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South Africa 2019 with images
« on: July 17, 2019, 12:45:54 PM »
My son and I recently returned from a trip to South Africa. Our hunt list included an eland, bushbuck, roan, nyala, and impala. We spent a few extra days in Kruger National Park to sightsee.

It was our third trip and our expectations were again exceeded.  We brought home many fond memories, and hope that our fortunes may allow to return someday.

























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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #1 on: July 17, 2019, 12:55:13 PM »
Those are some fantastic photos Bob, congrats on you and your son's awesome trip!  :tup:
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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #2 on: July 17, 2019, 12:59:35 PM »
Great photos, Bob. Looks like a great time.
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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #3 on: July 17, 2019, 01:12:26 PM »
Good stuff Bob! :tup:
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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #4 on: July 17, 2019, 01:15:55 PM »
Awesome photos, as always. Glad the trip was a good one.

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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #5 on: July 17, 2019, 02:04:34 PM »
The photo that amazed m the most is the one where you are wearing a COAT in AFRICA!! :yike: :yike: :yike: :yike: LOL
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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #6 on: July 17, 2019, 02:11:02 PM »
The photo that amazed m the most is the one where you are wearing a COAT in AFRICA!! :yike: :yike: :yike: :yike: LOL
It was exceptionally cold a couple mornings and evenings: 28 one morning. Afternoons sunny and mid 70s.
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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #7 on: July 17, 2019, 02:38:09 PM »
Awesome pictures!! I can't wait to go back!!

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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #8 on: July 17, 2019, 02:44:35 PM »
Awesome pictures Bob, thanks for sharing  :tup:

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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #9 on: July 17, 2019, 06:05:41 PM »
awesome trophies and great pics

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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #10 on: July 19, 2019, 02:52:22 PM »
Awesome pictures
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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #11 on: July 19, 2019, 03:20:12 PM »
Thanks for sharing your pics! :tup:

Looks like a great time!
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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #12 on: July 19, 2019, 03:26:34 PM »
Thanks for sharing those fantastic photos and congrats to both you and your son!
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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #13 on: July 22, 2019, 06:45:59 AM »
Those are some nice trophies!  Great looking Roan and Nyala!

Those are Nat-Geo class photos!
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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #14 on: July 22, 2019, 08:24:01 AM »
Amazing photos!
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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #15 on: July 22, 2019, 09:02:54 AM »
Amazing quality photos - what sort of photography gear produces such beautiful pictures? I take it that setup isn't cheap...

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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #16 on: July 22, 2019, 01:05:20 PM »
South Africa is one of my favorite places to hunt I miss being there there are a couple more on my list that I would like to go after. Congrats on your third trip on the dark continent I tell people it’s a life changer

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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #17 on: July 22, 2019, 11:11:32 PM »
Awesome photos! Thanks for sharing!

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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #18 on: July 23, 2019, 08:37:26 AM »
 awesome pics Bob.Great you could do it with your son.If I may ask who was your outfitter?

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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #19 on: July 23, 2019, 08:58:56 AM »
awesome pics Bob.Great you could do it with your son.If I may ask who was your outfitter?
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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #20 on: July 23, 2019, 09:39:51 AM »
Very nice Bob, thanks for sharing.

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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #21 on: July 23, 2019, 09:55:36 AM »
Looks like another great trip!
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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #22 on: July 24, 2019, 04:30:46 PM »
Just got back from South Africa a week ago. Great trip. Ready to go back.

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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #23 on: July 25, 2019, 07:40:14 AM »
Just got back from South Africa a week ago. Great trip. Ready to go back.

And???  Report?  photos?  inquiring minds want to know!
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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #24 on: July 25, 2019, 08:15:24 AM »
Just got back from South Africa a week ago. Great trip. Ready to go back.
Please share!!

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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #25 on: July 25, 2019, 08:22:22 AM »
For anyone who hasn't been or doesn't think they want to go, it is an amazing experience to be over there.  The hunting is outstanding, the culture is amazing, and it truly is the trip of a lifetime, all for about the same cost as a guided elk hunt here in the states, I love seeing the photos, they take me immediately back to the dark continent. 

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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #26 on: July 25, 2019, 09:28:32 PM »
For anyone who hasn't been or doesn't think they want to go, it is an amazing experience to be over there.  The hunting is outstanding, the culture is amazing, and it truly is the trip of a lifetime, all for about the same cost as a guided elk hunt here in the states, I love seeing the photos, they take me immediately back to the dark continent.
I conquer with Ridge. I went last year with my wife for the first time and I am definitely having  South Africa withdrawals. I will be going back!!

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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #27 on: July 25, 2019, 10:10:33 PM »
Excellent pictures.  I may want to go just to sightsee and take pictures after seeing what you shared.
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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #28 on: July 28, 2019, 01:30:14 PM »
That's some quality photos.  Yes, the cost of a safari is low compared to other trips, but the airfare, trophy fees and taxidermy will make your significant other say no. 

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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #29 on: July 28, 2019, 01:33:00 PM »
That's some quality photos.  Yes, the cost of a safari is low compared to other trips, but the airfare, trophy fees and taxidermy will make your significant other say no.
Understood although you're looking at my taxidermy costs. ;)
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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #30 on: July 28, 2019, 02:34:43 PM »
For anyone who hasn't been or doesn't think they want to go, it is an amazing experience to be over there.  The hunting is outstanding, the culture is amazing, and it truly is the trip of a lifetime, all for about the same cost as a guided elk hunt here in the states, I love seeing the photos, they take me immediately back to the dark continent.

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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #31 on: July 28, 2019, 02:40:10 PM »
Great photos and trophies. Thanks for sharing.
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Re: South Africa 2019 with images
« Reply #32 on: July 28, 2019, 04:05:38 PM »
Those pics are amazing. Looks like a fantastic trip.

 


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