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I got it, just didn't look at it through that lens before. My original statement is below. Followed by my eyes being open a little wider farther down the page. | ||
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. . . I guess some people like to grumble that roses have thorns too.  . . . ever wonder why there are fewer and fewer hunt reports . . . please see above.  Mike | |||
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Yep, agree with Mike. If an outfitter writes a report, great. If it is in error, I suspect that the loyal folks on AR will quickly put him in his place. It is a "free" forum. I like to see the outfitters version of a hunt. Yes, it is advertising, but so are the offers in the "hunts for sale section". | |||
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I have been going over to SA since 2006 and although I am not the Outfitter I do work for the Outfitter. I did post a review of my trip this year but I was doing that more in support of Hammer bullets. I haven't posted hunting reports in the past because I didn't want to get grilled for posting as the Outfitter or an employee of. The post this year I made it clear I was part of the company and was biased in my support of our business. I enjoyed doing the recap but probably won't do another one as I would rather see them from our clients! "In the worship of security we fling ourselves beneath the wheels of routine, and before we know it our lives are gone"--Sterling Hayden-- David Tenney US Operations Manager Trophy Game Safaris Southern Africa Tino and Amanda Erasmus www.tgsafari.co.za | |||
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I think it is great that outfitters share their success with us here. If any does not agree with a specific post, they are free to air their side. I would be careful of reports by outfitters on websites where they are protected because they pay a fee. They do not do that on AR, so they have no protection from those who might not agree with them. | |||
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I like when Outfitter's share a report. I have never been bothered at all by it and have no idea why it would bother someone. If I do not like it, I quit reading it and move on. I like reading all the reports on AR. It is the main reason I like this site so much. As far as "free advertising"??? I say good for them. I want to see good Outfitters succeed and be able to provide for their families. Outfitters: Please, by all means continue to post your hunt reports. I enjoy all of them! | |||
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Obviously they are doing it to drum up business. BUT I do read the reports and look at the pictures. Do your due diligence BEFORE booking ANY Hunt. Area's change all the time. | |||
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I think it is awesome that outfitters wrote reports. It is always good to see the hints from another angle. The Mokore reports are a perfect example of just facts but great reporting and a good read. | |||
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BWW, I find your post to have no point unless the point is to  . All the advertising is free on AR whether it be a straight up ad or a hunt report written by one of us in the business. From my point of view the more info that is out there the easier it is for a hunter to make an informed choice.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'm one of those outfitters that occasionally share photos and sometimes stories of a hunt. To be clear 1. Clients sign a waiver prior to a hunt allowing me to use their photos for advertising purposes. No one has ever objected but if they did I would omit the clause and simply wouldn't use their photos. 2. Every client who's photos/stories I've shared, I've asked their permission first. Everyone has been happy to have some part of their hunt shared on. Most if not all of them aren't members on AR and if they were, I'd let them write a report if they wished. 3. It's not a review of my business. I wouldn't insult the intelligence of AR members in such an obvious way. It's pretty clear who the author is. 4. The advertising may be free but the input of AR members make it one of the most honest forms of advertising there is. If you've ever opened up your business to the scrutiny of social media you'll know what I mean. Victor Watson Karoo Wild Safaris Email: info@karoowildsafaris.co.za Cell: (+27) 721894588 www.karoowildsafaris.co.za | |||
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I'm in favor of outfitter reports as long as the hunter has given them permission. | |||
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Exactly..... I don't see anything wrong with outfitters reports. It is a business they're in after all. If they want to show how there season has gone, more power to them. I've never felt imposed upon because my picture has been used. Like Mark said it's also a good tool to use to research a future hunt. Besides most clients will never write up their hunts on any forum and in my mind it's interesting to see how others did on their hunt. Roger ___________________________ I'm a trophy hunter - until something better comes along. *we band of 45-70ers* | |||
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Victor, thank you for the information. I had not painted that picture in my mind. It is easy to see who the scumbags are. | |||
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My understanding is the scumbags avoid AR like the plague  The ones who do take and wrong turn and end up here do not last very long!  | |||
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My original point was that I thought that outfitters writing reports kind of shit the pot, and soiled the waters. I had not thought of you and Vic's points. I guess since AR is free and most people (including myself most of the time) are smart enough to see the difference the truth will out. | |||
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Hunting reports can be very informative regardless who posts them provided the poster is upfront and unbiased, as a report coming from a dodgy outfitter, may be just that. | |||
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Thank you. Your point has some merit and is a good reminder to us outfitters that do write reports to stick to the facts and pictures and make sure it's clear to everyone who the author is. Victor Watson Karoo Wild Safaris Email: info@karoowildsafaris.co.za Cell: (+27) 721894588 www.karoowildsafaris.co.za | |||
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It doesn't bother me at all. Given the reduced volume of reports, it is good to see what is happening in the various areas. | |||
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I just finished two hunts with two of the AR members and one asked me if I would be able to post his hunt report if he was to send it to me in an email. Although most of us know how to post and reply, not everyone is able to do so themselves. | |||
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