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Dallas Safari Club 2008 Sporting Convention and Expo Advertising Supplement

t’s the sleek crossover thewhole family will enjoy. TheAcadia, introduced last yearby GMC, combines thecapability of an SUV with a

smooth ride and responsive han-dling.

Offered in a variety of trim andequipment packages, all modelsare available in front-wheel-driveand all-wheel-drive configura-tions. Its safety system includessix standard air bags and a stan-dard StabiliTrak electronic stabili-ty control system for mitigatingrollovers.

With seating for up to eight,there’s ample room for family andfriends. And, despite the vehicle’sSUV-like front-end height, thebody-frame integral structureallows for a lower entry and exitheight. Wide rear doors alsoallow easier entry to the second-and third-row seats as does GM’sexclusive Smart Slide second-rowseat feature.

The vehicle’s responsive per-formance is courtesy of GM’shigh-feature engine, the 3.6L V-6VVT, which offers variable valvetiming designed for good fueleconomy, low emissions andexceptional smoothness. It israted at 275 horsepower andoffers enough power to tow up to4,500 pounds when properlyequipped.

And GM’s electronically con-trolled six-speed automatic trans-mission delivers both perform-ance and fuel economy, enablingup to an 8 percent improved per-formance and up to a 4 percentimproved fuel economy whencompared with current front-

wheel-drive four-speed automat-ics.

But what makes this a dreamvehicle for those who live on theroad are those wonderful littleluxuries that GMC has added toits 2008 models. We’re talkingabout such features as XMSatellite Radio; a rear back-upcamera available on the naviga-tion system that issues an audiblewarning when the driver gets tooclose to objects directly behindthe vehicle; heated outside mir-rors and heated windshieldwasher fluid; a power liftgate thatopens at the touch of a button toaccess the crossover’s generouscargo space; extended rangeremote vehicle start; a dual sun-roof; plus, a flip-down DVD tokeep rear-seat passengers enter-tained.

Also new for 2008 are:• The Panic Brake Assist fea-

ture. When panic braking isdetected, the system automatical-ly develops additional brake pres-sure to more quickly engage theABS, potentially reducing overallstopping distance by eliminatingthe delay caused by not brakinghard enough and/or soonenough.

• The Intelligent AWD system. Itdelivers enhanced drivingdynamics and a more refineddriving experience. The systemtakes AWD performance to thenext level by incorporatingdynamic yaw control and fullyintegrating with the StabiliTrakelectronic stability control system.A target vehicle yaw rate is estab-lished based on driver inputs anddriving conditions. Intelligent

AWD manages the torque distri-bution to maintain the vehicle’starget yaw rate and optimize yawstability. For the driver, this trans-lates into better control and moretraction on snow and gravel.

The 2008 Acadia comes stan-dard with OnStar Generation 7(with a one-year Safe & Sound

plan). Its MSRP, depending ontrim package and options, willrange from about $29,990 to$38,400.

The Acadia is available in 10exterior colors: Summit White,Gold Mist Metallic, Liquid SilverMetallic, Red Jewel Tint, DeepBlue Metallic, Platinum Ice, Blue-

Gold Crystal Metallic, DarkCrimson, Carbon Flash Metallicand Medium Brown Metallic.

To test drive the 2008 Acadia,visit your nearest GMC dealer. Formore information on the vehicle’sspecs and numerous features orto locate a dealer, log ontowww.gmc.com.

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Dallas Safari Club is an autonomous international nonprofiteducation, conservation and sporting organization serving theinterests of wildlife, habitat, youth, sportsmen and sportswomenworldwide. Dallas Safari Club conducts a convention and trade

exposition in Dallas each year and holds informative and enter-taining membership meetings and activities monthly. The Club

publishes and distributes Game Trails magazine quarterly and theDallas Safari Club’s monthly newsletter. The Club’s charitable arm, the

Dallas Ecological Foundation, serves as a grant and funding medium for pub-lic and youth education and wildlife conservation projects around the globe. The Dallas Safari Cluband the Dallas Ecological Foundation conduct and fund numerous youth education activities as wellas an outdoor education program in public secondary schools. Since forming in 1972, the DallasSafari Club and the Dallas Ecological Foundation have contributed millions of dollars to programsbenefiting wildlife, habitat, people and the sporting community.

We invite you to join today!6390 LBJ Freeway, Suite 108, Dallas, TX 75240-6414 Phone: (800) 9GO HUNT or 972-980-9800

Fax: (972) 980-9925 Email: [email protected] Web site: www.biggame.org

GMC’s Acadia a dream vehicleMany new luxuries added to its 2008 models

2008 GMC Acadia

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ig game hunters planning anAfrican safari might want toadd one of the new RugerM77 Hawkeye rifles and plen-

ty of the .375 Ruger cartridges to theirlist of essential gear.

Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc.’s new.375 Ruger cartridge was co-developedwith Hornady Manufacturing, theworld’s largest independent manufac-turer of bullets.

This powerhouse is described bythe Nebraska ammo manufac-turer as a practical, hard-hit-ting cartridge created forlarge and dangerous game.

According to informa-tion from Hornady,although the ammo isslightly larger in diam-eter than the .30-06,it shares the samecase overall length,which means it canbe chambered inany standard lengthaction.

Engineersdesigned the newcartridge with a belt-less case and techno-logically advancedpropellants: the .375Ruger pushes a 270-grainspire point-recoil proof bullet in excessof 2800 fps and the 300-grain bulletsleave the muzzle at 2700 fps.

The cartridge was introduced earlierthis year in three models:

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For longer shots up to 300 yards.•• 330000--ggrraaiinn RRNN.. An expanding bullet that transfers

energy quickly and creates a largewound cavity while delivering excellentpenetration. It is designed for danger-ous game that requires devas-tating energy toincapaci-tate

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ggrraaiinn FFMMJJ--RRNN..A jacketed bullet

that penetrates the toughesthides. It’s also for follow-up shots.

“We are extremely excited about thisnew co-development between Rugerand Hornady,” said Stephen L. Sanetti,president of Connecticut-based Sturm,Ruger & Co., which is the nation’s

leading manufacturer of high-qualityfirearms for recreation and lawenforcement.

“The .375 Ruger cartridge hasalready been tested in Africa by bothRuger and Hornady staff

with excel-lent results,” Sanetti

announced. “The shorter-bar-reled Alaskan rifle is the perfect gunwhere quick handling and hard-hittingcartridges are needed, while the Africanrifle will provide the same performancein a classic hunter’s rifle.”

The Ruger M77 Hawkeye bolt-actionrifles provide shooters with such fea-tures as enhanced ergonomics,improved checkering of the walnutstock and the new LC6 trigger for asmooth, crisp trigger pull. An all-newred rubber recoil pad is designed to

absorb the recoil plus the rifle’s steelfloor plate latch allows for easy unload-ing without having to chamber eachcartridge.

The M77 HawkeyeAfrican

modelcomes ina matteblue fin-

ish. It is43 and

3/4 incheslong, with

its barrellength measur-

ing 23 inches.The Alaskan

model measures 40and 3/4 inches overall,

with a 20-inch barrel. It isavailable with an Alaskan

black finish or a HogueOverMolded synthetic stock.

The African and Alaskan models havean MSRP of $995 to about $1,095. OtherHawkeye rifles cost about $750 to $780.Earlier this year, Ruger also introduceda left-handed M77 Hawkeye rifle inselect calibers. This model features anejection port, extractor, bolt handle andthree-position manual safety on therifle’s left side.

For more information on the RugerM77 Hawkeye rifles or for dealers, visitwww.ruger.com. To learn more aboutthe .375 Ruger cartridge, you can go towww.hornaday.com or visit Ruger atBooth 585 at the Dallas Safari Club2008 Sporting Convention and Expo.


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eveloping and testingclothing for SHE Safariis a journey that travers-es well beyond the com-

forts of an air-conditioned office.For 2008, the SHE Safari Teamtraveled the globe from the moun-tainous regions of the EasternCape, the sub-zero areas of north-ern Saskatchewan, the timbereddraws of the Midwest, the densebush of Zimbabwe and back tothe thorn brush in its home stateof Texas.

