I'm back
Hunters Support/Air 2000 was worth every penny. They met us at the J'burg Int'l airport and walked us through every step of the way. We had our guns checked and registered but this was a smooth transaction. Our "guide" knew every step and assisted us with each movement. No problems at any station. We were delayed 5 hours in arriving due to having to refuel on Costa del Sol Island instead of Dakar, so we missed our flight down to P.E. They took care of the details and had us on the next flight which was only a short layover. They stayed with us until we departed. Upon our return to J'burg, we were once again greeted by a representative of H.S. He assisted us with gun departure and all went smooth. Key element was: Have your ducks in a row! Gun permits should be ready, along with your passport and airline tickets. My hunting partner forgot to take his permit out of his pants one night and they were washed the next day. Fortunately for him the serial numbers were still legible or he would have been in trouble. Thanks again to our HS rep; he helped us get through a sticky moment....TWICE! These folks are A-OK to us and we are going to use them again next year when we return. I wouldn't be without them. Even though I've been through the procedures once, I trust them to make it a smooth ride again. As mentioned before, their fee is very reasonable; almost cheap! Our 10 hunt in RSA was outstanding. I took 16 animals and my bud took 12. It is my understanding that all of them will score in SCI and some Roland Ward. I don't know, and don't care. I had a fabulous time and can't wait to return. Our PH's (Bowker Safari Co.) were unbelievable hosts and superb Professionals. We hunted with Denham and Meyrick Bowker. Both could field judge game with outstanding accuracy. Advising us on "shoot" "don't shoot" within seconds in some cases. I'll post my hunt later and hopefully post some of the great pictures they took for us. Good hunting, grayghost
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