Safari Club International was founded in 1971, and based on three principles: Wildlife Conservation, Education and Advocacy of Hunting and Hunters’ Rights.

Benefits of becoming a member include:
Safari Times. The monthly newspaper typically packed with articles and issues about wildlife conservation, legislation updates on issues affecting your hunting privileges, education reports, global hunting reports and shooting sports information.


Safari Magazine. This award-winning publication is published six times a year and is devoted to worldwide big game hunting. Read about exciting hunting expeditions written by the hunter, for the hunter. The world-renowned full-color magazine is designed to entertain and inform the members.

Governmental Affairs. SCI’s Washington Office is headed by the Director of Wildlife Conservation and Governmental Affairs, who is responsible for support to five of SCI’s Committees; Conservation, Governmental Affairs, Ethics, Bylaws and Legal Task Force.

Annual International Hunter Convention. Mingle with worldwide hunters, celebrities, outfitters, guides, taxidermists, outdoor writers and people just like you. You will have access to exhibitor booths, seminars, silent and live auctions and evening events.


Reports. All SCI members get the facts and figures on where to go for that special hunting trip. Research and read updates on important hunting issues and reports from your fellow members and guides and outfitters around the world.


SCI’s Record Book of Trophy Animals. Submit your entries into the world’s most accepted record book. The mission of Safari Club International. All SCI members receive handsome window and luggage decals, a wallet-sized membership card and a membership certificate to proudly display.


Programs and Education
Conservation: Millions of dollars are allocated to programs,
grants, trusts and equipment designed to preserve wildlife.
Education programs include:
The American Wilderness Leadership School, where students and teachers discover the wise use of our natural resources and how vital they are to the future in Granite Ranch, which is southeast of Jackson, WY.
Apprentice Hunter’s Program, instructs proper handling and safety of firearms.
Sportsmen Against Hunger, hunters donate game to the hungry.
Sensory Safari, visually impaired individuals discover wildlife through the sense of touch.
Safari Care, professionals offer assistance to individuals in third-world countries.
Disabled Hunter, this program promotes opportunities for
disabled hunters to experience hunting traditions and heritage.
Safari Wheels, is a new and unusual project focusing on helping the victims of land mine tragedy.
International Wildlife Museum provides wildlife appreciation through exhibits, nature films, interactive computer technology and hands-on learning areas.


In addition, on a local level, chapters like SCI Carolinas, further Safari Club International’s mission. Assisting these chapters are SCI Field Representatives who help with fund raising, conservation and educational programs.

Join Carolinas Chapter of Safari Club International

Safari Club International is the leader in protecting the freedom to hunt and in promoting wildlife
conservation worldwide. When you join SCI, you become a better informed hunter and conservationist,
and your dues work to protect your rights to hunt around the world. SCI is the organization that cares
about responsible hunting and conservation….and does something about it.

Benefits of joining SCI include:

• Free subscription to SCI's bi-monthly SAFARI magazine and monthly Safari Times newspaper, SCI Record Book eligibility and Annual Hunters' Convention invitation (entrance fees still apply).

• National member certificate, red and white member card and logo stickers.

• Local chapter meetings, activities, events and fellowship.

Please make your check for $100 payable to SCI (Safari Club International). Mail check to the
following address:

Carolinas Chapter of SCI
c/o Bob Gaskin
9664 Thorn Blade Drive
Charlotte, NC 28270

Or, Apply by Phone: @ (704) 544-7990

If you are not currently an SCI member, please call the number above for information on becoming a member. New Member Application PDF