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 …
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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Now is the perfect time to sign up as a monthly giver for your chance to win the $100,000 Dream Hunt Sweepstakes. Spend the $100,000 however you’d like, pay for licenses, tags, travel, craft up your dream hunt! How it works: Sign up for Monthly Giving and receive one entry for every $25 of monthly giving during the …
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, …
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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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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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 …
Tackling Wildlife Conservation Issues in Africa Read More »
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 …
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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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 …
University Program for Aspiring Wildlife Professionals Read More »
