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Houston, TX – Houston Safari Club (HSC) recently concluded its 2017 Annual Convention and Hunting Expo. Daily pedestrian traffic in the expo hall and attendance at the banquet fundraising events were at an all-time high. This year’s theme was “Into the Wild”, and visitors were able to experience the thrill of the outdoors from the moment they entered the hall. The Saturday night Gala included the auction of the coveted Texas Desert Bighorn Sheep Reserve Tag. The tag was sold for an incredible $120,000 – the second highest bid ever for this tag. Awarded by Texas Parks and Wildlife, the majority of the proceeds are donated back to the Texas Desert Bighorn sheep program. ”A big thanks to all our exhibitors and donors for making this year’s convention and expo a resounding success, said JD Burrows, this year’s Convention Chair.  “Visitors this year saw some of the most diverse adventure

Houston, TX – Houston Safari Club (HSC) announces the ability for hunters worldwide to bid online for live auction items as part of its annual Convention and Hunting Expo. The 2017 event will take place January 13-15 at the Woodlands Waterway Marriot, The Woodlands, TX. Friday and Saturday night live auction items are now available for online bidding via onlinehuntingauctions.com. Bidders will find the Friday auction at onlinehuntingauctions.com/2017-HSC-Live-Auction_as43573 and the Saturday auction at onlinehuntingauctions.com/2017-HSC-Live-Auction_as45510. These auctions feature gear, excursions around the world, and more! Bidders are encouraged to login now, build a profile, review the auction items and start bidding. Then, on both Friday and Saturday nights during Convention, log back in and participate in the intensity and action of online bidding during our live auctions! The 2017 Saturday night auction includes the coveted Texas Desert Bighorn Sheep Reserve Tag. Awarded by Texas Parks and Wildlife, the majority of the

Houston, TX – Houston Safari Club (HSC) is pleased to announce the move and expansion of its annual Convention & Worldwide Hunting Expo. Beginning January 2018, the HSC event will be held at the George R. Brown Convention Center in downtown Houston, TX. The move allows HSC to accommodate the ever-expanding list of exhibitors that wish to be part of the annual event. The new location affords 104,000 sq. ft. of exhibit space at a central location within Houston. The newly redesigned convention center and adjacent plazas are a destination for locals and tourists. Education programs and evening fundraising events will be hosted by Hilton-Americas Houston Hotel. “While we held successful conventions for many years in our previous location, it was necessary to relocate to a larger, more centrally located venue. We are excited to host our annual Convention at the newly renovated George R. Brown Convention Center. The increased

Houston Safari Club signs on to the letter urging the energy conference committee for the inclusion of the Bipartisan Sportsmen’s Act of 2015 (S.405) and other sportsmen-conservationist provisions that are contained in the House-passed SHARE Act (H.2406) in the final conferenced comprehensive energy legislation. Energy Conference AWCP Fishnet Letter

Houston, TX – Houston Safari Club (HSC), a leader in education, conservation and hunters’ rights, is proud to announce the strengthening of its partnership with the MidwayUSA Foundation. The MidwayUSA Foundation has generously accepted Houston Safari Club’s 501(c)(3) Foundation, the American Conservation and Education Society (ACES), as a partner to participate in its Donor Designated Endowment Program. The MidwayUSA Foundation, founded by Larry and Brenda Potterfield, owners of MidwayUSA, is a public charity working to sustain the shooting sports industry by providing long-term funding to youth shooting teams. The endowment program establishes a fund for the benefit of youth shooting sports through charitable organizations. Randy Moeller, MidwayUSA Foundation Executive Director, states, “Every dollar of the $400,000 gift made by Houston Safari Club to our endowment program will be matched and 5% will provide grant funding for their youth program. The mission of HSC’s ACES charity fits perfectly with our mission

Houston, TX – Houston Safari Club (HSC) announces registration for the 2017 Convention and Hunting Expo is now open. The event will take place January 13-15 at the Woodlands Waterway Marriot, The Woodlands, TX. Themed as “Into The Wild” the 2017 event will feature award-winning entertainer Jason Hewlett. Jason presents an incredible one-man show of music, comedy, parody & impressions. The 2017 HSC Convention will also include the opportunity to bid on the coveted Texas Desert Bighorn Sheep Reserve Tag. Awarded by Texas Parks and Wildlife, the majority of the proceeds are donated back to the Texas Desert Bighorn sheep program. This sought-after permit awards one hunter the opportunity to chase a desert bighorn ram between September 2017 and July 2018, taking place on one of three state of Texas Wildlife Management Areas. The winner of this tag will also receive a brand new rifle from Legendary Arms Works (www.legendaryarmsworks.com).