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Gun Blast & Hearing Loss

Jordan — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 15:48:05 GMT

Hi my name is John O'Connor, I am a father, outdoorsman and passionate about living a healthy lifestyle. Over the past few years I have become more and more interested in hearing loss. My father and grandfathers, who are and were all hunters, are affected by hearing loss. I feel that there is a general lack of understanding around the issue and it is our job to spread awareness where we can. Check out my new blog at bloggingwjohno.blogspot.com!

Gun Blast and Hearing Loss

Hearing can be damaged after only one incidence of unprotected exposure to gun blast. Depending on the type of gun, the acoustic environment, the size of the barrel, and the amount of gunpowder, the blast of a gun blast can range from 135 to over 170 db. According to the National Institute on Deafness and other Communicative Disorders, hearing damage is possible at only 85 db.

There are a range of options available to protect your ears during hunting or recreational shooting. Protection should be worn while hunting or shooting at all times.

Earplugs

Earplugs are a common, unobtrusive option to protect hearing while shooting. Earplugs range from more expensive custom fit devices to standard plugs available at any sporting goods store. Depending on the sophistication of the plug, they can be very effective. Some higher end plugs claim the ability to reduce gun blast by over 30 db. Less effective earplugs only reduce noise by 7 db, and are not recommended for protection from gun blast. The disadvantage of earplugs is that they do not allow for normal hearing while worn.

Earmuffs

Earmuffs are a comfortable choice for hearing protection. A foam or liquid band creates a seal around the ear and has the potential to reduce noise by about 25 to 30 db. Earplugs may be worn inside the earmuffs for additional protection.

Electronic Ear Muffs

Electronic earmuffs provide protection from loud noises while allowing normal-range sound to filter through. Some models have microphones that allow better than normal range hearing by amplifying external sounds through a microphone, while still blocking out gun blast. Typically, electronic earmuffs reduce loud noises by about 30 db and are effective for hunting.

Gun blast and Hearing Aids

For those with hearing loss, some hearing aids may provide protection from further protection due to gun blast. Most inner-ear hearing aids are programmed to block out noise over 100 db. However, if the hearing aid does not seal the ear, such as with behind-the-ear hearing aids, the ear canal should be sealed with a silicone mold or earplug to prevent further damage.

To protect from hearing damage while hunting or recreational shooting, choose the option that suits your needs and desires. Signs of hearing loss include muffled or distorted sound, or an inability to distinguish speech. Someone with hearing loss may not be aware of it. If you have been exposed to loud noise without protection or for a long period of time, make an appointment with your doctor for a hearing test.

Texas Hunt Lodge ending the Summer with a bang

Jordan — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 17:00:19 GMT

Over the past 4 weeks, Texas Hunt Lodge has amassed many World Record Red Stags and Elk. Take a look at our client photos over the past couple of months to see some of the monsters we have taken. We took World Record Red Stags with all different methods including crossbow, bow, pistol, and rifle. Same goes for the Elk.

The busy season is here!

Wendi — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 18:54:22 GMT

Busy season is upon us at Texas Hunt lodge! The next 3 months are going to be just crazy here. We are booked pretty solid over those months. We do have some available dates at the beginning of November and dates in December for you to book your hunt. We typically require a $500 deposit to book a hunt. Check out our website www.texashuntlodge.com or give us a call at 830.367.7611 and we will be happy to assist you in the booking of your hunt.

Transcaspian Urial Rams Available at Texas Hunt Lodge

Jordan — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 15:29:04 GMT

Texas Hunt Lodge has three beautiful Transcaspian Urial Rams available for $12,000. These rams will have horns that range from 31 to 34 inches. Get in contact with us via email, info@texashuntlodge.com, or give us a call, 830.367.7611, to get one of these rams booked with only a $1000 deposit. First hunter out gets his choice on the Rams. We hope to hear from some hunters soon.

Week Long Hunting Adventure with Texas Hunt Lodge

Jordan — Thu, 23 Aug 2012 14:11:20 GMT

Texas Hunt Lodge has begun their busy season once again this year. We have been hunting for 6 straight days, taking over 20 trophy animals. We shot a Kudu with a crossbow, Eland herd bull with a pistol, 37"+ Gemsbok with a crossbow, another Eland herd bull with a bow, Pere David's Deer with a crossbow, Record Class Bison, Record Class Bison with a pistol, several fallow, and several rams. The list just keeps growing. Check out our website to see them all at the following link: Texas Hunt Lodge - Client Photos.

