either or, Doesn't matter. If You have a butcher in mind talk with them and ask which one they want. I self butcher all My game to save money and plus I know what meat I'm getting.

Last year we had some real problems with poachers. We had a lot of oil field workers on our place and had 3 of our cameras raided at the feeders and the chips were removed and broken and dropped on the ground. also found a number of places where deer were gutted at our feeders. Land owner said he would look into it, but nothing ever happened.

Buck PakLite Skinner

http://www.buckknives.com/index.cfm?event=product.detail&productID=3769

I own the Buck OakLite Skinner and carry it for daily use.  It was purchased from Academy for $19.95 plus sales tax during last deer hunting season.  It's 420 Rockwell hardness, hollow ground and holds an edge fairly well.  I use a Smith's 6" diamond sharpener to sharpen it and can shave with it after sharpening.  I find the rounded tip is excellent for skinning.  Buck also has the longer blade version just below.

Buck PakLite Skinner Large

http://www.buckknives.com/index.cfm?event=product.detail&productID=3952

The web site below sells most name brand knives at a discounted price and usually prepays shipping.  I've purchased rrom them and received excellent service.

http://nagornysknives.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_58&products_id=1585

The cart will work, but it is something else to carry with you. Another way of taking a deer out, is to get a piece of very heavy canvas. Best place to find it would probably be a military surplus store. Cut it about 2' by 6'. Sew a strong grommet at each corner. Fold it as small as possible and place it in your pack. When you shoot a deer,tag it and field dress it. Then tie the deer on top of the canvas with the head forward. Use a short length of rope tied to the two front grommets and the head to pull it. You want to have the front slightly off of the ground so that it will slide over obstacles easier. Sounds harder than it is. I have used this successfully when I was hunting in areas without vehicular access.

Thank you for the advice. The big question is what do you do if the field dressing goes bad on a hog? I have been watching videos on youtube but some tips would help out a lot.

Thank you

chris

I went out Friday night with a group for my first Thermal hog hunt.   [url=http://www.doubledrophunts.com]Double Drop Hunts[/url]  http://www.doubledrophunts.com I have hunted before with night vision and been fairly successful if hogs were around to shoot at. But this night we were very lucky. We watched from a fence line downwind from a field and a large Oak tree where bait had been put out. At the time I was not feeling overly optimistic because it seemed too open a field. But after waiting for 40 minutes one of the guys whispers that he sees movement. And one after another hogs start coming into the field. There had to be at least 60 70 hogs. We were instructed to shoot on the count of 3. All the guns were suppressed and some had Thermal and others had night vision.
In Short order we had 9 hogs down. This was a rush and I really enjoyed the hunt.

My Favorite "The crew told Jennings that at one point they had considered abandoning the boat to the shark"

Some of the donations for raffle and auction~

Lincoln Ranch~2 person/2day whitetail hunt with lodging Thanks, Karl!

Rhino Outdoor Adventures~Trophy Aoudad/Hog Hunt in Leaky, TX; 1 hunter/2 days hunting for 1 trophy aoudad and 2 hogs. Includes food and lodging at Haecker Safari Ranch Thanks, Rhino!

Flatrock Outfitters~Mature mule deer hunt and whitetail doe bowhunt with lodging, Rankin, TX Thanks, Dean!

Big Oak Bowhunting~Bowhunt for exotic buck (axis, fallow, sika) or non-trophy red deer with lodging Thanks, Buff and Lisa!

Campfornis~Type of Donation/Hunt: Bow hunting safari-2 impala, 1 warthog ,1 duiker and 1 baboon

Value of Donation: $4150

Number of days: 9 days total,7 days hunting, 2 days traveling

Donation includes: 
Accommodation, including full board
Wine, beer and soft drinks
Laundry
Full-time service of a Professional Hunter
Staff, trackers and skinners
Field preparation of trophies
All transport within the hunting areas
Pick up and drop off at International Airport

Not included: 
Any other animals shot on the safari
International and domestic flights
Travelling days
Dipping, packing, taxidermy and shipping
Air charters and accommodation before and after the safari
Tips for staff, telephone calls and curios

African Arrow Safaris - the archers paradise. With this family run outfit you will experience true African Bowhunting in the Limpopo Bushveld one of the most pristine areas in South Africa. More than a 100 000acres to hunt on.

10 Day Hunt for three hunters 

Hunt includes:

• 3 Impala

• 3 Warthogs

• 3 Duiker/Steenbuck

• Daily fees 

• All accommodation, meals, drinks, laundry 

• All field preparation for trophy animals

• Fully guided by professional hunters

• Each hunter will shoot one of the different specie as listed in the donation. Therefore this package needs 3 clients on this hunt. 

