SCI Foundation Celebrates Conservation at SCI Convention

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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SCIF is Headed to Nashville

SCI Foundation (SCIF) is thrilled to participate in the upcoming SCI Convention in Nashville. We invite attendees to visit SCIF’s booth #3301 and SCIF-Sables Education Booth #3341 on the convention floor, where you can learn about our ongoing conservation efforts and meet our team. Additionally, be sure to signup as a monthly donor for a chance …

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SCI Chapters using SCIF Bell Family Blue Bag Program to Help Support Their Local Communities

Butler County, PA– The SCI Pittsburgh Chapter is putting the SCIF Bell Family Blue Bag Program to work right here at home in the United States this Holiday Season. The chapter recently provided SCIF Bell Family blue bags filled with needed resources for two programs in their local community. Chapter president Brian Pitell, recently visited the …

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

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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Northern Nevada Chapter of SCI Makes an Impact with Mobile Wildlife Educational Center

The Northern Nevada Chapter of Safari Club International (SCI) is proud to announce the success of its Mobile Wildlife Educational Center – Sensory Safari Trailer, which showcases North American taxidermy, including animals, birds, and fish. This innovative educational initiative reaches out to over 1,000 youth annually by participating in eight outdoor youth events. Recently, the Mobile …

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Donor Spotlight: Bryan Harlan

Donors are the driving force behind our mission, enabling the SCI Foundation to launch vital wildlife conservation, education, and humanitarian initiatives. Recently, we had the privilege of speaking with one of our dedicated supporters, Bryan Harlan. We asked him a series of questions regarding his background and motivations for supporting the SCI Foundation. Here are his …

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Record Breaking Attendance at the African Wildlife Consultative Forum

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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Donor Spotlight: Garrett Ham

Development Meet Garrett Ham, one of SCI Foundation’s champions and a valued donor whose support fuels our mission. As someone who has deeply benefited from hunting and fishing as a means of fostering family connections, I appreciate the critical role organizations like SCI and SCI Foundation play in promoting responsible and sustainable practices. My journey into …

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Impacting Others Through SCIF’s Bell Family Blue Bag Program

By Emily Stull As a 23-year-old living and working in Chicago, I never would’ve guessed I’d now consider myself a hunter. However, after returning from my second South African safari hunt in three years, I am so proud to do so! Both trips have been among the most incredible experiences of my life, and I hope …

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Rise in Bear Populations Calls For Hunting

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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Last Call to Enter and Win Axis Deer Hunt in Paradise!

Sweepstakes ends September 30th, don’t miss your shot! Win a chance to hunt two Axis deer in the stunning landscapes of Lanai, Hawaii! The package includes a guided hunt with Pineapple Brothers & High Adventure Company for a trophy Axis deer, an Axis doe, and $2,000 in travel credit for you and a non-hunting companion. $20 …

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Conservation Education Program Provided to the Salvation Army

SCI Foundation (SCIF) and Sables as a part of their long standing partnership with The Salvation Army, provided a customized education program for 18 Salvation Army staff August 19-23, 2024, at a Salvation Army facility near Rapid City, South Dakota. Since 2008, SCIF and Sables have partnered with the Salvation Army to provide educational program training …

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Tackling Wildlife Conservation Issues in Africa

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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The Hunter Legacy 100 Fund Impact

Almost 20 years ago, with incredible foresight, some of our concerned members and leaders saw a need to establish a fund to support our mission and that would live on for generations. That group struggled and worked diligently to gain the belief and trust of 100 individuals and couples. Today, the Hunter Legacy 100 Fund (HLF …

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SCIF Welcomes New Antipoaching & International Conservation Manager

Meet Andries Lucas van Coller – commonly known as Dries, SCI Foundation’s new Antipoaching and International Conservation Manager. Dries is a distinguished professional with a rich background in IT, telecommunications, and a profound commitment to wildlife conservation. Holding a National Diploma in Electronics and a Diploma in Business Management, Dries has excelled in leadership roles at Telkom SA Ltd and …

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University Program for Aspiring Wildlife Professionals

SCI Foundation, Sables, and Auburn University to Provide Educational Opportunity to Students SCI Foundation (SCIF) and Sables have partnered with Auburn University to provide an experiential learning opportunity for up to 30 Junior and Senior students in the Wildlife Enterprise program at the university. SCI members Holland and Carolyn Powell have graciously committed to provide financial …

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SCI Lehigh Valley Chapter’s Record Contribution

Safari Club International Foundation is proud to recognize the exceptional efforts of the Lehigh Valley Chapter – a staggering $250,000 in donations. Their giving, which surpasses standard chapter contributions, has earned them the honored Ruby African Lion status in our Society of the Lion & Shield Giving Levels. This achievement marks them as the first chapter …

