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What
a kudu!
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Following
the herd means sharing the grass
- (Anon)
Hunting
big game in Africa is now one step closer to becoming
a
reality for the enthusiastic hunter. Whether
it is for rifle hunting or bow hunting, dangerous game
hunting or a photographic safari, you can expect a one-stop
service. Hunting is conducted on the basis of fair chase.
Dangerous game hunting is, in some cases, subject to
the issuing of the appropriate CITES permits.
Field
preparation of trophies and delivery of the trophies
to a taxidermist in South Africa are part of the services
on offer. Should you decide to have your trophies mounted
in your country, the local South African taxidermist
will assist you in getting your trophies to your country
of origin.
Photographic safaris are conducted on a tailor
made basis taking into consideration time constraints
and flexibility of your program. Photographic safaris
can also be conducted on foot in certain game preserves.
It is also possible for a spouse and children to accompany
the hunter on any of the hunts, excluding when stalking
dangerous game. Families are encouraged to accompany
the hunter on photographic safaris.
Attention
to your every need is part of our service commitment.
Hunting in Africa is
a member of a variety of hunting organizations subscribing
to strict codes of conduct and ethical values. We are
firm believers of sustainable utilization for the survival
of wildlife in Africa. Therefore we will not allow the
over-utilization of South Africa's warthog population.
Having said that and within reason, you may harvest
a second, larger specimen of the same specie on the
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Pieter
Kriel
During
the mid-1960’s, Pieter’s father took up a position as
Human Resource Manager in Salisbury (now Harare) in
the then Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe). Growing up hunting,
Pieter’s father taught him the basics of hunting and
conservation, but more importantly, that they can co-exist
if managed on sound principles.
By the late 1970’s the security situation in Rhodesia
became of major concern and the family immigrated back
to South Africa.
During these early formative years, Pieter developed
a deep love for, and respect of nature and sustainable
hunting. This is the foundation on which Pieter still
bases his hunting.
After school Pieter spent a year in New Zealand as a
Rotary Exchange Student. Upon return it was into the
then mandatory two-year military service of the South
African Defense Force.
While employed by the National Cultural History Museum,
he attended night school and obtained a degree in Anthropology.
It was during this time that Pieter came into contact
with tourism and saw an opportunity where hunting and
tourism could be combined. This made him decide to enter
the hunting profession on a full-time basis. Pieter
is one of a few Professional Hunters that is also a
qualified and practicing photographic guide conducting
photographic safaris to the Kruger National Park and
other areas during both the on- and off-season.
After
gaining the required experience he obtained his license
to hunt the Big 5. Ever since then he has guided numerous
hunters successfully in their desire to obtain a dangerous
game trophy. Pieter has been hunting professionally
for 10 years.

Above:
Frans Loots on the left
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John
Weavind
Being
raised to believe in hard work, Johns’ life motto is:
“If you’re going to do something, be prepared to do
it well or don’t do it at all”. Believing in what he
says he obtained a marketing degree from the largest
distance education college in the country. At the same
time he ran his own enterprise and did part time guiding
of hunters for pocket money.
Having gained valuable business experience through the
sales and Marketing Fields, John has now taken up the
challenge of concentrating full-time on Professional
Hunting and guiding
Apart from great experiences hunting dangerous game,
John has also successfully guided many hunters onto
numerous plains game animals. His love for and devotion
to bird hunting has seen him become a highly experienced
rough bird shooter over Pointers. He regularly takes
part in Pointer Field Trial tests and is an accomplished
Judge in those hunting competitions.
His capabilities as a Professional Hunter are illustrated
by the quality of trophies taken. The broad smiles of
the hunters that accompany him are a testament to his
outgoing personality and his ability to enjoy the hunt
to its fullest.
One of John’s best traits is that he leaves nothing
to chance. No stone is left unturned and he is well
known for walking the extra mile to fulfill trophy expectations.
John’s knowledge of the bush, animal habits and tracking
ability are unsurpassed. Hunting with John will not
only enhance your hunting experience, but will increase
the chances of any hunter harvesting the required animals.
Frans
grew up in the small town of Pongola in the far northern
parts of the Kwa-Zulu Natal Province where he started
hunting since the age of 12. Natal is home to the legendary
king of the Zulu people, King Chaka Zulu, and boasts
a large coastline on the Indian Ocean.
Frans'
passion for nature led him to enroll at a Pretoria College
for three years where he majored in Game Ranch Management.
Upon obtaining his qualification, he was employed on
a game ranch where he was introduced to the professional
hunting industry, gaining valuable experience. Wanting
to learn more, he tried his hand at taxidermy. However,
his increasing desire to become a Professional Hunter
spurred him to obtain his Professional Hunters' license.
Ever since then he started living his dream, hunting
all types of game with hunters from all over the world.
It
is Frans' obsession to find good trophies for everybody
he hunts with. His services are highly recommended to
any prospective hunter. His
absolute dedication is admirable.
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