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Since the hunting season is just about to kick into full swing, i thought it would be a good time to see what peoples views are on the "must haves" when it comes to a first time plainsgame hunt. My personal list would be:- Impala Warthog Zebra Kudu In my opinion each offer different challenges when it comes to hunting them and would be on the "must haves" list for any first time hunter to africa. I have no experience of hunting in east africa so my list is limited to southern africa, it will be interesting to see what other people come up with. | ||
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Nevster All would be my recommendation for a first safari. In most places these animals will be available in good numbers and success is pretty much assured. They are all fun to hunt and make great trophies. Also they are not terribly expensive to hunt. Regards, Mark MARK H. YOUNG MARK'S EXCLUSIVE ADVENTURES 7094 Oakleigh Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89110 Office 702-848-1693 Cell, Whats App, Signal 307-250-1156 PREFERRED E-mail markttc@msn.com Website: myexclusiveadventures.com Skype: markhyhunter Check us out on https://www.facebook.com/pages...ures/627027353990716 | |||
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I knew someone was going to say that, i wasnt expecting it on the first reply though I was more trying to see what peoples favorite plainsgame to hunt are, and keep lists down to about 4 species, those animals that remind you and make you feel what africa is all about. cheers Craig. | |||
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Recently returned from Namibia. Took Blesbok, Springbok, Blue Widebeest, Kudu. The wildebeest was not a priority till after I got it. Wonderful trophy. How do I post a pic here? Help me out and I will give you a glance at it. thanks Si Vis Pacem, Para Bellum | |||
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OK, reread the question and see you said " first time" plainsgame hunt. So I'd have to add Blue Wildebeest to your list. But keep in mind I'm a B.W. junkie I've taken 3 so far and hope to take MANY more. ______________________ | |||
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Alrighty then here is my four. Blue Wildebeest Blue Wildebeest Blue Wildebeest Blue Wildebeest If you were to twist my arm and I just got to pick 4 species then. Kudu Zebra Impala and.... well, you get the idea....Blue Wildebeest ______________________ | |||
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Although I've only been once, this would be my list if I had to do it all over again: Kudu Warthog Blue Wildebeest Impala Zebra I did take three of the five on this list and could have taken the zebra but chose not to. Could never find that blasted kudu though. So, the kudu and zebra will be top on the list for the second trip. graybird | |||
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"...when it comes to a first time plainsgame hunt." Kudu Gemsbok (If they are available in the same area as Kudu. If not, then substitute Zebra) Blue Wildebeest Impala Warthog (I'm mainly thinking about hunting in South Africa or Namibia here. Both good first time destinations.) -Bob F. | |||
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I like to hunt the game that is indigenous to the particular area. Kudu are a definite top trophy, and are well-distributed as noted in the post above. It seems though that I like to shoot impala and wart hog, because I shoot them on just about every hunt. Gemsbok are more difficult and fun to hunt, but not as widely distributed. I agree that the "kudu-gemsbok" combination is a great one if they are both available. With something like 62 species of antelope in all of Africa, there definitely is no end of them to hunt. Mostly Namibia, Zimbabwe and South Africa get most of the first-time hunters, although some head up to Tanzania and exposure to the Eastern Africa fauna. The "beests" are widely distributed too: especially blue. Red (hartebeest), black w-beest are less so. The blue is also called the "poor man's Cape buffalo" for their size and hardiness. So my list is: kudu gemsbok blue wildebeest impala wart hog. jim if you're too busy to hunt,you're too busy. | |||
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Most of my hunters want according to my records: Kudu is no. 1 Gemsbok is no. 2 Warthog or Zebrza are about tied for no. 3 From that point on it varies but popular animals are Eland, Springbok, Impala, Wildebeest, Nyala, Zebra, Black Wildebeest, Red Hartebeest, Mt. Reedbuck, Vaal Rhebook, its pretty much varies past the first 4 it appears.. Ray Atkinson Atkinson Hunting Adventures 10 Ward Lane, Filer, Idaho, 83328 208-731-4120 rayatkinsonhunting@gmail.com | |||
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I am going to S.A March-06,Madubula Safaris Short list- Kudu Nyala Bushbuck Waterbuck Wildebeast Sean | |||
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My "must haves" was pretty short. Kudu, impala, and warthog say Africa to anyone, and were highlites of my trip. I had the time, money, and experienced staff to add in world-class springbok, blesbok, hartebeest, gemsbok, blue WB, and zebra. The wife forbid me to look at teeny-weenies. | |||
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I would suggest that you do not have such a list.The reason being once you have been you will continue to go.Depending on where you hunt can limit you some what.My thinking is you have X amount of money to spend,if a great trophy thats not on your list gives you a shot take it.Back in 1999 I passed on a killer Eland.It was not on my list.So the now the trips in 2000 and 2004 I have not seen a shooter.When opportunity knocks you need to answer. Cry 'Havoc,' and let slip the dogs of war; That this foul deed shall smell above the earth With carrion men, groaning for burial. | |||
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Going to Namibia in Aug. for my first safari. My priorities are kudu and gemsbok. If I come home with only those 2 trophies I'll be happy. After the kudu and oryx it's more of a see what else I can get. Of these, zebra is next as my girlfriend's daughter is just obsessed with all things zebra. Then the list goes: Eland Springbok Warthog Wildebeest Impala Caleb | |||
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All of these are fair chase only. This is not a plains animal but; Bongo Bongo Bongo Bongo Bongo Charlie | |||
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Have Impala Spingbok (2) Blesbok (2) Gemsbok (3) Blue Wildebeest (3) Kudu Eland Hartebeest (Red) Warthog Zebra (Hartmann’s) Jackal (Not Kept) Next 2 Trips Roan or Sable Black Wildebeest Waterbuck Burchell’s Zebra Bushbuck Lord Derby Eland Hyena (Plus DG - Buff) Maybe Someday Bongo Lechwe Tsessebe Sitatunga Bontebok B & W Springbok Gazelle (Tommie) (& more DG - Ellie) That should pretty much do it. S. | |||
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My first trip, the list in order of priority was as follows: Kudu Gemsbok Eland Warthog Blue Wildebeest Impala My next trip, it will be depending on where I go but the priorities in order are: Nyala Bushbuck Sable Grant's Gazelle Lesser Kudu Tommie Puku JD | |||
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