A First-Timer Reminisces

Doug’s first African hunting safari was somewhat different from the vast majority—he hunted no big game, focusing entirely on birds. I was curious about his choice, knowing that at home in Alberta, Doug is an avid big-game hunter. So, given the diversity and abundance of available large game, it struck me as a little strange that he’d choose to hunt birds only.

“Since we lived in Ethiopia in the mid-90s, I’ve dreamed many times of returning to Africa, specifically to hunt for birds,” he said. “While I enjoy hunting big game, I more fully appreciate the day-to-day journey of pursuing birds. It’s been a romantic aspiration