I told my PH that the two animals that I was the most interested in are Kudu and Cape Buffalo. They really mean Africa to me. About a mile from camp on the way in we spotted a big Kudu bull,and I asked if we could hunt him.
We spent several hours looking for him but never laid eyes on him again. This country is Bushveld and visibility is less than 50 yards in most places. And the size of these thickets are vast. Also the animals are pretty spooky and if they see you or smell you they head for cover and are gone quickly.
At sundown on the first day, we did see a good Blesbuck. I was able to stalk him and take him off sticks at a little over 100 yards.
It was an unexpected emotional experience taking my first African animal. I was hooked on Africa forever.
Last edited by ruraldoc; 09/28/23.
