Many thanks!

18 June 2009, 02:54

eyedoc

Many thanks!

Welcome Mzee

We look forward to gaining through the wealth of knowledge you have at your disposal to share with us.

We seldom get to choose
But I've seen them go both ways
And I would rather go out in a blaze of glory
Than to slowly rot away!

Jason Z Alberts

“If ye love wealth better than liberty, the tranquility of servitude than the animated contest of freedom, go from us in peace. We ask not your counsels or arms. Crouch down and lick the hands which feed you." – Samuel Adams

18 June 2009, 03:09

Mortician

Hi Harry,
one of my fondest memories is having a few beers with your good self at Rileys. It was a great privilege, I sure learnt an awful lot in that short time.

I eagerly await any posts you may make here in the future.

You will no doubt have "forgotten" more about Africa and hunting than all of us here will collectively ever know.

I am sure we all look forward to you sharing a small part of your wealth of knowledge on this forum.

Hope the knee is feeling better.

Cheers.

18 June 2009, 03:12

Michael Robinson

It's an honor to share an "internet campfire" with you, sir - computers can be wonderful things!

I really enjoyed the reminiscences you recently published about Robert Ruark, and in particular your foreword to Alan Ritchie's recent Ruark biography.

All the best!

Mike

Wilderness is my cathedral, and hunting is my prayer.

18 June 2009, 03:44

RIP

Sir Harry Selby,
You are without a doubt the most distinguished member ever, of these forums.
I did not think it possible to improve the quality of this site, but you just did it.
I missed you on my first pass through Maun. I stopped by Riley's and you were not there.

Of course it is reassuring that you are not sitting on a barstool and drinking beer continuously.

Please get those memoirs in print, and get an audio CD for us to hear some stories in your voice, even if you have to get Gail to "pen" you down.

Best Regards,
Ron Berry

18 June 2009, 04:24

gas57

Welcome to AR. I am looking forward to hearing a few stories and learning alot about my favorite place to hunt!
Jeff in Texas

When catapults are outlawed, only outlaws will have catapults!

Africa Bug " Embrace the bite , live for adventure "
EJ Carter 2011

18 June 2009, 04:44

cwilson

Mr. Selby, it is not often that one gets to rub elbows with a legend, even on the internet. It is great to have you here. Welcome to the forums!!

This site has been an amazing asset to so many people and has just been upgraded another notch by your presence here.

cwilson

A well requlated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed - 2nd Amendment U.S. Constitution

18 June 2009, 04:52

470drshooter

After researching several rifle calibers for Cape Buffalo, I decided on a 416 Rigby. This was because of the great flexibility and the historical past of the rifle that you helped create.

The rifle should be done in the beginning of 2010 and hope to use it during the 2010 hunting season. Thanks again for being a historical part of this great adventure that I hope to soon partake in.

18 June 2009, 05:04

ravenr

it is a pleasure to welcome you to AR
there is no way for you to know or understand the adventures you led this man from a small town in wyoming to.
i have molded my life here in the US by the stories and tales i have read of your exploits in africa and dreamed so many africa dreams
with you,andy holmburg,j.a. hunter at my side.
it is truely an honor sir......

"Conservation through Hunting"

18 June 2009, 06:11

jeff h

quote:
Originally posted by b.martins:
Mr. Moderator & Administrator,

Don't you think you are at fault here?

Come on Saeed! Even with one single post Harry Selby deserves (we deserve him?)to be considered "one of us"!

I could not agree more! Welcome Mr. Selby.
Welcome!

B.Martins

NRA LIFE MEMBER
DU DIAMOND SPONSOR IN PERPETUITY
DALLAS SAFARI CLUB LIFE MEMBER
SCI FOUNDATION MEMBER

18 June 2009, 06:23

Atticus

What an honor! You and your exploits are legendary, I'm looking forward to your insights, writings and posts.

