• Know Before You Go

    11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

    Location: 201B

    Speaker(s):
    Michael Coppersmith

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

  • Big Cats, Big Impact: Insight into the SCIF’s Big Cat Conservation Program

    12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

    Location: 202A

    Speaker(s):
    Dr. Daniel Scognamillo

    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.

  • Precision Rifle Optic Setup: Dominate Distance with a Dialed-In Rifle

    1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

    Location: 201A

    Speaker(s):
    Steve Messer

    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.

  • Predation Management for Wildlife Protection

    1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

    Location: 202A

    Speaker(s):
    Mike Bodenchuk

    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.

  • Hearing, Hunting and Health: Why Real Men Wear Protection!

    2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

    Location: 201B

    Speaker(s):
    Dr. Bill Dickinson, AuD

    “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!

  • Unlocking Wealth Through Oil: Tax Advantages and Investment Strategies for Maximum Returns

    3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

    Location: 201A

    Speaker(s):
    Dan Sauer

    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.

  • Thermal Vs. Night Vision: What’s the Difference?

    3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

    Location: 202A

    Speaker(s):
    Kevin Reese

    This thermal vs. night-vision seminar shares the brief histories and differences between the two technologies to better arm consumers for purchasing decisions, technological understand and realistic device expectations in the field while also offering industry perspective at where thermal technology is at in 2026!