|
| |
| |
NOTICE
TO HUNTERS
Big Nine’s reputation in the hunting world speaks
for itself. We are recognized worldwide as a professional
operation that goes the extra mile for its clients.
I began my guiding career in 1972. I was fortunate
to be trained by one of the best in the business,
my uncle, Gary Powell. Sadly, we lost my uncle in
1983. I subsequently bought his territory from my
aunt in 1985.
Not only have I been a guide and an outfitter for
many years but I have also been a client of other
hunting operations in various parts of the world.
With this unique background, my guarantee to you
is that I will do my utmost to ensure you have a
good hunt with us. If for any reason you are not
satisfied with our services or crew, be sure to
let me know immediately. I will try to resolve the
problem as quickly as possible. (Please note too
that abuse of our horses or crew will not be tolerated.
If you have a problem with either, talk to the camp
boss or to myself).
While hunting, keep in mind that very few animals
look as big on the ground as they do while standing
there looking at you (ground shrinkage). Our guides
are very experienced and will be able to give you
a rough estimate of the potential trophy's size.
On rare occasions however, a guide may misjudge
the size. Although your guide will do his best to
make sure the targeted animal is what you are looking
for, and is legal, the final decision is yours and
yours alone. Be sure before you pull the trigger.
If an illegal animal is shot, it must be reported.
We aim to please. We want you to enjoy a great hunt.
The more communication, the better. If your guide
is doing something you would rather not do, tell
him what your preferences are. He will be happy
to make the necessary adjustments. Let your guide
know if you have any physical limitations. He will
have no idea what you would call a hard day or an
easy day. Let him know how hard you wish to hunt.
You set the pace.
Many clients ask me about tips. My personal feeling
on tipping is, if you feel the personnel has been
pleasant, courteous and has done a good job for
you, do they deserve a tip? The amount of the tip
is entirely up to you. From past experience, our
clients have given approximately 5% of the cost
of the hunt to their guide and between 1% and 3%
to the cooks and wranglers, depending on how much
time they have spent serving the client. It may
help you to know that most of our crew have the
opportunity to work in the oil patch for much higher
wages – they are only in this business because
they love the lifestyle. Tips are a very important
part of their income and tipping does show them
just how much they are appreciated.
Thank you for booking your hunt with us. We look
forward to welcoming you to our territory.
Good Luck and Good Hunting!
Barry Tompkins |
|
 |
|
|