• Value $16 125

Not included in Donation:

• Transport from Johannesburg Airport to African Arrow Safaris return($600 per group)

• Additional hunter can join the group at $350 per day and Non-Hunters are welcome at $200. Dates for this hunt 2011 and 2012April through September.

• Aditional animals can be added to this package and visit the website for our prices.


Contact information:
Outfitter: Harry Nel
Cell: +27836614279
Tel: +27147633856
hunting@africanarrowsafaris.com
www.africanarrowsafaris.com
P.O.Box 465
Lephalale
0555
South-Africa


Great Divide Outfitters~7 day Drop Camp Archery Elk Hunt, Bayfield, Colorado 

Full setup camp with everything furnished.Hunter has to provide food,license that are purchased otc and is $544.,sleeping bag and personal gear.Outfitter checks on camp and packs game out,this is a non guided drop camp,horseback in from our private property. Outfitter would like for whoever purchases hunt to bring one or more hunters with them and this cost is 1500. per person. Please contact outfitter the week after hunt is purchased.

Thanks, Dan!

Lenyati Safaris~

The donation hunt follows

1 x Warthog
1 x Impala
1x Duiker
1 x Bluewildebeest
1 x Guinea Fowl
7 x nights all inclusive

Thanks, Danie!

Choronga Safaris~ 

Experience abundant wildlife while bow hunting with one of Africa’s premier bow hunting operations: 

Choronga Safaris. This 10-day 2x1 guided safari for one hunter and one observer will take place in the renowned Limpopo Province with $3,000 dollars of trophy fees included for the hunter. Schedule hunt with outfitter for open dates between March – October 2012. Method of take is bow. Included are accommodations, meals, 2x1 guide service, $3,000 in trophy fees, airport transfers, VAT on daily fees and field prep of your trophies. Additional hunters cost $295/day; observers $175/day. Not included are any before/after hunt expenses, all taxidermy work, dipping, packaging/shipping and gratuities. Additional days/trophies can be added as per the 2011 archery price list. Arrival/departure point is Johannesburg. 

Choronga Safaris is a professional BOW HUNTING outfit that specializes in bow hunting safaris. Most of the hunting is done from blinds strategically situated around natural watering holes giving archers of all skill levels and age tremendous opportunities at the abundance of game located on their bow hunting only concessions. 

Average shots are under 20 yards and over 98% of all trophies taken by Choronga Safaris have qualified for SCI bow hunting record book. A testament to their success is that over ¾ of their clients have returned, or are returning, for second and third safaris with Choronga Safaris – This is the ultimate compliment for an outfitter.

BREAKDOWN OF DONATION

1. 1 Hunter for 10 hunting days = $ 2,950
2. 1 Non-Hunters for 10 days = $ 1,750
3. $3,000 in trophy fees for the hunter = $ 3,000
4. VAT (Taxes) = $ 724
5. Pickup and Drop-off at OR Tambo Int’l Airport $ 470

THE TOTAL VALUE OF THE DONATION IS $ 8,894 USD

Donation Includes:
Professional Hunter, Staff, and Use of Hunting Vehicle(s)
Field Prep of trophies and delivery to Safari Taxidermy
All meals and beverages – including alcohol in moderation
All permits and licenses for the above mentioned hunt

Donation Excludes:
International Flights
Packing, Dipping, and Shipping of Trophies
Any extra hunting days outside the contracted period, side trips, accommodation outside of donation.
Gratuities
All taxidermy work

FOR ANY QUESTIONS/COMMENTS PLEASE CONTACT EVAN SLOAN AT 
BOWSAFARI@GMAIL.COM OR PHONE AT THE NUMBER BELOW
Website: www.chorongasafaris.com
TEL: 011-27-82-479-7006 FAX: 011-27-86-664-6341

Thanks, Mr. Sloan!!



AEI Guide and Outfitters: 

Type of Donation/ Hunt: 1x2 Guided Archery Elk Either Sex

Value of Donation: $3200.00

Number of days: 8 days

Donation includes: Guide, transportation to and from hunting area, all meals, lodging and animal pack-out.

Not included: Cost of elk tag, transportation to the facility, non-hunter ($700.00) game processing 

Contact Information

Donor Name: Robert Borhofen
Ranch Name: AEI Guide & Outfitter
Website: www.aeihunting.com
Contact Name: Robert Borhofen
Contact Numbers: 1-800-595-2945, 970-641-4708, 936-581-2299
Email Address: info@aeihunting.com

Thanks, Bob!

Bounty Hunter Traditional Arrows: A dozen carbon arrows (winner's choice up to $100 shaft cost) with cap dip, cresting and fletching of choice. $250 - $300 in value. Thank, Derek!

There is one born every day ----- and they breed.