/2 inches. |
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Deer, Fallow - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 190 6/8. |
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Condition Comments: |
Since this was my first experience with hunting in Africa. We were pleased and awed by the quality and abundance of game. We enjoyed viewing and hunting the animals. |
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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 Airline |
Airline
Service: |
Excellent |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
Bought at Auction |
Amount: |
$0 |
| Trophy Fees: |
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Amount: |
$6800 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
Included. |
Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$3800 |
| 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 - except that we had to return home. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
We took nine animals, five qualify for the SCI book and the others are borderline. The Cawood family graciously brought us into their home and treated us like one of their own. Our PH Pierre was skilled and personable. The food and accommodations were first class. |
| 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: |
William "Ty" Cobb |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 708-460-4038 - 10 Old Tamerack Lane, Orland Park, IL 60462 |
| Hunting Experience: |
40 years - upland bird, duck, goose, deer, bear (black and brown), moose, elk, caribou, wild boar. |
| 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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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Southern Cross Safaris 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: |
5119 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
August 20, 2005 to August 30, 2005 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa Eastern Cape Near Craddock and Mortimer |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Southern Cross Safaris. Ganna Hoek; PO Box 12; Mortimer; C P; 5870; South Africa; Tel. 27 48 886 0606; Fax: 27 48 886 0787; Email: www.southern-cross-safaris.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Criss Cawood |
| 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: |
Springbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Impala - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Two. Very good. |
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Kudu - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Reedbuck, Mountain - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Very good. |
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Wildebeest, Black - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Gemsbok/Oryx - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Zebra - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Two. Very good. |
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Waterbuck - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Very good. |
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Sought But Not Taken: |
Warthog - Availability: Luck of the draw. |
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Condition Comments: |
All animals were 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: |
British Airlines and South African Airlines |
Airline
Service: |
Poor |
| Airline
Comments: |
BA - poor service and SAA - poor equipment. |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Trophy Fees: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| 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 - other than learning to shoot off sticks. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
An amazing first African hunt which surpassed my high expectations due to Chris, Alexia and Patty, as well as their entire staff. Also watching my mom take an ostrich. Chris allowed my wife, a non-hunter to participate in a few stalks. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
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| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
| Why? |
We are making plans for next years trip back to Southern Cross Safaris with friends. |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
J Steven Parker |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 972-361-9905 - 3845 Dunhaven Rd., Dallas, TX 75220 E-mail: steve.parker@dresser.com |
| Hunting Experience: |
Hunting for 25 years, mostly in Texas, Oklahoma and Colorado. |
| Physical Condition: |
Average, but better after the hunt. |
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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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Additional animals taken were, red hartebeest, abundant. Good blesbuck, average. Good bushpig, average, very good.
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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Southern Cross Safaris 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: |
5137 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
August 10, 2005 to August 17, 2005 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa Karoo Mortimer` |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Southern Cross Safaris. Ganna Hoek; PO Box 12; Mortimer; C P; 5870; South Africa; Tel. 27 48 886 0606; Fax: 27 48 886 0787; Email: www.southern-cross-safaris.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Chris Cawood |
| 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: |
Impala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Kudu - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Excellent. |
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Lynx - Availability: Scarce - Trophy Size: Fair. |
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Gemsbok/Oryx - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Excellent. |
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Springbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Wildebeest, Blue - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Excellent. |
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Duiker - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Condition Comments: |
Excellent. Abundant and high quality trophies. Wonderful conditions. |
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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 |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
Package hunt including one observer. |
Amount: |
$5500 |
| Trophy Fees: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Charter Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Other Costs: |
Tips and side trips. |
Amount: |
$1000 |
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
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| Problems
of Hunt: |
None. Everything was wonderful. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Excellent hunting, excellent company, excellent food and excellent accommodations. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
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| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
| Why? |
Very enthusiastically. |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Jay S Arnold |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 256-519-9277 - 2016 Big Cove Road SE, Huntsville, AL 35801 |
| Hunting Experience: |
Waterfowl - 30 years, small game - 25 years, whitetail deer - 15 years. |
