Sporting Shooter

The unforgettable pursuit of a waterbuck

THE SUN was setting on yet another enchanting day in Limpopo, the heart of South Africa. My hunting safari had been a mix of excitement and wonder, but there was one elusive creature that had caught my attention — the waterbuck. I had never seen one before, but a waterbuck trophy in the dining room of our lodge had captivated my imagination.

MY professional hunter (PH), Kobus, had mentioned the possibility of an even bigger one hiding somewhere in the depths of the property, and my desire to find this majestic creature was ignited.

We set off on a Friday, the

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