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Will We Conquer the Virus of Fear and Inertia, One Fine Day?
A professional hunter notes that the current pandemic harbors immense threats for wildlife and wild lands in Africa, and for those businesses with nature at their core. Are we able…
A Unique Upland Hunt in Maine
When it comes to upland hunting, few pursuits are as steeped in tradition as grouse and woodcock hunting in the North Woods of Maine. The romance of following pointing dogs…
Botswana mysterious elephant deaths – the mystery continues…
In my July column I discussed the mysterious deaths of numbers of elephants in the Okavango Delta region of Botswana. The authorities in that country have been rather reticent about…
Largemouth vs. Smallmouth: The Game Fish Species Battle for America’s Favoritism
Which bass species is America’s favorite? When it comes to freshwater fish, arguably no two game fish species are more popular than the largemouth bass and the smallmouth bass. These…
Capstick Award Nominations Open: Deadline August 25
The Peter Hathaway Capstick Hunting Heritage Award is now open for nominations. DSC members can nominate any individual or organization who meets the criteria of this prestigious award. The ideal…
Bylaws and Policies and Procedures Revisions
As DSC experiences rapid growth in both membership and influence in the international hunting and conservation world, and it is our responsibility to ensure that our bylaws and policies and procedures continue…
Rites of Passage on the Sands of Africa
A safari with his 11-year-old son offers a father a chance to reflect on a bond that makes any hunt special. The views expressed by the editors, authors or users…
Potential California Ban on Alligator & Crocodile Products Threatens Conservation
.et_post_meta_wrapper California is the only state that intends to prohibit the sale of alligator or crocodile products under an out-dated Penal Code. The ban’s origin dates back to 1967 when there was…
Wander through western Tanzania
Mike Angelides of McCallum Safaris Tanzania, offers an alluring introduction to western Tanzania. The west of Tanzania is predominately covered with miombo woodland made up of trees in the sub-family…
House Passes the Great American Outdoors Act
Last week marked an historic day as the House of Representatives passed the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) in a 310-107 vote. The legislation will now go to the President…