My Africa Experience - 10 days, 12 animals, Countless New Friends, Memories for Life - Page 16 - TexasBowhunter.com Community Discussion Forums

Destry · 02-09-2011, 11:09 AM

that was a great thread

Bowmansam · 02-09-2011, 12:53 PM

Awesome pics and story!! Conngrats on all of the awesome trophies!!

txdukklr · 02-09-2011, 03:55 PM

just re-read it awesome!

meangene1969 · 02-09-2011, 09:11 PM

reread it still great

DeadeyeDeb · 06-28-2011, 10:18 PM

I can't believe I missed this thread. I am so glad someone asked about Africa and this thread link was posted today. I have spent the last couple hours reading it thru.
What a great story. As others have mentioned, it kept me on the edge of my seat, literally. I found myself speeding up in the reading as your heartbeat sped up. And I slowed down as your heartbeat did as well. Kicked back some when you kicked back and watched or took photos. And right back on the edge of my seat when animals you wanted came in.
I ofund myself telling the animals (out loud) turn, turn just a bit. Then some would turn and bolt and I would find myself thinking "it heard me!!!" I spoke to loud and I spooked it for you!!!!! I found myself with tears in my eyes with your Zebra and Kudu. The emotion you felt was truly felt and seen in your writing and the photos of you walking up to and touching these magnificent animals.
The story and hunt would have been great in itself if it was only the lioness. And the porcupine..............very much an example of God having a sense of humor and imagination.
I have wanted for so long to go to Africa. I would be completely satisfied with hunting wihth my camera. But now I have a real burning desire, as many here do since this adventure, to take my bow with me.
Now that, is a testament to the great writing you did. Great photography for m you and Antoine. Amazing all the way around.
Thank you for sharing this and putting us right there beside you. You are an amazing storyteller.
Please share more hunts with us.
Any mounts back yet?

MichaelW · 06-29-2011, 01:05 PM

DeadeyeDeb,

Thank you for the kind words. I enjoyed reading your post above.

In reference to your question, I just received notice today that they are ready for shipment. Their was a permit issue that has now been resolved. The porcupine has been mounted there and the rest will be done over here. It's been awhile since I've seen them all....... can't wait to take a look inside the crate....

Thanks Again!

JP Dorris · 06-30-2011, 04:13 AM

Wow, what a hunt and story. I will have to save some $ and take a trip like this. Looking fwd to see the mounts when you get them done

rattler7696 · 06-30-2011, 09:01 AM

I am on the edge of my seat with excitement..........

takoma · 06-30-2011, 09:52 AM

Fantastic recap and pictures ! Do you have the video up and posted ? would love to see that !

MichaelW · 06-30-2011, 08:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by takoma

Fantastic recap and pictures ! Do you have the video up and posted ? would love to see that !

Thanks, appreciate the kind words!!!!!

No, I'm a total slacker on the video....can't believe I haven't put it together yet. I've captured it from the camera, but just hadn't taken the time to work it up yet.....I'm going to seriously try to put something together one of these weekends very soon.

It's hard to believe it's already been close to a year and I haven't done it yet.....

takoma · 06-30-2011, 08:45 PM

hahah... No worries Michael. I know how time consuming the whole video edit process is. And with the amount of footage you must have.. good grief. However, when it comes to fruition, it's gonna be awesome to see those animals getting swacked !

BIG BONE · 07-01-2011, 09:20 AM

awesome thread, congrats on a great trip!!

BIG HORN · 07-01-2011, 02:59 PM

I only have one question:

How is this thread NOT a sticky?!

Wow - amazing post! Read it from post #1 through to post #762 and my blood is racing! Wonderfully written and beautiful pics!....WOW!

Thank you for sharing your incredible adventure!

aggiebowhunter · 07-01-2011, 09:23 PM

Africa is great. Everyone should go if they can. Your story line is great.

Texas5o · 07-05-2011, 12:21 AM

Wow! I sure wish someone would have shown me this earlier......I found it this evening and have been reading it for a couple hours at least.
I am going to South Africa next summer so this was perfect for me right now. I'll be reviewing it over and over until I go.
If you get the video done, please let us know; I would certainly buy one. I have a couple from Dries Visser already.

