Houston Safari Club Foundation

Have you checked out the official HSCF Gear Store?

That means you can shop HSCF merch ALL YEAR LONG, no more waiting for pre-orders.

Rep HSCF anytime with hoodies, tees, hats, and more.

👉 HSCFgear.com

2027 Award Applications Available NOW!

Each year, Houston Safari Club Foundation honors excellence in hunting, photography, conservation, and service among its members. Join us at our awards banquet, at our annual convention, to celebrate our winners. Enter yourself or nominate a qualified candidate today!

📸Winner Hunting Dog: Derek Ham

https://hscfdn.org/awards/

Looking back at where we’ve been and getting excited for what’s ahead.

Secure your spot at one of the 2027 Convention banquets and save with early bird pricing today - ends 12/1/26.

https://hscfdn.org/convention-attendees/

WE ARE BACK!

NEW podcast episode available NOW!

Jon Allen grew up exploring the outdoors in Utah and Colorado, which inspired a lifelong passion for hunting and optics. After building a successful career with Redfield and Nikon in the sport optics industry, he co-founded TRACT Optics to create high-quality, customer-focused products for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts.

https://hscfdn.org/hunting-matters-podcast/

After a brief vacation, our podcast, Hunting Matters, is back starting Monday!

An acclaimed weekly podcast celebrating the wonders of the great outdoors. Join Joe Betar, Executive Director of HSCF, as he delves into captivating discussions with a diverse array of guests. From hunting and fishing to sport shooting, conservation, policy, and even culinary arts, this podcast covers it all. Hunting Matters may be found on your preferred podcast platform. Subscribe and review today!

https://hscfdn.org/hunting-matters-podcast/

Did you know that HSCF has awarded over 717 scholarships, totaling more than $3.38 MILLION dollars since 1999 via their Dan L Duncan scholarship program?

Meet 2025/26 scholarship recipient Abby Dwelle, a Graduate Research Assistant pursuing her M.S. in Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management at Texas A&M University.

Originally from Richmond, Virginia, Abby’s passion for the outdoors began exploring her grandfather’s Maryland farm and grew through hunting, hiking, and studying wildlife biology at Clemson University. Today, her research focuses on javelina populations in South Texas, using helicopter surveys and habitat modeling to better understand species distribution and interactions with invasive wild pigs.

Through our scholarship program, we’re proud to support students like Abby who are advancing wildlife conservation and shaping the future of wildlife research and management.

https://hscfdn.org/scholarship/

Get ready to put your business in front of one of the most passionate hunting audiences in the world!
January 15-17, 2027
The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center

The 2027 HSCF Worldwide Hunting Expo & Convention is your chance to connect directly with thousands of passionate hunters actively looking for new products, services, and experiences. With strong foot traffic, powerful marketing, and unmatched networking opportunities, this is where visibility turns into real business growth.

Secure your booth, grow your customer base, and position your brand alongside a trusted leader in the hunting community. Don’t miss your opportunity to stand out. Register now and be part of something big.

https://hscfdn.org/exhibitors/

New Bureau of Land Management Ruling Preserves Off-Road Access to U.S. Public Lands

The Trump Administration has officially repealed the 2024 Public Lands Rule, restoring a multi-use framework for public trails.

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LWFC gives final approval to NOI for 2026 Louisiana black bear hunting season

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The DIY Hunter’s Guide to Texas: Mastering Self-Sufficiency

This guide breaks down how to thrive as a self-sufficient hunter in Texas, covering public land tactics, e-scouting tools, essential gear, and a complete field-to-fork workflow.

Read more here: https://hscfdn.org/the-diy-hunters-guide-to-texas-scouting-gear-success/