| 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 Southern Cross Safaris 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: |
4564 |
Weapon
Used: |
Dart Gun |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
November 7, 2004 to November 11, 2004 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa Eastern Cape Gannahoek |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Southern Cross Safaris. Ganna Hoek; PO Box 12; Mortimer; C P; 5870; South Africa; Tel. 27 48 886 0606; Fax: 27 48 886 0787; Email: www.southern-cross-safaris.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Chris Cawood |
| 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: |
Rhinoceros, White - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 92 2/8 SCI. |
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Condition Comments: |
A+. |
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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: |
Excellent |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Trophy Fees: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| 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. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Hunting and stalking within 25 yards with a dartgun. After 5 wind-swirl attempts - final shot at 7 yards. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
Quiet shoes (moccasins). |
| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
John B. Lynch Jr. |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 410-641-1023 - 6321 South Point Rd., Berlin, MD 21811 |
| Hunting Experience: |
Eight times to Africa. Spain, US, Alaska, NWT and Canada. |
| Physical Condition: |
Very good for 63 year old man. |
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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 Southern Cross Safaris 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: |
4144 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
May 12, 2004 to May 22, 2004 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa Eastern Cape |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Southern Cross Safaris. Ganna Hoek; PO Box 12; Mortimer; C P; 5870; South Africa; Tel. 27 48 886 0606; Fax: 27 48 886 0787; Email: www.southern-cross-safaris.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Christopher Cawood |
| 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: |
Gemsbok/Oryx - Availability: - Trophy Size: Male. 36, 37 inch horns. |
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Kudu - Availability: - Trophy Size: |
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Wildebeest, Blue - Availability: - Trophy Size: |
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Hartebeest, Red - Availability: - Trophy Size: |
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Lechwe - Availability: Scarce - Trophy Size: 27 inch horns, 8 inch bases. |
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Nyala - Availability: - Trophy Size: Very impressive. |
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Impala - Availability: - Trophy Size: |
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Blesbok - Availability: - Trophy Size: |
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Springbok - Availability: - Trophy Size: |
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| Game
Condition Comments: |
All animals were 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 Airlines |
Airline
Service: |
Excellent |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
All inclusive package for six animals plus trophy fees on additional 3 animals and wife as observer. |
Amount: |
$12840 |
| Trophy Fees: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$3000 |
| Charter Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Other Costs: |
Taxidermy costs not included in above. |
Amount: |
$0 |
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
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| Problems
of Hunt: |
No problems whatsoever. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Nine days of great hunting, weather, lodging, food and one on one hunting. A first-class operation. |
| 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: |
Andrew Chaffey |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 775-849-2605 - 79 Bennington Ct., Reno, NV 89511 |
| Hunting Experience: |
Extensive North America hunting for sheep, goat, moose, caribou, bear, deer 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? |
| If Seeking Restitution, What is Sought? |
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ADDITIONAL
HUNTER COMMENTS AND/OR OUTFITTER/BOOKING AGENT REBUTTAL |
 |
Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Southern Cross Safaris 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: |
3873 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
November 26, 2003 to November 29, 2003 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa Eastern Cape |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Southern Cross Safaris. Ganna Hoek; PO Box 12; Mortimer; C P; 5870; South Africa; Tel. 27 48 886 0606; Fax: 27 48 886 0787; Email: www.southern-cross-safaris.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Gary Birch. |
| 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: |
Impala - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Kudu - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: E Cape - 101 |
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Duiker - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 13 |
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Wildebeest, Blue - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 68 |
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Gemsbok/Oryx - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Not Available. |
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Reedbuck, Mountain - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 13 |
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Springbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: 34 6/8 |
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Condition Comments: |
Abundant quality 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: |
South African Airlines. |
Airline
Service: |
Excellent |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
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Amount: |
$5500 |
| Trophy Fees: |
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Amount: |
$4000 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$2500 |
| Charter Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Other Costs: |
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Amount: |
$1000 |
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SUMMARY
REMARKS |
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| Problems
of Hunt: |
None. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
A great safari camp. An excellent PH. Abundant game. |
| 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: |
Ross Richards |
| Contact
Information: |
116 W Vista Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85021-7284 |
| Hunting Experience: |
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| Physical Condition: |
Excellent. |
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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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An outstanding experience, we loved it. A great outfit with outstanding host and game.