LX_Trkyhntr · 07-08-2011, 09:33 AM

What a hunt!! Congrats on all the great hunts you experienced while you were over there!! This has to be the best thread I have ever read anywhere on any type of hunt. This is my first post on this site and I am just blown away from all of the excitement on your hunt. As I was reading along when I scrolled down and the HUGE Kudu popped up my heart jumped! That is my dream animal for sure!

I was stoked that you got your bull on the last evening, I can't imagine the feelings you experienced as the sun set for the last time on your hunt in Africa as you approached your great trophy!

Thanks for the great read! Post up some pics of your mounts when you get them done!

Howard · 07-08-2011, 11:49 AM

dang...been a while....I just went through entire thread again with almost the excitement as the first time... Congrats again, know your glad the crate is being shipped finally.

Rwc · 07-08-2011, 02:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Howard

dang...been a while....I just went through entire thread again with almost the excitement as the first time... Congrats again, know your glad the crate is being shipped finally.

Have to agree with Howard.

Rwc

ByronB · 07-08-2011, 11:13 PM

I think I just spent two hours on this thread!!!! That was awesome. Congrats and thanks for taking your time to share your experiences on this website. Truly amazing!

Wanderingchef · 07-09-2011, 06:56 AM

best thread ever!

DeadeyeDeb · 07-10-2011, 04:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wanderingchef

best thread ever!

I agree!!!!! I also agree it should be stickied!!!!!

TMC50 · 07-10-2011, 06:55 PM

It should be stickered! this was an amazing read! congrats on the animals! thats on my bucket list!

TEAM SHARK · 07-12-2011, 08:17 PM

Very enjoyable.

djohnson · 07-15-2011, 09:38 AM

I stayed at Afton House late in May. For anyone planning a safari to Africa, this is a fantastic place for the layover. You will be well taken care of and it will be sorely needed whether you're coming over through Dulles or Atlanta. Well worth the money.

ttaxidermy · 08-02-2011, 03:08 AM

Awesome!!!! Afton house is nice.The Eland house is also nice.Its in the same neighborhood a few blocks away.

huntmaster · 08-02-2011, 07:24 AM

don't know how I missed this way back when but glad I found it now. What a great writeup w/pictures. Never had any desire for a trip to Africa but your story w/pics made me go hmmmm. thanks for the ride

mayhemsr · 08-02-2011, 01:25 PM

best thread ive ever read...awesome!!!

RAMSLAYER · 08-04-2011, 08:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mayhemsr

best thread ive ever read...awesome!!!

times 2

trophyhunter · 08-05-2011, 08:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MichaelW

Thanks, appreciate the kind words!!!!!

No, I'm a total slacker on the video....can't believe I haven't put it together yet. I've captured it from the camera, but just hadn't taken the time to work it up yet.....I'm going to seriously try to put something together one of these weekends very soon.

It's hard to believe it's already been close to a year and I haven't done it yet.....

Ha! It's been over 2 years since my trip and I still haven't posted my pics or story, much less the video!

boomer453 · 08-09-2011, 01:49 AM

if you get the chance can you tell us the cameras you used and what your using to edit. by far these are the best photos i've seen in a thread. the screen grabs are fantastic.

Thanks

MichaelW · 08-10-2011, 07:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by boomer453

if you get the chance can you tell us the cameras you used and what your using to edit. by far these are the best photos i've seen in a thread. the screen grabs are fantastic.

Thanks

No problem bud,

I used a Canon 50D for the still shots and a Sony FX7 for the video. The FX7 takes a sony memory stick and that's where I grabbed the video stills of the arrows from.

I haven't really worked on the videos yet...pathetic I know, but when I do, I use Adobe Premiere.

If anyone asked me a question and I missed it, I apologize. If I did, shoot me a pm.

buck_wild · 08-10-2011, 10:26 PM

Here's a question- How long will you milk this thread ???

trophyhunter · 08-10-2011, 10:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by buck_wild

Here's a question- How long will you milk this thread ???

