Author: HoustonSafari

(Houston, TX- August 17, 2021) Houston Safari Club Foundation (HSCF)  a worldwide leader in hunting, conservation and education, is pleased to announce its continued partnership with the “This is Africa” television show.

The dynamic brother and sister team of Andrew and Michelle Buchanan share a lifetime of experience in African hunting. Together with their award-winning production team, they tell the stories of conservation, community development, hunting and fishing across the Dark Continent. Michelle grew up on in a farming area, the only daughter of a prominent Zimbabwean Tobacco Farmer and Professional Hunter with her three brothers. Hunting was a part of life from a very young age, and it was during these trips to all parts of wild Zimbabwe that the spirit of adventure and the passion for the outdoors was engraved in her. Andrews vast amount of knowledge about wildlife and habitats, as well as his deep understanding of the local people and their cultures, has seen him across the vast majority of Africa. “This is Africa” airs on the Pursuit Channel.

Michelle Buchanan states, “Andy and I are very excited to be partnering with Houston Safari Club Foundation. We believe in supporting only the best hunting, conservation & education organizations and we feel exactly this way about the Houston Safari Club Foundation. We look forward to representing them and thank -you for your continued support.”

About This Is Africa
“This is Africa” is different. Michelle, Andy and their award-winning postproduction team will treat viewers to a new and refreshing concept whereby these young and energetic hosts leave behind the old formulaic, one-dimensional hunting show and introduce the next generation natural history series that knocks down the third wall without deflecting from the hunt. The tunnel vision of yesteryear’s shows will be replaced by knowledge of local people, cultures and animals (big and small). Poaching, antipoaching, community development and how these are directly affected by and affiliated with hunting will be an intricate part of this show. In a world filled with misinformation we will portray the unbiased truth about conservation through hunting. To learn more visit https://www.tiafive.com and https://pursuitchannel.com/movies/this-is-africa/.

About Houston Safari Club Foundation
Houston Safari Club Foundation (HSCF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to preserve the sport of hunting through education, conservation, and the promotion of our hunting heritage. HSCF has awarded 600 scholarships totaling $2.7 million dollars. HSCF conducts youth outdoor education programs, career training, hunter education and field experiences throughout the year. HSCF has provided over $4 million in grants for hunter-funded wildlife, habitat, and various conservation initiatives. HSCF is an independent organization, is not affiliated with Safari Club International (SCI) or its affiliates and is not a chapter or affiliate of any other organization. Visit our website at wehuntwegive.org or call 713.623.8844 for more information. HSCF. We Hunt. We Give.

Houston, TX – Global Rescue steps up once again to support conservation as a Gold Sponsor of the 2022 Houston Safari Club Foundation Annual Hunting Expo & Convention.

“Global Rescue’s sponsorship of the Houston Safari Club Foundation supports conservation efforts and raises conservation awareness. Organizations like the Houston Safari Club Foundation help improve and expand the shared passion we have for the outdoors and our commitment to the responsible management of our national resources,” said Dan Richards, CEO of Global Rescue.

Global Rescue has been a leader and pioneer in the travel services industry since our founding in 2004. They provide the finest integrated medical, security, travel risk and crisis management services available anywhere, delivered by their teams of critical care paramedics, physicians, nurses and military special operations veterans. Global Rescue’s medical advisory and evacuation services include exclusive relationships with the Johns Hopkins Department of Emergency Medicine Division of Special Operations, Elite Medical Group and Partners HealthCare. Their track record has made them the chosen provider to government agencies and some of the world’s largest companies, universities, nonprofits and tour operators. Their mission is simple – to be there when it matters most.

“HSCF is pleased and appreciative of Global Rescue’s return as a sponsor of our annual convention. Global Rescue’s sponsorship helps support our outreach in the areas of youth outdoor education, scholarship and conservation,” stated Joe Betar, HSCF Executive Director.

For more information visit https://partner.globalrescue.com/hscf/

About Houston Safari Club Foundation’s Worldwide Hunting Expo & Convention

February 4-6, 2022: A three-day immersive experience for the outdoor enthusiast featuring hunting and fishing outfitters, hunting gear, clothing, firearms, artwork, jewelry and more from around the world! Attend the banquets, fun-filled events offering opportunities to meet and greet fellow hunters and purchase incredible auction items. Get your tickets and book hotel rooms today at hscfdn.org/convention/attendees/.

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Digital Hunting Tags In Texas

Recently passed HB 3081 allows the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission to develop a program for the use of digital hunting tags for animals, including birds, to holders of hunting licenses authorizing the taking of those animals. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is currently exploring a pilot program to allow for the issuance of a digital license that would have digital tags. An individual who chooses this license would tag animals or fish such as deer, turkeys, or red drum with an app on a mobile device.

Section 436 of H.R. 4372; Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2022

Section 436 seeks to ban outright the import of legally hunted trophies from Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Amendment number 148, offered by Representatives Jeff Duncan (SC-03) to strike section 436 failed 1952-232. The U.S. Senate has not begun consideration of their Interior Appropriations bill. With an August recess that may extend into September, it is Congress will revert to passing a Continuing Resolution to fund the government past September 30th.

