“Canned” or “Put-and-Take” Hunting
I’ve spent considerable time these last few few weeks capturing and relocating Buffalo and it got me thinking about the above topic… South Africa has had its fair share of negative publicity for some of the hunting practices followed by unscrupulous Operators. Unfortunately many of these practices take place under the “guise” of “sustainable use” […]
The Difference between Private Safaris and “Safaris”
CT Safaris has prided itself from day one on producing exclusive and private safaris but what does this mean and what is the difference between “safaris” and “private safaris”? Which one is better for you? “Low Points – M@#$% Safaris runs a rather high-volume operation, so there were generally quite a few other hunters in camp. For […]
“Little Warrior” – as published in Man Magnum Magazine
There’s an unwritten rule in the South African PH community as far as hunting dogs are concerned… You never, ever, buy a dog from anyone other than a proper breeder! The mere thought of buying one from a Pet Shop is in fact severely frowned upon… That’s right… if you want to get yourself a […]
“His and Hers” as published in Man Magnum Magazine
You’ve all seen it “His and Hers” coffee mugs, “His and Hers” towels, “His and Hers” dressing gowns, etc. etc… Well, my future wife and I didn’t really have any of the typical “his and hers” stuff although… While she wasn’t opposed to hunting per se, she was an animal lover who donated money to […]
Exciting new functionality
Having exhibited at many trade shows for many years, one question invariably comes up – especially from folks who are considering their first African hunt: “What will my African safari end up costing me?” Whilst it is fairly simple to provide a potential customer with a quote on his daily rates and trophy fees, we […]
Interview with African Hunting Gazette Magazine
As supporter of and advertiser in African Hunting Gazette Magazine for many years, I was recently interviewed to hear about what a safari with CT Safaris is all about and share some of my experiences with them… Q: When and where were you born? A: I was born in 1968 in the small farming community of Bedford […]
Expensive Blesbuck (an ode to Muddy)
There are challenges being a Game Rancher, and everything doesn’t always go according to plan… Here is an account of some recent events on Sabrisa Ranch… It all started at an African Wildlife Services’ game auction, when bids on three separate lots were closed on me.. . 4 X Zebra Mares 1 X 18″ Blesbuck […]
A typical day on Safari with Chris Troskie
You awake to the sound of a Cape Turtle dove outside… “work harder, work harder, work harder…” it calls. In the distance Guinea Fowl are cackling, and they are joined by Crested Francolin in a raucous chorus… Unfamiliar sounds they are, and you ask yourself: “Is this a dream?” It is still dark outside, so […]
2022 Hunting Season
Wow, it is good to be hunting again! With my season now at an end I thought I might share some pics and stories about this year’s hunts. Our first official hunt of the season was with long-time clients and friends – Cody and TJ from AB Canada. Cody and his brother hunted with us […]
Charging by the inch
A lot can be found about this topic on the internet and elsewhere. It can be a touchy subject for sure… The purpose of this post is not to convince anyone that there is a “right” or “wrong”. Neither is it to defend or justify some’s way of thinking or to attack or criticise others […]