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Namibian Plains Game Adventure
Namibian Plains Game Adventure, DVD is an exciting action packed hunting adventure movie. By watching this video you will learn what you need to know before you go on your own African Safari. You will come along for the hunt as you see interesting landscapes, unusual fauna and flora and wild African game. You will Travel to the Namibian savannah highlands for the first part of the hunt then off to the ancient Damarie tribal lands of the amazing rock desert as world hunters Jerry Gillman and Kris Johnson harvest 7 Safari Club International record book kills. Learn how to score big Kudu, see never before seen footage of amazing 572 and 623 yard impact shots on wild African game. See a typical African Safari spike camp and know what you’re in for. Be apart of ten suspense building stalks pitting skills and experience against the challenges of the African plains. Over one hour of professionally narrated heart pumping action set to authentic South African theme music performed by Skipper Shabalala and Khumbula. Guaranteed to be one of the best hunting movies you have ever seen.
Namibia
Land of unusual and unique fauna and flora: There are many interesting and unique forms of plant life that you will see in the movie, "Namibian Plains Game Adventure". This exciting Big Game Adventure DVD will not only help you prepare for your African Safari but will entertain you with wonderful footage of a truly unique and unusual land seen by few. Here are a few of the most unusual:
Welwitchia
"Welwitschia Mirabilis" the most famous Namibian plant and one of the oldest plant forms in existence. It is in fact a coniferous dwarf tree that is related to the pine tree. It appears as though the Welwitschia has many intertwined leaves, but in reality there are only two leaves which continue to grow throughout its lifespan. As time passes, these two leaves are torn into thinner shreds.The age of the plants is difficult to assess, but it is believed that they are very long-lived, possibly living 1000 years or more. Some individuals may be more than 2000 years old. The plant is thought to absorb water through peculiar structures on its leaves, harvesting moisture from the dew that comes into the desert every night. Named after Dr. Friedrich Welwitsch who discovered it in 1860, it is generally considered to be one of the oddest plants in existence. Although considered endangered due to its very slow growth and the fact that older plants are desired by collectors, a fair number of plants exist in the wild. African Bushmen would call it N’tumbo (stump), the Afrikaans name is tweeblaarkamiedood (two-leaves-cannot-die), the English common name is tree tumbo.
Baobab tree
Baobab trees are another of Namibia's unique treasures. They look like a tree pulled from the ground and planted upside down. Many know the Baobab as the Doctor Seuss tree as he pictured the tree regularly in many of his children's story books. The baobab is one of the longest-lived trees in the world. The French Botanist Adanson contended that some specimens of the baobab were as much as 5,000 years old. In Senegal (West Africa), it is reputed to live to an age of 5,000 years. A tree with circumference of 30 m could be more than 4,000 years old. Alexander von Humbolt called the baobab, “the oldest organic monument of our planet”. It is truly a wonder of nature. They grow in the sparsely vegetated Namib Desert near Swakopmund along the coast of Namibia and in the high Namibian bush country. Although the tropical African tree does not reach great heights, it has a massive trunk. Its branches grow laterally and are often as thick as the trunks of large trees.The baobab's massive trunks can get from 30 to 60 feet in diameter enabling them to hold enormous amounts of water. The tree's diminished surface area and great bulk allow it to conserve water in its always arid environment. The baobab is a favorite among elephants in Africa; they eat the leaves, fruits, twigs, trunk, etc. Elephants also pierce the bark with their tusks during drought to tap the water the tree holds inside. The Adansonin in the bark is the active principle for treatment of malaria.
Lichens are plants that may even be older than Welwitschia mirabilis. They occur in great numbers in the fog zone along the coast and are also extremely sensitive to damage. There are several hundred species of lichen and some species are believed to live for thousands of years. Lichens are able to use moisture from humid air as well as from fog. The color and form of lichens may vary considerably, as a short period of observation will verify. Some are crustose, lying flat upon rocks or on the rocky soil. Others are foliose, with aerial parts standing up off the soil surface. They may range in color from orange, grey, green, brown, or black, always appearing cleaner and brighter under the influence of fog.
