Secretary Zinke Announces the Creation of the International Wildlife Conservation Council

Original Press Release Link Here WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke announced the creation of the International Wildlife Conservation Council. The Council will provide advice and recommendations to the Secretary of the Interior. It will focus on increased public awareness domestically regarding conservation, wildlife law enforcement, and economic benefits that result […]

The Hunting World To Gather In Dallas

One of the world’s fastest growing outdoor conventions and expos, the 2018 DSC Convention will return to Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center and Omni Hotel Dallas in Downtown Dallas. This year’s theme is Legacy. The dates for The Greatest Hunters’ Convention on the Planet™ are Jan. 4-7, 2018, Thursday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 5:30 […]

"Legacy" Media Credential Pre-Registration Open

(Nov. 6, 2017- DALLAS) − Media members interested in starting the new year right by attending the 2018 DSC Convention, January 4-7, can pre-register for credentials now. One of the world’s fastest growing outdoor conventions and expos, the 2018 DSC Convention will return to Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center and Omni Hotel Dallas in Downtown […]

2018 "Legacy" Auction Item Spotlight- Raj Paul Ibex Bronze

“Here’s Lookin’ At You” – Signed and numbered ibex bronze by Raj Paul – measures 27″x17″W.  This artwork by long-time DSC supporter & award winning artist Raj Paul shows an ibex standing proudly on a cliff. The bronze is mounted on a handsome granite on wood base with a built in turn table to facilitate ease […]

Good News: Investing in Conservation Makes a Difference

Conservation news can be depressing with yet another new species heading toward extinction seemingly every week. Does any of the money and effort for biodiversity actually save anything? The short answer is yes. A recent study published in Nature verified that biodiversity was threatened less in countries that spent more money on conservation efforts. For […]

USFWS: Lion Hunting and Import Status Explained

When the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service declared protection of two lion subspecies (Panthera leo leo and Panthera leo melanochaita) under the Endangered Species Act in 2015, they also confirmed that well-managed, science-based sport hunting could provide benefit. To uphold that statement, the Service allows imports of sport hunted trophies that come from countries with […]

DSC Supports EPA Action To Rescind Pebble Veto Due To New Mine Plan

DSC agrees with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) settlement with the Pebble Partnership that rescinds its 2014 “Proposed Determination.” This step will not guarantee or prejudge a particular outcome, but allows the operator of the mine to present a plan to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and undergo a rigorous environmental, economic and […]

North American Hunt Recap

As November begins, many hunting seasons remain open or are set to open soon. In the meantime, here’s how some seasons have already fared across North America. Tennessee Hunters in Tennessee took eight bull elks in October, setting a record single-season harvest. Both the number of permits and the length of hunts were increased for […]

How to Volunteer for the DSC Convention

On Oct. 5, over 110 people gathered at the DSC Office for the second DSC 100 meeting. Throughout the evening of food and fellowship, 24 people signed up to volunteer, filling 59 committee slots. For five of the new sign-ups, Legacy will be their first time to volunteer with DSC. If you wish to volunteer, […]