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Clinton News-Record, 1983-04-20, Page 14Ali Ica' The word conjures up all sorts of images for any urge who sees At, but it also holds a special place for the hunter. Africa has always been Mecca for the big game hunter, and even today with all the problems associated with the continent, At is still a dream most hunters would love to live. In the world of big game hunting, costs have soared dramatically An the last 10 years. Travel costs, licence fees, trophy fees and guide fees have mushroomed making any kind of exotic hunt an expensive proposi- tion. Today, a caribou hunt in Canada's Arctic runs close to $3,000, which doesn't include licence fees or airfare to Schefferville or Fort Chum, the jumping off spots. A trip to the west for Grizzly bear, sheep or elk will cost in excess of $5,000 and Africa - well airfare alone is a small fortune. But, the poor economic tunes have had some far reaching effects, and one African country has taken the bull by the horns so to speak. Zambia needs foreign currency badly and since the market for raw copper i their only export I has hit an all tune low, tourism is the only. alternative. Most African countries realize that hunters bring a lot of money into the local economy and Zambia is preparing to capitalize on this fact with an unprecedented move. The government has formed a coalition of all the safari companies operating in the country into Amalgamated Salaries, have opened up new hunting concessions and are offering Cape Buffalo hunts for a price which was more common 15 to 20 years ago. They are prepared to sacrifice local currency in an attempt to draw in U.S. dollars and other hard currencies. The price for this 10 day trip which includes all hunting ex- penses as well as round trip airfare frorn New York is an unbelievably low $2,900 U.S. The only catch in this is that the price, dependent on airfares, can only be guaranteed until the end of April. The hunt can take place anytime from June to November, but the book- ings must be rriade and confirmed before the 30th. I would suspect that this is going to be a once in a Irfetinie offer. Every indication points to a turn around in the economy, and when that happens, prices are bound to shoot up to their normal levels, and the Cape Buffalo will once again be one of the most expensive African big game trophies. The ('ape Buffalo, commonly called M'bogo, is one of Africa's top five and has a well deserved reputation for meanness, cunning and toughness. Considered by many to be the most dangerous game on the continent, a big bull is always a worthy adversary. The safari itself will be conducted in the grand old style, complete with camp servants, native trackers and of course, that godlike guardian the Professional Hunter. Clothing should be nominal summer wear with a Tight down jacket or warm sweater for chilly even- ings and mornings. Rifles for Cape Buffalo should be on the heavy side, with the .375 H & H magnum recom- mended as being the lightest choice. Other game species will be available for additional trophy fees, and it would be much to your regret later to return home without at least one additional head. The meat from any animals that are taken I apart frorn what is used in the camp itself 1 is distributed to natives in the local villages. The skin, if you decline to keep it yourself as a memento, is turned over to a crafts co-op for use in native handicrafts. Nothing is wasted in Africa, and even the large leg bones, after the meat has been scraped off, will be found by some enterprising hyena and ('racked in their massive jaws to get at the marrow. A trip such as this is. bound to permanently Hurn the sights and sounds of the bushveld into your sub- conscious and give you pleasant memories for the rest of your days. The background noises which accom- pany the excellent documentaries and wildlife films aired un 'l'V these days will transport you back across the ocean in an instant to relive one of the greatest adventures a hunter could ever experience. Having done it myself once already, l can guarantee this result. 