The SHE Safari line for 2008 hasdoubled in size with new styles,fabrics and complete new productlines. Women going on safari willlove new additions to the line instyles, fabrics and accessories.With 10 new styles within thesafari collection alone, womennow have 27 different styles ofsafari wear to choose from, all inseveral safari colors in sizes rang-ing from XS to XXL. Check outtheir new SHE Safari Bush Canvasitems for your bush wear. Add inthe tested Rover Belt that youhave been asking for and yoursafari collection apparel is com-plete. Rest assured these newstyles live up to the SHE Safariphilosophy of function then fash-ion.

The upland hunter now has themost fashionable and functionalupland vest for women yet. SHESafari does not take the function

side lightly when it comes todesign. The new upland additionsare not only built with the best inmaterial selection, but have takenwomen’s upland wear to a wholenew fashion statement level.

The camouflage collectionincludes many new styles for bothwarm and cold climates. New for2008, SHE Safari introduces sever-al great new materials for women.

SHE Safari Soft Silence, whichis now available in their EliteSeries apparel, is a comfortable,

durable, moisture-wicking and afour-way stretch technical fabric.Comfort, fit and field ready appar-el has never been so easy forwomen. Also for 2008, SHE Safariintroduced a line of soft hand,moisture-wicking, quick- drymicrofiber available in short- andlong-sleeved shirts, as well as agreat new pair of zip-off pants forthose warmer climates. If you areheading for the colder climates,you will want to try their 3MThinsulate®, Polartec® lined

apparel and add in a set of theirnew first-layer garments. Designsare available in the latest camou-flage technology from theRealtree® and Advantage® cam-ouflage brands.

You have been asking aboutshooting apparel. Now you haveit. Designed in consultation withKim Rhode, the new technicalshooting apparel line will prove tobe the premier shooting apparelline for women. Kim Rhode is themost decorated female Olympian

in the history of USA shooting:winning the gold medal at theCentennial Olympic Games inAtlanta and the bronze medal atthe Sydney Olympic Games. Kimhas also won gold medals in WorldCup competitions and the PanAmerican Games.

Meticulously thought-out anddesigned, the initial release of theline includes several shooting vestsand shooting shirts, pullover hood-ed shooting top, technical shootingjacket and several lightweight andbreathable first layer technical gar-ments. SHE Safari is proud to havethe exclusive women’sevoSHIELD® energy dispersionsleeve incorporated into every gar-ment. This new technolgy dispers-es up to 90 percent of the feltrecoil, and it is only available inwomen’s garments through SHESafari. The evoSHIELD® is soldseparately through SHE Safari orits dealer network nationwide forits exclusive women’s apparel.

As promised, SHE Safariupholds its commitment to pro-vide women the most comprehen-sive, field-tested line of outdoorhunting, field and shooting appar-el. Visit its Web site at www.she-safari.com to find a dealer nearyou, or stop by Booth 1153 at theDallas Safari Club 2008 SportingConvention and Expo.

SHE Safari setting the standard Women’s outdoor apparel doubles in size for 2008

Pam Zaitz owns SHE Safari with her husband, Brian.

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oshua Creek Ranch sits amidst ancientoaks in the scenic Texas Hill Country, awelcoming retreat for visitors whowant to partake of plentiful hunting,superb service and stress-free entertain-

ing.Located off IH 10 West, just north of Boerne,

the 1,200-acre game preserve and resort is amesh of wooded hills, creek bottom land andopen fields that are home to bobwhite quail,pheasant, chukar, Hungarian partridge, Axisdeer, whitetail deer and turkey.

This sportsman’s paradise also offers spring-fed Joshua Creek, which is stocked with rain-bow trout for catch-and-release fly-fishing. Onthe property’s northern border is theGuadalupe River, where anglers can fish forsmallmouth bass, black bass, Guadalupe bass,bluegill and catfish.

Owners Ann and Joe Kercheville boughtJoshua Creek Ranch in 1986 and opened it upto visitors in 1990.

Company President Ann Kercheville saystheir specialty is their clients’ success.

That might mean a successful hunt for somevisitors or a successful meeting for others.Primarily, the focus is on offering hosts astress-free site to entertain clients.

“The host doesn’t have to worry about anydetails except his guest list,” she said.

Taking care of all the details, coupled withcomfortable accommodations, great cuisineand hunting opportunities year-round,ensures return business.

“We have probably a 90-plus (percent) guestreturn rate,” Kercheville said.

Bill Blount of Ohio, who spent the first 39years of his life in San Antonio, first hunted atJoshua Creek Ranch in 2001.

He liked it so much, he’s visited six times. Last February, he and friend Jim Gallegos of

Austin hunted quail, chukar and pheasant.And, although Blount truly loves the wing-

shooting, it’s the first-class treatment, the out-standing amenities and the superb cuisine thatkeep bringing him back.

“They have a chef who cooks a lot of wildgame, and the food is great,” said Blount, whoalso appreciates the ranch’s fine wine selection.

The ranch’s four-course gourmet dinnersfeature such entrees as grilled Axis venisonwith green peppercorn sauce, roasted quail inapple and honey sauce, and grilled rainbowtrout served over garlic roasted fettuccine.

Joshua Creek can accommodate up to 42overnight guests; 25 guests per half-day forwingshooting; and 20 guests for deer huntingper half-day.

They also offer facilities to host meetings orcompany retreats.

Guests can book single/double occupancyrooms or suites. Small groups also can opt forthe more secluded Stone Haus, a three-bed-room house with its own kitchen. New luxurycottages will be available starting the summerof 2008.

Joshua Creek also offers a membership planfor those who plan to hunt several times ayear. For a monthly rate, members get signifi-cant discounts on the ranch’s services and

accommodations and are welcome to accessthe ranch year-round for fishing.

To make a reservation, call (830) 537-5090 or(830) 230-5191 or e-mail your request with thedates you want to visit and how many are inyour party to [email protected].

For additional information, visitwww.joshuacreek.com. Representatives ofJoshua Creek Ranch also will be available tovisit with prospective guests at Booth No. 269at the Dallas Safari Club’s Sporting Expo Jan.10-13.

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rad Metzler’s business is all abouthelping his customers enhance theirfishing experience on their pondsand lakes.

His background includes graduat-ing from the fisheries program at TexasA&M University in 1995. Shortly after, hestarted his business, Pond King, Inc.

More than a decade later, his companyhas evolved to include the manufacturing ofa wide range of unique products, in additionto offering extensive lake managementservices, including fish stocking.

“I built my business by designing anddeveloping new products,” he said. “Most ofour customers want to go out and spendmore time fishing and less time working onthings.”

Pond King started out building PK FloatingDocks. With the ever-changing levels of Texasponds and lakes, Metzler wanted to build adock that would rise and fall in response andbe maintenance-free. The docks are builtwith all galvanized frames and tubing, com-posite decks and polyethylene encapsulatedfloats. The company offers several standardmodels and will customize options and con-figurations to suit the individual.

The next idea Metzler began working onwas Pond King’s line of mini-pontoon boats.“What customers are looking for are boatsthat can be left out on the water withoutdeteriorating,” he said. With that in mind, hedesigned three all-aluminum mini-pontoonboats. Among the three models available,the Pond King Pro is the mid-size and mostpopular. “It’s big enough to take out to thelocal lake and small enough to back intoyou own small pond. It’s perfect for seriousfishermen that don’t want to spend a for-tune on the latest bass boat,” Metzler said.

With increased demand for the boats,Metzler has geared up to produce themajority of the components in-house, allow-ing for a larger inventory and an increasedproduction rate.

“We now have the ability to build theboats completely on-site; this has basicallydoubled our production capacity. With thisincrease, we can proceed with taking onmore dealerships in the upcoming season,”he said.

Pond King’s latest products are the“Honey Hole Tree” and “The BaitMaker.”These artificial fish habitats are designed toreplace trees or brush in adding structure toponds and lakes. Unlike trees, these twoproducts are made from polyethylene, amaterial that will not deteriorate or rot overtime. It was also designed to be easily fishedthrough. The Honey Hole Tree is ideal fordepths over seven feet, while The BaitMaker

was designed for shallow water.“By placing three or more of the Honey

Hole Trees in a cluster, you provide a com-plex structure for gamefish giving yourself aninstant ‘Honey Hole,’ ” Metzler said.

The BaitMaker is a dome-shaped structurethat helps promote the survival of juvenilefish by providing escape cover and spawninghabitat in shallow water. Both units arestackable and are easily palletized for bulkorders.

