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Class 54 Explores the Bush With Cruiser Safaris

Class 54 Explores the Bush With Cruiser Safaris

By: Hillari Lombard
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 Settle in beside the crackling fire at Cruiser Safaris in South Africa, where a group of hunters gathers each evening to relive the day’s adventures. This four-part series brings together members of California Ag Leadership Program Class 54 Carson Pettit, Tony Shelton, Jake Barcellos, Timothy “Boomer” Murray, Jarred Greene, and Will Dyt in an unfiltered roundtable of storytelling. Recorded in the spirit of true safari camaraderie, each episode captures the laughter, suspense, and honest reflection that only comes after a full day in the bush. From thrilling stalks to unexpected encounters, from missed opportunities to picture-perfect moments, the stories unfold as naturally as the flames rising from the campfire. No filters. No scripts. Just six hunters sharing their perspectives, experiences, and the kind of moments that make African hunting unforgettable. Whether you've walked the plains yourself or dream of making the journey, this series invites you into camp to experience the adventure as it happened—boots dusty, stars bright, and the fire glowing.Copyright 2026 Hillari Lombard Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
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  • The Cloth-Eared Elephant

    The Cloth-Eared Elephant
    Feb 11 2026

    The Cloth-Eared Elephant — The guys reflect on their successful first day of hunting while getting accustomed to the landscape. As the sun sets on their first full day in South Africa, the group gathers around the fire to relive every detail—from the early-morning excitement to the final tracks of the evening. With fresh eyes and high spirits, they recount learning the terrain, reading the animals, and adjusting to the rhythm of the bushveld.

    Stories unfold about the shots that landed, the unsuccessful tracks, and the unexpected lessons that came with navigating entirely new country. The crew shares laughs about first-day quirks, celebrates memorable moments, and introduces the inside jokes born from just a few hours in the field—like the infamous “cloth-eared elephant.”

    This opening episode sets the tone for the whole adventure: honest storytelling, good-natured ribbing, and the camaraderie that only forms when hunters experience something unforgettable together.
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    51 mins
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