Leather Trimmed Authentic Zebra Skin Rug

Wendi — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 14:52:28 GMT

We offer premium grade Zebra Rug with the added feature of having a leather boarder, and thick hand sewn carpet on the underside of the Zebra rug. The thick hand-sewn carpet underneath the Zebra hide will keep this rug from curling and will allow it to lay flat on the floor.

This Zebra Rug is the best you will find...the Zebra hide is hand sewn to the rug so that the ears will not come up either. The Zebra mane stands erect and flowing. The leather trim on the Zebra Rug is black and hand stitched all the way around the Zebra rug.

Approximate measurements of the rug are 9 ft long, with tail, and 5 feet wide at legs. This Zebra rug is listed at a wholesale price...standard retail on a Zebra Rug such as this is $2500

When we ship the Zebra Rugs, they will come rolled up and arrive via UPS. Shipping is not included I the price. Check out our website to see other Authentic Zebra items. www.trophyzebra.com

Year-Round Hunting Opportunities With Style at Texas Hunt Lodge

Jordan — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 14:27:38 GMT

Texas Hunt Lodge, located near Kerrville, has won "Outfitter of the Year" for the 2011-2012 scoring season of Trophy Game Records of the World, its third consecutive year to win the award.

Manager Justin Taylor won "Guide of the Year", for the second year in a row. The lodge's main concession, Broken Spur Ranch, also swept 11 other major awards including "Hunter of the Year", "Ranch of the Year", "Exotic Hunter of the Year", and "Archery Hunter of the Year".

Texas Hunt Lodge hosted more than 600 clients last year, who hunted in the Texas Hill Country for more than 60 species on 24 exclusive concessions. With more than 160 trophies scoring in the Top 5 in the World, and 30 new World Records in TGR and SCI last year alone, Texas Hunt Lodge is one of America's premier hunting destinations.

"We host clients from all over the world and hunt literally every day of the year," said owner Aaron Bulkley. "Our staff works hard for our clients whether we're bow hunting premier African trophies like Eland, Sable, and Kudu, or putting them on World-Record Class Whitetail & Axis bucks.

Texas Hunt Lodge provides African-style hunting opportunities where clients may hunt from high-rack trucks, bow hunt over an active waterhole, or spot and stalk with shooting sticks.

Clients stay at the Texas Hunt Lodge situated on the Guadalupe River between Ingram and Hunt, and the lodge consists of nine suites with a private bath and open bar. Guests are served wild game entrees from Bongo to Scimitar-Horned Oryx.

To book a Hunting Adventure with Texas Hunt Lodge, visit www.TexasHuntLodge.com or call the booking office at (830) 367-7611.

Authentic Real Zebra Skin Ottoman Bench Furniture

Wendi — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 14:24:22 GMT

We have 2 Zebra Ottoman's made from authentic Burchells Zebra Hides of Namibia. This Zebra Ottoman was manufactured at our facility in Namibia and has a nice Cherry Wood Finish Stain with removable legs. Perfect for a trophy room or a beautiful accent piece in any room. Prices for these ottomans range from $1295 to $1695. This Zebra Ottoman may be picked up from our office in Ingram, Texas or shipped for $195.00 UPS Shipping to the lower 48 States. You can check out our website for more Zebra items. www.trophyzebra.com

45-60 Days remain to Hunt Scimitar Oryx, Addax & Dama Gazelle

Hardy — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 17:10:41 GMT

45-60 Days remain to Hunt Scimitar Oryx, Addax & Dama Gazelle

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) announced on Thursday, July 7, 2011, a proposed rule to regulate the take of three endangered exotic antelope species - the scimitar-horned oryx, dama gazelle, and addax.

The FWS was required to issue this proposed rule as a result of a 2009 order from the federal court.

The proposed rule states that the FWS will issue permits for the take of the three antelope species, in a manner similar to the way in which permits are issued for other exotic captive bred wildlife in the United States.

Texas Hunt Lodge will continue booking these hunts over the next 45-60 days, or until, the permit process has been determined, when we will be told exactly what new guidelines we must follow...either way, hunters can expect to see higher trophy fees due to permitting, quotas set by FWS, and money that must be donated to certain "save the species funds".

If you have ever wanted to hunt one of these species, NOW IS THE TIME.

Our trophy fee prices for these species are

Scimitar Horned Oryx

27-32 inches - $1695

33-39 inches - $2395

40+ inches (very limited) - $3500

Addax Antelope

Trophy Addax (30-34 inches) - $2950

Record Addax (37+ inches) - $5500

Dama Gazelle

Trophy Male - $7250

All Hunt Methods may be used including Black Powder, Archery, Handgun, Rifle, Crossbow, etc, but your best success for a big Scimitar, Addax or Dama is going to be with rifle on a 2 day hunt.

