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Paul Brunner I have had the good
fortune to bowhunt around the world, from Siberia, to Africa, to
Australia, Argentina,and most of the U.S. Over the years I have
met three guides who are the best of the best. Andrew Mackay is
one of the three! He is the finest back up man on dangerous
game I have ever seen. He is a true HUNTER! His knowledge of
the game he hunts is phenomenal. He can take even the least
experienced bowhunter right in on an animal and make sure he is
safe. He is one of the funniest guides I have ever met and he
makes his camp seem like a bit of home and comedy routine all at
the same time. I have hunted Water Buffalo with him three times
and will be going back again soon. I have taken two big bulls
with longbow and recurve bow with Andrew, and both went down in
sight....one arrow each. If you have a chance to hunt with
Andrew for gosh sakes take it. You will never have a better
hunt... I promise you. Paul B Brunner "Two Short"
misseskudu@earthlink.net, phone
406-396-6487.
Paul Liberato
I am a traditional bowhunter and I booked a trip with Andrew for
Buffalo. He and his operation can be summed up with two words
"the best". Andrew works tirelessly 24/7 to make sure that your
trip is more than a hunt…it is an adventure! Getting up every
day and seeing birds of every kind and color, kangaroos,
wallabies as well as other "strange" creatures only adds to the
fantastic hunting adventure there in Australia. I have
personally hunted all over the world but I have never been
associated with someone with the knowledge, skill and work ethic
as Andrew. If I could only make one "hunt of a lifetime" it
would be with Andrew for Buffalo in Australia. Paul Liberato
Richmond Texas USA
pliberato@comcast.net, 281
344-8587.
Steph
Wottrich We purchased an auction
item for Buffalo and Sambar deer at Safari Club International in
Reno, and we had no idea what we had in store for us! Andrew
worked with us before hand and together we carefully planned a
one month hunt. Upon arrival in Darwin, we were met by Andrew
and began our trip. We were fortunate to have taken a great
number of true trophy animals. Andrew is extremely knowledgeable
on hunting and field judging the animals of Australia. Jerel
took two very nice buffalo, as well as a kangaroo and a wallaby.
I harvested an exceptional banteng, buffalo, and scrub bull
(feral ox) as well as blackbuck, sambar and rusa deer. The
trophy quality was outstanding, including a number 1 SCI Feral
Ox, taken with a handgun. I can honestly say we had the time of
our lives. Andrew and his father are great hosts. It's a full
"family operation" as his brother and sister assisted in
Queensland as well. Andrew is quite a cook "on the barbie", the
meals were fantastic! I cannot say enough good things about this
trip. The hunting was great, the company was great. And we can't
wait to return to hunt the big buffalo again! Dr. Jerel K.
Wottrich & Stephanie Wottrich,
stephwottrich@austin.rr.com, phone 512-413-8038 or
512-694-0387.
Greg Cheek
Hunting with Andrew Mackay is truly a life time experience. He
has the innate ability to find high quality animals accompanied
with great humor and professionalism. It would be a pleasure to
discuss our hunt via e-mail or phone. Dr. Gregory Cheek and
Jessica Cheek cheekhouse@aol.com,
phone 239-595-0638.
Art Flippin
My hunting buddy, his two sons and I, have hunted several
different Australian animal species with Andrew MacKay on two
separate trips. He tailored our hunting experience to meet the
physical needs of our whole group, and worked extremely hard to
get us the trophies, and hunting experience, of a lifetime. The
lodging and food provided was top shelf and enhanced the hunting
experience by keeping us relaxed and refreshed. I have never
met a guide and outfitter who worked as hard as he does, Andrew
has a can do attitude, and the ability to provide a hunting
experience that you will never forget. Art Flippin, Denver,
Colo. flipamedic@aol.com, phone
720-335-0952.
Mike Pell
I hunted water buffalo with Andrew Mackay in July of 2009 and I
couldn't be more pleased with every aspect of the safari.
Airport pick up, nice comfortable lodge and a fine Australian
chef which is Andrew also. They have a vast and beautiful
concession with plenty of game, and this guy knows where to find
them. He can find buffalo bulls when other buffalo can't find
buffalo bulls. And did I mention trophy care and photography?
Excellent. Anyway, I got two big buffalo, a nice feral pig with
long teeth and had the time of my life. Mike Pell, Pilot
Mountain,NC, mpell@yahoo.com,
phone 336-351-3873.
Craig Zamiatowski
Spent a wonderful 10 days in July of '09 with Andrew and Mike at
the Hotspur Lodge. Most comfortable accommodations in beautiful
country with some of the best grub, hospitality, and Aussie
beer! My wife Patty took home a huge Rusa and Sambar Deer now
proudly displayed in our game room, Thanks mate! Craig
Zamiatowski. craigz@masterblast.net,
phone 832-607-8324 USA.
Cliff Pirtle
"Australian Outfitters is a provider of a true outback
experience". The Mackay's will treat you like family, providing
a comfortable bed and great food as well. All hunting is fair
chase with an abundance of wildlife. The scenery and weather are
phenomenal which makes for an experience of a lifetime. My Wife
and I were extremely satisfied with all that the Mackay's had to
offer." Cliff Pirtle, Roswell, New Mexico,
blankman00@hotmail.com.
Nate
Andersohnn Hunting water buffalo
with Andrew was one of the greatest hunts in my life. Getting
close enough to succeed with a longbow was hard but Andrew was
up for the challenge. This is the best big game hunt for the
money, full of new experiences and adventure. Nathan L.
Andersohn, Attorney. Andersohnn@aol.com,
phone 303-650-6414.
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