Conservation

Safari Club International Opens New Africa Office

Conservation / April 24, 2025

Irene, South Africa – Safari Club International Foundation (SCIF) is excited to announce the official opening of the Safari Club International Africa office in Irene, South Africa. This significant development highlights SCIF’s unwavering dedication to wildlife conservation and sustainable use practices. The new Africa office will enhance access to the continent, empowering SCI and SCIF teams …

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Safari Club International and SCI Foundation Applaud the Cabela Family Foundation’s Launch of Hard Truths of Conservation Season 3 on Discovery Channel and Animal Planet

Conservation / April 2, 2025

Safari Club International (SCI) and the SCI Foundation (SCIF) proudly support the Cabela Family Foundation as it prepares to launch Season 3 of its groundbreaking television series, Hard Truths of Conservation. The upcoming season will debut on Discovery Channel on Saturday, April 5th at 9:00 AM Eastern, marking a monumental step in bringing the message of …

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Drones Safely Deter Grizzly Bears from Human Conflict 

Conservation / March 26, 2025

Wesley Sarmento, a pioneering bear manager in Montana, has made significant strides in managing human-bear conflict through the innovative use of drones. His recently published research in the journal Frontiers in Conservation Science highlights the effectiveness of drones as a crucial tool in deterring grizzly bears from populated areas, thereby enhancing safety for both wildlife and …

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Advocating for Sustainable Wildlife Conservation at CITES in Geneva

Conservation / February 27, 2025

The SCI Foundation International Affairs team was present and active at the recent 78th meeting of the CITES Standing Committee (SC78) held in Geneva from February 3-8, 2025. As a long-time CITES observer, we work with national delegations (i.e., parties) and other observers (i.e., NGOs) to ensure that the benefits of well-regulated international trade in wildlife …

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Spring 2025 Conservation Matching Grants Available to SCI Chapters

Conservation / February 18, 2025

The SCI Foundation (SCIF) wants to help chapters expand our conservation impact through matching grants by providing up to $5,000 toward approved projects! The SCIF Board recently approved the reinstatement of conservation matching grants for FY2025 with an open application period from March 1 – 30, 2025.  This is great news as it allows SCIF and …

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SCI Foundation Celebrates Conservation at SCI Convention

Conservation, SCI Convention / February 4, 2025

Last week, Safari Club International Foundation (SCIF) participated in SCI’s annual Convention in Nashville, Tennessee, celebrating hunting and conservation. As a leader in wildlife conservation, SCIF’s presence at SCI Convention marked significant achievements in advancing our mission. Beretta and SCI Foundation Conservation Leadership Award Gala The event commenced with the 10th Annual Beretta and SCI Foundation …

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PHASA Honors SCIF’s Dr. Chris Comer with Wildlife Utilization Award

Conservation / December 20, 2024

The Professional Hunters’ Association of South Africa (PHASA) recently held its Annual Convention and AGM Award ceremony, celebrating outstanding contributions to wildlife conservation and management. Among the highlights of the event was the announcement of the prestigious Wildlife Utilization Award, presented to Dr. Chris Comer, Director of Conservation at the Safari Club International Foundation (SCIF). Congratulations …

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Record Breaking Attendance at the African Wildlife Consultative Forum

Conservation / November 26, 2024

SCI Foundation continues to raise the bar for sustainable use conservation in Africa with record-breaking African Wildlife Consultative Forum On November 1, the SCI Foundation concluded our 22nd annual African Wildlife Consultative Forum (AWCF) in Stellenbosch, South Africa. Hosted in partnership with the South Africa Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and Environment, the 2024 AWCF featured a …

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Rise in Bear Populations Calls For Hunting

Conservation / October 15, 2024

How hunting is key for responsible wildlife management By Maria Davidson, SCI Foundation Large Carnivore Program Manager Many states throughout the continental U.S. are seeing a rise in black bear populations. Population growth pushes bears into human-dominated areas that are unsuitable for wildlife, precipitating a comparable increase in dangerous conflicts with humans, pets, and livestock. Undoubtedly, …

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Tackling Wildlife Conservation Issues in Africa

Conservation / September 26, 2024

SCI Foundation recently hosted a working meeting about elephant and rhinoceros management as part of our ongoing African Wildlife Consultative Forum (AWCF) activities. First held in 2002, the AWCF annually brings together critical stakeholders—government wildlife management authorities, hunting associations, community members, and researchers—to solve pressing issues in sustainable use conservation in Africa. As the AWCF mission …

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