All of these species represent excellent table fare.

Book Online Now or Call 830.367.7611

New #2 World Record Non Typical Axis Deer

Texas Hunt Lodge Blog — Wed, 18 May 2011 20:11:00 GMT

Texas Hunt Lodge client, Ryan Foster, shot 2 magnificent Axis Bucks this week. The first, a Non Typical, or Extra Typical, 11 point Axis Buck which scored over 190" SCI, became the 2nd largest ever recorded in the World.

Ryan was guided by Texas Hunt Lodge manager, Justin Taylor, and shot this Record Axis Deer with a .270 WSM Rifle.

The next morning, Foster returned to the same ranch and shot a Hog of an Axis...a typical 3x3 Axis Buck in Velvet with nearly 8 inch bases, scoring #7 all time for Trophy Game Records of the World, and #19 all time for Safari Club International (SCI).

Congrats Ryan on some awesome Axis Bucks....just goes to show you that Kerr County still have the largest Axis Bucks in the World, hands down!

World Record White Buffalo Taken in Kerr County

Texas Hunt Lodge Blog — Wed, 18 May 2011 20:07:00 GMT

An 82 yr old Client of the Texas Hunt Lodge, a Hunt Package provider near Kerrville, TX, hunted and harvested the new World Record White Buffalo this week.

Retired Major Don Wortman, Vietnam Veteran, of Ingram, TX, booked the hunt with Texas Hunt Lodge owner, Aaron Bulkley, earlier in the month. The hunt took place on the Las Catarinas Ranch in northwest Kerr County off of Hwy 83 and was guided by Texas Hunt Lodge manager Justin Taylor of Kerrville.

Don Wortman is 6-time Primitive Arms Hunter of the Year and National Champion US Musket Shooter. Don is probably one of the most experienced hunters in the World today having harvested over 100 different trophies from around the World.

The World Record White Buffalo Hunt was exciting for everyone involved. The hunt started around 9:30 Tuesday morning, and by 11:00, Wortman, with the help of Guide Justin Taylor, had located the Buffalo herd and were gauging the trophies from a distance of 200 yards. Wortman and his guide hunted the Buffalo via Safari Style on a 1000+ acre game ranch, Las Catarinas. Just about the time Wortman had made up his mind on which Bison to shoot, the wind changed, and the Buffalo, feeling that something was wrong or they were in danger, ran at full speed, horns down, heads shaking and heels kicking, for the hunter and his guide. Wortman and Taylor jumped in the truck, and slammed on the gas for the opposite direction. The Bison herd did not let up…they chased the hunter and guide for over 2 miles before they finally stopped. Taylor whipped the truck back around and got Wortman to a distance of 66 yards for a broadside shot on the big bull. One perfect shot with his Civil War era Percussion Cap Muzzle Loader, and the Big Bill stopped in his tracks.

Wortman’s Monster White Buffalo had impressive 20 inch horns with over 14 inch bases making it the pending World Record White Buffalo for Trophy Game Records of the World. The White Buffalo will now be honored as a Diamond Trophy (largest ever taken for that species and method of hunting) for TGR Record Books this coming year.

White buffalo are American bison (American buffalo) that are considered to be sacred signs in several Native American religions, and thus have great spiritual importance in those cultures and are visited for prayer and other religious ceremonies. White buffalo are extremely rare; The National Bison Association has estimated that they only occur in approximately one out of every 10 million births.

The Texas Hunt Lodge, operated full time by the owner Aaron Bulkley, is a full service hunt package provider. They have been awarded “Outfitter of the Year” for the past 2 years out producing all other hunting operations Worldwide. The all inclusive hunt packages they provide include exceptional Bed and Breakfast style accommodations, over 60 Exotic game species to hunt year round in the Texas Hill Country, Exotic game meals, private access to the Guadalupe River, and much more. All hunts are guided and take place on one of 15 different ranches in the Kerrville area.

More information about the Texas Hunt Lodge can be found online at www.texashuntlodge.com.

Axis Deer Season Starts Now

Hardy — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 14:04:00 GMT

May to September is the hottest time in Texas, and it's the best time to hunt Monster Axis Bucks with Texas Hunt Lodge. Kerr County boasts the largest Axis Bucks in the World...all World Records have come from this area. Axis Bucks are just stripping their velvet now, and we have 5 Kerr County Ranches loaded with Silver and Gold medal Axis Bucks ready for rifle and bow hunting!
Our Trophy Axis, typically Silver Medal with good caudals, brow tines, and 30-32 inch main beams are booking for $2250 trophy fee.

