I apologize for my remarks here that have ruffled feathers of a lot. I am a Hunter wannabe, I know that, therefore not belonging here on this forum. Good hunting to all!

Johnny, I'm not sure what you're referring to however you're not going anywhere. 

This is where you come to learn to be a hunter.

Ruffling feathers is one thing, plucking them is another.

Et all... Could someone please point me to the thread in question thank you.

It was under this thread. Namibia/UIB Outfitters.  I think Cory Mattson or either Johnny deleted his post.

Thanks Rasta.

Johnny, if Cory asked you to call him, which I know he did, I most definitely would.  He is not out to get you, but to help.  Being new, you don't know anything about Cory, and I wouldn't miss the chance to talk to a man/hunter of his caliber.  That's a pretty prestigious invite.

I sincerely hope you take him up on it. 

Quote from: Terry Green on August 18, 2023, 09:07:04 AM

This is where you come to learn to be a hunter.

Ruffling feathers is one thing, plucking them is another.

Exactly what he said ^^^

No need to leave the forum.

Being humble and apologizing says a lot about you Johnny. Some people can't/won't do that

You don't need to leave. You already apologized. Not sure of the post in question, but your attitude speaks well for your character. we all step in 'it' at times...

John,
I would take Terry's advice, Cory is a fine man.

I will take all your advice by calling Cory. Again, I am sorry, I responded to pictures that, to me, did not show something I considered agreeable, but I did not have the place to do so and in the future will only, try, and post on the subject of hunting, and then only when I think I know what I say. Sorry again for all the "ruffling and plucking" I may have caused, I really am too old and stupid to have said anything to hurt or harm on purpose.

No worries Johnny, and you certainly didn't pluck any feathers.

Now get back in the game. 

Johnny, Thank you for the apology. I can see where the photos I posted might be a little misleading as to how the hunting is conducted in Africa. You have probably been given this information already, but I will say this anyways. The hides at most private ranches in Africa are set up over water (not feed or bait), and only work during the dry season. The mature animals that are targeted are very wary coming in. They will blow out at any wind swirl in the wrong direction, often only come at night, and when they can, they make circles downwind to scent check the water source (which also leads to not getting a shot opportunity). I had multiple animals not produce a shot on my trip due these circumstances. These animals also react quickly to the sound of the shot, and we were advised because of this to not shoot unless the animals were drinking. Keep in mind, if you hit an animal, you also pay the trophy fee for said animal whether it is recovered or not. The baboons also add another level of difficulty to the situation. They are constantly watching for motion through the shooting holes in the screens at the front of the hides, and they have a long memory. I learned quickly not to get noticed by them. Once they see you, they will bark warning barks for the rest of the day. In my case, for over an hour. Only quitting when we got out and walked away for the day. I wish you well along your journey of bowhunting.

Johnny, glad you stayed.   

Johnny we are all learning, some of us will never get to experience some of what we read here.

Jonny if you are wanting to learn how to hunt this is the place. All of us have made mistakes and that's how we all learn I truly hope you stay.

 

Don't worry, Johnny is going hunting with me one day.  He will have a blast I'll guarantee.

Just as long as he brings those pistachio muffins!!!