1 do, however, have one word of warning. Africa "gets into your blood" and even a total transfusion will do little to relieve that itch and desire to return to the limit Continent just one more time. interested? if se. contact Canada North Outfitting Inc. (North Anieru'an booking agents for this hunt i al P.O. Box 1230, Waterdown, Ontario, iAR 2110. ialephone i 416 Mi89-7925. You will have to react quick- ly . (however, or the opportunity may be losl for <i !lichees. Bowli news Tuesday Ladies in the playoffs Gerry's 'I'weety girds are leading the bowling league with 6251 points. C'arol's Cuckoos are second with 6053. The remainder of the scoreboard reads. Fran- 1'yna's Flamingoes. 5980; Pat's Pigeons. 5949. Jean's Woodpeckers, 5877: Stirling's Starlings. 5749; Mert's ;Magpies. 5698: W'innie's Parrots, 5('('3. Ruby trine. bowled the nigh single fo 296 and the high triple of 672. Gerry ;\iountford took the high average wit h 2011 Last weekend a Suzuki motocross school was held at tinily Gully. Recreation Association hold meeting CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WE'DNJl•SDAY, APRIL 20, 1 -PAGE 17 -rclly Gully The second annual Suzuki Professional Motocross School was held op Saturday, April 17 at Hully Gully. Riders from all across South - Western Ontario attended the school. Ross Pederson, Canada's No. 1 Motocross rider was the main in- structor, and he was assisted by Rob Hodgson, also a Suzuki sponsored rider, and Hully Gully's National Team. This Saturday April 23 Hully Gully will be hosting a House League Amateur Motocross School, which will be instructed by Sean VanDongen, No. 2 Trophy The annual conference of Lake Huron Zone of the On- tario Municipal Recreation Association with the theme " Meeting Your Needs " was held recently in Goderich and brought together seven- ty delegates from 23 com- munities. President John Gates of Kincardine presided and Mayor of Goderich, Eileen Palmer and M.P.P. off Huron Middlesex, Jack Riddell brought official greetings. During the business session the recommendation of the Bard of Directors to increase the Zone membership fee the first increase in many years) was accepted. Six workshops designed to fulfill the theme of meeting needs of both the delegates and the Recreation Commit- tees they represent were well received. Topics includ- ed inter -community relation- ships, recruiting, teen pro- grammes, grants, operation and energy conservation ut facilities and a pot pourri with a special presentation on fitness. Resource people included Rennie Alexander, Wingham; Bud Bitton, Hanover; Ron .Bolton, Kin- cardine; Clare Christie, Owen Sound; Keith David- son, Kincardine; Larry Devitt, Chesley; Mike Dunlop, Hanover; Earl Far- rell, Port Elgin; David Ford, Goderich; Doug LaFreniere. Kincardine, Neil Menage, Port Elgin; Mike Myatt, Owen Sound; Pat Osborne, Goderich Township and Bryan Peter, Seaforth. Jane Netzke, Director of Recrea- tion in Goderich as Mechanics person kept the event running smoothly. Those attending from this area were Marie Jefferson of Clinton; Murray Lyon and Frank Szusz of Hullet Township and Jack Col- eman, Bill McGregor and Lowel Mount of Stanley Township. Golfing season is around the corner By Carolaiiue Doig Whatever happened to the seasons". Winter is supposed to be a time for ice, snow, fireplaces, hot chocolate and sports that give your cheeks a rosy glow. Then comes spring with snow drops, robins, pudes, skipping ropes, and dreams of lazy summer afternoons just around the corner. What a reversal we have had this year! I had been told what a super winter you had all enjoyed and returned home anticipating an early start to the golf season. Alas! When i opened the drapes on Sunday morning and saw all tt snow, I realized that April really is the cruelest month. 1 was even greeted with a witty "Merry Christmas" from a neighbor as i slid down the street. Now how ('an anyone write about golf on a day like that? All of my ideas for getting everyone enthused about the game were covered by a blanket of snow. Fortunately, and gratefully, our modern technology brought us live coverage of the pro tour from the sunny south, and the fine performance by Canadian Jim Nelford who finished in second place at ASF ALL MEETING F R DI 'ISM ND TIME at the Clinton Aren Wednesday, May 4 ®t 7:30 pm All teems must heave a representative to have your team Included in seh dale. LEN FAWCETT Parks Committee CLARENCE NLILANS ArGilieiNtaniager 1 UR NE GARDEN CENTRE IS NO OPEN Situated on a friendly. convenient country highway location and beautiful rural farm setting only 1' 2 miles east of Goderich on highway no 8 Begin your yard and gardening projects this spring with a selection from our top quality products. all fully guaranteed SHRUBS ROSE BUSHES SEEDS . PEAT MOSS GRDEN