Kids in Nature!

It is important for future generations to understand the importance of conservation and the integral role hunting plays in it. However, there is a growing body of research showing that instilling conservation begins with fostering knowledge, appreciation, and a deep connection to nature. The desire to conserve wild animals and wild places is positively associated with direct time spent outdoors. However, globally we are experiencing a crisis with our youth. Youth are spending up to 90% of their time indoors and 5-7+ hours daily on screens. Beginning in 2010 with the introduction of the smart phone, our youth have gone away from a play-based childhood with time spent outdoors to a phone-based childhood spent indoors. They are not fostering a deep appreciation and connection to nature.

The seeds of getting our youth away from screens and outdoors are being successfully planted as an outcome of a Kids in Nature Conference in Denmark at Brahetrolleborg Castle sponsored by SCI Foundation, Hunters Legacy Fund, SCI Europe, SCI Kingdom of Denmark, Brahetrolleborg Estate, Leica, Swarovski, Blaser, Bygma, and Global Trophy Logistics. At the conference forty-three participants from SCI Europe Chapters, European NGO’s, SCIF, and Sables, gathered to strategize on how to combat the crisis that is facing our youth and form a global network linking outdoor education, conservation, and hunting traditions.

Please join us in this seminar to learn about the benefits of getting youth outdoors and how it increases the likelihood of them supporting and participating in hunting, angling, and shooting sports. Learn how you, your SCI chapter, or organization can participate in and support this endeavor.”

It is crucial for future generations to understand the importance of conservation and the integral role that hunting plays in it. However, a growing body of research shows that instilling a conservation mindset begins with fostering knowledge, appreciation, and a deep connection to nature. The desire to conserve wildlife and natural places is strongly associated with the amount of time spent outdoors.

Unfortunately, we are currently facing a crisis with our youth. They are spending up to 90% of their time indoors, with 5-7+ hours each day spent on screens. Since the introduction of smartphones in 2010, our children have shifted from a play-based childhood spent outdoors to a screen-based childhood largely indoors. As a result, they are not developing a deep appreciation or connection to nature.

Positive steps toward reversing this trend were taken at the Kids in Nature Conference held at Brahetrolleborg Castle in Denmark. The event was sponsored by SCI Foundation, the Hunters Legacy Fund, SCI Europe, SCI Kingdom of Denmark, Brahetrolleborg Estate, Leica, Swarovski, Blaser, Bygma, and Global Trophy Logistics. At the conference, 43 participants from SCI Europe Chapters, European NGOs, SCIF, and Sables gathered to strategize on how to address the crisis facing our youth. They also worked to form a global network linking outdoor education, conservation, and hunting traditions.

Please join us for this seminar to learn about the benefits of getting youth outdoors and how it increases the likelihood of their supporting and participating in hunting, angling, and shooting sports. Learn how you, your SCI chapter, or organization can participate in and support this important endeavor.

Discussion to prepare you for an international hunt and the regulatory processes involved in importing your hunting trophies into the United States.

The African leopard is a remarkably adapted predator, admired by hunters and wildlife enthusiasts alike.

As one of the Africa’s iconic “Big Five” trophy species, it holds particular significance within the safari hunting tradition. This seminar will provide an in-depth look into the lives of these extraordinary animals, as well as the research and conservation initiatives SCIF is leading across Africa.

Master the Setup Process That Separates Missed Shots from Ethical Kills.

Your rifle’s accuracy lives or dies by how your optic is installed. In this essential seminar, retired SEAL Scout Sniper Instructor Steve Messer walks you through the precision setup process that serious hunters use to trust their rifle in the field. You’ll learn how to select the right rings and bases, level your reticle, calculate proper sight height, and apply torque the right way—so your scope holds zero, tracks true, and performs when it counts.

The Relationship Between Predators and Prey

First presented at the 2025 SCI Conference, this seminar addresses the complex relationship between predators and prey and how to develop and manage predation to protect vulnerable prey. Managing predation is necessary for wildlife reintroduction, to protect critical habitats and to improve the survival of depressed populations.

“If I knew how bad it was, I would have done things much differently.”

After 34 years as a hearing doctor, I have heard this quote from thousands of patients who were seeking my help for hearing loss. Their biggest regret was not protecting their hearing from loud noise and music at a young age, but especially while hunting and shooting. Traditional hearing protection products protected the ear fine, but often resulted in a poor hunting/ hearing experience, so hunters chose to risk damage rather than protect.

In this seminar, Dr. Bill, Owner/ Founder of TETRA Hearing, will review topics like how the ear works, hearing with your brain, best strategies for optimized protection and breaking down the research proving that hearing loss is highly correlated with Alzheimer’s & Dementia. Hearing loss is NOT an inconsequential part of aging and in today’s world of advanced technology, there are options to correct and protect ears and brains that were unheard of (pun intended) a decade ago. In the past few years there are now options to optimize Hearing, Hunting and Health that are truly revolutionary. Join Dr. Bill in an enlightening, engaging and educational presentation on Why Real Men Wear Protection. Your future self – and everyone else one in your life – will be grateful that you did!

Discover the unique advantages of direct investment in private oil drilling projects.

With today’s strong oil prices and the potential for exceptional profits, investors have an unprecedented opportunity to build wealth while benefiting from significant tax advantages. Vertical Petroleum Industries (VPI) will guide you through selecting the right project, understanding the 100% tax write-off available on initial investments, and exploring how strategic diversification can help reduce risk and enhance returns. Join us to learn how VPI’s proven approach has driven success for both the company and its investors.