JULY 23-26, 2026 THE GAYLORD TEXAN RESORT - GRAPEVINE, TX OFFICIAL
Earning the hot tub
It was 4:45 a.m. and the humid Texas air already sat on your chest like a malevolent being cackling at you. The landscape seemed designed to repel human ambition — a scornful sun, snakes that will stop you dead, fauna that wants to kill you by a thousand cuts. We ignored all of it and headed out to find the blackbuck of our dreams. It helped considerably that a hot tub was waiting back at the lodge.
Sipping coffee brewed apparently in a Peterbilt engine, we stopped at the bottom of a sea of hills and waited. Our guide Will was from Mississippi, and once you could finally understand him, it was clear he didn't mince words. I discovered this when I fidgeted and he snapped, "Sit like you got some d*mn sense." Hard not to chuckle. But the man meant business.
The sun hauled itself over the cedar breaks with no urgency whatsoever, burning the dark off the hills like it resented the obligation. Will was a statue — motionless, eyes locked on the hillside with the ancient focus of a man who has forgotten more about this than I'll ever know. I fidgeted once more. He didn't have to look at me. He simply knew.
"Still," he murmured. The tone foreclosed all further discussion. Then he locked up like he'd touched a live wire and I followed his eyes up the ridge. There was the blackbuck — jet black, brilliant white, those magnificent corkscrew horns spiraling toward heaven like he'd grown them to humiliate every other creature alive. He owned that ridge completely and knew it.
The crosshairs settled. Half a breath. The trigger broke clean.
The shot rolled across the hills and the silence that followed had genuine weight and dignity.
Will nodded once. From him, a ticker tape parade. "Good buck."
Two words. Perfect. I'd earned every bubble of that hot tub.
Dear Friends,
WELCOME FROM RUSSELL STACY, CEO, DALLAS SAFARI CLUB & DSC FOUNDATION
On behalf of the Dallas Safari Club and DSC Foundation, it is my great pleasure to welcome you to the 2026 DSC Summer Expo & Foundation Gala. We are honored to gather together a global community united by a shared passion for conservation, education, and the enduring traditions of responsible hunting.
This year’s Expo showcases nearly 500 exhibits featuring some of the finest outfitters, firearms and gear manufacturers, artisans, jewelers, and conservation partners from around the world. Whether you are here to plan your next adventure, discover innovative equipment, or simply connect with fellow enthusiasts, we are proud to provide an experience that reflects the very best of our community.
At the heart of this event are our incredible DSC 100 Volunteers. From move-in to move-out, their dedication, professionalism, and genuine hospitality ensure that every exhibitor partner and attendee feels welcomed and supported. Their commitment embodies the spirit of DSC, and we are deeply grateful for the time and energy they give to make this event possible.
As you explore the Expo Hall and participate in our Banquets & Auctions, I encourage you to engage, learn, and celebrate the conservation efforts that unite us. Together, we continue to advance our mission to ensure the conservation of wildlife and wild places for generations to come.
Thank you for being part of this remarkable gathering. We wish you a memorable and rewarding experience.
Warm regards,
Russell Stacy CEO, Dallas Safari Club & DSC Foundation
Why Hunting New Zealand with Glen Dene Should Be on Every Hunter's List
A red stag roars from a hidden gully as first light spills across Lake Hawea. Another answers from a distant ridge, the calm morning air echoing calls through the silence. The lake below lies perfectly still, reflecting snow-capped peaks, pink in the early rays. Before the sun has fully cleared the horizon, the landscape already feels alive with possibility. Few hunting destinations in the world offer this combination of scenery, atmosphere, and opportunity, and nowhere captures it quite like Glen Dene Hunting and Fishing.
New Zealand offers world-class opportunities for red stag, Himalayan tahr, alpine chamois, fallow deer, and a variety of other game species, all in a safe and welcoming destination. English is the primary language, the culture is familiar to most international visitors, and water and food are as clean and pristine as you can find in the world, allowing hunters to focus on enjoying their adventure from the moment they arrive.
At Glen Dene Hunting and Fishing, our location sets us apart. Situated between the crystal-clear waters of Lake Wanaka and Lake Hawea, our private hunting grounds combine world-class hunting with some of the most spectacular scenery in New Zealand. From tussock tops and sheer ridges to undulating hillsides cloaked in scattered scrub, remarkable country unfolds in every direction. Exclusive private land, an extensive network of four-wheel-drive tracks, and side-by-side vehicles allow us to reach exceptional hunting terrain efficiently, maximizing time spent in the field and opening up opportunities across a vast and diverse landscape.
At the foothills of the Southern Alps and surrounded by lakes, rivers, and remote backcountry waterways,
Glen Dene is also ideal for freshwater fishing adventures. Only a short journey away, New Zealand's rugged West Coast provides access to some of the world's most untouched saltwater fisheries. From an action-packed day on the water to a feast of the finest cold-water seafood, few experiences better reflect the richness of New Zealand’s natural resources.
We are within easy reach of Wanaka, one of New Zealand's premier resort towns, and the heart of the Central Otago wine region. Exceptional wineries, restaurants, scenic attractions, and outdoor activities nearby make Glen Dene an ideal destination for non-hunting companions and family members looking to experience another side of New Zealand.
