My First Ever TEDx Talk is Live!!!
The first of my two TEDx presentations is now available. The topic discussed is conservation-through-trophy hunting.
Tiny Blue Blur
The tiny fuzzball, looked at us with its mouse-like eyes, framed by its round, even more mouse-like ears.
Leopard Hunting - Equipment Used and Tips from a Namibian Professional Hunter
On a recent Safari to Namibia, I took a very nice leopard. The story about this hunt appeared in the 2021 September/October Issue of Sports Afield.
I Love Maven Optics, and so does Frances!!
Man, is this review of Maven’s B.1 binocular overdue. It was originally planned for December 2020 after a trip to Mozambique…and then there was some crap about a virus.
Rooihartbees in the Wind
As the panic started to build, my inner conversation was simply, “What is wrong with me?!”
Magnificent, Tiny Trophies
"You have just taken one of the Tiny 10," said Arnold. "What is that?" I asked with disinterest.
A Conversation with Namibian PH Jamy Traut
Intriguingly, Jamy Traut admitted that a good bit of his motivation for being a PH came from reading the writings of people like Robert Ruark and Harry Selby.
A Father's Gift
“You can hunt anything in North America with this rifle.” With those words, my Dad gave me his lovely custom-built, .35 Whelen Improved rifle.
Ivan Carter - Hunter/Conservationist
When I caught up (virtually) with Ivan Carter, he had been [forced] quarantining for several weeks in a friend’s vacation home near a South African Beach.
[KEEPING] The Family Tradition
I realize Hank Williams, Jr. was singing about something totally different in his raucous lyrics about ‘The Family Tradition’.
Mark Haldane - Much more than a PH
Mark Haldane’s South African diction came across clearly through the WhatsApp link.
The Strangest Client
Over pre-dinner beverages, Francois Rudman asked “So, how many times have you hunted Africa?” “This is my first time”, I replied.
Hornady ELD-X Bullets: Field Report from a Namibian Safari
I had the opportunity to hunt with Jamy Traut Hunting Safaris for a leopard and various plains game species.
SITKA Gear Mountain 2700 Pack for Subalpine Big Game Hunting
Well, this is a different kind of product review for me. As you will see if you read my review, it began because of a request that I help out with concealed-carry for some regular events I attend.
Trader Keith’s Rifle Strap, Culling Belt and Cartridge Slide
Take a look at my most recent review on TheTruthAboutGuns to see some of the cool Trader Keith products we will be using in Coutada 11!
Use Enough Bullet: .35 Whelen Improved and Swift A-Frame Bullets for Cape Buffalo
This ‘hunting’ story or more accurately, ‘preparation for hunting’ story, was very enjoyable to write.
H-S Precision PLC Long Range Carbon Fiber Hunting Rifle
I have been really fortunate to get to see, and work with, wonderful firearms turned out by some of the best manufacturers in North America and Europe.
ESP Stealth Ear Plugs
O.K. so that may seem a bit hyperbolic for those who know that without my hearing aids I'm, well, pretty deaf. So, why do I love Electronic Shooters Protection’s STEALTH ear plugs?