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SCI Foundation and Partners Unveil Bear Safety Trailer and RoboBear in Montana

Conservation, Education / September 25, 2025

SCI Foundation (SCIF) is excited to announce its partnership with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) and Montana’s Outdoor Legacy Foundation (MOLF) to introduce a new bear education trailer and Montana’s very own Robo Bear. This collaboration highlights SCIF’s dedication to supporting state wildlife agencies and raising public awareness about bear safety. At a recent unveiling …

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Win a Spain Hunt and Cultural Experience Package

Development / September 24, 2025

Hunt Cantabrian Chamois & Iberian Red Stag  Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure with our exclusive Spain Safari Sweepstakes! Experience the ultimate blend of luxury hunting and cultural exploration in the heart of Spain, where you can hunt two of the country’s most iconic species: the elusive Cantabrian Chamois and the majestic Iberian Red Stag. Your Unforgettable …

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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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Tracking Grizzlies: A Collaborative Initiative in British Columbia

Conservation / August 28, 2025

In 2018, the Government of British Columbia decided to end licensed grizzly bear hunting, which has led to noticeable increases in bear density and activity. This increase has raised concerns about its impact on ungulate populations, crucial both culturally and nutritionally to the Tahltan people. Since 2019, the Tahltan Central Government (TCG) has intensified its predator management …

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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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SCIF and Hogue Knives Unveil Exclusive Knife

Development / July 1, 2025

SCIF and Hogue Knives are excited to announce a special partnership that merges craftsmanship with conservation. For a limited period, supporters can make a meaningful difference through a donation and receive a unique knife in return. In support of wildlife conservation, education, and humanitarian initiatives, SCIF and Hogue Knives proudly present the exclusive SCIF Hogue Deka …

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Opening Florida’s Black Bear Season: A Step Toward Sustainable Management 

Conservation / July 16, 2025

By Maria Davidson, SCI Foundation Large Carnivore Manager  The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) recently made the decision to reinstate bear hunting, and the anti-hunting backlash was swift. However, the core of this decision is not about sport or politics; it is rooted in science, safety, and the well-being of both bears and humans.  …

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SCIF and SCI Denmark Join Forces for Kids in Nature European Conference

Education / June 26, 2025

Partnership Promotes Nature Education Through Hunting According to the latest available data during July 2021 through December 2023, 50.4% of teenagers ages 12–17 had spent 4 hours or more of daily screen time. Another study, led by faculty at the Yale Department of Psychiatry and Columbia School of Nursing, has found that youth who spent the …

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