Namibian High Thorn Bush Country
Namibia is known for its contrasting landscapes. The first five days of the "Namibian Plains Game Adventure" DVD, was filmed two hours North of Windhoek, in the highlands where woody trees and shrubs share dominance with perennial grasses.This area has breathtaking landscapes, rugged mountains, rocky outcrops, sand filled valleys and endless plains of beautiful and unique scenery. This area is filled with quality game to make it a big game hunting paradise for African Plains Game..
Damaraland- Rock Desert- Palm wag
The last five days of our Namibian Plains Game hunting adventure were filmed in Damaraland, located about twenty miles outside Palm wag lodge. Damaraland is one of the most scenic areas in Namibia, where prehistoric water courses with open plains and grassland, massive granite koppies and distant mountains create this wonderful landscape. Upon arrival one feels as if they have landed on Mars with the prominent red rock fields know as the rock desert. This area is located just outside the Skeleton Coast of Namibia and offers unique and interesting scenery for our big game hunting adventure. Game species include desert elephant, lion, gemsbok, black rhino, ostrich and springbok.
Rare Hartmann's Mountain Zebra, harvested from the Rock Desert of Namibia
Mountain Zebra- Hartmann's Zebra Namibia: General Characteristics
Body Length: 220 cm / 7.3 ft.
Shoulder Height: 118-132 cm / 4-4.3 ft.
Tail Length: 50 cm / 20 in.
Weight: 260-370 kg / 572-814 lb.The name mountain zebra is very appropriate - these animals are excellent rock climbers and are much more sure-footed on steep or rugged surfaces than their plains relatives. A distinct hierarchy is maintained within a breeding band, with the dominant adult stallion responsible for defending the herd. Breeding groups use a home range which varies from 3.1-20 square kilometers in area. These home ranges overlap among groups, with no evidence of territoriality. Adult stallions may become aggressive if two bands meet, although these may also join temporarily into a larger group, rarely exceeding 30 animals in size. Vocalizations consist of a high-pitched alarm call, and a squeal indicating submission. Hartmann's zebras have broad black stripes on an off-white body. The stripes extend down the legs to narrow hooves, but do not meet on the belly. These animals stand from 118 to 132 centimeters (46-52 in.) high. This subspecies seeks shade and rests during the hottest parts of the day and has been demonstrated to orient its body with respect to the sun. At midday zebras present the least amount and lightest parts of their bodies to the direct rays of the sun, there by decreasing potential heat load. The vocalizations of the Hartmann's zebra are similar to the neigh of a horse.
Kalahari Springbok
The Springbok (Afrikaans: spring = jump; bok = antelope, deer, or goat) (Antidorcas marsupialis) is a small brown and white gazelle that stands about 75 cm high. The males can weigh up to 50 kg and the females up to 37 kg. The Latin name marsupialis derives from a pocket-like skin flap which extends along the middle of the back on to the tail. The springbok can lift this flap, which makes the white hairs underneath stand up in a conspicuous 'fan'.
Springboks inhabit the dry inland areas of south and southwestern Africa. Springbok range includes south and southwestern Africa, mainly in the countries of Namibia, Botswana, Angola and the Republic of South Africa. They typically have a light, elegant figure, are slender, have graceful limbs, small cloven hoofs and a short tail. Antelopes have powerful hindquarters and, when startled, run with a peculiar bounding stride that makes them look as though they are bouncing over the terrain like a giant rabbit. Some species of antelope can reach speeds of 60 miles (100 kilometers) per hour, making them among the fastest of land animals.
