Final Evening and The Round Up – 6th May, There was a relaxed air on the final night in camp, lots of smiles, far more relaxed conversations, everyone was happy with their results I believe, I certainly was. I don’t think it is any mean feat to take in three groups every fortnight and ensure all their personal and hunting desires and expectations are met. Certainly from my point of view and by the looks of the Texan’s and Wale’s camps, on this occasion all expectations appeared to be met but I think likely exceeded. I am sure that the majority of outfitters in the East Cape, South Africa, work hard to and are successful at exceeding the expectations of their hunting clients, and I commend them for that. It has been a lifetime experience for myself and Sharyn, I can’t think of anything KMG and Marius’s team could have done better. All gratitude to Marius who managed the team ensuring not only his group but all the visitors to Mpunzi were treated like kings and queens. A very special thanks to our PH Martin, although half my aged his demonstrated experience, knowledge and hunting skills were first class, I kept up most of the time with the long legged youngster, hopefully he did not find it too frustrating. A great job from tracker skinners Lloyd and Oli who could not do enough of the hard stuff for us. Graham and Michelle who ensured we were kept well fed, warm and very comfortable. Lunches were never too late for Graham to whip us up something and Michelle created some terrific game meals which we appreciated and enjoyed immensely, those deserts were especially memorable, and the rest of the supporting staff were excellent, rooms were always clean and tidied up and washing all done daily.
Would I have changed anything, nothing I can think of, except I would not take my rifle again, although I enjoyed using my rifle and hand loaded ammunition, been able to use a rifle with a moderator has too many advantages to one without. I fear for the future of this magnificent and ancient country and can only hope for the continued hunting traditions which ensure the future survival of many amazing African animals. We will be returning, some hard work and saving should see us returning in the next 3 to 5 years. Marius please keep some good quality, Blue Wildebeest, Hartebeest, Eland, Waterbuck, and others freely available for our return. A visit to Hunters and Collectors Taxidermy and then four gruelling travel legs, 18 hours of air time and we will be home, man we must be keen hunters, is it worth it, my oath it is! Lots of amazing memories and emotions in finishing this trip and writing this account, hope it was not too long winded for you.
All of us
The AH team, myself, Sandrat, Marius and Dudders, everyones happy!
The hard working tracking team
At the gates with my amazing lady who had to put up with my ramblings for the last 14 months!
