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Craig Boddington - LVSCI 2023 GUest Speaker

Craig Boddington: 2023 Banquet Guest Speaker

December 6, 2022

Craig Boddington will be our our special guest speaker both days of the LVSCI 2023 Banquet. During his hunting career Craig has gained extensive experience on six continents. His first “international hunt” occurred in northern British Columbia, in 1973; he made his first safari to Africa to Kenya, in 1977. He completed the African Big…

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LVSCI Spotlight

Remembering Donald E. Meske

January 18, 2023

Don was a member of the Safari Club International, serving as president of the Lehigh Valley Chapter of SCI from 2001-2003.  Don’s hobbies included deer and turkey hunting…

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January 17 Meeting: Clyde DeHart Jr of Whitetails Unlimited

December 18, 2022

Let’s talk Whitetails! Clyde DeHart Jr of Whitetails Unlimited is our January 17 Dinner Meeting Guest Speaker. Clyde will be sharing his expert insights into Whitetail Food Plot…

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Protecting the freedom to hunt & Promoting Wildlife Conservation

The SCI Mission and Purpose

The mission of SCI is to protect the freedom to hunt and to promote wildlife conservation worldwide while its purposes are as follows: To advocate, preserve and protect the rights of all hunters;To promote safe, legal and ethical hunting and related activities.Engage in advocacy within the limits imposed by law and regulation, to monitor, support, educate or…

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About Lehigh Valley SCI

In 1977, after hearing about a new organization called Safari Club International, a small group of hunters from Lehigh Valley decided to form a local chapter. With the leadership and direction of the founding  President, Cook Schiavone, the Lehigh Valley Chapter of Safari Club International was born.  Their main objectives were to support hunter’s rights and show the local…

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President’s Message

In 2013 I received an invitation and attended my first Lehigh Valley Chapter SCI event. My wife and I were fresh off our first destination hunting trip to South Africa the year before and were still excited from the adventure. The banquet was nothing short of amazing. I was taken back by the comradery and…

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LVSCI Scholarships

Scholarships

Education makes a difference in wildlife conservation. The LVSCI is committed to preserving and fostering the passion of the outdoors. Part of our multi-dimensional mission is to pass on the knowledge to our peers and youth to continue our outdoor heritage.  We think you’ll agree… there is no better way to learn about the outdoors…

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“Join us to protect hunting and the conservation of wildlife throughout the Lehigh Valley area and around the world”

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Our chapter lost a good man last week. Past-president Don Meske passed away Friday, January 13th. Don was instrumental in starting our Charitable Foundation and was also involved with getting the 1st Governor’s elk tag in to law in PA. He was described by a friend as “ a man who never stopped giving”.

https://lvsci.org/remembering-donald-e-meske/
Who is headed to Nashville in February?  Be sure to put in that LVSCI is your referring chapter when you register.  Our code is PALEH.  The photo below shows where to add the code during registration.
Big news for LVSCI:

I received a call from national earlier this week.  Lehigh Valley has been unanimously selected to receive the Chapter of the Year award for all the work we have completed in 2022. Three chapter of the year awards are presented each year; one for membership under 200 members, one for international chapters and one for our group, membership over 200 members.  LVSCI is the third largest chapter sitting at 557 members, behind only, Houston (1030 members) and Alaska (597 members).  2022 was a big year for us with numerous projects completed for veterans, youth/education and conservation. None of these would have been possible if it wasn't for the massive support we receive from you; our members, our donors and our contributors.  As president of your chapter, I can’t say enough how proud I am to represent you but the credit for this accomplishment is shared by the entire board of directors.  We have a GREAT team that serve the chapter tirelessly.  I can't wait to see what 2023 brings.  For now, thank you to all and best wishes to everyone for a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Sincerely,

Bob Newland
President LVSCI
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Last year we sold out of one and almost sold out of the other. Big Money Ticket is $100 and includes admission into the Friday banquet/auction. Gun tickets are $50 each or 3 for $100 and get drawn at the Saturday Evening banquet/auction. Contact a board member for tickets or reach out to me, Bob Newland. 
Thank you for your support!!!