Metzler is working on his next product, afloating fish feeder. He plans on having themin production and ready for retail by Februaryof 2008.

“This will be an ideal feeder for the prop-

erty owner who might only visit his or herproperty on the weekends,” he said.

The floating feeder will be built withoutseams and with a simple feeding mechanismand timer. This will put food in the waterconsistently without the hassle of clumpedfood and breakdowns due to a complicatedfeeding mechanism.

For more information on Pond King’s prod-ucts or services, call (940) 668-2573, or visitwww.pondking.com. Go see Brad Metzlerand his full line of products at the TexasFishing, Hunting and Outdoors Show on Jan.10-13 at the Arlington Convention Center.Look at www.texasfishingshow.com formore information.

Pond King enhances fishing experienceBusiness has seen increased demand for its products

Brad Metzler with a mini-pontoon — the Pond King Pro.

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Convention Chairs Convention Co-ChairsBob and Celia Scott George ChambleeAttendee Registration Life Member BreakfastChair: Jerry Mumfrey Chairs: Jack and Lucy BlachlyCo-Chair: Rebecca Evans Market HallRegistration Area Management Chair: Tommy CaruthersChair: David Sams Co-Chair: Mark KielwasserCo-Chair: Craig Nyhus Media LiaisonAdvertising, Marketing & A/V Chair: Gray ThorntonChair: Gray Thornton Medical DirectorAuction Chair: Dr. Gene ToddChair: Ben Carter Co-Chair: Mrs. Glenda ToddCo-Chairs: Stan Newding, Jerry Peterman Membership BoothAuction Item Transport Chair: Robert StuddardChair: David Simmons Co-Chair: Steve DavisCo-Chair: Mike Shaw Move In/OutAwards Chair: Richard CheathamChair: Eddie Hopkins Co-Chair: Andrew PrattBooth Solicitation Office Move In/Out at DMHChair: Dale Vaughan Chair: Richard CheathamCo-Chairs: Tom Garrison, Mike Walker Co-Chair: Andrew PrattConcierge Office Refreshments at DMHChairs: David Oakes, Larry Hansard Chair: Mike WilsonCo-Chair: Dennis Metz Co-Chair: Ken WillisCorporate Sponsors PhotographyChair: Gray Thornton Chair: Bill HonzaDonor Signs & Auction Invoice Photography CompetitionChair: Debi Mills Chair: Vivian LeopoldCo-Chair: Debbie Williams Co-Chair: David SamsDSC Store Poster DistributionChairs: Nancy Willis Chair: Jerry MumfreyCo-Chair: Frank Sweeney RafflesEvening Hosts and Hostesses Chair: Robert Baxterand Registration Co-Chair: Brooks PuckettChair: Dixie Yeatts SecurityCo-Chair: Sherri Vaughan Chair: John PattersonExhibitor’s Breakfast Greeters Co-Chairs: John A. EadsChair: Mike Jones SeminarsCo-Chairs: Bryan Booth, Abe Nayfa Chair: Mark KielwasserExhibitor Registration SignageChair: Mike Billings Chair: Charles BradleyCo-Chair: Eddy Moore Table DecorationExhibitor Service Desk Chair: Kelli SellersChair: Gary Stanford Co-Chair: Karen WolfeExpo Silent Auction Table SalesChair: Ed and Dianne Fletcher Chair: Bill SwisherCo-Chairs: Dieter and Sharon Landre Co-Chair: Bob and Celia ScottFloor Managers TrafficChair: Rich Roberson Chair: Steve SchroederCo-Chair: Roger Hooper Co-Chair: Brian WilkinsHospitality Exhibitor Welcome TransportationChair: Bill Swisher Chair: Pat CaruthersCo-Chairs: DSC Board of Directors Trophy AwardsHospitality Chair: Jim TolsonChair: Mike Wilson Co-Chair: Scott HenkelCo-Chair: Ken Willis Video EthicsHotel F&B Chair: Floor ManagersChair: Richard Allen VIP LiaisonCo-Chair: Kelli Sellers Chair: Lance PhillipsLadies Luncheon Wildlife DisplayChair: Amber Miertschin Chair: Scott HenkelCo-Chair: Penny Schmidt Co-Chairs: Brock Andreola, Jim TolsonLadies Luncheon Silent AuctionChair: Bill MiertschinCo-Chair: Don Schmidt

2008 Convention Committee Chair & Co-Chairs

n 10 years, GrayThornton led the DallasSafari Club to heights ithad never seen — nor

envisioned. During Thornton’s tenure as

executive director, membershipincreased 500 percent, fundrais-ing net revenues 464 percent,cash reserves 783 percent andgrants to mission programs1000 percent.

Thornton announced hewould vacate his post to con-tribute in new directions to theconservation of the world’swildlife and wild places.Thornton remains to lead theClub’s 2008 convention efforts— his 11th Dallas Safari Clubconvention since taking thehelm of the organization inNovember of 1997.

“When I joined Dallas SafariClub as executive director,”Thornton said, “I set personalgoals for its organizational andconvention growth and recog-nition within the conservationcommunity. I take great pridethat through the dedication andhard work of a core group ofvolunteers, unmatched in theindustry, and dedicated staff,who each contribute at a levelbeyond any other team I haveled, we have accomplished andsurpassed these goals.”

“Gray combines a rare talent

of being an outstanding out-doorsman who has the abilityto promote worthwhile projectsaffecting wildlife and the envi-ronment,” said Dick Hart, a DSCmember and inductee to theTexas Freshwater Fishing Hallof Fame. “He looks like an out-doorsman. He is an outdoors-man. And as an outdoorsman,he has focused his considerable

energy and direction to pre-serve and protect the outdoors.”

“We’ll miss him,” saidThornton’s successor, BenCarter. “And we wish him well.Gray has helped Dallas SafariClub achieve a high place in theindustry, and has positioned usfor even bigger and betterthings.”

Carter is a past president of

DSC, and has been a volunteerfor years. “I appreciate my closerelationship with Gray both as avolunteer and in preparing forthis position,” he said.

Thornton has hunted big andsmall game throughout NorthAmerica, including Alaska; andhe has hunted in Germany,Mexico, New Zealand, and on13 safaris in southern Africa. He

also is an avid fly-fishermanand has fly-fished fresh and saltwater throughout NorthAmerica, Alaska, Mexico, Chile,New Zealand, Africa and TheBahamas.

The next chapter ofThornton’s career will takeplace from his new home inCody, Wyo. In May, Thorntonwill join the Foundation forNorth American Wild Sheep.

But that’s not the only changein store for Thornton. While ona November trip to Africa, afterreceiving the ProfessionalHunters Association of SouthAfrica’s Coenraad VermaakDistinguished Service Award —PHASA’s top honor — Thorntonand his long-time girlfriend,Kelli Sellers, climbed a highAfrican peak. While theyviewed herds of African gamebelow, he placed a fine dia-mond in her hand and pro-posed.

“How could you say no tothat?” Kelli Sellers asked. “Itjust doesn’t get any more per-fect than that.”

Thornton slyly downplayedthe romantic angle. “The dealson diamonds are a lot better inAfrica,” he said.

The couple plans to wed inFebruary.