We believe we have found the perfect place to share everything that makes New Zealand special. At the heart of Glen Dene is a genuine appreciation for the lifestyle, traditions, and the land we are fortunate enough to call home, and a commitment to sharing them with all our guests. As a family-owned operation held in the Burdon family since 1929, Glen Dene has always been built around quality rather than quantity. With just six luxury geodomes and our private lodge, guests enjoy a personal experience shaped by
exceptional hospitality and a close-knit team that takes pride in what we do. Together, the world-class hunting and fishing, remarkable scenery, and authentic highcountry hospitality creates a New Zealand experience unlike any other.
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DIAMOND A PALO DURO CANYON RANCH
9,928.12± acres | $17,374,210 Armstrong County, Texas
The stunning Diamond A Palo Duro Canyon ranch encompasses more than 15 square miles of some of the most dramatic and visually striking canyon country found anywhere in the state. The property sits wholly within the Palo Duro Canyon and offers sweeping views in every direction. Across the ranch, broad benches and mesas transition into mesquite-dominated flats, offering natural protection for livestock and exceptional habitat for both native and exotic wildlife. Two major water features cross the ranch: the Prairie Dog Town Fork of the Red River flows for over 3.5 miles and typically runs several months each year, while Coyote Creek is a dramatic 5+ mile seasonal drainage running north–south with high bluffs and scenic overlooks. Natural springs are also found along the bottoms and throughout the property. The Diamond A offers serious sporting potential. Wildlife includes whitetail deer, mule deer, exotics include aoudad and occasionally elk, which migrate through during summer. Turkey, quail, bobcat, coyote and foxes are all plentiful. Set against the canyon backdrop, recent improvements include a 2,250± sq. ft. lodge, two 8-bedroom bunkhouses, and a 4,000± sq. ft. shop. Nearby is a newly built, high-quality steel pipe and panel pen system with water piped to the traps. $1,750 per acre.
LAKEVIEW RANCH
3,450± acres | $27,082,500 Comanche County, Texas
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STANDING CREEK RANCH
1,051± acres | $4,466,750 Clay County, Texas
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EZ DUZ IT @ ROUGH CREEK
2,861± acres | $5,772,000 Fisher County, Texas
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CIRCLE OAKS RANCH
95± acres | $2,900,000 Goliad County, Texas
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A TEXAS EARTHQUAKE Buck fever is real when you are 10
David J. Sams, Lone Star Outdoor News
By Conor Harrison Lone Star outdoor newS
The early morning light had started to brighten just a bit when the mature 9-point strode into the sendero, scatting several younger bucks and does as he pushed his way to a small pile of corn.
Thick neck, big body and short-looking legs told all who saw him that he was the dominant deer on this part of the ranch.
The three of us, myself, my 10-year-old son Boone and the ranch owner, had sat in the same blind the evening before and seen several big, albeit young, bucks come through the sendero. Even though their antlers looked huge, their bodies did not have the look of mature deer. So, we just watched as they fed and chased does in and out of view. Boone enjoyed seeing so many big deer, and was calm and composed as the gun remained in the corner of the blind.
That changed when the go-ahead was given on the big 9-point. The surge of adrenaline we've all felt can overtake even experienced hunters, let alone a young hunter looking to take his first buck.
The shakes began almost immediately. Small at first, like a slight shiver on a cool night. By the time I reached for the rifle and began to slowly place it on the rest looking out of the blind in front of Boone, the entire blind had begun to shake. Buck fever had overtaken him, and there wasn’t a whole lot we could do except smile and wait for him to calm down. By the time the blind had stopped shaking and Boone had regained his composure, the buck had exited stage left, following a doe into the brush. We stayed for another hour, and saw several bigger, younger bucks, which had no effect on the young shooter to my right.
That afternoon, after helping fill feeders and complete some ranch chores, we were back in the same blind hoping to see the mature deer once again. Which we did and had a similar repeat to the morning. A seismic event happening in and around our blind causing it to shake on its foundation, and again a mature buck exiting the sendero before we could calm down enough for a shot. Boone had been to Africa the summer before and taken multiple animals — none had caused him to shake like this big mature white-tailed buck. Buck fever is real.
We gave the blind a rest the next morning, but were back in it once again the next afternoon. A new gameplan was devised, and I told Boone if we saw the buck again, we were not going to waste any time. Get set, get ready and shoot the deer before the adrenaline had a chance to kick in.
About 4 p.m., a quick glance to my left and there he was, striding into view. Without saying a word, I grabbed the .243, put it in the window and told Boone to get ready, just as the deer stepped into view. Boone was ready and took the shot as soon as the buck stopped broadside.
A miss? He didn’t act like he was hit. We saw dirt fly below the buck. Low?
I looked at Boone and asked about the shot. “I was right on him, dad,” followed by the look of severe disappointment at the thought of a miss.
Walking up the sendero to the where the buck was standing. No blood. Heading down the trail he departed on. 50 yards. No blood. Check a different trail. Nothing.
Boone was adamant about his shot placement. Was the scope off? Now, I'm questioning myself. Then, a soft whistle from the ranch owner. I looked to see him another 50 yards down the trail we had given up on a few minutes earlier with a smile. I told Boone to keep looking, even though his excitement was quickly turning into something else at the thought the deer might be gone.
Another 25 yards and a white belly, followed by one of the biggest grins ever and raised fists.
We had survived two Texas earthquakes, and had a fine buck to show for it.