The Recovering America’s Wildlife Act (RAWA) Introduced into U.S. Senate

Its passage can help state agencies and tribes reverse population declines for at-risk wildlife species before they become endangered, will invest more than $50 million per year in Texas for wildlife recovery and related public education and recreation and is expected to create 30,000 new jobs. It was drafted with input from hunters and anglers across the nation, to help both game and nongame species thrive, and it would mean more funds for habitat projects, population monitoring, and other initiatives that benefit sportsmen and women, as well as the species we pursue.

U.S. Senate Conservation Infrastructure Proposal

Supports the inclusion of critical conservation measures in the Senate’s bipartisan infrastructure proposal. Specifically, the inclusion of funds for active forest management and wildlife crossings, as well as support inclusion of the REGROW Act (orphan wells) and reauthorization of the Abandoned Mine Land (AML) program with additional appropriated funding. This will facilitate and grow necessary investments in wildlife habitat, migration corridors, clean water and air, and provide employment opportunities in rural communities.

Houston Safari Club (HSC) is a 501(c)(4) non-profit organization dedicated to legislative and policy initiatives that may affect the future of hunting. HSC supports initiatives that protect the tradition of hunting and hunters’ rights. We take an active role in efforts to effect policy, protocols, and legislation. Our mission is to protect the rights of hunters and the hunting heritage through advocacy, policy, and legislation. Houston Safari Club (HSC) is a non-profit organization, exempt from federal income tax, under section 501(c)(4) of the United States Internal Revenue Code. Payments to HSC are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes. Please contact your tax advisor concerning deductibility of any payments as business deductions. HSC EIN: 76-0082197. HSC is an independent organization, is not affiliated with Safari Club International (SCI) or its affiliates and is not a chapter or affiliate of any other organization.

Texas HB 2213 – Relating to the slaughter and processing of exotic animals for donation to a nonprofit food bank: UPDATE!

Effective September 1, 2021, hunters in Texas will now be allowed to donate harvested exotic animals to nonprofit food banks. The bill has been approved by the Governor.

Texas HB 2757 – Relating to the eligibility of certain nonprofit wildlife conservation associations to conduct charitable raffles: UPDATE!

Effective immediately, these organizations may now conduct four (4) raffles per year vs. the previous restriction of two (2) per year and the value of a prize offered or awarded at a raffle that is purchased by the organization or for which the organization provides is increased from $50,000 to $75,000. The bill has been approved by the Governor.

Texas: Emergency order issued to restrict movement of deer from breeding facilities where CWD has been detected

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has issued an “emergency order” to impose additional movement and testing restrictions on deer breeding facilities that are affiliated with six deer breeding facilities where Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) has been positively detected. Click here for more information.

HSC opposes the nomination of David Chipman to be Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)

HSC expressed strong opposition to the nomination of David Chipman to be Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). In a letter to Charles E. Schumer, Majority Leader and Mitch McConnell, Republican Leader, Mr. Chipman’s longstanding public activism against Second Amendment freedoms and hunting heritage were noted. There is a genuine concern that Mr. Chipman’s appointment would lead to the undermining of our Second Amendment rights through punitive administrative actions. Mr. Chipman has demonstrated a long record of radical anti-firearm statements and actions. These give rise to our concern that, if confirmed, Mr. Chipman will take proactive steps to impede gun ownership, and hunting and recreational shooting in a manner that detrimentally impacts wildlife conservation and management.

Houston Safari Club (HSC) is a 501(c)(4) non-profit organization dedicated to legislative and policy initiatives that may affect the future of hunting. HSC supports initiatives that protect the tradition of hunting and hunters’ rights. We take an active role in efforts to effect policy, protocols, and legislation. Our mission is to protect the rights of hunters and the hunting heritage through advocacy, policy, and legislation. Houston Safari Club (HSC) is a non-profit organization, exempt from federal income tax, under section 501(c)(4) of the United States Internal Revenue Code. Payments to HSC are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes. Please contact your tax advisor concerning deductibility of any payments as business deductions. HSC EIN: 76-0082197. HSC is an independent organization, is not affiliated with Safari Club International (SCI) or its affiliates and is not a chapter or affiliate of any other organization.

(Houston, TX- June 23, 2021) Houston Safari Club Foundation (HSCF) and WildLife Partners, LLC announce their continued partnership efforts to support youth education, scholarships, and conservation.

2021-2022 will see the ongoing partnership of WildLife Partners and HSCF to support HSCF’s mission to preserve the sport of hunting through education, conservation, and the promotion of our hunting heritage. Wildlife Partners has been an avid supporter of conservation and education since its beginning.

Chris Gilroy​, WildLife Partners Co‑Founder and CCO, stated, “For the 5th straight year, we are very excited to renew our partnership with the Houston Safari Club Foundation. It’s been a great relationship and only gets better each and every year.  Not only does the financial commitment provide a great ROI, but we’ve also developed friendships that will last a lifetime.”