Thornton’s leadership boosts DSC growthOutgoing executive director takes club to great heights

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2008 Raffles(as of press time)

Krieghoff .470 NE Double Gun

$50/ticket Value

$13,475 Providedby Krieghoff International and Alamo Sporting Arms— Dieter Krieghoff & Rich Kaysa (Booth #312)

Griffin & Howe Claremont

12 gauge

$50/ticket

O/U shotgun. Value $8,750

Provided by Griffin & Howe — Joe Prather &Lorraine Smario (Booth #858/860/862/864)

18” strand of 10mm pearls

$50/ticket

Necklace with diamond clasp

Value $9,700

100% donated by Kelly Mitchell Fine Jewelry —Kelly Mitchell (Booth #629/631/728/730)

Empire Standard Rifle

Bonus Raffle

.338 Winchester Magnum, Field GradeProvided by Empire Rifle Company — GeorgeSandman (Booth #568/570/572)

Swarovski Optics Package

$20/ticketATS 20x60 Spotting Scope10 x 42 EL Binoculars3-10 x 42 Plex Rifle ScopeValue $5,030Provided by Swarovski Optik — Jessica Pacheco(Booth #300/301)

Dream AdventuresDream Adventure #1

$20/ticket10-day cape buffalo hunt for one hunter inZimbabwe — includes trophy fees. Value $11,750Brooklands Hunting Safaris — Dale Desfountain 100% donated by Brooklands Hunting Safaris(Booth# 694/696)

Dream Adventure #2

$20/ticket7-night/5-day single angler strike boat fishing pack-

age. Value $6,795Crocodile Bay Costa Rica — Larry Shanks Provided by Crocodile Bay Costa Rica

Dream Adventure #3

$20/ticket10-day plains game hunt for one hunter and onenon-hunter in Limpopo — includes trophy fees.Value $7,000Adansonia Safaris — Mof Venter 100% donated by Adansonia Safaris (Booth #1166)

Dream Adventure #4

$20/ticket4-day trophy whitetail deer hunt with other gamefor one hunter and one non-hunter in Texas –includes trophy fees for trophy whitetail deer, hog,javelina, turkey and bobcat. Value $20,000Tanganyika Wildlife Safaris – Randy Cadwallader100% donated by Tanganyika Wildlife Safaris(Booth #679/681)

Dream Adventure #5

$20/ticket5-day red stag and fallow deer hunt for one hunterand one non-hunter in New Zealand — includestrophy fees for red stag up to 320 SCI and fallow

deer up to 220 SCI. Value $8,000

Glenroy Hunting Lodge — James Hunter

100% donated by Glenroy Hunting Lodge

DOOR PRIZE DRAWING Free!

$1,000 Gift Card to Bass Pro Shops Outdoor

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Raffle Ticket Pricing$20 TicketsAll Dream Adventures — choice of five differ-ent tripsSwarovski Optics Package — binoculars,Spotting scope, and rifle scope$50 Tickets470 Nitro Double rifleG&H over/under shotgunPearl NecklaceBonus raffle ticketEmpire Safari rifle in 375 H&H

Ticket Packages$100 — (6 each) $20 tickets$200 — (12 each) $20 tickets or (5 each) $50tickets$500 – (1) Bonus raffle ticket and choice of anythree $200 packages

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Early day shuttle will run continuously betweenthe Hilton Anatole Hotel and Market Hall. Dayshuttle will run a continuous loop from theHilton Anatole Hotel to Market Hall. Eveningshuttle will run a continuous loop from MarketHall to the Hilton Anatole Hotel.

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Early day shuttle will run continuously betweenthe Hilton Anatole Hotel and Market Hall. Dayshuttle will run a continuous loop in parkinglots from Market Hall to the Hilton AnatoleHotel. Evening shuttle will run a continuous loop fromMarket Hall to the Hilton Anatole Hotel.

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Shuttle will run a continuous loop in parkinglots from the Hilton Anatole Hotel to MarketHall.

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EExxppoo HHoouurrss::TThhuurrssddaayy:: 1100 aamm –– 66 ppmm

FFrriiddaayy:: 1100 aamm –– 66 ppmmSSaattuurrddaayy:: 99 aamm –– 66 ppmmSSuunnddaayy:: 1100 aamm –– 44 ppmm

SShhooww SSppeecciiaall MMeemmbbeerrsshhiipp PPaacckkaaggee $$110000Includes 1 year sponsor membership to Dallas Safari Club, a

4, 3, 2 or 1-day pass (depending on day purchased) to the Expo PLUS entryinto

DSC “Zebra” Chevy Truck/Tanzania Safari Drawing44--DDaayy PPaassss $$4455

Expo Silent Auction!This year’s Expo Silent Auction will sport some of the finest auction items tobe found. This spectacular spread is located at the end of aisles 300 – 400next to the food court. The Expo Silent Auction hours are as follows:

TThhuurrssddaayy:: 1100 AAMM -- 44::3300 PPMMFFrriiddaayy:: 1100 AAMM -- 44::3300 PPMMSSaattuurrddaayy:: 99 AAMM –– 44 PPMM

The Silent Auction Area will be open on Sunday for buyers to collect theirpurchases. We look forward to seeing you at the Expo Silent Auction!


SCHEDULE OF EVENTSDDAATTEE EEVVEENNTT VVEENNUUEETTuueessddaayy,, JJaannuuaarryy 881:00 pm – 6:00 pm Exhibitor Registration & Move In Market Hall

WWeeddnneessddaayy,, JJaannuuaarryy 998:00 am – 6:00 pm Exhibitor Registration & Move In Market Hall6:30 pm – 10:00 pm Exhibitor Welcoming Party & Auction Hilton Anatole HotelBanquet Sponsored by: Gander Mountain

TThhuurrssddaayy,, JJaannuuaarryy 11008:00 am – 10:00 am Exhibitor Breakfast Hilton Anatole Hotel10:00 am – 6:00 pm Registration & Exhibit Halls Open Market Hall10:00 am – 6:00 pm Silent Auction Open Market Hall 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm Casual Banquet & Auction Hilton Anatole HotelBanquet Sponsored by: Bass Pro ShopsWine Sponsored by: Capital Farm Credit

FFrriiddaayy,, JJaannuuaarryy 11118:00 am – 10:00 am Exhibitor Breakfast Hilton Anatole Hotel10:00 am – 6:00 pm Registration & Exhibit Halls Open Market Hall1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Seminars Hilton Anatole Hotel10:00 am – 6:00 pm Silent Auction Open Market Hall 11:00 am – 3:00 pm Ladies Auction & Luncheon Hilton Anatole HotelLunch Sponsored by: Academy Sports & Outdoors

6:30 pm – 7:15 pm Banquet Registration & Cocktails Hilton Anatole Hotel7:15 pm – 10:00 pm Dinner, Youth Program & Auction Hilton Anatole Hotel Banquet Sponsored by: Cabela’sWine Sponsored by: Graff Automotive Family of Dealers

SSaattuurrddaayy,, JJaannuuaarryy 11227:00 am – 9:00 am Exhibitor Breakfast Hilton Anatole Hotel8:00 am – 10:00 am Life Member Breakfast Hilton Anatole HotelBreakfast Sponsored by: The Foxy HuntressGuest Speaker: Dr. Red Duke9:00 am – 6:00 pm Registration & Exhibit Halls Open Market Hall9:00 am – 4:00 pm Silent Auction Open Market Hall 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Seminars Renaissance Dallas Hotel6:30 pm – 7:15 pm Banquet Registration & Cocktails Hilton Anatole Hotel7:15 pm – 10:00 pm Dinner, Peter H. Capstick Hunting Heritage Award, Hilton Anatole HotelBanquet Sponsored by: RBC Dain Rauscher Outstanding Hunting Achievement Award, Program & AuctionWine Sponsored by: Sovereign Bank11:00 pm – 2:00 am After Hours Entertainment Hilton Anatole Hotel

SSuunnddaayy,, JJaannuuaarryy 11338:00 am – 10:00 am Exhibitor Breakfast Hilton Anatole Hotel10:00 am – 4:00 pm Registration & Exhibit Halls Open Market Hall10:00 am – 4:00 pm Silent Auction Item Payment & Collection Market Hall 4:00 pm Show & Exhibit Hall Closes Market Hall4:00 pm – 10:00 pm Exhibitor Move Out Market Hall10:00 pm Exhibit Hall Locked Market Hall

SEMINAR SCHEDULESeminars will be held Friday at the Hilton Anatole Hotel and Saturday at the Renaissance Hotel

Friday, Jan. 11, 2008Hilton Anatole Hotel

Saturday, Jan. 12, 2008Renaissance Dallas Hotel

Lone Star Room #1 Lone Star Room #2 Lone Star Room #311:00 am - 12:00 pm Wilderness Survival Safari Planning1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Wilderness Medicine Hunting Whitetails Rowland Ward

Measuring Course(1 - 4 pm)

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Boddington & Carter on the Big Five4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Hunting South Africa

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oonn tthhee BBiigg FFiivveePresenter: Craig T. Boddington

and Ivan CarterCraig Boddington, DSC Life Member and

host of the DSC-sponsored hit televisionseries “Tracks Across Africa,” is the mostprolific outdoor writer and recognized hunt-ing personality of our generation. The authorof 20 books and over 3,000 magazine articleson the subjects of hunting and firearms,Boddington’s straightforward, no-nonsenseapproach has made him one of the mostsought after speakers in the hunting industry.Ivan Carter is one of the most dynamic pro-fessional hunters of the modern-day safariera.