SUPPLIES, Etc. PRODUCE GFEAVES PRESERVES NATURAL MAPLE SYRUP & CANDY NATURAL HONEY NATURAL FRUIT JUICES This Week's GARDENING TIP BEETS. CARROTS. ONION SETS. RADISHES. SPINACH, COMPLETE CABBAGE FAMILY, LETTUCE AND PEAS CAN BE PLANTED IN EARLY SPRING AS LIGHT FROST WILL NOT DAMAGE THEM rnartins market Please Telephone 524-8024 canal 01 Ronin Ila, knoll nn l-4,ghwny n„ R, FI„ n, Pool ' -,,10 as cl nl (:,atrwr/rh Produce Special ONTARIO STEAK TOMATOES Limited Supply Hilton Head, was enough to boost the old spirit. I soon realized that in spite of this little set back in the weather, that golf season really is just around the bend, and it won't be long until we are par- ticipating in one of summer's most popular pastimes. Now is the time to get in shape for the upcoming golf season. I don't ,mean just getting your equipment in shape either, as the most important piece of equip- ment is your own body. It's going to take a few weeks to wear out those winter wrinkles. Although some people think that golf is a non-physical sport, fitness is just as important to golf, as in the more strenuous games. If you are in good shape you will play better and as a result enjoy the game more. The key fitness point in golf is flexibility, although strength and muscular endurance are also significant. Flexibility will improve your co-ordination and timing and result in a more effective golf swing. This is why the slim, lithe golfers like Chi Chi Rodriguez and Beth Daniel can hit the ball just as far as those who are heavier and stronger. Increasing one's flexibility is not hard work, but it does take time and persistent exercise. There are a number of exercises that will increase the flexibility in your shoulders, neck, back and waist, all key areas of the golf swing. A factor that will limit your flexibility is excess weight, which tends to hinder the golf swing, and upset balance and timing. Although many golfers are rated by some as overweight pseudo -athletes, it's quite apparent that the trend 'is towards slimmer and fitter players. Nicklaus has played his best golf after slimming down trom his paunchy younger days. Women on the pro tour have also tended to slim down in recent years, a result of greater exposure by the media, and one that has given us not only better looking but better playing golfers. Strength is important in the legs and forearms. Leg strengthening exercises will help give you a strong base to conduct your swing from and strong legs are a necessity just for getting around in golf. Turn to page 20 Goderich Towffshi 1 NOR :;ALL ey0s$rution April 23. 1983 _from u iL - 2 panto °3a®®8 yrs. old and under °COO for all otic rs Parents signature and OiiP number required. °Roil® penalty will be Bre effect far late registration Godorrich Township community Centre I�1oll�esvrelle McicLea Is "Southwestern Ontario's Largest Selection of Team Equipment" Winner, Chuck Collins, No. 3 Expert Rider and Randy Ford a top contender in the expert class. There is still room for the school and entries will be accepted up until Friday. Results The first annual Rough Country Rodeo, ATV events, was held on April 17th at Hully Gully near Varna. It was a fun filled day with Rodeo styled events for the entire family. Spirit and enthusiasm was high inspite of the cold snowy weather. Entry was light in the smaller capacity classes and children classes, so organizers are encouraging the entire families to come out on May 7th to experience the fun and excitement. The Results are as follows: WESTERN PICK-UP - Dale Link, Fisherville; Steve Lumpy, Guelph; Gary Ruddock, London; OB- STACLE OPEN - John oJif ehel Parke, Varna; Dan Roth, Ayr; Jamie Ruddock, London; OBSTACLE 200 - Sandy Innes, Embro; Neil Laing, Lambeth; Gary Ruddock, London; OB- STACLE OPEN - Dale Link, Fisherville; Ted Henderson, Eden; John Hartwick, Fisherville; SOLOAM 200 - Sandy Innes, Embro; Neil Laing, Lambeth; Al War- dlaw, Palmerston; SLOLAM OPEN - John Hartwick, Fisherville; Ted Henderson, Eden; Mike Champagne, (1 7i 1 9nn feeling the squeeze? When high prices have a grip an you, try classified. It's the easy mnoy to sell things you don't need. Call ens today 482©3443 Neil Laing, Lambeth; John Parke, Varna; OVAL OPEN - Ted Henderson, Eden; Dale Link, Fisherville; John Hartwick, Fisherville; OVAL POWDER PUFF - MaryJane Larnpman, Eden; Margaret Holland, London; FAMILY EGG RACE - Greg Davis, London; Ian McLeod, Woodstock. 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