"I speak of Africa and golden joys; the joy of wandering through lonely lands; the joy of hunting the mighty and terrible lords of the wilderness, the cunning, the wary and the grim."
Theodore Roosevelt, Khartoum, March 15, 1910

18 June 2009, 06:26

Lucky1

Mr. Selby,
I had the pleasure of hunting in Botswana May 22 through June 2 with Clive Eaton's Tholo Safaris. I had a great time. The last night I was in country I stayed at Tree Lodge in Maun and talked about the old days with Douglas Wright who I believe is a contemporary of yours. I have read much about your influence on African hunting which was a large part of my decision to hunt in Africa. It is with great admiration and respect that I add my welcome to you!
John

18 June 2009, 06:37

matamori

quote:
Even with one single post Harry Selby deserves (we deserve him?)to be considered "one of us"!

Mr selby is a living legend. I think he deserves more respect than just "one of us".

18 June 2009, 06:52

Mortician

quote:
Originally posted by matamori:
quote:
Even with one single post Harry Selby deserves (we deserve him?)to be considered "one of us"!

Mr selby is a living legend. I think he deserves more respect than just "one of us".

Absolutely.

How the hell could he be put in the same category as "us".

Michael Podwika... DRSS bigbores and hunting www.pvt.co.za " MAKE THE SHOT " 450#2 Famars

____________________________

.470 & 9.3X74R Chapuis'
Tikka O/U 9.3X74R
Searcy Classics 450/.400 3" & .577
C&H .375 2 1/2"
Krieghoff .500 NE
Member Dallas Safari Club

18 June 2009, 07:34

BrettAKSCI

Welcome to AR Mr. Selby! I look forward to your contributions.

Brett

PS. When can we expect an autobiography? I'll volunteer to buy the first one!

DRSS
Life Member SCI
Life Member NRA
Life Member WSF

Rhyme of the Sheep Hunter
May fordings never be too deep, And alders not too thick; May rock slides never be too steep And ridges not too slick.
And may your bullets shoot as swell As Fred Bear's arrow's flew; And may your nose work just as well As Jack O'Connor's too.
May winds be never at your tail When stalking down the steep; May bears be never on your trail When packing out your sheep.
May the hundred pounds upon you Not make you break or trip; And may the plane in which you flew Await you at the strip.
-Seth Peterson

18 June 2009, 08:02

JC375

Welcome Mr. Selby. I look forward to your future post on this site. I would like to suggest that we skip the formalities and make Mr. Selby one of us, after all this is the man that most of us would love to have as our PH.

18 June 2009, 08:08

Alaska Hunter

It's truely an honor to have you, Mr. Selby, on AR. I look forward to a glimpse of your memories.

Antlers
Double Rifle Shooters Society
Heym 450/400 3"

18 June 2009, 08:51

Harris

Mr. Selby,

It is indeed an honor to have you amongst us for you have done many times what most of us only dream of.

I also agree with an earlier post that he deserves "one of us" title just after one post.

The price of knowledge is great but the price of ignorance is even greater.

18 June 2009, 10:01

craig boddington

Harry, it's wonderful that you can join us! Visiting with you in Maun last year was one of the greatest thrills of my hunting career! Wishing you and yours all the best,
Craig Boddington

18 June 2009, 10:12

surestrike

Harry,

Welcome sir,

Reading of your adventures through Ruark's writing is a huge part of the reason that I have hunted Africa. And yearn to do more of it year after year. I've truly enjoyed reading and re reading your stories.

Please keep them coming.

18 June 2009, 10:19

Kamo Gari

Being in the presence of a hunting legend--even when that presence is merely electronic--is very cool!

Welcome, sir!

______________________

Hunting: I'd kill to participate.

18 June 2009, 10:25

Balla Balla

Welcome Welcome Welcome ...

Another modern day aficinado of African hunting has recorderd that in his opinion the three top african profesional hunters over the centuries are ...

Philip Percival
John A Hunter
John Henry Selby (Harry)

Who am I to argue with that list

A young Harry Selby on left with Robert Ruark at the Mount Kenya Safari Club

Harry Selby with client. This Lion apparantly badly maualed another PH

Cheers, Peter

18 June 2009, 11:32

1BigDeer

Sir, it is an honor and privilege to have you here as a contributer. AR has taken a leap from a great site to the best! We look forward to your insight on all things African.

18 June 2009, 12:29

wildthang

Harry, if I may be so bold, welcome! What a wonderous thing to be in the presence of one of your caliber in the hunting world.

Please grab a seat; consider yourself family and join in.

Ron

Rusty
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