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

Chapter News / December 20, 2024

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: Garrett Ham

Development / October 23, 2024

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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Black Rhinos Continue Growth Despite Ongoing Management Challenges

Conservation / July 14, 2020

Experts at the Southern African Development Community’s Rhino Management Group (SADC RMG) have compiled a new status report on the region’s black rhino populations, funded by Safari Club International Foundation (SCIF). The updated data show many positive trends despite some ongoing management challenges. The report represents the most comprehensive picture of each black rhino population at …

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Western Canada a Hot Spot for Safari Club Conservation Projects

Conservation / July 14, 2020

With 15 chapters and 3,247 members in Canada, Safari Club International has a strong presence throughout the north country. The world class hunting and fishing opportunities that Canada offers make it a global destination for outdoor pursuits. The Safari Club International Foundation (SCIF) has also cemented a strong presence throughout Canada, particularly in the western provinces …

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SAFARI CLUB HELPS SHAPE CONSERVATION EFFORTS IN MICHIGAN

Conservation / July 14, 2020

Hunting is part of the cultural fabric and history of Michigan, so it’s no surprise that the state is a stronghold for Safari Club International – with 11 chapters scattered across the upper and lower peninsulas. These chapters are a prime example of the positive impact that SCI members, along with the SCI Foundation, can have …

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SCI Foundation And Department Of Interior Focus On Reducing Human-Grizzly Bear Conflict

Conservation / July 14, 2020

With grizzly bear populations expanding across Montana, Wyoming, and Idaho in recent years, conflicts with humans are becoming more and more common. In order to ensure the safety of both bears and people, improved mitigation strategies are needed to reduce the likelihood of inevitable encounters turning into fatal incidents.  Safari Club International Foundation (SCIF), Montana Chapter …

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Research Funded by SCIF Explores Declining Buffalo Numbers in Tanzania

Conservation / July 14, 2020

The African buffalo population in and around Tanzania’s Ruaha National Park (RNP) has reportedly been on the decline for decades and researchers funded in part by the Safari Club International Foundation (SCIF)  went to work to figure out why. Prior to this series of projects, little was known about the habits and health of the buffalo …

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SCIF Sponsors North American Wildlife And Natural Resources Conference

Conservation / July 14, 2020

Conservation leaders from across the country convened in Omaha, Nebraska for the 85th North American Wildlife and Natural Resources Conference hosted by the Wildlife Management Institute.  Safari Club International Foundation was a proud sponsor and a large team from SCI and SCIF was on hand to represent the organizations. The annual Conference consists of numerous sessions, …

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Rhino Poaching Declines in South Africa for 5th Straight Year

Conservation / July 14, 2020

The South African Department of Environment, Forestry, and Fisheries recently reported that the number of rhinos lost to poachers declined for the fifth straight year. Poaching numbers in South Africa peaked in 2014 but have steadily and dramatically declined the last few years as the government has made an increased emphasis to crackdown on poachers. 594 …

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SCIF Funded Research Helps Shape Vermont Moose Hunting Regulations

Conservation / July 14, 2020

Research funded in major part by the Safari Club International Foundation (SCIF) has provided breakthrough information that is now helping shape the state of Vermont’s management plan for the world’s largest species of deer. The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department (VFWD) recently proposed a limited moose hunt in the northeastern corner of the state in hopes …

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