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Omay North Bound
07 November 2012, 05:38
MikeBurkeOmay North Bound
Six more days and a wakeup and we are headed out via Delta to Bulawayo.
Twelve days of chasing elephant, buffalo, and maybe a good kudu, sable, or waterbuck with Martin Pieters Safaris and Lindon Stanton as my PH on Omay North.
Then some time in Bulawayo then off to Nehimba for some R&R and then Vic Falls and home. Twenty-eight days total.
It will be a little warm and damp just like home. Chilly Pads, a fan, and a good attitude will take care of the heat. The swimming pool in camp will help also.
07 November 2012, 05:45
dr_dog_guyLindon? You are hunting with Lindon? That guy couldn't find a buffalo if he hit it with his Toyota! (of course, we shot 2 very nice ones when I was there in August- poacher stole the bait the day before our night in the blind or I would likely have had a nice leopard, too).
You will have a great time! Good luck!
Chuck
07 November 2012, 06:35
BRICKBURNGood Luck Mike.
07 November 2012, 06:45
Todd WilliamsMike, I hope you have a great hunt. 28 days in country is certainly enough to relax and get the flavor of the place.
07 November 2012, 07:21
FjoldMartin will treat you right, have fun!
Frank
"I don't know what there is about buffalo that frightens me so.....He looks like he hates you personally. He looks like you owe him money."
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07 November 2012, 11:12
ozhunterLindon is one of the good guys. Say Hi for me.
Oh, and tell him how Doubles are far superior to Bolt actions.
07 November 2012, 12:56
zhabaSay G'Day to lindon for me to I have down a few cold ones with him and his Brother Matt a few times great guys

07 November 2012, 16:30
tim416Have a great time Mike and give my best to Martin and Candy. I will catch up with you when you get back.
07 November 2012, 17:56
MikeBurkequote:
Originally posted by ozhunter:
Lindon is one of the good guys. Say Hi for me.
Oh, and tell him how Doubles are far superior to Bolt actions.
About the superiority of doubles, I will show him.

07 November 2012, 17:57
retreeverMike,
The best hope you get to smack that ele with a frontal with the 500. A wonderful time hunting and just like home in summer.
Mike
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07 November 2012, 18:28
MJinesHave a great trip Mike. Enjoy the cool weather.
Mike
07 November 2012, 18:37
Jack D BoldMike,
Way to go. I hope you have the trip of your dreams.
Remember, if the morning drive gets too chilly, you can always roll up the window.
Best
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07 November 2012, 18:38
pagosawingnutHave a great time, be safe......
07 November 2012, 18:44
465H&HI have every confidence that Martin and Lindon will give you the hunt of a lifetime.
465H&H
07 November 2012, 19:01
D. NelsonI'm jealous!!!
D. Nelson
07 November 2012, 19:22
bwanajayBest of luck Mike. Say hello to Martin and Candy for me.
07 November 2012, 19:39
martin pietersMike looking forward to it my friend and just to get you excited ( if you are not already ), I have a client that has just today turned down a huge lion during broad daylight near camp so if the pocket book allows..............and he is still around!!
07 November 2012, 20:56
MARK H. YOUNGMike,
Best of luck and sweat a bucket me. Take Martin up on the lion. Those kind of opportunities don't come along often.
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bwanamrmGood hunting Mike! That darn Martin always knows how to get your adrenaline raging doesn't he?
On the plains of hesitation lie the bleached bones of ten thousand, who on the dawn of victory lay down their weary heads resting, and there resting, died.
If you can talk with crowds and keep your virtue,
Or walk with Kings - nor lose the common touch...
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08 November 2012, 00:37
4-5-0Best of luck. Met Lindon in camp this past year and have a hunt booked with him next year. He's the real deal, just don't keeep him waiting at the dinner table

Your in good hands with Martin.
08 November 2012, 02:26
txsouthpawHave a great hunt, Mike, and say hello to Lindon for me. Hunted Omay north w/Lindon in 2010, took a great buff, kudu & impala. I was lucky enough to take a 7ft. 10in. ranch leopard with him in May. BTW, be sure to pack your running shoes so you can keep up with him!
08 November 2012, 05:25
bwana cecilFrom a North La. redneck to a South La. Cajun:
Hope you have the time of your life!
Look forward to your report.
LORD, let my bullets go where my crosshairs show.
Not all who wander are lost.
NEVER TRUST A FART!!!
Cecil Leonard
08 November 2012, 05:32
Bill CSounds like fantastic way to spend a month!
Good luck, stay safe, and have fun!
08 November 2012, 06:00
BEGNOHave fun Mike. Tell Lindon Butch & Geoff said hello.
I have some extra fans if you need to borrow them.
BUTCH
C'est Tout Bon
(It is all good)
08 November 2012, 20:30
martin pietersHey Mike
I have yours and Katherines' hunters ball tickets ready for the 30th!! Going to be a good one looking forward to it.
Mart
08 November 2012, 21:03
MikeBurkeThanks for all the replies and well wishes.
This will be my third trip to the Omay with Martin.
It will be nice not to be rushed and enjoy some time in the country.
Martin,
You are a cruel man for tempting me with the lion. And thanks for the invite to the ball.
Cannot wait. 4 1/2 days and a wakeup.
08 November 2012, 22:02
matt uGood luck Mike
I know you will have a great time.
10 November 2012, 18:27
BEGNODang Mike. I just realized what a sacrifice you are making. Missing a big part of duck season.
I'll whack a pile of ducks for you.
That hunter's ball sounds like fun. You and Katherine enjoy.
Be safe in your travels.
BUTCH
C'est Tout Bon
(It is all good)
10 November 2012, 23:02
GraftonHave a great trip Mike.