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Bullets for African Plains Game

You’ve probably heard that African dangerous game can absorb five hits from an Abrams tank and keep on charging. You’ve probably heard that kudu, eland, wildebeest and even impala are so tough from evading lions and leopards they’ll soak up bullets that would floor a North American brown bear. Nonsense.

How to Prepare for an African Safari

Well, you’ve done it; you’ve taken the plunge and booked your African safari. Your passport is secured, flights are booked, and your rifle is sighted in and ready to rock. But what comes next?

5 Reasons to Book an African Plains Game Safari Now

Here are five reasons why you need to book an African plains game hunt now.

Have Gun, Will Hike for Food

A backpack hunt in northwestern Namibia affords the author and his party an up-close-and-personal view of life in the bush.

Top 5 Safari Cartridges

Let’s take a look at some of the best choices for a heavy rifle for African hunting.

Light Gear for the Dark Continent

Prepping for that African safari? Here's a look at the gear you'll need.

Conservation Force and Partners Sue Delta over "Big Five" Trophy Embargo

Conservation Force, the Dallas Safari Club and others filed suit last week against Delta Air Lines, Inc., demanding an end to Delta's embargo on the transport of "Big Five" hunting trophies from Africa.

Losing to Leopard

Not every trip ends with a trophy. That said, in order to lose against a leopard, Executive Editor Adam Heggenstaller had to hunt one. Read his story here.

Building a Leopard Blind

Pop-up blinds are for more than just turkey and deer hunting. However, as this video shows, the pre-made blind is only the beginning of a good setup.

The Final Chapter

A tale of two old men, and one fabulous rifle.

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