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Golden Gnu D inaka Game Reserve is situated

Burchell Zebra, Mountain Zebra, Warthog,

1 Golden Gnu D inaka Game Reserve is situated in a picturesque valley Sable in the Waterberg Mountains, 230km (145 miles) north of Johannesburg, South Africa s largest city. Enjoy being the only group in our exclusive lodge, while hunting on this magniﬁcent 8000ha (20000 acre) privately owned Game Reserve. Dinaka s diverse habitat is home to 20+ species of antelope, Buffalo, Leopard, White Rhino, Giraffe, Hippopotamus, Burchell Zebra, Mountain Zebra, Warthog, Baboon, Bushpig, Small Predators, Game Birds and many more. Page 5 DINAKA GAME RESERVE BUSH TALK dinaka@global.co.za, P.O.Box 940 Modimolle (Nylstroom) 0510, South Africa Tel: +27 (14) , Fax:

Our 2009 hunting reservations were hugely affected by the diffi cult economic climate.

events of the couple of great trophy hunts we did this year.

! During times like this, competition on the supply side is never-ending and we appreciate that you selected

Even though the cutting of costs will enlarge our profi ts, we value your commitment too much to provide you with

We will always strive to give you great value for money, but even more importantly to allow you making the best

The low volume of hunt bookings for 2009 enables the trophy quality to restore itself.

sale of quality breeding material exceeded its peak during this year.

Tsessebe and then a superior Matetsi Sable bull.

These hunters play an important role as they clean the herds from genetically inferior males.

average local sports hunter, to hunt at Dinaka.

entertaining their superior business contacts.

competition? Conservation orientated hunting-take-off-limits of existing self sustained herds.

Superior family destination with a variety of activities. Lodge exclusivity only one party in camp at a time.

The majority of staff working at Dinaka has been here for generations, ensuring commitment to the well being of

You can therefore rely upon; True representation, Continuous quality trophies, Utilization of top notch equipment

2 Our 2009 hunting reservations were hugely affected by the diffi cult economic climate. We cannot excite you by writing about the bulk, but can certainly make you wish you were here by sharing the events of the couple of great trophy hunts we did this year. To those hunters who decided to revive their souls, by enjoying a great Dinaka hunt this year: Thank you!! During times like this, competition on the supply side is never-ending and we appreciate that you selected Dinaka! We will never cut on the quality you came to expect from Dinaka, merely to attract quantity. Even though the cutting of costs will enlarge our profi ts, we value your commitment too much to provide you with an average product. We will always strive to give you great value for money, but even more importantly to allow you making the best of your precious vacation time. The low volume of hunt bookings for 2009 enables the trophy quality to restore itself. At Dinaka Game Reserve we have different income generating activities and we were especially pleased that the sale of quality breeding material exceeded its peak during this year. We did especially well on the sale of rare animals, like Zambian Sable, disease free Buffalo, Golden Gnu, Tsessebe and then a superior Matetsi Sable bull. With more available time slots, we were able to accommodate more local hunters who participate in cull hunts. These hunters play an important role as they clean the herds from genetically inferior males. Being a high-end destination, it is Sable bull Kwanare; Black Impala often fi nancially diffi cult for the average local sports hunter, to hunt at Dinaka. Our local clientele therefore consist of families who will pay a premium for quality time, as well as companies entertaining their superior business contacts. FAQ s Frequently Asked Questions We have a special section on our website covering FAQ s to assist with the practical matters of planning a trip. However, when prospective clients do comparative shopping, they often ask: What differentiate you from your competition? Conservation orientated hunting-take-off-limits of existing self sustained herds. Unsurpassed game viewing variety and numbers from your bedroom window, on foot or vehicle. Superior family destination with a variety of activities. Lodge exclusivity only one party in camp at a time. Guests are personally attended to by the owners of the hunting outfi t, who are also the owners of the reserve. The majority of staff working at Dinaka has been here for generations, ensuring commitment to the well being of every client. You can therefore rely upon; True representation, Continuous quality trophies, Utilization of top notch equipment and vehicles, Access to immediate back up service and equipment, Energetic and highly skilled home based staff. At Dinaka, we are big enough to accommodate you, yet small enough to appreciate you! Mark and Dianna Metzger, who are our most frequent foreign visitors, went to Namibia prior to visiting us at Dinaka. We joined our friends for their last couple of days at Tambuti Wilderness where Jaco and Dinique also hunted a gemsbok each and some birds. At Dinaka, Mark participated in some behind the scenes work, like game capturing and culling. The opportunity to hunt a serval presented itself and after many years of looking for one, Mark fi nally has that rare cat for his magnifi cent trophy room. This was the fi rst serval hunted at Dinaka as their numbers increased satisfactory during the last 10 years. Thank you for always looking for ways to include us and Dinaka in your travel plans. Mark Metzger Serval Mark Metzer: Serval 2