Ha!! That is FUNNY!!!

You will only contribute to the problem when you finish all of his taxi work!

MichaelW · 08-11-2011, 08:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by trophyhunter

Ha! It's been over 2 years since my trip and I still haven't posted my pics or story, much less the video!

WTH....u act like u got a busy job, a business to run, a lease to manage, and a wife and kid to take care of. Heck, u have people under you to do the work, a business that runs itself, phenomal lease members that always take care of everything, and well the wife delivered the kid without you.....she can manage!!!!!! Let's see some pics and video one day.

Quote:

Originally Posted by buck_wild

Here's a question- How long will you milk this thread ???

Whatever jackaz!!!!

Kingslayer · 03-14-2012, 10:22 PM

Looking forward to seeing your African Mounts.... Still my Favorate Thread

Chootem · 03-19-2012, 10:57 PM

Just stumbled across this thread, best I have read. Congrats!!

BiggsWife · 03-19-2012, 11:47 PM

Awesome story telling! I was on the edge of my seat the entire time! And your kudu is gorgeous!

STXBowhunter · 03-20-2012, 02:54 PM

Glad this thread came back up! Congrats on all the trophies! Looked up Dries Visser Safaris and look forward to booking a hunt soon with a first class operation!

Mex. Bowhunter · 03-20-2012, 08:40 PM

A hunt of 5 LifeTimes. Thank you so Much for Sharing. Priceless

snapper tapper · 03-23-2012, 04:05 AM

I don't post much, but that was some of the best photo's I've seen in a long time. Congrats !

bowhuntvideo · 03-23-2012, 10:39 PM

What an adventure. Thanks so much.

Raypo · 03-23-2012, 10:56 PM

I think that 2 hours to read.... Very nice write up and congrats on a great hunt done with a bow... truly a lifetime hunt...

sooner6969 · 03-29-2012, 12:24 PM

great thread

Landrover · 06-23-2012, 09:52 PM

still one of the BEST semi-live hunts ever on TBH!!!!

DirkDiggler · 06-24-2012, 03:15 AM

Very new to this site and found this while browsing, how incredible!

Do you have the mounts back yet? I would love to see them!

MichaelW · 06-25-2012, 08:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Landrover

still one of the BEST semi-live hunts ever on TBH!!!!

Appreciate it bud....hope I can do a repeat in a couple of months. I hadn't mentioned anything yet, but headed back over in a few weeks!!!!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by DirkDiggler

Very new to this site and found this while browsing, how incredible!

Do you have the mounts back yet? I would love to see them!

Thanks, appreciate the kind words! Yes I did.....still hadn't got around to posting any pics. I've gotten the warthog, gemsbok and bushbuck. I'll quit messing around and try and get some pics up on a new thread, thanks again!

LastHurrah · 06-26-2012, 11:20 AM

Yep just re-read the entire thread and it's still amazing..... Can't wait to see the mounts!

bu2herndog · 06-26-2012, 11:44 AM

X3, can't wait for mount pics.

mitcham753 · 06-29-2012, 11:07 AM

very cool

tgridley · 07-25-2012, 04:58 PM

Great write up and awesome pics. I do have say after the lion in the first part of the thread, I was thinking to myself. I hope he took lots of arrows.

07-15-2011, 09:38 AM	#774
djohnson Four Point Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Boerne, TX Hunt In: LaSalle County	Afton House I stayed at Afton House late in May. For anyone planning a safari to Africa, this is a fantastic place for the layover. You will be well taken care of and it will be sorely needed whether you're coming over through Dulles or Atlanta. Well worth the money.

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02-09-2011, 11:09 AM	#751
Destry Ten Point Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Lindale Hunt In: East Tx, or whever i can	that was a great thread

02-09-2011, 12:53 PM	#752
Bowmansam Ten Point Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Brenham, Tx. Hunt In: Anywhere I am invited	Awesome pics and story!! Conngrats on all of the awesome trophies!!

02-09-2011, 03:55 PM	#753
txdukklr Pope & Young Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Sugarland Hunt In: Victoria	just re-read it awesome!