2026 dsc SUMMER Expo AND FOUNDATION GALA
JULY 23-26, 2026
Expo Silent Auction
SUMMER EXPO 2026 RAFFLE PRIZES
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4. KANSAS TROPHY EXPERIENCE
2-Day Bobwhite Quail Hunt For Two Hunters in Kansas. Valued at $4,500
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7. MONARCH NEW ZEALAND
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
"The Lakeside Safari" Attire: Lakeside Safari Chic / Entertainment: Inside Out Band
Speaker: Dr. Jennifer Chatfield, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Fish, Wildlife and Parks
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Smoke & Spurs: DSC's Summer Kickoff
Attire: Boots & Buckles / Speaker: Gray Thornton, Wild Sheep Foundation President & CEO
Saturday, July 25, 2026
7:00 am - 9:00 am
7:00 am - 10:00 am Life Member Appreciation Breakfast & Auction Attire: Business
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm DSC
Attire: Texas Cocktail / Speaker:
9:00 am - 12:00 pm Silent Auction Closes at 12:00 pm, then open for Item/Certificate Pickup
2:00 pm Raffle Drawing at 2:00 pm, then open for Item/Certificate Pickup
3:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Monday, July 27, 2026
7:00 am - 11:00 am Exhibitor Move-Out (Halls A-D)
NON-EXHIBITORS DONORS 2026 SUMMER EXPO COMMITTEE
Abe & Tori Nayfa
African Field Sports
Air2000 Hunters Support Services
Al Biernat's
Argentina's Best Hunting
Aux Arc Fur Traders
Battenkill Farms
Beasley's Fine Jewelry
Big Country Veterans
Brackish
Brian Fienhold
Cajun Queen Fishing Adventures
Choctaw Hunting Lodge
Cindy Swisher
Clyde Wyatt
Collectors Firearms
Congo & Gabon Adventures
Craig Dixon
Cynthie's Wildlife Originals
David Stiff Photography
Dickie Miles Outdoors
Dorchester Shooting Preserve
Double D Ranch
Eda Rose
Eleazar Saenz
Erika Lowry
Fine Art of Marshal Bailey
Fiona Capstick Frontera Wingshooting
Gaylord Texan Resort
Global Rescue
Gundahoo River Outfitters
Herederos Hunting Co. by Rafa & Lucia
Mike Arnold Outdoors
Horseshoe Creek Outfitters
Hunting in Austria, Miesenbach
Huntinspain & Alfonso Fabres
Ibexhuntspain
Jennifer Reffalt
Jim Green Footwear
Joanne Harden
La Palmosa
Ladies' Committee
Larry Weishuhn
Legacy Guides and Outfitters
Liam Urry Safaris
Lipseys / Friend of DSC
Mark & Carol Little
Mark Rose Ranch Sales
Mescalero Big Game Hunts
Mexico Hunts / Sergio Jimenez
Michael Sieve
Old Wolf Taxidermy Cleaning
Phillip Bronkhorst Safaris / Bronkhorst Safaris
Philmont Scout Ranch
Rebecca Creek Distillery
Retrieving Freedom, Inc.
Rockin' Feet / Unique 4 U
Rose Bee Farm & Wood
Working
Rosedale Safaris
Russell & Mary Edith Stacy
Scandinavian ProHunters
Scott & Debbie Tobermann
Sisterhood Outdoors
Sonora Deer Hunting
Stephen H. & Yvonne C. Miller
Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc.
Sunrise Images Photography
Taurus
TenPoint Crossbows
The Iberian Hunting Experience
Van Wijk Safaris
Wanganui Safaris
Warren Wildlife Gallery
Wide Open Outfitters
Wild Sheep Foundation
Worldwide Trophy Adventures
/ Safari River Outfitters
WOW Africa
CHAIRS & CO-CHAIRS
Chief Executive Officer
Russell Stacy
Convention Chair
Chris Ruhman
Rebecca Jones
DSC President
Rick Warren
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Knighton Sample
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Silent Auction
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Traffic
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JULY 23-26, 2026
4Aces Safari Outfitters ....................1003
5 J Ranch 711
African Elephant Hair Bracelets 1202
African Sporting Creations ............... 810
AG Leather 1332
Agara-Elevated Coffee, Elevated Life 1310
Air Armor Tech 125
Alaska Fish Catcher Lodge & Guide 1224
ALGAR SAFARIS - PATAGONIA, ARGENTINA 1019
Alleviate LLC 345
Amazon Xtreme Fishing / Galapagos
Adventures 335
Andy Buchanan - TIA FIVE 518
Andy Sanchez Furniture 1317
Argentina Big Hunting 1221
Armageddon Gear ............................ 634
Arrowhead Land Company, LLC 735
Artisan Co. 323
ARU Game Lodges 1110
Atascosa Wildlife Supply 211
B&B Taxidermy 417
Baranof Jewelers 823
Belvoir Castle Shooting Estate ......... 732
Best of the West Arms 1337
Blaser USA Inc. ................................ 411
Blue Reef Island 1112
BlueQuail Clothing Co. 400
Bowduploaders.com 1244
Bradshaw Gun and Rifle 607
Briarwood Sporting Club .................. 105
Bronze Africa 1522
Cabassa Safaris ............................... 730
Cajun Kooling Outdoor Cooling Fans 741
Candy Woolley Exotic Handbags .....1412
Capital Farm Credit................................ 623
Carlson Fine Art Studio 505
Carnegie Sporting ............................ 421
Cascade Fur Salon 609
Cashmere Caveman Co. 334
CATEGORY SPORTS 1400
CATENA SAFARIS ARGENTINA ........... 725
Cattle Cartel 1435
Cazapampa 845
Cedar Cove Ranch 631
Cedar Eaters of Texas 822
CHAMPION RANCH .......................... 911
Chapungu-Kambako Safaris 1118
Chris Bilkey Track & Trail Safaris New Zealand ........................................... 708
