wildlife conservation

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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Drones Safely Deter Grizzly Bears from Human Conflict 

Conservation / March 26, 2025

Wesley Sarmento, a pioneering bear manager in Montana, has made significant strides in managing human-bear conflict through the innovative use of drones. His recently published research in the journal Frontiers in Conservation Science highlights the effectiveness of drones as a crucial tool in deterring grizzly bears from populated areas, thereby enhancing safety for both wildlife and …

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Spring 2025 Conservation Matching Grants Available to SCI Chapters

Conservation / February 18, 2025

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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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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Rise in Bear Populations Calls For Hunting

Conservation / October 15, 2024

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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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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