Our Gold Medal Axis, which are limited this year, book for a $3500 trophy fee. These bucks are guaranteed to go Gold Medal and average 14 inch Brow tines, 6-8 inch caudals, and 35 inch Main beams.

We currently have (1) very outstanding Non-typical Axis Buck with 15-16 scorable points...he is about to strip velvet and will not last long. He is big and very rare. Trophy Fee is $5500. Please inquire directly to Aaron if you are interested in this deer.

All Hunt Methods may be used including Black Powder, Archery, Handgun, Rifle, Crossbow, etc, but your best success for a big axis is going to be with rifle on a 2 day hunt.

This is the best venison you will ever eat, guaranteed!

After a Great Hunt, Just Dive In

Hardy — Sat, 09 Apr 2011 23:53:00 GMT

Texas Hunt Lodge in Ingram,TX was voted "Ranch of the Year" and also "Outfitter of the Year" for 2009-2010, but there has never been a catagory for LOCATION of the Year. That might be something that you just need to judge for yourself. Located on the beautiful banks of the Guadalupe River, just minutes from Kerrville on the road to Hunt, TX the Hunt Lodge has one of the most breath taking views that you will find anywhere in the Texas Hill Country.

This makes Texas Hunt Lodge the perfect destination not only for hunting exotics like oryx, axis, bison, blackbuck, and dozens more. But the also ideal place to swim, kayak, fish, and bring your friends. Here is the scenery at the Ingram Lake Dam last weekend which is only two blocks from the Texas Hunt Lodge.

Visit Texas Hunt Lodge online and book your next gathering: www.TexasHuntLodge.com

Hunt Four Animals in One: For one very Low Price

Hardy — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 22:21:00 GMT

What has a tail like a horse, a hump like a buffalo, the head of a cow, and hairier than the elusive Big Foot monster? It's called a "Yak" and Texas Hunt Lodge has a herd of them that are ready for the taking. These are young Yak with lean tender meat.

Far from Texas, high in the Himalayian mountian tops more than 3000 thousands years ago, herds of wild Yak roamed freely in sub-zero tempretures. By contrast, compare that image to the Great American Bison and the wide-open Plains of North America, to gather a converse sense of the masses.

Today, in most parts of the world, the Yak is an indangered speices and no longer available for game hunting. That is why Texas Hunt Lodge is especially happy to provide this rare hunting opportunity for our guest.

For more information visit Texas Hunt Lodge Online: www.TexasHuntLodge.com
Voted "Ranch of the Year" and "Outfitter of the Year" 2009-2010

Wildebeest & Zebra, Both with One Shot

Hardy — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 01:42:00 GMT

While I was out at the Las Catarina's Ranch near Kerrville, TX this morning delivering food to some of the guys. While driving back to the main gate I spotted a group of several Zebra and Wildebeest roaming together. Las Catarina's is just one of the many ranches that Texas Hunt Lodge manages game for, so everyday is always a new adventure.

To research your hunting options and discover what the Texas Hill Country, the "Exotic Game Capital" of Texas, has to offer, visit Texas Hunt Lodge online at http://www.TexasHuntLodge.com

New Father and Son/Daughter Hunt Packages for Spring 2011

Hardy — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 19:27:00 GMT

It's been a busy winter here at Texas Hunt Lodge and now we are gearing up for some great spring time adventures . It won't be long before the schools let out and the kids will be looking for something fun to do. So now is the perfect time to start planning a Father Son/Daughter hunt here in the Texas Hill Country.

This year we have put together 3 specials that will be fun and affordable.

Our #1 Father and Son/Daugther Hunt Package includes (1) either Sika Buck, Young Trophy Yak, Scimitar Oryx (26-30"), and either (1) Blackbuck Doe or (1) Corsican/Mouflon 22" Ram total for the Father and the Son/Daughter.

Our #2 Father and Son/Daugther Hunt Package includes (2) Wild Boars for the Father and the Son/Daughter. These are Trophy Boars that average 200 lbs which you will want to shoulder mount or at least collect the teeth.

Our #3 Father and Son/Daugther Hunt Package includes (2) Trophy Rams (Corsican, Texas Dall, Black Hawaiian, Painted Desert, Merino) which average 30" on each side for the Father and the Son/Daughter.