02-09-2011, 09:11 PM	#754
meangene1969 Pope & Young Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Fort Worth, Texas Hunt In: Wichita / Wilbarger County	reread it still great

06-28-2011, 10:18 PM	#755
DeadeyeDeb Pope & Young Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Temple, TX	I can't believe I missed this thread. I am so glad someone asked about Africa and this thread link was posted today. I have spent the last couple hours reading it thru. What a great story. As others have mentioned, it kept me on the edge of my seat, literally. I found myself speeding up in the reading as your heartbeat sped up. And I slowed down as your heartbeat did as well. Kicked back some when you kicked back and watched or took photos. And right back on the edge of my seat when animals you wanted came in. I ofund myself telling the animals (out loud) turn, turn just a bit. Then some would turn and bolt and I would find myself thinking "it heard me!!!" I spoke to loud and I spooked it for you!!!!! I found myself with tears in my eyes with your Zebra and Kudu. The emotion you felt was truly felt and seen in your writing and the photos of you walking up to and touching these magnificent animals. The story and hunt would have been great in itself if it was only the lioness. And the porcupine..............very much an example of God having a sense of humor and imagination. I have wanted for so long to go to Africa. I would be completely satisfied with hunting wihth my camera. But now I have a real burning desire, as many here do since this adventure, to take my bow with me. Now that, is a testament to the great writing you did. Great photography for m you and Antoine. Amazing all the way around. Thank you for sharing this and putting us right there beside you. You are an amazing storyteller. Please share more hunts with us. Any mounts back yet?

06-29-2011, 01:05 PM	#756
MichaelW Ten Point Join Date: Oct 2006	DeadeyeDeb, Thank you for the kind words. I enjoyed reading your post above. In reference to your question, I just received notice today that they are ready for shipment. Their was a permit issue that has now been resolved. The porcupine has been mounted there and the rest will be done over here. It's been awhile since I've seen them all....... can't wait to take a look inside the crate.... Thanks Again!

06-30-2011, 04:13 AM	#757
JP Dorris Eight Point Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Carleton Place, On, Canada Hunt In: Where possible	Wow, what a hunt and story. I will have to save some $ and take a trip like this. Looking fwd to see the mounts when you get them done

06-30-2011, 09:01 AM	#758
rattler7696 Eight Point Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: San Antonio Hunt In: South Texas	I am on the edge of my seat with excitement..........

06-30-2011, 09:52 AM	#759
takoma Ten Point Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: san antonio Hunt In: everywhere	Fantastic recap and pictures ! Do you have the video up and posted ? would love to see that !

06-30-2011, 08:45 PM	#761
takoma Ten Point Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: san antonio Hunt In: everywhere	hahah... No worries Michael. I know how time consuming the whole video edit process is. And with the amount of footage you must have.. good grief. However, when it comes to fruition, it's gonna be awesome to see those animals getting swacked !

07-01-2011, 09:20 AM	#762
BIG BONE Pope & Young Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Dallas Hunt In: Oklahoma	awesome thread, congrats on a great trip!!

07-01-2011, 02:59 PM	#763
BIG HORN Six Point Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: HOUSTON Hunt In: UVALDE COUNTY - CO, NM & LA	I only have one question: How is this thread NOT a sticky?! Wow - amazing post! Read it from post #1 through to post #762 and my blood is racing! Wonderfully written and beautiful pics!....WOW! Thank you for sharing your incredible adventure!

07-01-2011, 09:23 PM	#764
aggiebowhunter Spike Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Keller, TX Hunt In: Everywhere I can	Africa is great. Everyone should go if they can. Your story line is great.

07-05-2011, 12:21 AM	#765
Texas5o Ten Point Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Wimberley, Texas Hunt In: Anywhere I can	Wow! I sure wish someone would have shown me this earlier......I found it this evening and have been reading it for a couple hours at least. I am going to South Africa next summer so this was perfect for me right now. I'll be reviewing it over and over until I go. If you get the video done, please let us know; I would certainly buy one. I have a couple from Dries Visser already.