“WildLife Partners once again demonstrates their commitment to conservation. HSCF is grateful to continue our partnership with Wildlife Partners to help secure the future of hunting,” stated Joe Betar, Executive Director, Houston Safari Club Foundation.

About WildLife Partners, LLC
WildLife Partners has developed the most innovative conservation program to have ever been implemented. By marrying conservation with a capitalistic approach, we have attracted millions of dollars of investment capital. The investment is directed specifically towards breeding sustainable populations of threatened and endangered wildlife from all over the world. Because these animals have value as living creatures and can easily be sold to other conservation minded people, there is a seeming unending market for them. Breeding these animals can be highly profitable while simultaneously giving participants an emotional gratification that they are protecting wildlife that likely won’t exist in the future without programs like ours. For more information, visit our website at wildlifepartners.com or call 1-866-377-3000.

About Houston Safari Club Foundation
Houston Safari Club Foundation (HSCF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to preserve the sport of hunting through education, conservation, and the promotion of our hunting heritage. HSCF has awarded 550 scholarships totaling $2.5 million dollars. HSCF conducts youth outdoor education programs, career training, hunter education and field experiences throughout the year. HSCF has provided over $4 million in grants for hunter-funded wildlife, habitat, and various conservation initiatives. HSCF is an independent organization, is not affiliated with Safari Club International (SCI) or its affiliates and is not a chapter or affiliate of any other organization. Visit our website at wehuntwegive.org or call 713.623.8844 for more information. HSCF. We Hunt. We Give.

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Texas HB 2213 – Relating to the slaughter and processing of exotic animals for donation to a nonprofit food bank: UPDATE!

Texas Representative John Frullo (R-District 84) introduced legislation (H.B. No. 2213) to allow for the donation of exotic animals to nonprofit food banks. Hunters donate thousands of pounds of white-tailed deer meat to nonprofits each year, to be used as a protein source for food banks, which feed thousands of people. The donation of exotic animals (Axis deer for example) is not currently allowed in the state of Texas. The amount of donated meat would greatly increase if the donation of exotics would be allowed. Please ask your Texas Representatives and Senators to co-sponsor this bill and to vote in favor of passage. HSC provided testimony in favor of the bill before the House Public Health Committee on 03/24/21. The bill was approved in the House and the Senate and has been sent to the Governor for signature. Learn more HERE

Texas HB 2757 – Relating to the eligibility of certain nonprofit wildlife conservation associations to conduct charitable raffles: UPDATE!

This piece of legislation has been revised to allow for four (4) raffles per year vs. the current restriction of two (2) per year and to increase value of a prize offered or awarded at a raffle that is purchased by the organization or for which the organization provides from $50,000 to $75,000. The bill has been approved in the House and Senate and has been sent to the Governor for signature. HSC had requested the bill markup include provisions to allow nonprofits the ability to sell raffle tickets beyond an organization’s previously identified supporters, market a raffle statewide to the general public via mass communication and sell raffle tickets online. The bill was approved in the House and has been received in the Senate. HSC is currently evaluating options to introduce language via a Senate companion bill that is more beneficial to nonprofit fundraising efforts and feels the language in the current bill is more limiting than helpful. Learn more HERE

HSC joins in support of purchase of new helicopter for TPWD

HSCF joined forces with several other groups to ask the Texas legislature to support a much-needed purchase of a new helicopter for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. The aircraft will be used for various purposes, from wildlife surveys to law enforcement and search and rescue duties. TPWD requested to fund the $6.5 million purchase price from Fund 9. Read letter HERE

HSC requests support for wildlife crossing measures advanced by the Environment and Public Works Committee during the 116th Congress

HSC, in tandem with other wildlife conservation groups, expressed their support for the bipartisan wildlife crossing measures advanced by the Environment and Public Works Committee during the 116th Congress. These wildlife crossings will be crucial to help reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions and enhance fish and wildlife habitat connectivity. Read letter HERE

HSC supports passage of Texas Sunset bill to support TPWD

HSC, in association with several other conservation groups, expressed their support to the Texas legislature to pass the Sunset bill (SB 700) in support of funding and the continuation of operations for the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department. For more information go HERE

Houston Safari Club (HSC) is a 501(c)(4) non-profit organization dedicated to legislative and policy initiatives that may affect the future of hunting. HSC supports initiatives that protect the tradition of hunting and hunters’ rights. We take an active role in efforts to effect policy, protocols, and legislation. Our mission is to protect the rights of hunters and the hunting heritage through advocacy, policy, and legislation. Houston Safari Club (HSC) is a non-profit organization, exempt from federal income tax, under section 501(c)(4) of the United States Internal Revenue Code. Payments to HSC are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes. Please contact your tax advisor concerning deductibility of any payments as business deductions. HSC EIN: 76-0082197. HSC is an independent organization, is not affiliated with Safari Club International (SCI) or its affiliates and is not a chapter or affiliate of any other organization.