Round The Fire With Kingsview Safaris

If you are a hunting Outfitter that operates not only in South Africa, but anywhere in Africa, then you will agree with this statement. "There is always someone out their looking to take their slice of your cake"   In this episode, I talk about some of my experiences with agents, reps, wanna be agents and some just down right sneaky dirty lying agents.   If you want to hear more of these stories, then reach out to me or leave your request as a comment on Spotify or a rating on Apple Podcasts.   Enjoy!

My guest on the latest episode is Devin from Kansas City and we had a great chat, covering all sorts of topics from how he chose his outfitter, bringing over your own rifle, the importance of not sticking to a list, trusting yourself to pull of a quick 'hail Mary' shot, plus Devin gave some fantastic advice for those planning their first trip to Africa.   If you are enjoying these episodes and getting some value out of them, then do me a massive favour and take a few seconds to leave a review and rating on Apple podcasts and Spotify. Thanks!   Get in touch with Devin or follow along on his hunting journeys on his instagram: @celebratory_gunfire  

Easily one of the more frequent questions I was asked when booking hunts for clients, was "Can I bring my spouse and what will they do?" It is a fair question and while I would list off numerous non-hunting activities they could do, I knew deep down that 95% of the time the significant other would tag along on the hunts and have the time of their life.   In this episode we get to dive in a little deeper to this scenario as I am joined by Stuart and Kayla from Missouri, who recently returned from a hunting trip to South Africa. Now while Kayla didn't hunt on this trip...she did admit that she wouldn't be missing out on the chance to pull the trigger on their next safari.   Enjoy and please remember to rate and review this podcast.

Trevor Oertel is a man that we as hunters should be throwing our full support behind and sharing his messages far and wide. I have been following Trevor for a good few years now and I have always enjoyed reading his articles, opinion pieces and his push back against the misinformation, lies and false accusations that are published against hunters in main stream media.   I had a good chat with Trevor as he shared in his insights into the research his does for his articles, the support people like him and many others need from the greater hunting community and most importantly that we as outdoorsman no longer need to roll over and take the BS that animal-rights slacktivists publish about hunting, it's time to push back. SUPPORT HIM, FOLLOW HIM & SHARE HIS ARTICLES Links to Trevors articles articles below: 1. Ten Years After Cecil. The Lion, the Lies, and the Exploitation of Wildlife and the Public 2. The Exploitation of “Blondie” to Ignite Another Global Misinformation Campaign Against African Conservation. 3. Conservation and Conspiracies

In this episode I am joined by longtime hunter Herb Atkinson as he recounts the beauty and intensity of hunting in Africa over many years. Herb shares life-changing moments: leopard and buffalo on foot, charging lions, elephant hunts, and the importance of forming a good bond with your PH. He also reflects on conservation, the people he met, and the deep rewards beyond the shot. Listen for vivid stories, practical hunting insight, and a heartfelt tribute to Africa’s landscapes, wildlife, and communities.   Hope you enjoy and please remember to leave a review and rating.

This episode will simply be a reading from a post made on facebook about the tragic loss of a fellow hunter, that was tragically killed while on safari in South Africa and how the misguided mob that is the anti-hunters responded in the most sickening of ways.

Ok folks, the time has come to finally put this debate to bed. Hunting behind high fences, is it right or wrong? Does it have a place in the hunting industry? Should we feel bad about hunting high fence ranches or should we be promoting more free range properties?  Well, it's about time I throw my 2 cents into the mix and I have a couple of points to make that will have you second guessing the next time someone mentions "ethics" and "high fences" in the same sentence. So...Let's Go!   Hope you enjoy!

this episode dives into the often-overlooked but essential topic of Hunting Safari Etiquette. Discover the unwritten rules and cultural nuances that truly enhance an African hunting adventure. From respecting local traditions and PH expertise to understanding the unique social dynamics of the bush, this discussion offers light-hearted yet practical advice to help international hunters prepare for an authentic and respectful experience. Tune in to learn how to navigate new customs and make the most of your safari, South African style!

This episode delivers a wild and humorous dive into why the baboon is the African bushveld's ultimate communist. We'll explore their chaotic social structures and how their "Great Leap Forward" foraging habits devastate bird populations and crucial plant life, alongside causing millions in damage to industries like timber and agriculture. We'll also expose their cunning "victim" PR campaigns—including those well-meaning "save the baboon" initiatives—even as their bold incursions into human areas lead to property damage and dangerous attacks. Natural predators simply can't control their soaring numbers, making human intervention a critical part of restoring balance.   Enjoy the episode, and remember to Rate & Review!   Cheers  

Cory is deep into the final phases of planning his first trip to Africa. He reached out to me with a couple questions on Africa and specifically how to judge the trophy quality of certain animals. I offered for him to jump onto the pod and we could discuss his trip in detail and that I would be happy to answer any questions he had about hunting in South Africa. Long story short.....he is that Q & A session. Hope you enjoy!   Please remember to leave a rating and review of the podcast, it helps a ton and pushes the pod up the rankings.   Jono

The Okavango Delta of Northern Botswana is an absolute wildlife mecca and without a doubt one of the most naturally wild places on Earth. Elephants, buffalo, lion, leopard, hippo, crocs, cheetah, kudu, lechwe, giraffe, the Okavango has it all.   Dr Christiaan Winterbach has spent well over 25 years of his life researching the lions of this wonderful area, from gathering data to determining population sizes, territories, habits and more. I had a great conversation with Christiaan and learning more about these large beasts in the massive wildlife area.   Enjoy!   Rate & Review....Thanks

Here is a remarkable story of focusing on your dreams, being willing to roll up your sleeves, put in the hard work and let nothing get in your way until you are literally in Africa, standing over a Kudu bull you just hunted.   I had the pleasure of chatting with Chance Eubanks, who got to live out his dream of hunting in Africa by doing exactly that, getting to work, saving his money and earning it.   I know you will enjoy this episode!   Cheers

Stephen Palos is the CEO of the Confederation of Hunting Associations of South Africa (CHASA) and the Vice-Chair of the Sustainable Use Coalition of Southern Africa (SuCo), this man is literally on the front lines defending hunters freedom to hunt and protecting the outdoorsman and the industry as a whole from unfair legislation and regulations that are designed to put an end to hunting.   Stephen and I talk about both the organisations he works in, their roles, how they defend hunter's freedoms, working with other associations and the support needed from not only the local hunters but those international outdoorsman that have a keen interest in hunting in Africa.   Enjoy!   Please Rate & Review....Thanks! 

Well, I have had enough and I cannot contain it anymore... it's time to brag about my home province!   The Eastern Cape of South Africa is without a doubt a hunter's dream playground, it's a wildlife mecca. But there is more to this beautiful province than just the hunting opportunities, it is (in my opinion) the most diverse and varied province in all of South Africa.   For those of you considering a hunting trip to the Eastern Cape, this episode is for you as I highlight the charms and beautiful assets of this magical part of South Africa.   Enjoy!   RATE & REVIEW.....Thanks!

The breeding of animals, the crossing of DNA, the choosing of certain characteristics and tinkering with specific traits, is a complex task. It's like trying to make the perfect meal, while following an extremely difficult recipe. A little too much of this, means you have to take away some of this, and not getting the right balance between all the ingredients could ruin the whole meal.   In this episode, I talk about these complexities, my background and all be it very limited knowledge in the breeding of animals, as well as my concerns with how the intensive game breeding operations within South Africa, may be doing more harm to a species than good!   I hope you enjoy this episode, if you did then please take a few minutes to rate and review the podcast.   Cheers