Episode 558, What to Consider When Choosing an Outfitter for South Africa

The guys talk with South African outfitter Matwetwe Outfitters about what to consider when hunting in South Africa. They also talk with Dave Wilkins of Droptine Outdoor Adventures about some other hunting opportunities in other countries. Matwetwe Outfitters Trips to South Africa to hunt are at record levels Hendrik spends 5 weeks in Michigan doing shows to book hunts His connection to Michigan What does Matwetwe mean? What is the first step at going to South Africa to hunt? The Basic package hunt The value for the U.S. Dollar for the hunt 2.5 hours north of Johanesburg Family atmosphere Trips are all inclusive Hunting season around Mid March to Mid October Only one group at camp at a time Getting weapons shipped Fishing is available Victoria Falls Photo Safaris The Harold King Award Advice for finding cheap airfares Equipment used to hunt Caliber and type of ammo used Archery setups Cost of shipping animals home Length of time to get animals back to the states What animals are not allowed to be shipped to the states Conservation efforts and hunting in South Africa How rare animals are chosen for the hunt and how it impacts the conservation efforts How the animals that are hunted are used after the hunt Jobs created through hunting Droptine Outdoor Adventures Has trips to almost anywhere you can imagine Must plan in advance for lottery draw animals outwest Deposits for trips What are some of the biggest mistakes people make when going abroad No semiautomatic rifles in South Africa Favorite meal to serve a hunter in South Africa What is an acquired taste? Don't need any vaccinations where Hendrik is at Is Coronavirus affecting trips abroad? www.matwetwesafaris.com www.huntdroptineoutdoors.com