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Update #2 from the Selous a few pics added...
30 August 2009, 00:08
retreeverUpdate #2 from the Selous a few pics added...
WOW!
Vickie here, just took another call from mom and dad...
Well, the bad news is no lion. The good news is a leopard that Pierre stated was an opportunity that couldn't be passed up. The leopard was STANDING up feeding off of the bait meant for the lions. I was told that he completely fills the back of the truck. He is the size of a large female lion. My dad is in awe at the size of this beautiful cat, and Pierre also stated that it is the largest leopard that he has ever seen.
He has also taken a kongoni. They both are comfortable and thoroughly enjoying their time. With regards to the temperature question...the days are very hot, 85-90 fahrenheit and very dry. The nights are cooler, comfortable. The exact words of my mom: "My hand held battery powered fan is the best thing I brought."
Great news from camp! Matt and I will keep the updates coming.
Michael Podwika... DRSS bigbores and hunting
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30 August 2009, 00:45
Badger MattBest of luck for continued success. I love your attitude toward retirement and "investment' of funds. We look forward to seeing you both again when you next visit your dad down here.
Hope you're wearing out that camera taking pictures.
30 August 2009, 01:18
OldHandgunHunterI'm green with envy -- there's NOTHING quite like hunting Leopard!
When you get bored with life, start hunting dangerous game with a handgun.
30 August 2009, 05:23
SevenxbjtFantastic news on the leopard! Can't wait to see the pics. Hopefully, lion is next.....
30 August 2009, 06:25
BigFiveJackGreat to hear about the GIANT leopard killed.
May SIMBA soon be in Mike's sights.
Did the missing 450 #2 ammo reach Mike yet?
Jack
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30 August 2009, 16:17
Use Enough GunMatt: See if you can get some preliminary stats, if at all possible, on the leopard: length, weight, skull measurement, etc. That will do in light of no pics yet!
30 August 2009, 17:55
retreeverRegarding the stats on the leopard...nothing exact yet as they had just arrived back in camp with the trophy.
My dad estimated it was all of 200lbs. He said that he could not lift it. Also, it completely filled the back of the truck, from one side to the other. He told me at least three times that it was as big as a large female lion...enormous for a leopard.
With regards to his hunting lion, I believe that he will not be chasing simba now. I am fairly sure that it was either lion or leopard, and because of the sheer size of chui, he opted to take him.
Matt and I both will get some more detailed information when we hear from them again, most likely at the end of the week.
Michael Podwika... DRSS bigbores and hunting
www.pvt.co.za " MAKE THE SHOT " 450#2 Famars
30 August 2009, 21:13
BigFiveJackLand walking Hippo and Buffalo beware,
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Jack
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30 August 2009, 21:37
Hog Killerquote:
the days are very hot, 85-90 fahrenheit and very dry.
I will be glad when it COOLs down to that level here.
Glad to hear thar Mile is having a graet hunt.
Congrat"s on getting a soper ssixed leopard!
Keith
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30 August 2009, 23:18
Use Enough GunI know how bad he wanted a lion. But to take a leopard like that one, well. . . CONGRATULATIONS!!! Glad that Cherie took the portable fan and enough batteries to keep it going!
30 August 2009, 23:37
mboga biga bwanaRetreever...may the Kubwa Simba is waiting in R4 for you ? Hold on.
Seloushunter
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01 September 2009, 17:02
retreeverHi all,
Matt here. I talked to my mom and dad yesterday. The biggest news is that they made arrangements and the lion hunting has resumed! They haven't had any lions come in at any of the baits yet, but they are just now getting ripe enough for the smell to really carry.
To reiterate what Vick said, my dad said that the leopard was on its hind legs feeding on the lion bait, that was a minimum of 7-8 feet off the ground. I believe that he said it was about 9 feet from nose to the tip of its tail. No skull measurements yet though.
No more animals yet.
Michael Podwika... DRSS bigbores and hunting
www.pvt.co.za " MAKE THE SHOT " 450#2 Famars
01 September 2009, 23:31
Use Enough GunWow! a Leopard between 7-8 feet is a good one. One over 8 feet is a monster. And one over 9 feet, well, that's flippin' incredible!!
02 September 2009, 00:34
matt uThe Lion hunting has resumed with a Leopard of the size described in the salt! WOW
Good luck Mike and congratulations!!
Matt,keep us informed
02 September 2009, 08:48
jdollarquote:
Originally posted by Hog Killer:
quote:
the days are very hot, 85-90 fahrenheit and very dry.
I will be glad when it COOLs down to that level here.
Glad to hear thar Mile is having a graet hunt.