Christian Outdoor Ministry 844
Clayton & Crume ............................. 128
Clint Orms Engravers & Silversmiths .................................... 917
Coenraad Vermaak Safaris 916
Cold Water Outfitters LLC 1122
Conroe Taxidermy 729
Conservation Force 1533
Coppersmith 606
Craigsanquhar Estate 720
CROSS CANYON/CAVEMAN
WILDLIFE 210
Crusader Safaris 535
Cutco 235
Dakota Prairie Lodge 807
Dallas Gun Club 837
Defense Hearing 217
Devin Rowe Bronze, Inc. ..................1322
Diamond Outfitters and Zero Outfitter Fees 1211
Dieringer Outfitters LLC ................... 337
Double Nickle Taxidermy 1129
Double Rifle Society 238
EXHIBITORS
Driftwood Valley Outfitters ..............1137
Droptine Studios 1413
Dzombo Hunting Safaris 1229
Ekdahl Real Estate LLC..................... 537
Ekhaya Safaris 121
Electronic Shooters Protection (ESP) 824
Emily Schroeter Photography 208
Exciting Outdoors 1116
Exclusive Adventures New Zealand
with Shaun Alliosn 1219
Exotic Wildlife Association 220
Fairfax & Favor 408
FAMILY EXPEDITIONS 1228
Federal Premium Ammunition 1028
Fedha Nyuki 902
Fernando Saiz Spain 1125
Field Ethos ...................................... 444
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Fletcher Rifle Works 112
Flint & Flame Outdoor LLC 1225
Fort Worth Fly Fishers 745
Foundry Michelangelo 1239
Four Seasons Safaris New Zealand 1124
Fredericksburg Cast Iron Co. 839
Frosch International Travel 1204
FTW SAAM 1216
G5 Ranch 1302
Game Hunting Ireland ...................... 815
Game Trackers Africa -
Rockwood Conservation 904
Gary Herbert's New Zealand Hunting 416
Glen Dene Hunting and Fishing:
New Zealand.................................... 923
Glendo LLC/GRS Tools 109
Global Sportsman (the) 723
God’s Country Outfitters 929
Grand Central Hats & Boots 120
Grand Slam Club/Ovis 520
Great Blue Heron Furniture 317
Great Plains Land Company 205
Greystone Castle Sporting Club 1300
Guitar Outdoors 1240
Gunderson's Jewelers 903
Gunwerks 717
GURO Outfitters ............................... 840
H. Yturria Ranch Mercantile 1409
Hall and Hall 1021
Hayden Outdoors LLC 1102
Highland Hills Ranch 439
Hill Country Rifles 912
Hoffpauir Polaris 1305
Holloway Furs .................................1318
Hooked on Adventures 818
Hornady .......................................... 617
Hunters Creek African Safaris 603
Hunters Experiences 1234
IBERHUNTING .................................. 304
ICI Traveler | Travel Insurance Specialists 841
Indian Creek 100
Infinite Product Solutions 114
Infinito Safaris 1201
Infinity Massage Chairs 1335
Inkulu Adventures............................ 816
Instinct Safaris 1041
Intrepid Ranch 338
Intrepid Safaris Africa 305
J Ranch 221
Jacob Corrie Studios 119
Jan Barboglio Collection 134
Jannie Otto Safaris ........................... 341
Jensen Ringmakers 600
John Scurr Hunting Tours ................. 506
Joshua Creek Ranch ........................ 813
Joshua Tobey Studios 422
Kal Enterprises 1429
Keeper Ranch .................................. 316
Kelly Jay Jewellery (PTY) LTD 1312
Kenzie's Optics ................................ 809
Kids Outdoor Zone 1531
KILDALA aDVENTURES lTD ............... 705
Kinder Outdoors 1519
King Ranch, Inc. 511
Kobus Moller Art Studios .................. 637
Kwalata Safaris (Pty)Ltd 500
Lake Antler Works ............................ 201
Lakonia Imports/ TRULY GREEK 113
Lategan Safaris 200
Leeuwkop Hunting Safaris 1316
LIFEFORM TAXIDERMY 1022
Limcroma Safaris ............................ 707
Link's Wild safaris Global 1306
LIONNE 502
Lobo Peak Outfitters 835
Lochinvar Safaris New Zealand ........ 934
Lochow Ranch Pond and Lake Management 702
LOH Outfitters 1123
Lone Star Outdoor News/DSC Official Show Program 1017
Long Range Schools By Outdoor Solutions 1134
LOREC Ranch Home Furnishings 1037
Los Cazadores 536
Lotsane Safaris ................................ 103
Luxxoptica 117
MACS - Mobile Gun Care 111
MagPump 241
Mandujano Boot Company LLC......... 834
Mankwe Safari Lodge 138
Matthew Greeff Safaris 1218
MG Arms Inc. 716
Miller's Outdoors Ltd. 437
Missouri River Outdoors ................... 407
Monarch New Zealand 232
Montana Watch Company ................ 722
Moyeva Bespoke................................... 1238
MVP Whitetails 1104
Nadina Guide Outfitters ..................1410
New Zealand Hunting.Com 1206
Nichols Guiding Service 1223
Norton + Hodges 1007
Novagrade 320
Old Mexico Ranch Sales ...................... 1233
Original Kansas Trophy Whitetails 322
Ox Hunting Ranch ............................ 829
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DEAD AIR SILENCERS NOMAD TI OTB
Dead Air Silencers, manufacturer of the next evolution in quiet, purpose-built suppressors, is once again pushing the boundaries of suppressor technology and innovation with the release of the new Nomad Ti OTB suppressor. The Nomad Ti OTB is a solution-driven variant of the company’s popular Nomad series huntinggrade suppressors that takes on-the-move field performance to a new level.
