Can't believe it! Seventeen posts and no one has given you the 24hr traditional "You Suck" so...You Suck!!
Congrats on taking your firs step into a terrible affliction.!!
Not personally familiar with Kowa's but I'm sure you'll have a great time. Their main area is south of Windhoek and the good news is that region of Namibia has gotten some fair amount of rain this year. Still under average and can't really say "the drought is over" but at least that area might have enough to make it through another year. Plus, you've still got the rainy season for the end of this year/early 2021 to look forward to.
Don't over pack. Don't spend money on a bunch of "fancy crapp" and new rifles, clothes and other kit. K.I.S.S (Keep It Stupid Simple). Save money on taxidermy by doing simple European mounts and tanned flat skin rugs and use the savings to take a few more species - blue wildebeest makes terrific rugs/couch covers. Gemsbok flat skins are not so good - the hair is very brittle and won't hold up at all. Zebra - if you're doing a flat skin/rug - if it's going to be a rug that sees even a little bit of foot traffic get the black felt backing. It will help it last MUCH longer. Might be a good idea to ask Kowa's to send you a copy of their taxidermist's price list so you can get your arms around the various costs of different styles of mounts/tanning.
Your fun is just beginning - enjoy the ride!