Kalahari Gemsbok
The gemsbok or gemsbuck (Oryx gazella) is a large African antelope, of the Oryx genus. Gemsbok live in herds of about 10-40 animals, which consist of a dominant male, a few non-dominant males, and females.They often live in association with zebras, gazelles, or other antelope. The female's horns may be curved, but the male's are thicker and parallel. Male gemsbok have been known to gore attacking lions with their horns. Gemsbok are mainly desert-dwelling and do not depend on drinking to supply their physiological water needs.Gemsbok measure 115 to 125 cm high at the shoulder, and have total body lengths between 180 and 195 cm. Females weigh from 180 to 225 kg, whereas males are slightly larger, weighing between 180 and 240 kg. The slightly curved, ringed horns range from 60 to 150 cm in length. The horns of females are often shorter and more slender than those of males.
Black markings on the face extend down from the base of the horns to above the muzzle, and sweep back in stripes over the eyes and cheeks. Black continues down the neck and around the underbody, forming bands around all four legs. A stripe also runs up the spine, starting at the tip of the tail and ending at a short thick mane of black. There are black markings on the front of all four legs. The lower portion of the legs, muzzle, and underbelly are all white, whereas the body and neck are a gray or tan color. In instances of high productivity grazing, fat deposits under the skin become noticeable.
Red Hartebeest
Red Hartebeest: Alcelphus buselaphus, Afrikaans- Roothartbees, The name Hartebeest means tough Ox: A member of the Antelope family that has an average height of 48" at the shoulder and has an average weight of approximately 350 pounds. Preferring open country, hartebeest are found predominantly on grassland, floodplains, semi desert savanna and occasionally in open woodland. Hartebeest are water-dependent and as such their movements are controlled by its availability. Hartebeest normally occur in herds from 5 to as many as 300 animals. Both the male and female Hartebeest have horns with the males being thicker and heavier than the females. The Hartebeest is a hump shouldered antelope that is one of the fastest runners that will move long distances. They are highly adapted to the hot arid conditions of Namibia, Botswana and South Africa. Red Hartebeest have a long slender red face with a black patch about the horns running down the bridge of the nose. The horns are unique as they are cylindrical and stretch up and then back horizontally making for an impressive shoulder mount cast with the red and black face.
Greater Kudu
Greater Kudu - Tragelaphus strepsiceros: The Kudu is a species of Antelope. It has been described as the handsomest Antelope in the world. It is a tall animal with spectacular horns, a narrow body with long legs and can weigh as much as 700 pounds. The greater kudu's horns can grow as long as 72 inches, making as many as 2 1/2 graceful twists. Kudus have five to six stripes on their body, and most have a patch of white hair on their forehead with a long main below their neck. Their ears are large, red colored inside. . Greater kudu can be found in bush and thicket cover throughout Namibia. In the rains, greater kudu remain in the thick woodlands. During the dry season they can be found in along the banks of rivers where there is rich vegetation AS with all antelopes they are very fast and agile. They tilt their heads back and can run all out through heavy woodland with little problems, unlike Moose and other heavily antlered animals. The Kudu trophy makes an impressive mount for any African trophy room.
Warthog
The Warthog- Phacochoerus Aethiopicus: is a member of the wild African pig family. The males are approximately 33” high and can weigh as much as 300 pounds. They have huge tusk compared to our feral pigs. They use these tusk for fighting and digging. Warthogs live in burrows to escape the heat and predators. Although they are excellent diggers most of their burrows were made by Aardvarks. Warthogs are common throughout African Savannas. They live in small groups, called sounder, consisting mainly of females and young, however adult boars may join these groups during the day. Warthogs are fast runners and often run with their tail high in the air. In the grasslands, sometimes it’s only the tip of the tail sticking above the savannah grass that lets you know where they are. Warthogs are fun to hunt and a must animal for any North American Boar Hunter. They make for an interesting shoulder mount with their facial warts, long wide snout, bristly facial hair and imposing tusk. They truly test the saying, “A face only a mother could love”.
