conservationists

Lyndzee Daly Reflects on the First Annual Sables Women’s Aim Adventure Event

Education, Sables / November 20, 2025

Reflecting on the Sables Women’s Aim Adventure Event, three main feelings stand out: humility, inspiration, and gratitude. I feel eager to keep building stronger ties within the Sables community. Attending the inaugural Aim and Adventure women’s event at Thumbtack Ranch near San Antonio, Texas, offered outstanding chances for professional development, community involvement, and personal growth. As …

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SCI San Angelo Chapter and Outfitters Unite to Support Local Communities and Schools in Argentina

Humanitarian / December 9, 2025

Argentina welcomes international tourists and hunters who visit the region to enjoy its nature, wildlife and landscape. Recognizing the bonds that form between the guest and local communities, Terra Pampa Hunting Lodge decided that a percentage of the total value from hunts donated would be allocated towards supporting local schools. The San Angelo Texas Chapter of …

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Celebrating a Conservation Success: New Film Showcases the Recovery of the Louisiana Black Bear

Conservation / September 16, 2025

SCI Foundation and Safari Club International are proud to announce the premiere of a powerful new documentary chronicling one of America’s greatest wildlife recoveries: the return of the Louisiana black bear. Once on the brink of extinction, the Louisiana black bear has made a historic comeback. New film highlights the species’ journey from being listed as …

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Celebrating 23 Years of Conservation Leadership: AWCF 2025 in Livingstone, Zambia

Conservation / August 27, 2025

The 23rd African Wildlife Consultative Forum (AWCF) is set to take place from 22 to 26 September 2025 at the breathtaking Radisson Blu Mosi-oa-Tunya Resort in Livingstone, Zambia. As the flagship conservation event of Safari Club International Foundation (SCIF) in Africa, AWCF has, for over two decades, served as a cornerstone for collaborative wildlife policy development across Africa. This year’s forum is proudly supported …

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Donor Spotlight: Ray DeWitt

Development / July 30, 2025

Meet Ray DeWitt, a key supporter of SCI Foundation, whose dedication has greatly boosted our conservation efforts. In this “Donor Spotlight,” we explore the lives of patrons like Ray, who drive our mission to protect wildlife through conservation, education, and ethical hunting. We recently asked Ray several questions, and his answers reveal his motivations and journey …

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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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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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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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Impacting Others Through SCIF’s Bell Family Blue Bag Program

Humanitarian / October 24, 2024

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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