DO NOT PURCHASE FROM ANYONE OTHER THAN A BOARD MEMBER. There are too many scammers out there these days.
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Remembering Donald E. Meske

Don was a member of the Safari Club International, serving as president of the Lehigh Valley Chapter of SCI from 2001-2003.  Don’s hobbies included deer and turkey hunting in both Michigan and Pennsylvania, world-wide hunting in Australia, Congo, Ethiopia, South Africa, Mongolia, Kamchatka Russia, New Zealand, Newfoundland, British Columbia, Tajikistan, Resolute Bay Nunavut, and Alaska.  He bagged the “Big Five” in Africa.  Don loved…

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January 17 Meeting: Clyde DeHart Jr of Whitetails Unlimited

Let’s talk Whitetails! Clyde DeHart Jr of Whitetails Unlimited is our January 17 Dinner Meeting Guest Speaker. Clyde will be sharing his expert insights into Whitetail Food Plot Management Success, Trail Camera Management, Aging Deer and Much More! In 2008 Clyde started a 2400 acre hunt club with an extensive Conservation management program including food plot and camera testing while working with seed companies…

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November Meeting: Todd Ellis, NRA Life Member

Todd Ellis is an Benefactor Life NRA member and ardent supporter of NRA-ILA, law enforcement, Scouting, competitive shooting, hunting, and firearm training. …

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LVSCI Supports 13th annual PVF Women’s Hunt

To Lehigh Valley Chapter SCI Board and Members, Thank you very much for your donation of $500 to help pay for birds…

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LISTEN: LVSCI President Bob Newland on Rut and River Pursuits Podcast

LVSCI President Bob Newland Podcast joined Rut and River Pursuits Podcast. In this week’s Sonic Campfire, Bob discusses the global efforts of…

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Hunters Helping the Hungry

2,000,000+ Donated Meals

LVSCI is proud to support Hunters Helping the Hungry (HHH), a 501C.3 non-profit started in 1997. The goal is to raise money…

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Alaska: Climbing for White Gold – Part 2

Soon it was time to head up the mountain to set up spike camp at the top.  With rifle in hand and…

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Alaska: Climbing for White Gold – Part 1

When LVSCI Vice President- Bob Newland booked his Alaska mountain goat hunt, he knew fully well it would be a difficult, physically…

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Feb 14
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

February 14 – Board Meeting

Mar 10
March 10 - March 11

March 10-11 – Annual Banquet and Auction

Apr 18
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

April 18 – Board Meeting

May 11
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Lehigh Valley Sporting Clays

Jun 20
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

June 20 – Board Meeting

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Safari Club International Lehigh Valley Chapter
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Safari Club: Science proves that New Jersey needs a bear hunt | Opinion

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There has been a 232% increase in damage and nuisance complaints from black bear interactions within a 12-month period.
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Hunting is conservation!When reports came in of an old, monstrous mountain lion wreaking mortal havoc on a rural community in western Colorado, former Broncos lineman and lifelong hunter Derek Wolfe jumped at the opportunity to grab his bow, his hunting license and take to the mountains to track the cat down. After a grueling trek up and down the mountains of Colorado’s western slope, Derek was able to harvest the lion and get an impressive photo that shows the true size of the beast!

Colorado Parks and Wildlife confirmed Derek hunted this mountain legally and ethically. Legal and regulated hunting is a crucial part of wildlife population management in Colorado. The only problem? Anti-hunting extremist groups are furious and have encouraged and even facilitated threats against Derek and his family.

SCI stands with Derek and all hunters who should be able to honor America’s hunting heritage and participate in real conservation without enduring ridicule and threats of violence from ignorant, radical activists. #FirstForHunters Derek Wolfe Tucker Carlson
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Hunting is conservation!
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  • November Meeting: Todd Ellis, NRA Life Member
  • Craig Boddington: 2023 Banquet Guest Speaker
  • LVSCI Supports 13th annual PVF Women’s Hunt

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Feb 14
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

February 14 – Board Meeting

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March 10 - March 11

March 10-11 – Annual Banquet and Auction

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April 18 – Board Meeting

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