Safari Club International (SCI) is the leader in defending the freedom to hunt and promoting sustainable-use wildlife conservation worldwide. As the only hunting rights organization with a Washington, D.C. based US and International advocacy team, SCI protects and advances the ability to hunt for all hunters and all species.
SCI’s relationship with other hunting industry businesses is a key part of our ability to provide SCI members and our advocate community with the latest information, gear, and updates for the hunting lifestyle. SCI would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the sponsors below who contributed to SCI’s industry-leading Hunters’ Convention, an unparalleled celebration of hunting, conservation, and outdoor camaraderie.
Occurring from January 31 – February 3, 2024, and set against the backdrop of Nashville’s vibrant culture, the SCI Convention seamlessly blends the thrill of the hunt with the soul-stirring notes of country music. Experience a unique fusion of hunting education and entertainment, with expert-led exhibits and seminars focused on wildlife conservation, hunting techniques and convention specials, including world-famous day and evening auctions. The Convention boasts an expansive expo featuring the latest hunting gear, taxidermy exhibits, and outfitters from around the world. Beyond its recreational allure, the SCI Convention stands as a beacon for conservation efforts, promoting ethical hunting practices and supporting sustainable use wildlife conservation initiatives globally.
SCI CEO W. Laird Hamberlin said, “We are thrilled to partner with these companies, the world’s premier providers of services to the hunting community. These partnerships will undoubtedly inspire exciting new opportunities and advance our mission of standing First for Hunters. We look forward to our collaborative work ahead.”
Our 2024 Corporate Sponsors Are:
NICHOLAS AIR WildLife Partners Sig Sauer Hornady Ripcord/Redpoint Travel Bass Pro Shops/Cabela’s Global Rescue Prophet Muskwa Midway USA Trijicon Christensen Arms Kenetrek Tetra Hearing Leupold Weatherby Banks Outdoors The Colorado Tent Company LandLeader The Best of the West/Huskemaw Optics Sportsman’s Insurance Agency Inc Federal Premium SCHEELS Rugged Expeditions
Our sponsors are thrilled to be a part of the SCI community of hunters. See what they have to say about their SCI sponsorship:
NICHOLAS AIR: “NICHOLAS AIR has always embraced the sporting lifestyle and the interest of hunting and outdoor enthusiasts and our partnership with SCI is no exception to that. Further, the worldwide reach of SCI mirrors the now global expansion of the NICHOLAS AIR brand, meaning hunters and those who enjoy the outdoors can enjoy the renowned NICHOLAS AIR service experience around the world onboard the industry’s highest quality and best maintained fleet.” – NJ Correnti, NICHOLAS AIR Founder/CEO
WildLife Partners: “WildLife Partners is excited to renew our corporate sponsorship with Safari Club International for the eighth year,” said Chris Gilroy, WildLife Partners’ co-founder and CCO. “Our partnership with SCI and their efforts to conserve wildlife both domestically and abroad has proven it can and will save wildlife and their habitats for generations to come.” – Chris Gilroy, Co-Founder and CCO of Wildlife Partners
Ripcord: “We are excited to partner with SCI, an organization that shares our commitment to safety and adventure,” said Deanna Caffrey, Director of Marketing at Redpoint Travel Protection. “Our comprehensive Ripcord policy, combined with the SCI Travel Assistance hotline, represents a new standard in travel protection, specially designed for the needs of hunters and outdoor adventurers. This partnership reflects a shared vision of offering unparalleled support and protection to travelers, emphasizing the importance of preparedness and peace of mind in every journey.”
Global Rescue: “Global Rescue has provided SCI members with the most extensive field rescue, medical and security evacuation services available for the past 13 years, and we look forward to continuing our longstanding partnership,” said Dan Richards, CEO of The Global Rescue Companies. “Global Rescue has successfully completed more than a hundred operations for SCI members over the years that have included deploying our services in response to everything from minor medical incidents to major crises, including animal attacks, motor vehicle accidents, plane crashes, terrorism, and armed rebellions. We will continue to be there for SCI members when it matters most.”
MidwayUSA: “MidwayUSA and our customers are longstanding supporters of conservation organizations that protect the future of hunting and the sustainability of our industry,” said Matt Fleming, President & CEO of MidwayUSA. “We’re pleased to continue our support of SCI by sponsoring the 2024 SCI Annual Hunters Convention.”
Trijicon: “Trijicon has long been a supporter of SCI and the great wildlife conservation work they do around the world. The Convention is a great chance to connect with SCI members who share our passion for hunting and the preservation of our God-given resources.” – Josh Lyall, Trijicon Director of Marketing
Christensen Arms: “Christensen Arms is proud to support SCI as a Corporate Sponsor. SCI shares our ethos and passion for sustainable hunting and global wildlife conservation. Our team is excited to partner with this world-class organization to protect and conserve the environment, raise awareness about the importance of hunting to our global ecosystem, and empower hunters worldwide.”
Kenetrek: “Kenetrek has been a long-time partner in Safari Club International’s mission to protect the rights of hunters to pursue wild game all over the world and to make sure that we, as hunters, conserve all game species for future generations to enjoy,” said Jim Winjum, President of Kenetrek.
The Colorado Tent Company: “As the new owners of The Colorado Tent Company, we are proud that our 130-year-old heritage is rooted in supporting hunters and wildlife conservation. We look forward to continuing this tradition and are excited to be partnering with Safari Club International to help in these efforts across the United States and Worldwide!” – Harlan Hummer CEO
TETRA: “As Safari Club International aims to protect the rights of hunters and further support wildlife conservation, TETRA Hearing™ strives to protect the adventure and experience that goes along with those efforts. Together, SCI and TETRA are partners in conservation and will continue to mold the next generation of hunters for years to come.” – Lucas Mashtare, VP of Marketing and Communications
Weatherby: “SCI and its members are near and dear to the heart of Weatherby. My Grandpa did the majority of his cartridge testing and development while on safaris in Africa. It’s where he proved his theory on velocity and ethical harvests. Today the mission of SCI to defend and advance our freedom to hunt is as important now as it was then. As a hunting focused firearms and ammunition manufacturer we are proud to support SCI.” – Adam Weatherby
LandLeader: “LandLeader is a proud sponsor of Safari Club International, we stand together as stewards of the land, and wildlife conservationists. We both honor and defend the deep tradition of hunting by preserving our constitutional freedom. LandLeaders’ reputation as the leader in rural land in America has the privilege to work together as we continue our partnership for many years to come.” – LandLeader
BOTW: “Best of the West Arms, the Pioneers of Long Range Hunting. Best of the West Arms is a precision custom rifle builder with proven sub-MOA groups at 1,000 yards. The focus – to keep the rifles as lightweight as possible without sacrificing the accuracy needed for those once-in-a-lifetime hunts.”
SCHEELS: “Since our founding in 1902, SCHEELS has supported many hunting and habitat organizations, while outfitting our customers with the best product on the market to take to the field. We’re proud to partner with Safari Club International and their prestigious group of hunters and conservationists.” –SCHEELS
Rugged Expeditions: “The SCI Convention is the biggest and best hunting convention on earth! You don’t want to miss SCI in Nashville!” – J. Alain Smith of Rugged Expeditions
