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The American Outdoor News Podcast, hosted by Chris Avena, features an upcoming interview with Jeffrey Meryerl of Safari Club International (SCI) focused on the rapidly growing Safari Club International Convention in Nashville, one of the most important events in the global hunting and conservation community. The conversation highlights how the convention has flourished since moving to Nashville, drawing record attendance, nearly a thousand exhibitors, and thousands of booths showcasing hunting destinations, outdoor gear, firearms, and conservation organizations from around the world.
During the interview, Meryerl explains that the SCI Convention has become the world’s largest marketplace for hunters, offering unmatched opportunities for networking, education, and participation in auctions that directly support conservation and hunting advocacy efforts. The move from Las Vegas and Reno to Nashville has improved accessibility for members nationwide, while also creating a more family-friendly environment with seminars, youth activities, and events that celebrate hunting heritage and outdoor traditions.
A major focus of the discussion centers on the SCI auctions and online bidding platforms, which serve as the organization’s largest annual fundraiser supporting conservation projects and advocacy efforts protecting hunters’ rights. Through platforms such as OnlineHuntingAuctions.com, members and supporters can bid on hunts, outdoor experiences, artwork, and equipment from around the globe, ensuring even those unable to attend the convention can contribute to conservation and hunting access initiatives.
The episode also explores SCI’s advocacy mission, youth education outreach, and the importance of preserving hunting opportunities on public lands for future generations. Meryerl and Avena emphasize the importance of mentorship, expanding outdoor education programs, and strengthening hunter participation through events like the SCI Convention in Nashville, taking place February 17–22, reinforcing SCI’s role as a leading voice in conservation, hunter advocacy, and the future of the outdoor lifestyle.
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