Congrat"s on getting a soper ssixed leopard!
Keith
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03 September 2009, 04:19
BigFiveJackMike's son reports:
"...the lion hunting has resumed!"To that I say
HOORAY !!!!!!!
Jack
OH GOD! {Seriously, we need the help.}
07 September 2009, 06:02
SBTWell?
"There are worse memorials to a life well-lived than a pair of elephant tusks." Robert Ruark
07 September 2009, 09:38
SevenxbjtCan't wait hear more details.
09 September 2009, 20:03
PenetraterMike , what gives ? update ! Please !
16 September 2009, 22:08
retreeverMessage from Mike and Cherie...
They are on US soil. No simba, but several other remarkable trophies to share. They said if they feel up to it, they will post pics tonight. IF?? My dad will be logging on to AR as soon as they get into the house! They had a wonderful time, of course, and can't wait to share all their highlights.
Michael Podwika... DRSS bigbores and hunting
www.pvt.co.za " MAKE THE SHOT " 450#2 Famars
16 September 2009, 22:14
matt uWelcome home
16 September 2009, 22:46
A.DahlgrenWith all that WIFI on the planes nowdays and still NO pictures ....Come on
17 September 2009, 00:51
Use Enough GunWe'll all be waiting for the report and pictures. . . . .
17 September 2009, 03:13
retreeverFriends, just some quick notes... Simba eluded me... hunted very hard and long time riding checking baits in 500sq. miles... Did catch up to 3 lions near a bait lioness and 2 males shot was to far and did not want to risk a wounded lion confrontation... I shot a hippo with Boomer up close lights out did not move... , one scrub buff for bait, Nyassa wildebeast, East African kudu and 8 foot leopard, and a kongoni...
Last four days of the safari started having some pain in my mouth at the base of the nose was taking motrin to ease the pain and helped but the pain never eased but was bearable...
Finally had to cut food into small pieces to eat and not chew with front teeth...
Ended up with an abcess.. swelling my face from upper lip to massive swelling up to left eye... The flight from Dar to Amsterdam was a nightmare pain and pressure... How bad was it I placed a call to Global Rescue my plan covered catastrophic injuries... Made final flight to JFK and breezed thru customs...
But will get pics up when I feel better..
Mike & Cherie
Michael Podwika... DRSS bigbores and hunting
www.pvt.co.za " MAKE THE SHOT " 450#2 Famars
17 September 2009, 03:28
JudgeGDadgumit!
JudgeG ... just counting time 'til I am again finding balm in Gilead chilled out somewhere in the Selous.
17 September 2009, 05:14
larryshoresSorry Mike. I hope you feel better.
17 September 2009, 05:22
L. David KeithGlad your home Mike. Congrats on taking a monster Leopard and other trophies. Get better soon. Cheers, David
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17 September 2009, 06:04
SBTMike,
First, I hope your well and all will be O.K. Congratualtions on the great leopard. He sounds like a monster. Sorry to hear the lion evaded your attempts. On budgets like ours, it is tough to take, but overall, it sounds like you and Cherie had a wonderfull time with Pierre.
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17 September 2009, 06:58
SevenxbjtWelcome home and congrats on a good trip. I certainly hope you start feeling better.
17 September 2009, 08:06
DLSWelcome home from an oustanding trip, we all hope you're feeling better soon. Can't wait for a more thorough report with pictures.
17 September 2009, 17:54
DoubleDonMike
Glad you're back. Get better real soon. Perhaps you can make it down to Vintagers next week???
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17 September 2009, 18:33
Dave MooreMike - glad you're back. Even though you came down with the medical problem it sounds like you had a great safari with lots of wonderful memories. Take care of yourself and get better.
17 September 2009, 20:50
HarryWow!
Better tomorrows Mike,
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17 September 2009, 22:37
BwannaWelcome back, Mike. Take care and when you're feeling better I'll look forward to a detailed post.
Ryan
18 September 2009, 00:05
retreeverFeeling still out of sorts but to wet your appetite... photos coming
Mike
Michael Podwika... DRSS bigbores and hunting
www.pvt.co.za " MAKE THE SHOT " 450#2 Famars
18 September 2009, 00:46
Use Enough GunDon't wait too long on wetting our appetite with pics or we'll wet our pants waiting to see photos of that monster leopard of yours!
18 September 2009, 01:16
matt uWOW what a head on that Leopard!!
18 September 2009, 01:18
BOWHUNRGood Lord, what a cat!!!
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18 September 2009, 01:41
BrettAKSCICongratulations!!!! I can't wait to read the report!!!!!
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18 September 2009, 01:42
Use Enough GunFantastic! What a cat!!!