Rated for cartridge calibers up to .300 RUM and 7mm Backcountry, the new Nomad Ti OTB derives its name from its ingenious over-the-barrel configuration. Rather than positioning the blast chamber fully forward of the muzzle, as with conventional suppressor designs, the Nomad Ti OTB expands the blast chamber over the barrel which results in less backpressure and better sound suppression.
There are a couple of key advantages to this expanded blast chamber.
First, this configuration means that the suppressor adds only 4.6 inches to the overall length of the rifle assembly. Reduced length translates to improved rifle maneuverability in tight quarters and in conditions with limited range of motion.
Second, shifting the weight bias back towards the shooter improves rifle balance and reduces fatigue when making off-hand shots or when mounted to the gun during long field positions.
The Nomad Ti OTB is built through an additive manufacturing process (3D printing) using 6Al4V Grade 9 Titanium, which accounts for the unit’s superior strength, light weight, and advanced gas management system for optimal sound suppression. It is also machined to accept Dead Air’s Xeno Radial Brake — a muzzle device made of 17-4 stainless steel and featuring a 5/8-24 thread pattern. This makes installation onto barrels up to 1-inch in diameter simple and repeatable to reduce point-of-impact shifts.
Overall, the Nomad Ti OTB measures 7.65 x 1.76 inches, making it super compact and lightweight at only 10.5 oz. It features a muzzle energy rating of 4400+ ft/lbs and is offered in black or FDE high-temp Cerakote finish. MSRP is $1,049.
If you are looking for a hunting rifle suppressor yet balk at the notion of increasing your rifle’s length and weight, the new Nomad Ti OTB is the suppressor you’ve been waiting for.
For more info on this or other premium suppressor systems and accessories, visit DeadAirSilencers.com.
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Adding just 4.6" to barrel length, the Nomad Ti OTB advances over-the-barrel suppressor innovation. Delivering the recoil reduction and sound suppression of a longer system, it maintains optimal balance and keeps the rifle compact for fast handling and confident control in the field.
Hungary – A Hunter's invitation By Wild Instinct Ltd.
Hungary doesn’t sell itself with noise. It waits.
It waits in the early hush over the Puszta, where the horizon feels endless and the light turns movement into a story. It waits in acacia shadow and in the cool edges of woodland, where sound travels differently and attention sharpens. It waits above vineyard slopes, where the air carries a quieter kind of richness. This is a hunting country shaped by variety, and that variety is the invitation.
Our role is simple: to open the door to it with care, local knowledge, and a sense of occasion. We arrange hunts that follow the shape of the land and the seasons, whether your path leads toward roe buck in open country, red deer in resonant autumn forests, fallow deer and mouflon in their own demanding terrain, or driven wild boar where the energy rises fast and stays high. Bird days can bring classic driven pheasant and lively duck shoots that test timing and teamwork. Some experiences unfold in free-ranging grounds; others take place in well-kept private estates. The point is not uniformity, but fit: the right setting for the species, the moment, and your way of hunting.
Beyond the shot, Hungary offers context. Days can begin and end with honest food, strong traditions, and the kind of hospitality that makes a trip feel anchored. Budapest adds its own counterpoint, a metropolitan pause between field and flight, full of architecture, history, and easy delight.
As a family company, we carry that promise personally. From arrival to farewell, we do everything we can to keep the experience smooth, warm, and memorable, so you leave not just with trophies and stories, but with the feeling of having hunted with friends—and returning home as one.
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Every Missouri River Outdoors hunt is led by our professional guides — true experts on the terrain, hunt planning, safety and meeting the needs of individual hunters and the group. We also have experts who will clean and freeze your birds for the trip home.
Our other group of experts are our well-trained hunting dogs, who help to flush out and retrieve the birds. We understand the importance of a good hunting dog, so we breed and train all-around hunting dogs with top-line pedigrees. If you prefer to bring your own dogs, we also have first-class kennels.
TIPPING POINT: A GUIDE’S GUIDE TO GRATUITIES ON OUTFITTED HUNTS
By Greg Simons
One of the most common dilemmas hunters face on an outfitted hunt has nothing to do with shot placement or wind direction. It’s simpler than that, and it makes a lot of folks squirm just the same: “How much should I tip my guide and cook?”
I’ve been in the hunting business full-time for 39 years, and tipping was a touchy subject when I started Wildlife Systems, Inc. back in 1987. It still is today, maybe more so. In the early days, I treated the whole topic like it was sacred ground, instructing our camp staff that it wasn’t to be discussed or even mentioned around clients. I skirted it entirely unless a client brought it up first. But after about 15 years of guiding as many days as perhaps anyone in the business, I stepped back from the field to focus on operations and growth, and that’s when clients started regularly asking me what an appropriate gratuity looked like. By then I’d also been on the other side of the equation, attending international hunts of my own, and I understood the quandary firsthand: hunters don’t want to insult their guide or cook, but they also don’t want to reach any deep er into their hard-earned cash than necessary and end up being the one who busts the curve.