07-08-2011, 09:33 AM	#766
LX_Trkyhntr Four Point Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Arkansas	What a hunt!! Congrats on all the great hunts you experienced while you were over there!! This has to be the best thread I have ever read anywhere on any type of hunt. This is my first post on this site and I am just blown away from all of the excitement on your hunt. As I was reading along when I scrolled down and the HUGE Kudu popped up my heart jumped! That is my dream animal for sure! I was stoked that you got your bull on the last evening, I can't imagine the feelings you experienced as the sun set for the last time on your hunt in Africa as you approached your great trophy! Thanks for the great read! Post up some pics of your mounts when you get them done!

07-08-2011, 11:49 AM	#767
Howard Pope & Young Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Hempstead Hunt In: Carta Valley	dang...been a while....I just went through entire thread again with almost the excitement as the first time... Congrats again, know your glad the crate is being shipped finally.

07-08-2011, 11:13 PM	#769
ByronB Ten Point Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Clear Lake	I think I just spent two hours on this thread!!!! That was awesome. Congrats and thanks for taking your time to share your experiences on this website. Truly amazing!

07-09-2011, 06:56 AM	#770
Wanderingchef Four Point Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Austin Hunt In: Carta Valley and Grapeland	best thread ever!

07-10-2011, 06:55 PM	#772
TMC50 Pope & Young Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: San Antonio Hunt In: Roosevelt	It should be stickered! this was an amazing read! congrats on the animals! thats on my bucket list!

07-12-2011, 08:17 PM	#773
TEAM SHARK Ten Point Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Tampa, Florida Hunt In: Everywhere I can!	Very enjoyable.

08-02-2011, 03:08 AM	#775
ttaxidermy Ten Point Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Down South Hunt In: South Africa,Mexico no more,South Texas,McCulloch Cnty	Awesome!!!! Afton house is nice.The Eland house is also nice.Its in the same neighborhood a few blocks away.

08-02-2011, 07:24 AM	#776
huntmaster Pope & Young Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Mesquite, Texas Hunt In: Jack County	don't know how I missed this way back when but glad I found it now. What a great writeup w/pictures. Never had any desire for a trip to Africa but your story w/pics made me go hmmmm. thanks for the ride

08-02-2011, 01:25 PM	#777
mayhemsr Eight Point Join Date: May 2008 Location: Fort Hood, Texas Hunt In: Anywhere they roam!!!	best thread ive ever read...awesome!!!

08-09-2011, 01:49 AM	#780
boomer453 Eight Point Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: on the LA side of Toledo Bend Hunt In: Sabine Parish	if you get the chance can you tell us the cameras you used and what your using to edit. by far these are the best photos i've seen in a thread. the screen grabs are fantastic. Thanks

08-10-2011, 10:26 PM	#782
buck_wild Ten Point Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Corpus Christi Hunt In: Eagle Pass/Refugio Co / San Pat Co/ La Salle Co	Here's a question- How long will you milk this thread ???

03-14-2012, 10:22 PM	#785
Kingslayer Ten Point Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Braavos	Looking forward to seeing your African Mounts.... Still my Favorate Thread

03-19-2012, 10:57 PM	#786
Chootem Four Point Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: San Antonio Hunt In: Anywhere I can!	Just stumbled across this thread, best I have read. Congrats!!

03-19-2012, 11:47 PM	#787
BiggsWife Six Point Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Temple Hunt In: Bell, Milam, Maverick	Awesome story telling! I was on the edge of my seat the entire time! And your kudu is gorgeous!

03-20-2012, 02:54 PM	#788
STXBowhunter Eight Point Join Date: May 2011 Location: Corpus Christi, TX Hunt In: South Texas, Colorado, & Arizona	Glad this thread came back up! Congrats on all the trophies! Looked up Dries Visser Safaris and look forward to booking a hunt soon with a first class operation!

03-20-2012, 08:40 PM	#789
Mex. Bowhunter Ten Point Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: La Grange Tx. Hunt In: Tx. / Mexico	A hunt of 5 LifeTimes. Thank you so Much for Sharing. Priceless