Storm. Here's a link to 6 more photos of the fish taken from the same angle. They were taken directly off the photographer's SD card. No photoshopping. Period.
http://www.fieldandstream.com/photos/gallery/fishing/2009/09/new-mi-record-muskie-extra-pics
The picture is not faked. The fish looks so large in part because the angler is not particularly tall (Anderson is 66 inches tall, the fish was 55 inches long).
Gasping, rifles across our backs, we scrambled up the hill with our hands in the dirt. I looked up into the sun to where the blood trail crossed the ridge and tried to blink the sting from my eyes. Sweat dripped down my forearms, leaving dark prints in the dust. We were moving fast. When you wound a kudu you must catch up to him quickly or he will vanish into the bush, and you will never see him again.
Gasping, rifles across our backs, we scrambled up the hill with our hands in the dirt. I looked up into the sun to where the blood trail crossed the ridge and tried to blink the sting from my eyes. Sweat dripped down my forearms, leaving dark prints in the dust. We were moving fast. When you wound a kudu you must catch up to him quickly or he will vanish into the bush, and you will never see him again.
I'm getting a shoulder mount of the kudu. The cost, from taxidermy fees to shipping fees, is more than you want to know. More than I can afford. But this was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, so you bite the bullet and find a way to make it happen.
Micropterus, I had the same thought, so made sure to check them before including. For example, the guy who entered the duck photos also included a photo of how he sets his trail cams to capture these shots. Its pretty amazing how good the quality is when you're using these cameras with some serious knowledge of photography.
Follow Field & Stream Online Editor Nate Matthews and his crew of three fishermen as they try to take Yamaha Grizzlies and a Rhino side-by-side up an ice road in Northern Manitoba. Make sure to check back daily for updates on the trip.
Always appreciate a healthy dose of skepticism. However. The Boga doesn't lie. Here are two more photos for all you doubters. Keep in mind that the guy holding the fish is nearly 6'3", weighs 250 pounds, and has hands the size of bear paws.
Welcome to Field & Stream
Search
Online Editors
Comments
Long Island Buck With Four Beams Threatens New York State Archery Record29
NY, send us a photo! webmaster@fieldandstream.com
Early luck3
A quick note to everyone: If you want to see these in thumbnail form, click this link: http://www.fieldandstream.com/contest_entries/1001338417
Dancing Bears4
MN, click this link for a quicker way to see and vote on these photos: http://www.fieldandstream.com/contest_entries/1001334698
New Michigan State Record Great Lakes Muskie Caught in Torch Lake, Near Traverse City85
Storm. Here's a link to 6 more photos of the fish taken from the same angle. They were taken directly off the photographer's SD card. No photoshopping. Period. http://www.fieldandstream.com/photos/gallery/fishing/2009/09/new-mi-record-muskie-extra-pics
New Michigan State Record Great Lakes Muskie Caught in Torch Lake, Near Traverse City85
The picture is not faked. The fish looks so large in part because the angler is not particularly tall (Anderson is 66 inches tall, the fish was 55 inches long).
Kudu Hunt: An African Plains Game Adventure In South Africa's East Cape8
Gasping, rifles across our backs, we scrambled up the hill with our hands in the dirt. I looked up into the sun to where the blood trail crossed the ridge and tried to blink the sting from my eyes. Sweat dripped down my forearms, leaving dark prints in the dust. We were moving fast. When you wound a kudu you must catch up to him quickly or he will vanish into the bush, and you will never see him again.
1st shot, 180 yards. 2nd shot, 250 yards. Browning X-Bolt .30/06, 180-grain Winchester Supreme Ballistic Sivertips.
Plains Game Safari Photos from South Africa's East Cape3
Rifle: Browning X-Bolt chambered in .30/06
Shane, great questions. I added the info into the story.
Kudu Hunt: An African Plains Game Adventure In South Africa's East Cape8
Gasping, rifles across our backs, we scrambled up the hill with our hands in the dirt. I looked up into the sun to where the blood trail crossed the ridge and tried to blink the sting from my eyes. Sweat dripped down my forearms, leaving dark prints in the dust. We were moving fast. When you wound a kudu you must catch up to him quickly or he will vanish into the bush, and you will never see him again.
I'm getting a shoulder mount of the kudu. The cost, from taxidermy fees to shipping fees, is more than you want to know. More than I can afford. But this was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, so you bite the bullet and find a way to make it happen.
50 Best Trail Cam Bears, Bobcats, Moose, and Other Critters From Our 2008 Photo Contest46
These are the 50 best shots of animals other than deer entered into last year's wildly popular Trail Cam Photo Contest (click here to see a separate gallery of the 50 best bucks).
Micropterus, I had the same thought, so made sure to check them before including. For example, the guy who entered the duck photos also included a photo of how he sets his trail cams to capture these shots. Its pretty amazing how good the quality is when you're using these cameras with some serious knowledge of photography.
Ice-Out by Ice Road: Fishing Backcountry Manitoba by ATV58
Follow Field & Stream Online Editor Nate Matthews and his crew of three fishermen as they try to take Yamaha Grizzlies and a Rhino side-by-side up an ice road in Northern Manitoba. Make sure to check back daily for updates on the trip.
Always appreciate a healthy dose of skepticism. However. The Boga doesn't lie. Here are two more photos for all you doubters. Keep in mind that the guy holding the fish is nearly 6'3", weighs 250 pounds, and has hands the size of bear paws.
ADVERTISEMENT
Today on Field & Stream
Visit Our Sister Sites at Bonnier Corporation
FieldandStream.com is part of the Bonnier Outdoor Group Network
Copyright © 2009 Bonnier Corp. All Rights Reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited.