What a great 2026 SCI convention last week in Nashville, Tennessee. Below are a few taxidermy pictures from the convention:



Replica snow leopard - I was so amazed by this artwork and trophy mount that I went to the Conroe Taxidermy booth nearby and asked them how they got a real snow leopard into the states…they replied its a replica. The only snow leopard mount, replica or otherwise, that I have ever seen.



Replica South American jaguar and a brown hyena. Both...

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I went back to Alaska last year for 5 months after being gone 16 years .I was shocked that reloading was disapearing in Alaska big time with people under 35 .I also went to several large gun shops and very few had reloading supplies .I dont know any kids down here that reload .I did see lots old reloading equipment left to their kids and it was being sold by their kids .I took lots of kids hunting but only got to teach one to reload .Its alot of work in Alaska my ammo for 338-378 weatherby...

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The USA has labelled both Canada and the EU as threats to their "National Security" in order to justify new duties declared by their military Commander-in-Chief on the international trade of steel and aluminum. So I suggest that USA made products such as firearms and ammunition should be sold exclusively within the USA so Canada and Europe can help our esteemed neighbour defend themselves and improve their national security. Sadly, I have come to the conclusion that Canadians and Europeans...

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I prchased a Giraffe hunt from the PHASA. The hunt was donated to PHASA by Koringkoppie Safaris in Limpopo. It was for 4 days of hunting, trophy fee for giraffe, lodging and food for hunter and guest, and a $150 airport pickup fee. Soon after I bought the hunt I contacted the owner of koringkoopie safaris Mr. Jacques Combrinck. I asked him about dates and sending his price list. I also found out his wife was a bird taxidermist. After looking at his pricelist I contacted him about hunting...

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Just a few weeks away from first my Cape buffalo and Africa hunt in Zimbabwe with CMS. Can't believe it's almost here. I know I have to buy a couple of light safari outfits, long pants I guess and short sleeve shirts. I think camo is not allowed. Any particular online stores sell these? I looked at Cabela and didn't see much. Would appreciate any other items you guys would suggest that I need to take. I'm not taking a firearm and will be renting there. I did get Jim Green boots...

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