The Horse Back Riding venture is also constantly growing and despite the decline in

We will once again donate a Dinaka Horseback Adventure, by Saddle Bag Safari s, to SCI

Experience Dinaka on Horse Back is an experience not to be missed by the avid equestrian.

do custom made trip where you can combine the hunting with horse riding.

and giraffe or galloping with wildebeest on well-loved and responsive horses, all this

This 5-night trip for four is all-inclusive of professionally guided riding activities,

and beverages. This will be an exclusive, custom-made trip.

Riding ability of the least experienced rider will determine the pace.

Additional riders of your own party, up to a total of four, can be accommodated at $2,050

about the possibility to hunt for a day or two.

After a few hours in the bush and some good stalks, Mike took a beauty of an impala.

Jeff showed the young guys how to do it when he took an old ram also.

3 The Horse Back Riding venture is also constantly growing and despite the decline in general tourism, this venture managed to hold its own. We will once again donate a Dinaka Horseback Adventure, by Saddle Bag Safari s, to SCI which will be auctioned at the convention in Reno. Experience Dinaka on Horse Back is an experience not to be missed by the avid equestrian. The standard trips are group based, but this donation will be your annual opportunity to do custom made trip where you can combine the hunting with horse riding. 5-night African horseback adventure for 4 people Enjoy the thrill of riding next to rhino and giraffe or galloping with wildebeest on well-loved and responsive horses, all this and more on the 20,000-acre Dinaka Game Reserve. This 5-night trip for four is all-inclusive of professionally guided riding activities, accommodations at the Dinaka Lodge in comfortable suites with a full, private bath, meals and beverages. This will be an exclusive, custom-made trip. Trip needs to be taken before April 2011, during available dates. Riding ability of the least experienced rider will determine the pace. Not included are transfers from/to Johannesburg airport. Additional riders of your own party, up to a total of four, can be accommodated at $2,050 per person. Hunting and other activities may also be added per donor s current price list. This donation is valued at $9000. Generally the riding holidays are booked as a group activity and therefore we cannot simultaneously do hunting. We were in the fortunate position to allow hunters of 2 of the riding groups to participate in hunting activities. Eric Troppmann, Jeff Harrison and Mike Huntt needed a break from the horses and enquired about the possibility to hunt for a day or two. While Eric and Jeff walked with Johannes, Mike and Johan set out in another direction. After a few hours in the bush and some good stalks, Mike took a beauty of an impala. Eric tested the tracking skills of Johannes, but ended with two great impala. Jeff showed the young guys how to do it when he took an old ram also. It was a wonderful, unplanned hunt and much was accomplished while having a lot of fun. Eric Troppmann: Impala Jeff Harrison: Impala Eric Troppmann Impala 22 Impala 22 Jeff Harrison Impala 21 Mike Huntt Impala Mike Huntt: Impala Cheryl Rowley was also on a photographic horseback safari when she heard about the previous group s hunting stories and it did not take a lot of encouragement to get her to the shooting range to familiarize herself with our rifl e. After practicing she went out and hunted a beautiful, cull impala. Cheryl Rowley Impala 19 2/8 Cheryl Rowley: Impala 3

4 Tom and Gloria Bastien were referred to us by Danny Nasca. They visited us for 10 days with friends Gary and Leanna Mendenhall. Tom s desire to hunt a leopard increased as various leopard baits and natural kills incurred during his hunt. Unfortunately we only had one leopard license, which was already assigned to the next hunter. Both Tom and Gary took some great trophies, while Gloria and Leanna enjoyed the leisure hours with game viewing and other relaxing activities. Leanna also joined Gary on some of the hunts. It is always great making new friends at Dinaka and we anxiously await your return. Tom Bastien Blesbok 17 5/8 Blue Wildebeest 29 Bushbuck 15 7/8 Bushpig 6 1/16 Eland 29 3/8 Impala 22 2/8 Kudu 44 2/8 Nyala 24 6/8 Red Hartebeest 21 6/8 Warthog /16 Warthog /16 Waterbuck 28 5/8 Burchell Zebra Mountain Zebra Tom Bastien: Blue Wildebeest Tom Bastien: Blesbuck Tom Bastien: Burchell Zebra Gary Mendenhall Blue Wildebeest 26 Gemsbok 35 4/8 Impala 22 4/8 Kudu 53 4/8 Red Hartebeest 22 3/8 Warthog 12 7/8 Tom Bastien: Bushbuck Tom Bastien: Warthog Tom Bastien: Mountain Zebra Tom Bastien: Waterbuck Just look back & look at all the comments, previous, and it sums it all up, to here. I cannot think of enough adjectives to describe what we had and opportunity to experience we are truly blessed & humble to have this opportunity to experience this in our life time. Thanks so much!!!! Johan, Nadien, Kids & Staff Tom & Gloria Bastien AZ, USA May 2009 Gary Mendanhall: Kudu Gary Mendenhall: Red Hartebeest 4