No game classification in the history ofhunting carries the mystique as “Africa’s BigFive.” Few modern day hunters have theexperience of Boddington and Carter withthe Big Five. In this seminar, Craig and Ivanshare their experiences with hunting theDark Continent’s most dangerous big game.

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Presenters: Terry Blauwkamp, Carol

Rutkowski & Anne Gaines-Burrill Dallas Safari Club hand-loading specialist,

veteran of numerous African safaris andauthor of “African Tips for Trips,” TerryBlauwkamp offers tips for the first-timer orveteran safari hunter planning an Africansafari. Customs and clearing expert CarolRutkowski, of Coppersmith, Inc. will adviseparticipants on the proper procedures to shipand import their valued trophies back home.Anne Gaines-Burrill from Air 2000 HuntersSupport will give a rundown on the require-ments of the South African Firearms ControlAct and what you need to do to bring yourown firearms to Africa.

HHuunnttiinngg WWhhiitteettaaiillssPresenter: Larry “Mr. Whitetail” Weishuhn

Dallas Safari Club Life Member, DallasSafari Club Game Trails field editor, author,television host and world-renowned whitetailexpert, Larry Weishuhn offers his expertadvice on hunting North America’s favoritegame animal. Learn Larry’s secrets for suc-cess at this excellent seminar that willinclude trophy judgment, hunting techniquesand just about everything you wish to learnabout white-tailed deer.

HHuunnttiinngg SSoouutthh AAffrriiccaa Presenter: Peter Flack

Peter Flack is an 11th generation, SouthAfrican businessman (the chairman ofRowland Ward), conservationist and gamerancher, as well as the author and editor offour books, hundreds of articles and the pro-ducer of six DVDs on African hunting. Hehas been on hundreds of safaris in 12 Africancountries for over 140 species of game and,last year, received the highest accolade thatamateur hunting organizations in SouthAfrica can bestow, The Musgrave Award, forhis life-time achievements and contributionto hunting. He is an entertaining speakerand authority on hunting in his country.

WWiillddeerrnneessss SSuurrvviivvaallPresenter: Peter Kummerfeldt

DSC survival editor and member, PeterKummerfeldt will share his unmatchedknowledge and firsthand skills developedfrom 30 years as a United States Air Forcewilderness safety and survival instructorand the lessons he learned along the way.Proven practical survival skills, not primi-tive skills or myths, will be discussed —skills that work under the most difficult of

survival circumstances.

WWiillddeerrnneessss MMeeddiicciinneePresenter: Eric Sine, Global Rescue QuickReaction Team Leader, Senior Chief USN,

Senior Naval Instructor, US Special OperationsCommand 18D Paramedic Course

To teach this class, Senior Chief Sine,Naval Senior Enlisted Leader at the JointSpecial Operations Medical Training Center,Ft. Bragg, N. C., and veteran of OperationDesert Shield, Storm, Saber and IraqiFreedom, will draw from his 18 years of U.S.Military Special Operations experience.

Senior Chief Sine will cover how to incor-porate a first-aid kit, gear and environmentalaids to ensure the survival of you or a fellowhunter should an injury occur. This class willhave something for everyone, from the mostbasic first-aid tools to those used byadvanced rescuers.

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Jane Halse from DSC partner and sponsorRowland Ward will offer a Measuring Courseon the Rowland Ward scoring system to cer-tify Rowland Ward Measurers.

Emerald Room Topaz Room1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Wilderness Survival Hunting South Africa2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Educators Seminar Boddington & Carter on the Big Five4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Hunting Whitetails Safari Planning


Company Booth

AAA Africa Serapa Safaris 145Adam Clements-Safari Trackers, Inc. 382/384/386/388Adam Freeman Studio 1050

Adansonia Safaris 1166

Advanced Taxidermy & Wildlife Design 1046/1048

Adventure Unlimited Inc. 591Africa Hunting Safaris, Inc. 163/165Africa Thirstland Safaris CC 194

African Classic Safaris/Worldwide Hunting 1128African Dreams 1022African Elephant Hair Bracelets 645African Field Sports 529/531

African Game Industries, Inc. 806/808African Hunter Magazines 697African Images, Inc. 620

African Odyssey 283/285

African Odyssey Travel 273African Savanna Hardwood Furniture 126African Sporting Gazette 968African Twilight Safaris 820AgTexas Farm Credit Services 1006

Air 2000 (Pty) Ltd. 807

Alain Lefol Safaris 1075Alamo Outfitting 184Alamo Sporting Arms LLC 314Alaska’s Bearclaw Lodge 980Alaska Fur Gallery/Alaskan Vacation Club 933/935

Alaska Glacier Mountain Outfitters 186Alaska Raven Guides LLC 818Alaska Wildlife Adventures 205Alaskan Fishing Adventures 239

Allen Game Ranch/Sadaka Safaris 1124Aloe Hunting Safaris 593Alpine Hunting - Shane Quinn 373Amazon Tours, Inc. 483/485/487/489

American Traders 1255Americase 613/615

Anderton Ranch 287Anjely Antiques & African Imports 887/888

APICDA 1169

Argentina Expeditions-Rafael Tagliacozzo 459

Artistic & Realistic Taxidermy LLC 133/135Artistic Wildlife 120Aru Game Lodges 1268ASJ Trophy Hunting New Zealand 195Astra Hunting Farm 978Atascosa Wildlife Supply 1115/1117/1214/1216

Athabasca River Outfitters Inc. 859Australian Big Game Safaris 912Autumnwood Outfitters 1220

Aventura Jewelry Company 242Bad Boy Buggies 1005/1007

Banovich Fine Art Gallery 353-359/452-458

Bansner’s Ultimate Rifles, LLC 513/515

Baranof Wilderness Lodge 119

Barbour Inc. 558Bare Tracks Trophies 1257

Bass Pro Shops 576/578BC Safaris 477

Bear Bay Lodge, Alaska 597

Bear Paw Guide & Outfitter 252Beauchamp Knives/Stamascus Knife Works 213

Beaulieus Trophy Hunts 2005 Ltd. 1107

Beaverfoot Outfitting 750Beretta Gallery 468/470

Bhejane Game Reserves RSA 809

Bill Lemon Safaris 664/666Blaauwkrantz Safaris 101/200Bobby Hansen Safaris 734

Bonnet Plume/McKinnon & Co. Outfitters 517

Boone & Crockett Club Association 1/2Born to Hunt Safaris 783

Brooklands Hunting Safaris 694/696

Brown Realty Co. of Rayville Inc. 1167Buckbrush Outfitters/Hunter Interests 245Buffalo Creek Ranch, Inc. 105/107

Butler’s Smokehouse 296Byseewah Safaris 866/868Cabela’s Gun Library 453/455Canadian Guide Outfitters Ltd. 209

Cape Horn African Adventures 177/179Capital Farm Credit 113Captain Cal’s Lakeside Lodge 825Cardrona Safaris New Zealand 304

Carlton R. Evans Handmade Knives 148

Casa Grande Lodge 164

Cavner & Julian Inc. 832Caza Hispanica 191

Cazatur Spain & Europe 434

Ceaser Lake Outfitters 638

Cedar Tree Outfitters 1065

Central Kubota 988Champion Ranch 1034Champlin Firearms, Inc. 233/235Charlton McCallum Safaris 106

Cheetah Safaris/Sable Safaris 743/745Chifuti Safaris - Safari Classics 758/760

Chinanga Safaris 1150Choronga Safaris 688

Chris Bilkey Track & Trail Safaris 1051

Christenson Arms 1047/1049Circle E Ranch 1170/1172CJ’s Treasures 1067

Club Explo-Sylva Inc. 1206Club Faune 1217/1219Coastal Inlet Adventures 796Cochrane River Outf./Wollaston Lake Lodge 1146Coenraad Vermaak Safaris 547/549/551

