New Training Methods in Fighting Poaching Result in 100% Success Rate
“…the region was considered ground zero for rhino poaching. It was said that the life expectancy of a rhino was literally measured in hours.”
Month: March 2018
From ‘Endangered’ to ‘Near Threatened,’ the Community-Based Success of the Markhor
In northern Pakistan, where rule of law is limited and most of the population lives in extremely rural areas, good governance goes a long way.
Winter 2017-2018 Updates from the Field
The rut may have ended for elk and moose, but what we’ve learned during the winter has brought us more appreciation than ever for their place in nature.
Motivating People, Managing Bears: The 5th International Human-Bear Conflicts Workshop
A bear is running at you at 30 mph, 44 feet per second, if it is 88 feet away, will be on you in 2 seconds flat. Bear spray takes roughly 2-5 seconds to deploy, and while it is roughly 92% effective. Firearms can be easier to use but are often slightly less effective than …
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Tangible Conservation Changes with the Hunter Legacy 100 Fund
2018 is starting off with a bang! The Hunter Legacy 100 Fund has awarded SCI Foundation three new grants
Indian Country Auction Tags Raise Money for Conservation
SCI Foundation is proud to maintain a working relationship with Indian Country by supporting local, grass-roots conservation efforts.
FIRST SOUTH AFRICA ANTI-POACHING UPDATE OF 2018
In the year ahead, South Africa will continue to draw on the achievements made in 2017, learn from any mistakes, and adopt international best practices.
