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The North American Super Slam
The North American Super Slam is a prestigious hunting achievement that involves harvesting all 29 of North America's big game species recognized by the Boone and Crockett Club. These species include a diverse range of mammals from the continent, representing various habitats and hunting challenges. Completing the Super Slam requires dedication, skill, and often considerable financial investment due to the travel and hunting expenses involved. Here are the 29 species typically included in the North American Super Slam:
- Moose
- Elk
- Mule Deer
- White-tailed Deer
- Cougar (Mountain Lion)
- Black Bear
- Grizzly Bear
- Brown Bear
- Polar Bear
- Bison (American Buffalo)
- Bighorn Sheep
- Dall's Sheep
- Stone's Sheep
- Desert Bighorn Sheep
- Mountain Goat
- Pronghorn Antelope
- Muskox
- Caribou (Barren Ground, Woodland, and Quebec-Labrador varieties)
- Muskox
- Mountain Lion
- Jaguar
- Columbian Blacktail Deer
- Sitka Blacktail Deer
- Central Canada Barren Ground Caribou
- Quebec-Labrador Caribou
- Coues Deer
- Kodiak Bear
- Alaskan Brown Bear
- Giant Canada Moose
The challenge of completing the North American Super Slam lies not only in successfully harvesting each of these species but also in meeting the specific trophy criteria established by the Boone and Crockett Club, which can include minimum scores for antlers, horns, or skulls. Additionally, hunters must navigate various hunting regulations, obtain permits or tags for each species, and often travel to different regions of North America to pursue their quarry.
Achieving the North American Super Slam is a significant accomplishment in the hunting community and is recognized as one of the most challenging and prestigious hunting achievements worldwide. It requires not only hunting skill and expertise but also a deep respect for wildlife conservation and ethical hunting practices.