Cole Gunsmithing 1023/1025

Comanche Outfitters, LLC 882Continental Divide Knives 278

Coppersmith, Inc. 647Coral Sea Safaris 1021

Costa Rica East and West 137Cotton Mesa 579/581

Coy’s Yellow Creek Outfitting 363

Coyote Crossing Ranch 871Craigieburn Alpine Safaris New Zealand 909/911

Custom Shop 658/660

Cutting Boards, Etc. 738

CWD Alliance 3Dallas Business Journal 1024Dallas CEO Magazine 881Dallas Gun Club 595Dallas Woods & Waters 4

Damuth Taxidermy, Inc. 223/225

Danny McCallum Safaris Ltd. 651

David Drinkard Art 831/833

David Green Master Furrier 962/964

De Klerk Safaris 123Deborah Vaughn Designs 719

Delta Waterfowl 5Devin Rowe Bronze Inc. 685/687/689

Diamond D Whitetail Ranch 878/880

Didimala Safaris 1269

Die Keiler 778Dinaka Game Reserve 243Dirk de Bod Safaris Namibia CC 839DODGE 900/901Donnie Stegemoller Realtors 915Dries Visser Safaris 346/348

E Circle E Hunting Farms 1148

E.A.R./Insta-Mold 821Eagle Pass Lodge 109

Eagle Track’em Outfitters 157East Fork Ranch 117Echo Lake Big Game Hunts 867

Eden Ridge Outfitters 834Eden Trophy Hunting - Namibia 787

Ekland Safaris 779/781

Elcan Optical Technologies 817Electronic Shooters Protection 987Elizabeth & The Gold Lady 152Empire Rifle Company 568/570/572

Endegi Gallery LLC 1289

Estancia Alicura 575/577

Estancia La Criolla 1072

Euless Guns & Ammo. 207Eurogun Imports Inc. 449Evolution USA 780

Expeditions by Ron, Inc. 356

Explorer Satellite Communications, Inc. 1174

Federico Gellini Safaris - Tanzania 457

Fejes Guide Service, Ltd. 534

Felix Lalanne Safari Brokers Spain 389

Fernando Saiz - Spain 332

Fine Art & The Animal 1285

Fine Ideas Furniture 176

Firesteel Creek Lodge 872/874

Fishabout Sport Fishing Adventures 1183

Fishtail Ranch 848Flag Ranch/West Texas Safaris 773

Flagg Group, The/Vermejo Park Ranch 383/385/387

Flying P Outdoors Hunting Lodge 1179FM Allen 961-967/1060-1066

Forever Christmas by Chelsea, Inc. 1189

Fort Knox/Complete Security Service 904/906

Four Seasons Safaris New Zealand 462/464

Foxy Huntress LLC 1121/1123/1125

Frontiers International Travel 519Frosch International Travel 1004FTW Outfitters 188/190/192

Furs and Feathers Taxidermy 693/695Furs by Robert 635/637/639

Gavin Rabinovitch Safaris 869Gems on the Brazos 1104

Gioia Mia 1267Giuseppe Carrizosa - Spain 322

Glacial Lakes Hunting Resort 669/671Global Adventure Outfitters 1081Global Hunting Resources 1015/1017/1114/1116

Global Rescue 118

Global Sportsman, The 665Gracy Travel International Inc. 259Grant Adventures Int’l. 525/527Great Grey Outfitters, Ltd. 232/234Great Rocky Mountain Fur Co. 391/393

Great Spanish Hunts 910

Greg Pennicott Safaris 284

Griffin & Howe 858/860/862/864

Gsells Whitetail Refuge 926

Hartland Trophy Ranch 1149

Heads Above the Rest 394/396

Healey’s God’s Lake Narrows Lodge 1143Hearing Professional Center 249Hearthstone, Inc. 816Heartland Wildlife Ranches 1135/1137/1139/1141

Heaven’s Gates Outfitters 490/492Hendershots Sporting Goods 792/794

Heritage Collectables 127/129

Heym USA/Double Gun Imports 952HHK Safaris 674/676/678/680

High Mountain White Tails 929Hill Country Rifle 746/748

Hispacaza gestion S.L. 739

Holland & Holland 439/441

Holliday Air Inc. 1085Holloway Fur Co. 812/814

Holstein Hunting Safaris 244Hornady Manufacturing 1041/1043/1140/1142Horseshoe Creek Outfitters 819

Hunt Alaska 187Hunt and Fish with John Kelly 1176Hunt Australia 377

Hunt Europe 172Hunt Trip Spain 545

Huntafrica Namibia CC 1071Hunters & Guides Africa 263Hunters Headquarters 227/229

Hunters Namibia Safaris 339/341

Huntershill Safaris 202

Hunting Consortium 342/344Iantosca Travel Marketing Concepts 931Immenhof Hunting & Guest Farm 775

Inafrica Safaris / Kan Safaris 362/364/366

Inconnu Lodge 970Indian River Ranch Guides & Outfitters 876Indianhead Ranch 282

Ingogo Safaris 908Inman Productions 654International Big Game Hunters 256/258IOTA 1162/1164

IPHA 11J W Hulme Company 975J. Howell Alaskan Outfitters LLC 810J.B. Hill Boot Company 1276J.J. Caceria - www.Cordobadoves.com 813J/B Adventures & Safaris 555Jackson Armory, LLC 1029/1031

Jan Martin McGuire - Artist/Naturalist 334/336/338

Jensen Jewelers of Idaho LLC 751

Jerky Central/Jerky Hut 1271Johan Calitz Hunting Safaris 333

Johann Muller Safaris 160

John X Safaris 977Joshua Creek Ranch 269Joshua Spies Art Design 921/923/925

Just 4 Ears (E.A.R. Inc) 104Kalahari Safari 857

Kansas Trophy Whitetails 747Katmai Guide Service 538/540

KDF, Inc. 636

Keerweder Hunting Safaris 770

Kelly Mitchell Fine Jewelry/Rede Diamond 629/631/728/730

Keyah Grande LLC, The Lodge 657/659

Kgori Safaris - Botswana 291/293Kimber 1014/1016Kimihia Safaris 1204

King Bros. UTV Ranch 1277/1279

King of the Mountain 768Kiwi Safaris New Zealand 476/478Klawerberg Game Ranch-Namibia 850Knives of Alaska/Diamond Blade LLC 299/397/398

Kobus Moller Studios LLC 463/465/562/564

Kodiak Sportsmans Lodge 279

Kowas Adventure Safaris 920

Krieghoff 312

Krooked River Ranch/Texas Best Outfitters 193Kudu Exclusives 1129/1131/1228/1230

La Gaviota Uruguay 155Lategan Safaris 134

Lazy J Bar O Outfitters - Alaska 1210Leaf River Lodge 295/297

Exhibitors/Donors

Exhibitors in boldare also donors

(As of Press Time)


Lee Livingston Outfitting, Inc. 139Legendary Adventures Inc. 345/347/349Leica Camera Inc. 656Leithen Valley Trophy Hunts NZ & Australi 390

Leota’s 1160

Leupold & Stevens Inc. 288

Lewis Drake And Associates 941/943/1040/1042

Liard River Adventures 667Lilly Porter Fine Jewelry 937Limcroma Safaris 774/776Linda Lemon Wildlife Artist 668/670

Live Water Properties 764Lobo Peak Guides & Outfitters 873

Lochinvar Safaris New Zealand 976Lochow Ranch Professional Pond/Lake Mgmt. 918

Lone Star Ag Credit 1132Lone Star Field Products 756Lone Star Outdoor News 1111Lone Star Outfitters 1281/1283

Long Grass Outfitters LLC 130/132

Louis Venter Safaris 879

Love Bros. & Lee Ltd. 1073

Loveless Custom Boot & Shoes 222/224/226

Lyon Safaris 275Mabula Pro Safaris 306/308

Madubula Safaris 433/435

Mafigeni Safaris 1077

Majestic Mountain & Lakeview Outfitters 218Makadi Safaris 108Manuka Point Lodge New Zealand 1028Mark Dewet Safaris 934Mary River Australian Safaris 950

Matlabas Game Hunters 982

Matthew Greeff Safaris 253/255Maxwell’s Art 1161/1163

McClelland Gun Shop 372/374/376

McDonald Pro Hunting 116

Medjet Assist 784/786Medstar 1181Meyer Custom Boots 863/865MG Arms Inc. 561

Michigan Elk Hunting 1261Mike McCrave Hunting Ltd. 640Miles & Miles Outfitters 204/206

