A Global Journey Through Conservation

In Bringing Back the Wild, Mike Arnold takes readers on an odyssey across the globe from the vast wilderness of the U.S. and Canada, to rainforests in Central America, hunting preserves in Europe, and the legendary Coutadas of Mozambique. Along the way, he explores the rebirth of ecosystems once stripped of their wildlife, and the role that carefully managed hunting has played in their recovery.

Arnold’s storytelling is enriched not only by his encounters with apex predators, exotic birds, and game animals, but also by the people he meets tribal stewards, local communities, private concession managers, and conservationists all united by a common thread: sustainable hunting as a foundation for conservation.

The Conservation Message

Behind each story lies a powerful truth: many of the world’s most successful conservation models are funded by hunters and the dollars they contribute to their passion. Whether through anti-poaching programs, habitat restoration, or community support, these funds have breathed life back into areas that once teetered on the edge of collapse.

From Africa’s Coutadas to the forests of North America, Arnold demonstrates that thriving wildlife populations often exist today because of the very activity that critics least expect sport hunting.

Why This Matters to Us

At Zambeze Delta Safaris, this message resonates deeply. Our work in Coutada 11, from wildlife reintroductions to community meat drops and education programs, has been possible because of the hunters who invest in ethical, sustainable safaris. Arnold’s book captures the very essence of what we witness daily: conservation that is lived, experienced, and sustained through hunting.

Get Your Copy

For anyone who loves the outdoors whether hunter, conservationist, or simply a supporter of wild places Bringing Back the Wild offers both adventure and insight. It is a celebration of success stories that often go untold, and a reminder that the future of our wilderness depends on the partnerships between people, wildlife, and sustainable hunting.

Order your copy today from Mike Arnold Outdoors or Amazon, and join the journey of rediscovering how hunters are bringing back the wild.