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Specialty Handgun Hunting
Africa 2023
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<blockquote data-quote="HunterMann" data-source="post: 2806834" data-attributes="member: 117098"><p>I have not seen the tick problem mentioned earlier, but will also recommend the Permethrin product (also available at Walmart). It works very well in my experience. We spray two coatings on out clothes before we go and then place them in large ziplock bags for the trip. They treatments works for a few weeks. As for clothing we always plan to dress in layers as can be quite cool in early and later in the day. Midday can be very warm depending in the wind. Hat, jacket, light vest, long sleave shirt, t-shirt, and pants get me through the day. I generally where dull colors (Khakis) mostly. Ask your PH about camo, as some areas don't like it. I favor heavier rip-stop cotton and nylon blends (mil-spec) as there are a lot of pokey and thorny plants over there. For instance, I wear zip off pants for when it gets hot, but never converted due to the thorns. It's similar to our southwestern cholla and mesquite, but worse in my opinion. Good socks and a decent pair of mid height hiking boots round out my outfit. </p><p></p><p>Be sure to take all you medications in quantities for 2X your trip. Keep any OTC stuff in the original bottles. You don't need to be explaining what that the pink or the yellow pills are. Check with your DR or local hospital for any recommended vaccines or meds for the area you will be visiting. Malaria and other things are less of a problem in during the African winter (our summer) but it is best to be prepared. Definitely bring a good anti-diarrhea product incase something you consume disagrees with you.</p><p></p><p>Renting or borrowing the guns in Africa will greatly simplify your travels.</p><p></p><p>If possible add an extra day or two to your trip to allow for travel issues. A little extra relaxation time won't hurt you.</p><p></p><p>Shop around as there are plenty of affordable African trips out there. Be sure to understand the game in the area and the trophy fees fore each. You may come across a great animal that is not on your list.</p><p></p><p>Pay attention to your PH and Host. They want you to be successful and happy.</p><p></p><p>Remember to have fun and have a great adventure.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="HunterMann, post: 2806834, member: 117098"] I have not seen the tick problem mentioned earlier, but will also recommend the Permethrin product (also available at Walmart). It works very well in my experience. We spray two coatings on out clothes before we go and then place them in large ziplock bags for the trip. They treatments works for a few weeks. As for clothing we always plan to dress in layers as can be quite cool in early and later in the day. Midday can be very warm depending in the wind. Hat, jacket, light vest, long sleave shirt, t-shirt, and pants get me through the day. I generally where dull colors (Khakis) mostly. Ask your PH about camo, as some areas don't like it. I favor heavier rip-stop cotton and nylon blends (mil-spec) as there are a lot of pokey and thorny plants over there. For instance, I wear zip off pants for when it gets hot, but never converted due to the thorns. It's similar to our southwestern cholla and mesquite, but worse in my opinion. Good socks and a decent pair of mid height hiking boots round out my outfit. Be sure to take all you medications in quantities for 2X your trip. Keep any OTC stuff in the original bottles. You don't need to be explaining what that the pink or the yellow pills are. Check with your DR or local hospital for any recommended vaccines or meds for the area you will be visiting. Malaria and other things are less of a problem in during the African winter (our summer) but it is best to be prepared. Definitely bring a good anti-diarrhea product incase something you consume disagrees with you. Renting or borrowing the guns in Africa will greatly simplify your travels. If possible add an extra day or two to your trip to allow for travel issues. A little extra relaxation time won't hurt you. Shop around as there are plenty of affordable African trips out there. Be sure to understand the game in the area and the trophy fees fore each. You may come across a great animal that is not on your list. Pay attention to your PH and Host. They want you to be successful and happy. Remember to have fun and have a great adventure. [/QUOTE]
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