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Subscriber-Written Trip Report On Southern Cross Safaris 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: |
3786 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
September 12, 2003 to September 21, 2003 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa Eastern Cape Midlands |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Southern Cross Safaris. Ganna Hoek; PO Box 12; Mortimer; C P; 5870; South Africa; Tel. 27 48 886 0606; Fax: 27 48 886 0787; Email: www.southern-cross-safaris.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Chris Cawood |
| 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: |
Kudu - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Cape, very good. |
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Springbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Impala - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Very good. |
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Gemsbok/Oryx - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Wildebeest, Blue - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Good. |
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Steenbok - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Average. |
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| Game
Condition Comments: |
Game was in excellent condition especially considering a long drought period. |
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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: |
British Airways/American. |
Airline
Service: |
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| Airline
Comments: |
Avoid London at all costs. |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
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Amount: |
$4250 |
| Trophy Fees: |
Included. |
Amount: |
$0 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
Included. |
Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$1200 |
| 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: |
Weather was unpredictable and changing. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Guide was willing to hunt in any weather and worked extremely hard at all aspects of the hunt. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
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| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
| Why? |
I hope to hunt with this outfitter again. |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Jeff McCarthy |
| Contact
Information: |
8134 SVL Box Victorville, CA 92392 |
| Hunting Experience: |
Black bear, deer, varmint, and predator. |
| Physical Condition: |
Fair. |
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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 Southern Cross Safaris 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: |
2463 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
September 8, 2001 to September 17, 2001 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa Eastern Cape Near Craddock |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Southern Cross Safaris. Ganna Hoek; PO Box 12; Mortimer; C P; 5870; South Africa; Tel. 27 48 886 0606; Fax: 27 48 886 0787; Email: www.southern-cross-safaris.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
Chris Cawood |
| 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: |
Springbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Common springbok. |
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Springbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: White springbok. |
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Springbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Black springbok. |
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Reedbuck, Mountain - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: |
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Steenbok - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: |
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Impala - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: Common impala. |
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Rhebok, Vaal - Availability: Average - Trophy Size: |
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| Game
Sought But Not Taken: |
Bushbuck - Availability: It was not because of lack of effort on the PH's part. The unusually cold and rainy weather interfered with the bushbuck hunting. |
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Condition Comments: |
Overall game condition was good. Like nearly anywhere else, trophy quality was good on some species, average on other species. I specifically made this hunt to take representative of species that I hadn't taken on prior African hunts; Vaal rhebok, mountain reedbuck and the white/black springbok. I was not disappointed. |
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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: |
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Condition
of Equipment: |
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of Food: |
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Trophy
Care: |
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| Name
of Airline: |
Delta and South African Airlines. |
Airline
Service: |
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| Airline
Comments: |
No problems. |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Trophy Fees: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
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Amount: |
$0 |
| 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: |
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| Highlights
of Hunt: |
There were no problems with the hunt. The best part for me was the PH, Chris Cawood. It was very enjoyable to hunt with him. He prefers to "foot stalk" and that enhances the quality of the hunting experience. Hunting vehicles were used for glassing and transport to different areas, but all game taken was approached on foot (real hunting!). The highlight was a day spent steenbok hunting on foot, in and out of tall grass, with a brief thunderstorm, some intense lightning, and even some hail. Despite all this and some faulty shooting, I eventually shot a particularly nice steenbok (5 inches). |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
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| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
N/A |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Matthew W. Norman |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 248-360-4323 - Box 875, Union Lake, MI 48387 E-mail: mattnorman@earthlink.net |
| Hunting Experience: |
This was my fifth hunting trip to Africa. I have been hunting for over 30 years. Have also hunted Canada, Alaska, western US and Australia. |
| Physical Condition: |
My physical condition is mediocre, (pushing 50, desk job, overweight, etc.). I can still hike, but it doesn't take much uphill to slow me down. |
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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 Southern Cross Safaris 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: |
1016 |
Weapon
Used: |
Rifle |
How
Hunt Was Conducted? |
Guided |
| Date
of Hunt: |
June 30, 1998 to July 14, 1998 |
| Place
of Hunt: |
South Africa Eastern Cape |
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OUTFITTER,
GUIDE AND BOOKING AGENT DETAILS |
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| Outfitter
(or safari company): |
Southern Cross Safaris. Ganna Hoek; PO Box 12; Mortimer; C P; 5870; South Africa; Tel. 27 48 886 0606; Fax: 27 48 886 0787; Email: www.southern-cross-safaris.co.za; |
| Personal
Guide (if any): |
John Toon |
| 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: |
Gemsbok/Oryx - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Wildebeest, Blue - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Wildebeest, Black - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Springbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Blesbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Black and white blesbok. |
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Reedbuck - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Springbok - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: Cape springbok. |
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Bushbuck - Availability: Abundant - Trophy Size: |
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Impala - Availability: - Trophy Size: |
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| Game
Sought But Not Taken: |
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| Game
Condition Comments: |
Excellent game quality. Most animals will make the book. |
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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: |
American Airlines |
Airline
Service: |
Poor |
| Airline
Comments: |
American Airlines delayed us one day |
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COSTS |
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| Hunting
Fees: |
$300 per day, $175 for non hunter for 14 days |
Amount: |
$6000 |
| Trophy Fees: |
competitive with other safari camps |
Amount: |
$0 |
| Permits/Licenses: |
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Amount: |
$30 |
| Commercial
Airfares: |
for my daughter and myself |
Amount: |
$3450 |
| 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. |
| Highlights
of Hunt: |
Watching my 14 year old daughter take her first African animal. |
| Equipment
Recommendations: |
Shooting sticks and bipods. |
| Would You
Recommend This Hunt to a Friend? |
Yes |
| Why? |
I already have recommended the hunt. |
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HUNTER
INFORMATION |
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| Hunter
Name: |
Adrian A. Fauvie |
| Contact
Information: |
Tel. 330-847-8469 - 3319 Hoffman Norton Road, Warren, OH 44481 |
| Hunting Experience: |
I have hunted in three different countries, two conitinents, and many of the US states. |
| 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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