Sliding scale for trophy fees

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21 August 2004, 16:56

<mikeh416Rigby>

Sliding scale for trophy fees

While visiting some websites of some African outfitters recently, I've noticed that more of them are starting to charge trophy fees according to the size of the trophy taken. For instance, one outfitter charges $1000.00 for a Kudu Bull, but if it is over 55" then it jumps to $2000.00. Personally, I think that stinks, but I'm curious to find out how the rest of you feel about it.

21 August 2004, 17:10

ForrestB

Don't like it a bit.
Goes with gamefarming and ranking animals by what color their medal is. When I hear somebody say they killed a Gold Medal whatever, I want to scream! Whew I feel better now.

If you need to keep score, you really ought to take up golf.

21 August 2004, 17:40

GeorgeS

Let me guess: South Africa?

There's nothing like punishing the dude for shooting a big one.

Reason #143 I don't hunt in South Africa anymore.

George

21 August 2004, 17:50

500grains

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While visiting some websites of some African outfitters recently, I've noticed that more of them are starting to charge trophy fees according to the size of the trophy taken. For instance, one outfitter charges $1000.00 for a Kudu Bull, but if it is over 55" then it jumps to $2000.00. Personally, I think that stinks, but I'm curious to find out how the rest of you feel about it.

That's South Africa for you. The PH purchases the game at auction and the better specimens fetch a higher price. That higher price is passed on to you.

If you want real hunting and a fair shake, head to a country with less of a track record of ripoffs, in my opinion.

21 August 2004, 20:45

JBoutfishn

Sucks..... Starting to sound like some of the Whitetail and Elk outfitters in the States.

Can't wait to get back to Tanzania.

21 August 2004, 18:05

sheephunter

I am with you on this issue 100%,it stinks and makes my /our sport and activity sour.That being said,it really never matters what I think these days.I am told everything is market driven,and thinking logically ,I have to agree.
A precious commodity fetches a higher price,as long as someone is willing to pay more.
I dont see that hunting develops into more of a free activity,land being one of the most precious resources considering the ever increasing pressure of human overpopulation.
A clever business man ,will therefore maximise his return and deplore the trend if politically correct

22 August 2004, 02:11

Die Ou Jagter

Getting like our greedy neighbors in the west. Not to slight the Brits or Europeans but they use this sort of system as do the Kiwi's, eh.

22 August 2004, 03:24

DavidC

I think it stinks!

I resent the fact that certain outfitters see fit to financially gouge their clients.

Regards,
Dave

22 August 2004, 03:35

kos

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Reminds me of J.D Rockefeller he was just a good man ripping everybody OFF to benefit himself !!!! ''GOOD " in his own mind, i have known people like this. $ 25000.00 later,and for nothing !!!!!!!!!!

22 August 2004, 04:00

ALF

22 August 2004, 04:23

kos

Look at elephant tusk weight fees ?? a sighn of the future ????

21 August 2004, 23:50

cchunter

Only accapting difference in my opinion are culling vs trophy hunting.

21 August 2004, 23:29

ErikD

Sliding scale trophy fees SUCK. No question about it in my opinion.

Erik D.