So somewhere in years 15 through 20, I got com fortable getting out in front of the matter, and we started building tipping guidance into our hunt prep packets, brochures, and website. In recent years, I’ve become something of an advocate for our support staff, and I’ll occasionally reach out to a cli ent directly when a gratuity has landed well short of the norm. If a guide or cook has been stiffed al together or if the amount is well short of the norm, I want to know about it. Perhaps the client is not happy about something or maybe they simply are not familiar with the norms; either way, this pro vides me with an option of exploring things a bit deeper if I choose to do so.
Here are a few thoughts, in no particular order, offered straight from the hip:
• Though tipping guides and cooks is a bit discretionary, it should also be abundantly clear that tipping is an industry standard. And it’s expected, unless there are extenuat ing circumstances.
• Please bear in mind, regardless of their finan cial stature, all guides and cooks appreciate generous tips.
• Most hunters, whether they realize it or not, build a relationship with their outfitter and camp staff over the course of an outfit ted hunt. So even when that relationship is a genuinely close and friendly one, guides and cooks will still wince if they feel shorted. That disappointment often rolls uphill to the proprietor, who then has to decide whether to stay quiet or address it with the client, and neither option is comfortable.
• Early success during the hunt, which can mean fewer hard days for the guide, should not justify a leaner tip. Maybe that guide spent days scouting on their own time and dime before you ever showed up. Maybe their skill level is exactly why the hunt came together so fast. Or maybe it was luck. Either way, there’s a fair argument that early success deserves more than a pat on the back, not less. There are two sides to that coin.
• Many guides use their own gear and personal vehicles, and they carve out time away from their families to be there for your hunt. It’s easy to say, “That goes with the territory; that’s what they signed up for,” but there’s nonetheless a lot of behind-the-scenes investment that goes into good service from both the guide and the cook. It’s not unlike a golf caddy who shows up at dawn to walk the course and read the greens before a single client ever tees off. The work that earns the tip occasionally happens before any-
is slacking and not providing an honest effort, then you may want to reflect that in the tipping amount, and vice versa.
Cooks: This can sometimes be trickier than guides. In a larger camp of five or more hunters, the per-hunter tip can appropriately be a bit less than in a small group, typically in the $125 to $200 per hunter range. But in a smaller group, especially if there are 1 to 3 hunters in camp, the client should consider tipping the cook an amount that approaches what they tip their guide, depending on the exact group size and what you feel the other hunters may be doing.
The cook is often putting in as much or more time than the guide, first out of bed and last to bed, on top of the time it takes to procure groceries before the hunt even starts. Their contribution overarches the whole operation more than any single guide does.
Skinners and house cleaners: This gets trickier still. Where do you draw the line on who to tip? What about the person filling feeders, the field tech prepping gear, or the admin team handling the logistics behind the scenes? On this part of the support team, I’ll simply suggest that if you see someone visibly contributing to the quality of your hunt and feel compelled to reward them, let your conscience be your compass. If you want a starting point, $50 per skinner on a multi-day hunt is a reasonable baseline, adjusted up if they’ve clearly gone above and beyond. This comes up most often on international hunts, where there’s a broader ancillary support team and labor rates are sometimes a fraction of what they are in the US.
Pooling Tips: I’m not a fan, and neither are most of the higher-performing guides. Pooling effectively rewards underachievers and penalizes overachievers. The exception is when there’s no fixed routine and hunters are swapped among guides as the hunt progresses, which I’m also not a fan of unless there are extenuating circumstances.
Corporate Hunts – If there’s ever an honest oversight on tips, it’s usually on corporate hunts, where the host company assumes the invitees will handle that detail and the invitees assume the host company already has.
• Guides occasionally talk among themselves. If a hunter plans on returning to that same outfit down the road, it’s worth considering the “reputation” they’ve left behind. A poor tipper gets remembered. That’s not my rule, and it’s not yours either. It’s just human nature.
11 different answers. But for whatever it’s worth, here are my rules of thumb: Guides: The normal range runs 8% to 15%, with 10% to 12% being the average, per hunter. As the price of the hunt climbs, it’s okay for the percentage to slide toward the lower end of that range. A $2,500 hunt should probably land at 15% or more, while something on the lower end of that percentage scale is reasonable on a $25,000 hunt. If the guide is splitting time between multiple hunters, which is common on 2x1 hunts, then a lower percentage on the spectrum is also acceptable – per hunter. And, by all means, if you feel like your guide
Non-Cash Tips: It’s fairly common for hunters to give their guide a gift, like a knife or even a gun. As a rule, cash is king in this space, so my recommendation is to treat gifts as something in addition to cash, not in place of it. A high-dollar gun topped with quality optics can be plenty generous on its own, and most guides would be thrilled with that alone, but a guide with years in the business already has a drawer full of knives. Gifts are a wonderful gesture; just don’t let one substitute for the gratuity itself.
I’ll close by saying again that gratuities on outfitted hunts are an industry standard, much like tipping a fishing guide, a ski instructor, or the crew on a deep-sea charter. The ranges are highly variable, and what someone tips isn’t always proportional to how pleased they were with the service. Some people simply have more to give than others, and some are just naturally more generous than others.
One thing is for certain: this will forever remain a popular topic that hunters cuss and discuss.