#1 Father and Son/Daughter Hunt Package includes:

1 night Accomodations at the Texas Hunt Lodge

(1) Trophy Animal (Scimitar, Fallow, Whitetail, Sika)

(1) 22" Corsican Ram or Blackbuck Doe

Trophy Fee and Guide Fee for your Hunt

Cleaning and Transportation of your animals to Taxidermist/Meat Processor

Transportation from the Texas Hunt Lodge to the hunting ranches

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Stocked Bar at the Texas Hunt Lodge

Private Access to the Guadalupe River for Fishing, Swimming, Canoe, etc

$2750 per Father and Son/Daughter Combo

Upgrade to Trophy Axis Buck or Blackbuck Antelope for $400

#2 Father and Son/Daughter Hunt Package includes:

1 night Accomodations at the Texas Hunt Lodge

(2) Wild Boars hunted with Dogs

Trophy Fee and Guide Fee for your Hunt

Cleaning and Transportation of your animals to Taxidermist/Meat Processor

Transportation from the Texas Hunt Lodge to the hunting ranches

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Stocked Bar at the Texas Hunt Lodge

Private Access to the Guadalupe River for Fishing, Swimming, Canoe, etc

$1935 per Father and Son/Daughter Combo

#3 Father and Son/Daughter Hunt Package includes:

1 night Accomodations at the Texas Hunt Lodge

(2) Trophy Rams (30" average)

Trophy Fee and Guide Fee for your Hunt

Cleaning and Transportation of your animals to Taxidermist/Meat Processor

Transportation from the Texas Hunt Lodge to the hunting ranches

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Stocked Bar at the Texas Hunt Lodge

Private Access to the Guadalupe River for Fishing, Swimming, Canoe, etc

$2850 per Father and Son/Daughter Combo

Visit Texas Hunt Lodge online: www.TexasHuntLodge.com
Call the office: 830-367-7611

New World Record Four Horned Sheep

Hardy — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 17:49:00 GMT

Pete Tassos finally got him down today at Las Catarina's Ranch in west Kerr County with the Judge .45/ 410 handgun.

Texas Hunt Lodge will you put you on a Trophy Four Horned Jacob Sheep you'll want to hang on your wall and enjoy for years to come. We have the very best selection of Trophy Four Horned Jacob Sheep to be found anywhere in the world. There are no seasonal restrictions on hunting the Four Horned Jacob Sheep in Texas, which makes it a suitable trophy year round.

This is what years and years of over eatting will do. No photoshop here, just cropped to get this monster in the post.

New World Record Corsican Ram Shot by Honeymooner

Hardy — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 15:03:00 GMT

Honeymooners Eric and Kimberly Gaus hunted with us on 3/14 - 3/16...when
Eric shot the new World Record Corsican Ram for any method of take, but even more
challenging, he shot it with a crossbow.

Trophy Game records score is 397.7cm with
over 40" length horns on each side. Kimberly shot a monster Scimitar
Horned Oryx Bull measuring over 38" in length, TGR Score of 287.2.

To schedule your next trophy hunt visit Texas Hunt Lodge online: www.TexasHuntLodge.com

Busy, busy, busy with Blackbuck & Buffalo

Hardy — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 15:38:00 GMT

Looking back, Februrary at Texas Hunt Lodge was all about the "B"s. Buffalo (10), Blackbuck (5), Water Buffalo (2) and boar, boars, and more wild boars. With clients arriving from all over the country it just seemed quirky that so many were focused on the bison. A dozen buffalo harvested in one month, just stricks me as a whole bunch for any Texas ranch. But hey, February is the prime time for buffalo hunting. That's when bison are in full coat and looking their very best. Check out all of our client photos for Feb 2011 here: http://www.TexasHuntLodge.com/client_photos.asp

Texas Whitetail Season is Hot this year

Texas Hunt Lodge Blog — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 19:00:00 GMT

We've started off the Texas Whitetail Hunt Season with a big bang this year. The largest Whitetail ever recorded with a Crossbow were taken this weekend with Texas Hunt Lodge client Esteban Boza. Esteban, his father Carlos, and their friends from Peru hunted with Texas Hunt Lodge for 5 days, and harvested over a dozen trophies.

Esteban not only took a 422 inch Elk (#2 in the World with a Crossbow), but took two amazing whitetail bucks. The first, scoring in at 197 2/8 inches gross B&C, or SCI, was taken just before dark on Sunday.

This 17 point buck had a 17 2/8 inch inside spread with a nearly 6 inch drop tine.

Esteban's 2nd buck, taken on Monday evening, had 27 scorable points and officially measures 200 5/8 inches with a 19 7/8" inside spread.

Both deer were guided by Texas Hunt Lodge manager, Justin Taylor in Kerr County. Both deer are the Pending World Record with a Crossbow, one as a typical deer and the other non-typical.