Miombo Safaris Limted 754

Mkhamba Safaris 115Mokore Safaris 954Mountain Monarchs of Alaska 789Murray Custom Leather 624/626Nagelhout & Company 712/714/716

Namib Sun Hunting Safaris 479

Namibia Tourism Board 16

NAPHA 10National Rifle Association Shows & Events 740Nebraska Trophy Whitetails 1032

New England Custom Gun Service 956

New Zealand Investments & Conservation 883/885New Zealand Wildlife Safaris 618Nico & Will Pelser Bowhunting Adventures 1259

No Fences Land Company 985North Alberta Outfitters 110

North Mexico Safari Club 7North Rim Trophy Hunts 266North Star Outfitting 1208

Northern Giants Trophy Ranch Inc. 1070Northern Wildlife Ventures 180

Northsask Frontier Adventures 143

Oakcreek Whitetail Ranch LLC 1120/1122

Oasis Outdoor Furnishings, Inc. 1171

Okavango Botswana Kalahari 316/318Omatako Hunting Trails 286Omujeve Safaris Namibia 1074/1076Ondjamba Safaris - Game Trackers Africa 445/447Operation Orphans, Camp Gene Ashey 6

Orpa Hunting Ranch - Namibia 1221Orvis Dallas 552/554/556Otjandaue Hunting Farm 1187Otjinuke Hunting Ranch, Namibia 733Out of Africa- In Montana Artist Gallery 947/949Outback Wildlife Feeders 1100/1101/1102/1201Outdoor Safe 13Outdoor Visions Inc. 644/646/648/650Painted Adventures 1134/1136Patio Ranch, The 1188

Paul Phelan Safaris/Safari Bound S Africa 491/493Paul Stones Safaris Africa 289

Perchhill Art 153

Performance Top Drives/Custom Hunting Rig 1222/1224Peter Blackwell Wildlife Art 971/973

Pheasant Meadows Outfitters 690/692Phillip Bronkhorst Safaris 590/592

Pierre Van Tonder Big Game Safaris 138/140Pot Belly Blinds 196/198Premier Safaris Inc. 735/736/737Pro Safaris Africa 767Professional Hunters Assoc. South Africa 12Profi Hunt Ltd. Hunting in Russia/Asia 436

QB Ranch Reserve 1270Quagga Safaris 830R C Hunt Wildlife Art 1036R J Hunt Jewelers 365

RainStar Ranch, L.P. 1175/1177

Ranch King Hunting Blinds 1280/1282Rancho Ala Blanca 1266

Rancho Caracol 272/274

Rann Safaris/777 Ranch 444/446/448

Rapids Camp Lodge 571

Rata Maire Deer New Zealand 182

Rawhide Creek Ranch and Hunt Club Inc. 852Rebecca Hallam Designs 1229RecordBuck Ranch 112

Red Canyon Ranch 1008/1010

Red Oxx Manufacturing 469/471/473

Redfish Lodge 1030

Reel Hunting, New Zealand 641

Retriever Sporting Clays 1151Reveille Hunting Ranch - Namibia 924

Rhinoland Safaris 183/185

Rhodes Brothers Taxidermy 1223

Richard Cooke Safaris 124Rick’s Outpost 684/686Rifles Inc. 630Rio Bonito Ranch 215Rio Grande Rancho & Resort 718/720Rocker b Ranch 938Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation 8

Ron Schaefer Artist 392Ron Stepp Fine Knives 847/849/851Rovuma Hunting Safaris 805

Rowland Ward 154/156Rungwa Game Safaris 254Russell Moccasin Company 612/614

Ryan Perry - Artist 981/983Safari Hunting Adventures 290/292Safari Nordik 257

Safari Press 644

Safari S.A. 823Safari Studios (Wildlife Connections) 237Safari Trails International 1262

Safari World of Robin Hurt 438/440Safaris Botswana Bound 521Safric Safaris & Hunting 946/948

Saltwater Taxidermy 201Santa Fe Trail Hunts 785

Satterwhite Log Homes 1287/1288Savannah Safaris - South Africa 265/267

Savannah Safaris - Zimbabwe 628

Schmidt & Bender 958

Scrimshaw by Terry Christian 698Select Safaris 569

Serengeti Rifles, Inc. 788

SHE Safari 1153/1155/1157

Sherry Steele Unlimited 246/248

Shikar Safaris 544/546Sikanni River Outfitters 335

Silak Adventures 125

Simply Hunting with Paul Barstad 811

Sitatunga Safaris 582/584

Smith & Wesson 368

South Pacific Safaris New Zealand 744

South Texas Tripods & Feeders.Com 917

Southeast Alaska Guide Service 170

Southern Cross Safaris 324

Southwest Gallery 212/214/216

Spey Creek Trophy Hunting - New Zealand 853/855

Sporting International Inc. 565

Sports Afield 649

Sportsman’s Alliance for Alaska/Renewable 9

Spring Valley Anglers 940

SS Pro Safaris 482

Steyn Safaris 854/856

Stormberg Elangeni Safaris 352/354

Strong Case by TnB Enterprises, Inc. 798/799

Stukel’s Upland Adventures 536

Sturm, Ruger and Company 585/587

Stutzman Hells Canyon Custom Rods 472

Su King’s Fashion Collection 147/149

Sueno del Mar 1084

Summit Station Lodge & Wilderness Exped 870

Superior Ammunition 358

Superior Fiberglass 100/102

Sure Fire, LLC 721

Sure Grip Racks 1105

Swanepoel & Scandrol Safaris 557/559

Swarovski Optik North America 300/301

Swartkei Safaris 691

Sweeney Enterprises Feeders 1260

Swift Bullet Company 236/238

Syracuse Custom Meats 771

T. Jeffrey Safari Co., The 822/824

TAG Safari Clothing 836/838

Tailwaters Fly Fishing Company 942

Tam Safaris 723/725

Tambuti Wilderness 617/619

Tanganyika Wildlife Safari 679/681

Tanzania Adventures, Inc. 142/144/146

Tanzania Big Game Safaris 326/328

Taxidermy Africa 217

Team Murphy Realty LLC 905/907

Terra Cat 298

Terry Wilson Antler Designs 625/627/724/726

Texas Bighorn Sheep Society 14

Texas Hunt Company 1106/1108/1110

Texas Parks & Wildlife/Oper. Game Thief 15

Texas Pistol Academy 951

Texas Safari Hunting Products 827

Texas Sporting Journal 916

Texas Tree Whackers/Johns Guns 930/932

Texas Wildlife Supply 1180/Lawn A

Texas Wildlife Taxidermy 791/793

TGB Outfitters 178

Thaba Mmoyo Safaris 588

The Montana Watch Company 277

The Posh Buffalo 1182/1184

Theriau Lake Lodge 586

Thompson/Center Arms 369/371

Thormahlen & Cochran Safaris 535/537/539/541

Tierra Encantada Outfitters/Guides 922

Timbercreek Outfitters 1225

Timberwolf Trading Co. 655

Tip Top Wilderness Lodge 966

Tomkinson African Wingshooting 936

Tonkaway Ranch 835/837

Total Outdoor Adventures 877

Trek International Safaris 841/843

Tres Chic Furs 1263/1265

Trijicon, Inc. 1274

Trinity Outfitters Shooting Resort 189

Trophy Hunter Safaris, Inc. 228

Trophy Hunters Africa 634

Trophy Safaris CC 1083

Trophy Safaris Namibia 114

Trophy Tools 1037

Tropic Star Lodge of Panama 729/731

Truelife Taxidermy 741

TruSolutions Corporation 1020

Tshabezi Safaris 159

Tukii Lodge 1011

Tumbleweeds 197

TW Tanks Inc. Trophy Blinds 1080/1082

Uhlenhorst Hunting Safaris 1130

Ultimate Ammunition Company LLC 790

Unico Hunting Safaris 484/486

United Country/Texas Choice Real Estate 826/828

Valhalla Game Ranch 589

Van Dewark Art Glass 1061/1063

Van Noordwyk Safaris 777

Van Vuuren African Safaris 262/264

Verdera & Vicente 1227

Vieranas Safaris - Bow Hunting 661

W.F. Mans Safaris 168

Wachovia Securities Financial Network 1109

Walden & Bork LLC 616

Warthog Sharpeners - USA 1278

Weatherby/Schooler Associates 378

Webb Hammond Knives and Jeweler 797

Wells Gallery 173/175

Wendell Reich Hunter’s Quest Internationa 488

Westervelt Sporting Lodge/Kiwi Safaris NZ 379

Westley Richards Agency 1033/1035

Westwind Tugboat Cruises 749

Whitetail Junction Ranch 984

Wicked River Outfitters 276

Wild Arts by Raj S. Paul 167/169

Wild West Guns 986

Wilderness Mint 766

Wildlife Images Taxidermy 972

Wildman Lake Lodge/Cinder River Lodges 548

William & Son 761/763/765

Woods Outfitting 1009

Wormald Hunting Adventures 219

Y Bar Ranch 268

Y.O. Ranch/Woodbury Taxidermy 675/677

Yukon Stone Outfitters Ltd. 247

Zambezi Hunters 294

Zeiss Sports Optics 208

Zuka Safaris Africa 621


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hen you put the finest ofleathers and exotic skins intothe hands of highly-skilledcraftsmen, it’s inevitable that

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Since 1996, El Paso-based J.B. Hill BootCompany has been offering high-end hand-made Western boots to its customers.