David J. Sams, Lone Star Outdoor News
YOUR TEXAS HUNTING, SPORTING DESTINATION
Perched atop a mesa just west of Fort Worth, Greystone Castle is a sight to behold. With four turrets peeking above the tree line, this majestic sight is one to be remembered. From its award-winning wingshooting program to trophy whitetail and exotics, world-class bass fishing and our national champion sporting clays instructor, there is something for everyone at Greystone Castle.
The Gold Medal whitetail deer program offers an allinclusive package based on the opportunity to hunt the opening weekend of the season. Not restricted by score, it is an exclusive chance to hunt for the whitetail of your dreams.
As evidenced by being named the Orvis 2015 Wingshooting Lodge of the Year, Greystone has mastered the art of bird hunting. The ever-popular mixed bag hunt includes quail, pheasant, chukar and Hungarian partridge. This upland walking hunt allows guests to experience great pointing dogs working over rolling terrain specially farmed for optimal bird habitat. The European pheasant hunt is a great way to get lots of shooting action and watch Labradors do what they do
Lake, every type of fishing opportunity exists.
From fly-fishing to spincasters or simple hook and bobber, there is a method for everyone. Kayaks and paddleboards let you go off on your own adventure or you can jump on a pontoon boat to sneak to the honey holes.
Two championship sporting clays courses, two 5-stands, a training course and a wobble deck challenge every level of shooter. Our new 400-yard rifle and pistol range offers steel targets at a variety of distances. Hone your skills on the new archery course featuring a tri-level static range and a three dimensional walking course. Or just enjoy the scenic hiking and biking trails.
What appeals to Greystone visitors is its top-of-theline accommodations and gourmet meals. Guests enjoy 26 private rooms, gourmet dining from an executive chef, conference facilities and a swimming pool with a hot tub and a steam room. Along with this is the 2,600 square-foot pavilion facility with a custom bar, large seating areas, 65-inch TVs, carved limestone fireplace, Laser Shot, billiards and an overlook terrace with a custom outdoor fire pit.
2027 Conklin Award winner Gervasio Negrete
Congratulations to Gervasio Negrete on earning the prestigious 2027 Conklin Award. His pursuit of the world's most challenging mountain game, including achievements spanning 39 Ovis and 36 Capra species worldwide, reflects a lifetime of adventure, ethical hunting, and dedication to wildlife conservation.
The Conklin Award recognizes the world’s greatest active hunter who pursues game in the most difficult terrain and conditions, while abiding by the highest standards of ethics and fair chase, and is a strong participant in wildlife conservation.
Gervasio Negrete is the 25th winner of this "Tough Man" award, named after the late Dr. James Conklin, a Weatherby Award winner who was passionate about pursuing challenging animals worldwide. Throughout his extensive hunting career, Dr. Conklin exhibited the highest ethical hunting standards and demonstrated a strong commitment to wildlife conservation.
Negrete has shared a passion for hunting and the outdoors since childhood, beginning with air-rifle hunting at around 11 years old. Over the years, that passion evolved into bow hunting, spearfishing, and, beginning in the 1980s, international big-game hunting.
Negrete said, “The Conklin Foundation recognizes only the most challenging species around the world, therefore, I am thrilled to be the winner of the 'Tough Man' Award for
2027. Hunting has always been my passion, and although I haven’t been to a hunt I haven’t enjoyed, my favorites are pursuing mountain game. The adventure, challenges, and toughness of these hunts are unique. All previous winners of this Award are true dedicated hunters, and I couldn’t be prouder of being part of this select group of people that I admire.”
A proud dual citizen of Mexico and Spain, Gervasio currently lives in Austin, Texas, with his wife, Astrid Chavez. They have been married for 23 years and have three children: Malaika (17), Iker (14), and Kiana (11). Gervasio has hunted across all continents and achieved 56 Ovis species and 52 Capra species worldwide, including repeat species.
For Gervasio, the most important part of hunting has never been simply pursuing species, but truly enjoying every step of the journey, the friendships, the adventure, and the memories created along the way. In the early 2000s, Gervasio inspired his brother Eduardo Negrete to begin hunting after years of passionately sharing stories and adventures from the field. Today, his most loyal hunting partner is his son, Iker Negrete, continuing the family tradition into the next generation.
YOUR NEW ZEALAND HUNTING ADVENTURE AWAITS
Based in the beautiful town of Wanaka in the South Island of New Zealand, John Scurr Hunting Tours offer the hunting adventure of a lifetime.
New Zealand is known as the home of the world’s biggest red stags, and we are proud to offer some of the best. Our aim is to provide you with the red stag that suits your expectations. We also have many other game species that are thriving on both the North and South Islands, including chamois, Himalayan tahr, elk and fallow deer in the South Island as well as the sambar, rusa and sika deer in the North Island.
John Scurr Hunting Tours specializes in customizing diverse hunting adventures with red stag being the optimum start of an experience. We immerse you in a wide range of attractions and activities, intertwined with an unforgettable hunting experience. And fishing and duck hunting can be added to your trip.
New Zealand is a worldwide known fly-fishing destination for amazing rainbow and brown trout in its beautiful clear rivers and lakes. Situated in the Southern Lakes area, John Scurr Hunting Tours is able to provide unique fishing experience in some private locations, during or after the hunt.
If bird hunting is another interest, New Zealand has both endemic and introduced birds — the most popular being the striking
paradise duck. The duck hunting season starts at the beginning of May, and duck hunting is a simple add-on to your stag hunt if you wish. If you don’t want the hassle of bringing your own firearm, we have a wide assortment of rifles and shotguns to rent. Most clients choose this option as it saves the hassle of dealing with gun permits and customs when bringing your own. However, if you would rather bring your favorite rifle, we can assist with the permit process if necessary.