5 Old friends and clients Jim Holian and Chuck Hoffmann visited us for 14 days as Jim booked a leopard hunt. In all the years we never had as much leopard activity as we had during this past season. Johannes guided Jim on his leopard hunt and because of all the activity they selected a blind where a huge male would have most likely hit. All worked according to plan and Jim shot a magnifi cent 7 4 leopard on his fi rst evening out. This allowed Jim with ample hunting time to work on some hard to hunt trophies. Chuck had a short list of specifi c animals to hunt and successfully completed it. Jim and Chuck hunted some great trophies and as they had some spare time, opted to visit Kruger National Park for 4 nights. With some more time to kill, they hunted some birds. It was great to have you back. Chuck Hoffmann Bushpig 6 12/16 Eland 33 7/8 Gemsbok 36 3/8 Jackal Chuck Hoffman: Bushpig Rifles used: 270 Remington 7mm Jim Holian Bushbuck 15 Bushpig 5 10/16 Kudu 52 4/8 Leopard 15 2/16 Mountain Reedbuck 6 2/8 Sable 39 Honey Badger Chuck Hoffman: Eland Rifles used: 7mm Remington Dinaka s Shotgun o/u Browning Chuck Hoffman: Gemsbuck Since 1997 it became increasingly diffi cult to obtain a license to hunt a leopard in the Limpopo Province. All licenses are also allocated to a specifi c hunter and an outfi tter cannot utilize the license of an unsuccessful client towards another client. Prior to 1997 we booked leopard hunts on any number of days and our success rate was a mere 42%. Since 1997 we only book a leopard hunt for 14 days or longer and the success rate increased to 76%. Jim Holian: Leopard Thanks again for a great time with great friends. 2nd and 3rd time is still fascinating. The staff does an excellent job, thanks again Chuck Hofman and Jim Hollian WI and IL, USA August 2009 Jim Holian: Sable Jim Holian: Reedbuck Jim Holian: Kudu Jim Holian: Honey Badger 5

PROCEDURE FOR TEMPORARY IMPORTATION You will need all of the following documentation. SAPS 520 complete sections D, E1 - E25.4 and G, I and J in black ink.

Obtain this document from www.hunterssupport.com Invitation from outfitter (We will provide, but need all details like species interested in hunting and your preferred rifles to be used.

Road transport details - we will provide. Just provide the alternative details for the photo part of the trip.

Export documentation, for citizens of other countries than USA or UK. Firearm licenses, for citizens of other countries.