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Spring 2025 Conservation Matching Grants Available to SCI Chapters

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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Informative Commercial on Bear Awareness in Wyoming

This hunting season, the Safari Club International Foundation, Wyoming Game and Fish Department, and the Wyoming Outfitters & Guides Association have partnered to create an educational commercial geared towards Wyoming hunters. The focus is on imparting bear wise knowledge for those setting foot in the field. The commercial, which will be shown at Wyoming gas stations, …

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Donor Spotlight: Marcus Anderson

Meet Marcus Anderson, one of SCI foundation’s champions and a valued donor whose support fuels our mission. His backing contributes to a hopeful future for wildlife, made possible through conservation, education, and hunting efforts. Who introduced you to hunting or was it a path of self-discovery? I began hunting as early as I can remember following …

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Video Premiere: SCIF Women’s Duck Hunt

SCIF Education Department, Sables, New Mexico Department of Game and Fish and Silverline productions produce SCIF Women’s Duck Hunt promotional video. In the United States, recent surveys reveal 68 % of women in the US approve of hunting and are actively participating in hunting, getting outdoors, and becoming more empowered. Women are the fastest-growing segment of …

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Win A 5-Day Bezoar Ibex Hunt in Turkey

Each $20 sweepstake ticket not only gives you a chance at an incredible experience but also contributes to the SCI Foundation’s wildlife conservation efforts. Your dedicated support for wildlife and their natural habitats means everything to us.

International Wildlife Museum Taxidermy for Sale

The International Wildlife Museum of the Safari Club International Foundation permanently closed on December 31, 2023. The museum housed nearly 2,000 taxidermy mounts and skulls. In the wake of this closure, The SCIF Board has approved the sale of specimens not protected under the Endangered Species Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, or Marine Mammal Protection Act. …

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SCIF Donates International Wildlife Museum Resources

After 35 years in existence, December of 2023 marked the closing of SCIF’s International Wildlife Museum. Keeping with SCIF’s long tradition of supporting other conservation, education, and humanitarian programs, donations were made from the International Wildlife Museum’s Gift Shop to More than a Bed and the Arizona Department of Game and Fish. More than a Bed …

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Significant Progress in Leopard Conservation Project

SCI Foundation’s supporters make it possible to amplify our important wildlife conservation, outdoor education, and humanitarian projects globally. Our recent efforts since October 2022 have involved data collection in Botswana, centered on the management of African leopards. The leopard is an iconic species of the African wilderness and an aspirational big five hunt for many international …

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SCIF-Sables Endowed Hunting Heritage Scholarship Program Recipient

SCIF and Sables is proud to announce Jocelyn Stansbury from University of Montana was selected as a recipient of the SCIF Sables Brown-Monson Foundation Hunting Heritage Scholarship. Jocelyn is currently a senior in the Wildlife Biology program. She received a scholarship for the 2023/24 academic year. Jocelyn recently thanked SCIF and The Sables while sharing her …

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Bezoar Ibex Sweepstake Winners Recount Their Experience

Brittany and Ben Maki Winners of the World Class Outfitter Shikar Safaris Bezoar Ibex Hunt Sweepstake Brittany shares that she always looks forward to SCIF’s literature. Upon seeing the Ibex sweepstakes giveaway with world class outfitter, Shikar Safaris, she knew she had to purchase a ticket. When SCIF CEO Laird Hamberlin called to inform her that …

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SCIF Helps Mozambique Communities with Elephant Conservation

Due to a generous bequest that was received by the SCI Foundation (SCIF), a partnership has been formed with the Mozambique Wildlife Alliance. This is landscape-level conservation of critical elephant habitat in Southern Mozambique, including on-the-ground mitigation of human-wildlife conflict. The partnership provides for critical funding to train local communities and individuals on how to implement …

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SCIF and Sables Join as Supporting Partners of Delta Waterfowl’s University Hunting Program

The Safari Club International Foundation (SCIF) and Sables are strengthening their dedication to conservation education by partnering with Delta Waterfowl as a supporting sponsor. The partnership was celebrated with a $50,000 donation towards Delta’s University Hunting Program (UHP), presented at the Safari Club International Convention in Nashville. Delta’s UHP aligns with the SCIF Education Department’s objectives, …

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SCI Foundation Provides Opportunities to Learn to Hunt in New Mexico

SCIF and Sables recently continued our partnership the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish (NMDGF) to provide opportunities for new hunters to learn to hunt. This time, 12 new hunters, including 4 first-time women hunters, participated in a quail hunt on public land near Roswell, New Mexico on February 9-11, 2024. The new wingshooters camped …