We accommodate our clients in the wellappointed Lakeside Apartments in the heart of Wanaka — a beautiful, bustling town located on the shores of Lake Wanaka. This gives nonhunter companions or families the opportunity to enjoy the wide range of amenities, including spas, shops, restaurants/ cafes, tours, art and cultural experiences. Then they come together with the hunters later in the day to share an evening meal and highlights of the day.
John Scurr is a fourth generation New Zealander who has a lifetime of experience and knowledge of hunting and tourism in New Zealand, which he willingly shares with you as he takes you around our stunningly beautiful country.
We look forward to the opportunity to provide your next adventure!
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Grow big bass with Lochow Ranch Pond & Lake Management
Many landowners dream of catching a double-digit largemouth bass from their pond or lake.
But 10-pounders don’t grow by accident. It takes the correct amount of habitat, forage, age and genetics to produce big fish. Even if you have the first three, if you don’t have the right genetics, your bass will never reach trophy size.
“There are a lot of interesting studies being done on the importance of Florida bass,” said John Jones, president of Lochow Ranch Pond & Lake Management. “One-hundred percent Florida genetics is so important. It needs to be pure.”
Lochow Ranch’s certified team of biologists and water maintenance experts provides the full range of lake and pond management techniques, including water quality and clarity testing and improvement, vegetation control and removal of pond weeds, liming and fertilizing, algae control, erosion and sediment control, identification and control of predators and much more.
If a fishery is your goal, Lochow Ranch’s experts bring state-of-the-art techniques and expertise to maximizing your environment for game fish to thrive. The team is known across the South for its electrofishing surveys that yield the most accurate inventory of a lake’s fish population. The company also provides fish stocking, including a full range of game and forage fish, as well as supplemental fish feeders that help spur growth.
“We’re growing some really big fish,” Jones said. Another issue some owners might not think about is the ever-expanding otter population. It is a massive problem for landowners trying to grow big fish.
“Ninety-five percent of the water we work with has had otter impact,” Jones said. “They kill between 7 and 28 pounds of fish per otter per day. Otters show preference to bass and crappie. We are working on trapping methods and working with the Otter Research Institute for less-lethal methods.
With more than 1 million private water bodies in Texas alone, many anglers and pond managers are turning to Lochow for expertise.
Lochow Ranch provides turnkey pond and lake management and maintenance services to landowners across the south central United States. The company also works in partnership with its affiliated companies, Shoreline Consulting, to design and build new lakes, Shoreline Drones, to precisely treat unwanted vegetation both aquatic and pastoral, Shoreline Products, to construct custom aluminum docks, and Shoreline Trapping, to control unwanted predators. These professional techniques take the guesswork out of maintaining your body of water and ensure you can make faster progress toward your goals.
“We can establish fundamental management practices,” Jones said. “Having that solid foundation can help your lake thrive despite seasonal disturbances and broader environmental conditions.”
Lochow Ranch’s biologists and fleet of trucks are based in Bryan. They manage more than 6,000 lakes across the region — and they are offering their services into the southeastern states.
“Our aim is to help you reach your goals so you can sit back, relax and enjoy your beautiful body of water,” Jones said.
The Buffalo Wool Co. Built for Extreme Climates
For Dallas Safari Club members who hunt across scorching African savannas, frigid mountain ridges, and everything in between, dependable gear can make or break a trip. The Buffalo Wool Co., a family-owned company based in Weatherford, Texas, specializes in premium apparel and socks crafted from American plains bison (wool) down. That is the annually grown insulating undercoat that lets bison thrive in the extremes of our world. Using bison down as the base, BWC products deliver outstanding performance across temperature extremes. Insulation — good insulation — Keeps the heat out or the cold out. It keeps “You being you.”
Bison naturally endure swings from -80°F Arctic blasts to over 110°F summer heat. That insulating undercoat, the down fibers, features a crimped structure that traps air for exceptional warmth without bulk. This same fiber excels at moisture management: the only fiber that wicks moisture in its vapor state, it wicks sweat rapidly and retains insulating properties even when damp, unlike cotton or many synthetics that lose effectiveness when wet. In extreme cold and wet conditions, users report remarkable results with socks, gloves, beanies, and scarves.
Hunters and guides, including noted outdoorsmen Craig Boddington and Billy Kinder, both praise the heavier Trekker and ProGear boot socks for staying warm and comfortable during prolonged exposure to snow, rain, and sub-zero temperatures. One Alaskan tester noted dry, toasty feet after immersion in a creek at -35°F. The socks dry quickly and resist shrinking after repeated washing. In heat and humidity, lighter bison-merino blends shine. They promote airflow, keeping feet dry and cool rather than clammy. Reviewers wearing them during Texas summer activities at temperatures above 110°F reported excellent comfort without overheating. Durable, soft (around 15-micron fiber with no itch), odor-resistant, and made in the USA, these products offer true versatility. Whether you’re glassing in the Kalahari or standing watch in a snowstorm, The Buffalo Wool Co. equips serious outdoorsmen with gear engineered for real-world extremes — exactly what Dallas Safari Club members need for reliable performance on any adventure.
The bison’s natural resilience translates directly into clothing that adapts with you, not against you. You know what you have spent to get you out there. You're not going to let your hands, feet, and head foil the best hunt of your life? BWC products are, without exception, what you want for your next hunt.