6 PROCEDURE FOR TEMPORARY IMPORTATION You will need all of the following documentation. SAPS 520 complete sections D, E1 - E25.4 and G, I and J in black ink. (page 6 must be signed twice, both at end of section I and again section J) Obtain this document from com Authorization for Hunters Support to act on your behalf. Obtain this document from Invitation from outfitter (We will provide, but need all details like species interested in hunting and your preferred rifles to be used.) Copy of Passport Notarized. Your passport must be valid 4 months after departure and have 2 free pages. Copy of Flight Itinerary as per your travel agent or a copy of your tickets. Road transport details - we will provide. Just provide the alternative details for the photo part of the trip. Proof of ownership US 4457 Notarized, for USA citizens - this is the most important document! Obtain this document by visiting your nearest Custom House with your firearms and passport. Export documentation, for citizens of other countries than USA or UK. Firearm licenses, for citizens of other countries. Should you choose to apply upon arrival, you will still need all the above documentation, except of course the Authorization form of Hunter s Support. Should you apply on site (not in advance) you should not sign section J of the SAPS 520 in advance, but only in front Gun Legislation You will need to comply with South African legislation in order to receive a temporary import license for your arms. We strongly recommend an advance application fire- and will assist you with the necessary. of the police officer at the firearm office at the JHB airport. Additional regulations: Firearms must bear the manufacturer s serial number or any other mark by which the firearm can be identified. The identification number must be stamped and the mark affixed in the prescribed manner on the barrel or the frame of the firearm. If marked the frame, barrel or action should be marked with the same serial number. The applicant must be 21 years or over. Please note that NO firearms will be held for safekeeping by the SAPS. If a client brings in a prohibited firearm, brings in more than what is allowed, or lacks the necessary documentation and his request for a temporary permit is denied, the involved firearms must be exported immediately by the client or voluntarily surrendered to the State. The following are not allowed for the temporary importation of firearms: (refer to and compare with www. professionalhunters.co.za) Any fully automatic weapon. Any semi-automatic rifle, semi-automatic shotgun or pump-action shotgun. (A semi-automatic shotgun or/and a pump-action shotgun may be allowed only if you apply, at least 30 days in advance before arrival, through the Central Firearms Register with motivational letters.) More that one rifle of the same caliber. More than 200 rounds of ammunition of a certain caliber. Handguns for self-defense. A Handgun specifically manufactured for hunting, may be licensed. However, this will require a 30-day advance application, accompanied by motivational letters, as well as a letter from the manufacturer. The above information can also be found on our website This should only be seen as a guideline. We did our best to summarize and convey the information as accurately as possible and although we undertake to update the Dinaka website as frequently as needed, we do not take responsibility for any information listed or unlisted in these documents. We will again exhibit at the following conventions in America and hope to see you at our booth: Dallas Safari Club at the Dallas Convention Centre from 7-10 January 2010, Booth # Safari Club International in Reno from January 2010, Booth #1274 & We have previously reported on the Heuningfontein Primary School (Grades 0 8) which is located on Dinaka. We had a fulltime battle with the government to keep this school open as they planned on centralizing all the small farm schools. This was a great idea on paper with promises of transport. However, from experience we know that transport promises does not realize or that they send vehicles which is in questionable state endangering the lives of the pupils. Not to mention inadequate classroom space and sanitation in the consolidated schools. Should transport not realize after the school moved it meant that kids will have to walk 15 miles to school (twice a day). The uncertainty resulted in many parents looking for alternatives and the numbers reduced from about 50 kids to currently 20. Most children are from neighbouring properties, but we still try and support a good primary education in a safe environment. Many of our clients got involved and provided the kids with story books, backpacks, fi lled pencil cases, shirts, shoes and also medical supplies and ceiling fans for classrooms. This year Tom and Sue Vaughn donated money which we utilized to buy each kid a tracksuit, which they wear as winter school clothes. These donated items are often the only new item of clothing for some of the kids which they receive in their lives. There is a worldwide need for support and we thank you for selecting this cause to make a difference in these kids lives. If any of you would like to make a contribution, be assured that every cent goes to the benefi t of the children and the school. 6

7 Lodge features 3 deluxe bedrooms emphasizing space and comfort, each with its separate bathroom. The above includes a wheelchair accessible bedroom. 2 standard en-suite bedrooms, totaling 5 bedrooms with 13 beds. All rooms have their individual porches allowing you to enjoy the spectacular view from both inside and outside your bedroom. A main hosting area comprising of: - a bar area and work station for that ever important picture printing and CD writing. - a separate dining area with its own fi replace and lounge. - an enclosed television-room to provide additional entertainment for families with younger kids. Hunters can now watch their video footage at the end of the day and even catch up on world news. - a self help 24 hour coffee and snack bar including the refreshment fridge. - the patio of patio s providing an exquisite view over miles of the Waterberg and Little Sandriver valley. A heated (on request) splash pool. A kitchen, providing hearty game meals complimented by seasonal fruits and vegetables, daily home made breads and mouth watering desserts. 7

8 Let us spoil you with delicious home cooked food, fi ne South African wines and unsurpassed hospitality DINAKA GAME RESERVE Freshly prepared game dishes are the centre piece of most of our meals, complimented by a daily variety of fresh fruit and vegetables 8

Dinaka Game Reserve is situated in a picturesque valley in the Waterberg

Dinaka Game Reserve is situated in a picturesque valley in the Waterberg Mountains, 230km (145 miles) north of Johannesburg, South Africa s largest city. Enjoy being the only group in our exclusive lodge,