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For the majority of humans, it is easier to discuss what we feel are the short comings of others than accepting the fact that all of us have our own short comings.

Crazy, ain't that the God's honest truth?

bakerb. You will be fine. You have the right attitude, but don't be too hard on yourself. Just go and have fun.

How many of us have made long lasting friends with people we first met for a business deal?

Why is hunting any different?

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Originally posted by Saeed:
How many of us have made long lasting friends with people we first met for a business deal?

Why is hunting any different?

Many times--

and it isn't

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Originally posted by Sean Russell:

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Originally posted by Saeed:
How many of us have made long lasting friends with people we first met for a business deal?

Why is hunting any different?

Many times--

and it isn't

I agree, but IMO that business relationship must be conducted first with honesty and integrity - then, if the chemistry is right, a friendship can be fostered.

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Originally posted by Saeed:
How many of us have made long lasting friends with people we first met for a business deal?

Why is hunting any different?

Saeed,
I am just like you. Met good people (Nigel Theisen) the first time I went and been hunting with him ever since.

Nigel...I suspect just like Alan and Roy...is salt of the earth and I never have to worry about anything. Plus...now we hunt together as opposed to the original business relationship.

But having been around the industry a bit now...I would recommend starting like Steve suggests and let it morph if it is meant to be. I have witnessed first hand what he writes of and I am afraid these days...there more to worry about than not.

Hi Steve

First off, thanks for the article and giving the African Hunter the opportunity to publish it. It really is important to share this type of “food for thought” material as in my experience of publishing, it is the kind of thing that slowly establishes what will come to be considered the “norm”. Not just the article, but the deeper thought and discussion that such articles provoke.

Like this forum, we have had good feedback, which pretty much reflects the views expressed here. Most Phs have not commented directly, though I feel from my discussions that your points are noted. Over the years I have learned not to expect any great feedback issue by issue of the magazine. People seldom take the time to put pen to paper, though may discuss a topic verbally at length. Your “The Client” has garnered quite a response. It is good stuff, so again thank you.

In publishing my own received replies, we will also precis some comments from the forum, as I believe AR does reflect a balanced cross section of the hunting community at large.

Thanks again for your support of the mag.

Hi Ant,
First, thank you for the opportunity to be a contributor to your publication. I believe this topic, as proven by the many varied responses, is important.

As stated in my piece, it was meant to be food for though for "both sides." Also, perhaps to offer an introspective and honest look at how an experienced sportsman views this industry.

Personally, I have lived the entire spectrum of feelings towards the international hunting business. I can clearly remember, the boundless enthusiasm I had after returning from my first few trips.

After time and experience, I began to listen to my inner voice and looked at these varied situations with my eyes wide open.

Still, I wouldn't trade one minute, of one day, in all my days in Africa. I simply now, view things differently.

Listen, learn and live it!

Regards,

Steve Ahrenberg