How to Get Gored by a Cape Buffalo and Survive, with Mike Fell

As one of the most dangerous animals in Africa, and certainly one of the most difficult to hunt, there's a good reason that cape buffalo are referred to as "black death." Mike Fell, a professional hunter guiding in east Africa, knows not to underestimate these animals. But even the most experienced hunters can be caught in a dangerous situation. About 6 months ago, Mike found himself face to face with an angry, wounded charging bull. Though Mike managed to kill the buffalo, he was gored in the groin just a centimeter away from his femoral artery. Mike's story is incredible, and his life’s work conserving and protecting African game from poachers is something to be admired. 

Email Mike to book a hunt at mikefellsafaris@icloud.com

Chapters

• 2:07 Meet Mike
• 5:01 Anti-poaching
• 7:48 Selous Game Reserve
• 9:36 How Can You Help Wildlife?
• 11:44 Hunting is Conservation
• 14:04 Misguided Solutions
• 16:45 Warthogs
• 20:11 Cape Buffalo
• 22:56 Being Gored
• 29:40 Getting Medical Help
• 30:56 Med Kit
• 33:48 Stressed Animals
• 36:39 Lessons Learned
• 40:34 Shooting Close Range
• 42:25 Mike's Future Plans
• 43:19 Preparing for a Buffalo Hunt
• 46:56 Always Carry Your Rifle
• 49:37 Book a Hunt