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Welcome to
Huntersouthafrica, the most informative site on Hunting in Southern Africa
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Animal Rights Africa (ARA) |
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Animal Rights Africa
(ARA) has
published on their website and article that reads "Hunting - South Africa's
shame" where they come to the conclusion that ecotourism is a far better way to
conservation than "which ever barbaric way is most profitable" with reference to
hunters. Some criticism is unfortunately true and we must raise the
internal debate to rectify this criticism.
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the article
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Rising concern over increased regulation
from the Obama White House has gun buffs stocking up on the
latest tactical rifles and pistols. This helps the fortunes of
gun makers
Smith & Wesson
(SWHC)
and
Ruger
(RGR) as well as specialty retailer
Cabela's
(CAB), which
specializes in firearms and hunting gear.
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Canned hunting |
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Canned hunting operations, also referred to as "shooting preserves" or "game
ranches," [ranch]
are private trophy hunting facilities that offer their customers
the opportunity to kill exotic and native animals that are
trapped within enclosures.
Free ranging animals on a game farm/ranch in South Africa is not
included. [hunt] |
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Big Five |
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The
phrase Big Five game was coined by big-game hunters and
refers to the five most difficult animals in Africa to hunt on
foot. The term is still used in most tourist and wildlife guides
that discuss African wildlife safaris. |
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Handloading |
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Handloading or
reloading is the
process of loading firearm cartridges or shotgun shells by
assembling the individual components (case/shot shell, primer,
powder, and bullet/shot), rather than purchasing
completely-assembled, factory-loaded cartridges. Generally only
Boxer-primed cases are reloaded
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Safari |
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A
Safari
[safari] is an overland journey. It usually refers
to a trip by tourists to Africa, traditionally for a big-game
hunt and in more modern times the term may also include watching
and photograph big game and other wildlife as a safari holiday.
There is a certain theme or style associated with the word,
which includes khaki
[khaki]
clothing, belted bush jackets, pith [pith]
helmets or slouch [slouch]
hats, and animal skins—like leopard's skin |
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Eco-Tourism |
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Ecotourism
(also known as ecological tourism) is a form of tourism, that
appeals to ecologically and socially conscious individuals.
Generally speaking, ecotourism focuses on volunteering, personal
growth and learning new ways to live on the planet. It typically
involves travel to destinations where flora [flora],
fauna [fauna] and cultural
heritage are the primary attractions. Ecotourism is a conceptual
experience, enriching those who delve into researching and
understanding the environment around them. It gives us insight
into our impacts, as human beings and also a greater
appreciation of our own natural habitats. [ecotourism]
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Photo
Galleries |
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Browse our
gallery of hunting pictures from
friends and hunters proudly displaying their hunting trophies.
Have a picture? Upload yours as well. [photography]
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Hunting photo
of the Month |
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New Namibian record Leopard
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New
Products |
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Take
in the sights with these new Nikon 10 x 21 Sprint IV Sport
compact binoculars. With their powerful 10 x magnification, they
are ideal for sightseeing, sports events, bird watching or simply
getting a better view. Featuring the latest in ergonomic design,
and measuring just 87 X 117mm (3.4 x 4.6ins) they weigh just 227
gms (8 ounces), and will fit neatly into a pocket or bag
wherever you go.
Leupold
& Stevens, the leader in American made riflescopes, has
introduced their new RX line of laser rangefinders. The RX line
includes the entry level RX-I, medium priced RX-II, and upscale
RX-III and RX-IV. The RX-II, RX-III, and RX-IV offer a feature
that Leupold calls "True Ballistic Range," and may be the most
technologically advanced laser rangefinders in the world at this
writing. The RX-III model is the subject of this review. |
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World Hunting,
Fishing and Conservation News |
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Rising concern over increased regulation
from the Barack Obama White House has gun buffs stocking up on
the latest tactical rifles and pistols.
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Good summer rains
fell over the Northern regions in South Africa and game is expected to be in
good condition this hunting season
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