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SCIF partners with Georgia Officials to engage Hunters and other Stakeholders to Minimize Risk of CWD in White-tailed Deer

The SCIF Conservation Department, with support from the Conservation Committee, is partnering with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GADNR), and the University of Georgia (UGA) to survey hunters, meat processors and taxidermists to inform future communications about chronic wasting disease (CWD) and aid GADNR in planning their CWD management efforts. Although CWD has not yet …

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Partnership Promotes Safety with Bear Spray Giveaways and Training

In a partnership to raise awareness and promote safety, the Safari Club International Foundation, American Bear Foundation, Shoshone National Forest and the Wyoming Game and Fish Department will distribute bear spray and provide training to members of the public at no cost next month. Canisters will be available at the following locations: Dubois – March 15 …

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SCIF Celebrates Conservation at SCI Convention

Last week, Safari Club International Foundation (SCIF) joined SCI’s celebration of hunting and conservation at the annual Convention in Nashville, Tennesee. As the leader in ensuring the future of wildlife through conservation, education, and hunting, SCIF’s efforts at Convention marked significant milestones in furthering our mission.   The Convention commenced with the 9th Annual Beretta and SCI …

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SCIF-Sables Endowed Hunting Heritage Scholarship Program

SCIF-Sables is proud to announce Jessica Engstrom from West Virginia University as one of the recipients of SCIF-Sables’ Endowed CJ McElroy Hunting Heritage Scholarship. Jessica is a junior in the Wildlife and Fisheries Resources program. She is receiving a scholarship for the 2023/24 academic year, as well as her senior year. Jessica had this to say …

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SCIF Lion Project Continues to Improve Management

A recent peer-reviewed article by Stanslaus Mwampeta and coworkers in the journal Mammal Review highlights the critical role applied research plays in influencing management of wildlife species. The article, titled “A review of field techniques to estimate lion presence and abundance”, reviewed 63 studies that included various techniques to estimate lion numbers across Africa, quantitatively comparing …

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CWD Efforts by SCIF

The SCI Foundation (SCIF) through the SCIF Conservation committee and the Conservation Department, are closely following the impacts of chronic wasting disease (CWD). As of January 2024, CWD has been found in deer, elk and/or moose in 32 states in the continental United States, as well as three provinces in Canada. In addition, CWD has been …

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SCIF’s Endowed Hunting Heritage Scholarship Program Recipient

SCIF is proud to announce Ema Lily from West Virginia University was selected as one of the recipients of the SCIF’s Endowed CJ McElroy Hunting Heritage Scholarships. Ema is a junior in the Wildlife and Fisheries Resources program. She is receiving a scholarship for the 2023/24 academic year, as well as her senior year. Ema had …

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Namibia’s Sustainable Use Conservation

SCI Foundation’s African Wildlife Consultative Forum convenes this week in Windhoek, Namibia. Namibia is an especially appropriate host for the AWCF, as the country is a worldwide leader in the sustainable use model of wildlife conservation. Sustainable use of natural resources supports the most effective models for wildlife and habitat management and conservation in the world. …

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Namibia to Host African Wildlife Consultative Forum

SCI Foundation is heading to the Land of the Brave for this year’s African Wildlife Consultative Forum. The annual meeting, which brings together a diverse group of conservation stakeholders, including professional hunting associations, wildlife biologists, community leaders, hunting and conservation organizations, and range state government officials, will take place from October 9th-13th in Windhoek, Namibia.  Namibia has …

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The Return Of The Robobear

The Return of the Robobear PARTNERS ON THIS PROJECT: In partnership together, we’re holding four local events to give away bear spray and offer bear safety training to hunters at no cost to them. Just show up at the following locations: Approximately 100 cans of bear spray will be given away at each location on a …

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SCIF Bell Family Blue Bags Supports IWFF

SCIF Bell Family Blue Bags Supports IWFF From January 2023 to April 2023,with the support from Bell Family Blue Bags and SCI Foundation, approximately 103,400 meals were provided to children and families in need through International Wildlife Fellowship Foundation (IWFF)., IWFF provided food and clothing support to over 8 different schools, orphanages and communities in need. …

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Chapter Spotlight: SCI Michigan Sponsors Youth Fishing

Chapter SpotlightSCI Michigan Sponsors Youth Fishing “Fish on! Fish on!”  Someone on the Powderhorn Charters boat saw a rod start to bounce, and the reel started clicking as the line went out! That is the call I heard earlier this spring when fishing with Captain Tim Becker on his boat The Reel Ginger in Lake Michigan. …

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