Company President Dr. James Hill, aretired racehorse veterinarian, says qualityand customer service are the companygoals: “We care about our customers, andare very proud of the boots and belts thatwe make.”

In “The Art of the Boot” (Gibbs Smith, pub-lisher), author Tyler Beard describes his firstencounter with J.B. Hill Boots, as he watchesthe “luscious” samples being pulled out oftheir black bags: “I sat transfixed in astunned state of boot bondage. These bootswere slick as glass, beauteous to behold.”

They are boots that just make you kind ofswagger a bit, Dr. Hill has said.

For that, thank the company’s designersand bootmakers, second- and third-genera-tion craftsmen who learned their art fromtheir fathers and grandfathers. They hand-cut, sew and bench last each pair of boots,one pair at a time.

The company has more than 100 standardstyles from which customers can choose.

They can request a catalog, visit the com-pany Web site and place their order directlythrough the customer service department atthe factory.

Customers also can design their own per-sonalized boot.

They can pick the heel style, the type oftoe they prefer and the height of the boots.They also can choose from a variety of col-

ors and skins: including calf, buffalo, alliga-tor, ostrich, lizard, shark and more. J.B. Hillalso provides a service that will build bootsfor customers, utilizing the skins that areharvested on hunts. This is assuming thatthe hides are of good quality and approvedtannage.

Using only the finest leathers and skins,with superb tannage and world-class finish-es, combined with the best findings (insoles,outsoles, heels, cement, shanks and thread)ensures the wearer of many years of comfortand long-lasting beauty.

To assist the company in the fit process, a“fitter boot” that has been built on the com-pany’s clean last will be used to first estab-lish size. They also will require additionalfoot tracings and some measurements. Thefitting process using the fitter boot is toallow customers to put on a J.B. Hill boot,which gives them the opportunity to experi-ence both the fit and quality prior to havinga boot built.

From this starting point, adjustments willbe made.

In difficult-to-fit situations, a custom lastwill be built. And the last will be kept for upto two years for any additional orders.

J.B. Hill welcomes visitors to its El Pasofactory and at trade shows for personalizedfittings. However, a personal visit is not nec-essary to establish the fit. The company willmail the fitter boot directly to the client’shome or office.

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“All things considered, there areonly two kinds of people in theworld: Those who stay home andthose who do not. The second arethe most interesting.”

— Rudyard Kipling.

Hunters who opt not to stayhome and book a safari throughAfrica Hunting Safaris, Inc., (for-merly Zimbabwe Wildlife Safaris)will not only benefit from RonOliver’s expertise in hunting butalso from his familiarity withAfrica.

Ron, who began hunting as ayoung boy, followed in hisfather’s footsteps and joined themilitary. While serving 25 yearsin the U.S. Army, Ron wasassigned to the diplomatic corpsin Africa for nine years as well as14 years in Asia and the Pacific.For six of those years, he servedat the American Embassy inHarare, where he assisted theNational Parks in legalizingbowhunting in Zimbabwe.

Since Ron’s retirement fromthe Army in 1992, he has beenbooking hunting safaris intoAfrica.

Ron is one of the few outfitterswho specializes in rifle as well asbowhunting safaris. Bow safarisaccount for about 40 percent ofhis bookings.

“I’m known in the industry forbow hunts,” says Ron, who hasarranged bow safaris for suchwell-known bowhunters as PeteShepley, Chuck Adams, pastpresident of the Dallas SafariClub, and Gary Bogner, past pres-ident of Safari Club International.

Recently, Ron relocated his

business from Florida to Boerne,Texas, because about 80 percentof his clients are Texans.

“And about 60 percent arereturn clients,” says Ron, whoadds that much of his clientele isgenerated by word-of-mouth.

Ron can help arrange a properhunt to maximize the chance ofsuccess for dozens of majorspecies, including the Big 5.

“I have exclusivity on theranches and safari areas wherewe hunt,” he says.

These prime areas include sitesin Zimbabwe (including MatetsiUnit 5 by Victoria Falls), SouthAfrica, Zambia and Namibia.

Ron says there’s no better dealthan Zimbabwe right nowbecause the low trophy fees anddaily rates have stayed constant

for the last couple of years. Insome regions in Africa, thosefees have been escalatingsharply.

“At this time, ‘bang for buck’Zimbabwe has the market fordangerous game,” he empha-sizes.

Ron suggests that hunterswho want to book an Africansafari should book about a year

ahead. This helps them get thedates and species they want.Most people travel betweenMay and October. Booking atrip with Africa Hunting Safaris,Inc. is as easy as telling Ronwhat you want to hunt andwhen. He will advise you on thecountry to hunt, best areas tovisit, give you a quote on howmuch the trip will cost, andthen make the arrangementsfor your hunt.

Ron says he has been work-ing with his safari operations fora long time and knows them allpersonally as well as profes-sionally.

And, two or three monthseach year, he is in Africa check-ing out the service firsthand, aswell as assessing the securityand political situation in eachcountry.

Ron also will help with thatpesky paperwork for hunterswho take their own rifles.

Most clients go throughJohannesburg and all paperworkmust be properly completed andorganized to avoid problemswith the importation of firearms.

For more information, visitRon’s Web site at www.afric-ahs.com, call (830) 336-3345 orstop by Africa Hunting Safaris,Inc. Booths Nos. 163 and 165 atthe Dallas Safari Club’s 28thannual convention Jan. 10-13.Ron will also be attending theHouston Safari Convention andSCI in Reno. Visit Ron at hisbooth and to talk to some of theprofessional hunters visitingfrom Africa and pick up yourfree DVD and brochure.

Oliver’s expertise benefits safari huntersAfrica Hunting Safaris, Inc. hunts prime areas

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Redfish Lodge: Fish at every turnecluded on the tip ofRattlesnake Point, a mile-long peninsula minutesfrom Rockport, is the

Redfish Lodge.A must-go-to destination for

anglers, this fishing resort is on anarrow strip of land that separatesCopano Bay to the north from PortBay’s unspoiled marsh to thesouth. For fishing enthusiasts, thattranslates into fish at every turn.

Depending on the time of year,anglers can expect to find redfish,speckled trout, flounder and drumin the 6-inch to 6-foot shallowsthat make up the surrounding baysystems.

The resort’s owner, Jim Conklin,says the Redfish Lodge is more thangreat fishing. It also offers luxuri-ous accommodations, gourmet cui-sine and unique geography.

“The location and geography arekey, said lodge manager BrianHolden. “They lend themselves todoing what we do.”

Since Conklin opened the resortin 1992, it has grown tremendous-ly. Now overseen by his daughter,Melissa Rogers, the lodge was visit-ed by 300 guests in its first year ofoperation. Last year, the resorthosted 4,800 guests.

“Eighty-five percent are repeatcustomers,” said Holden, who hasbeen with the lodge since itopened.

The fishing resort’s busy season isMarch 1 through Thanksgiving.

The majority of its visitors are cor-porate clients brought in by Texas-based corporations to enjoy whatthe state has to offer. However, theRedfish Lodge also offers specials forfamilies and small groups.

Guests can stay in either the MainLodge or the recently completedRuddy Lodge, which caters to smallgroups who want privacy.

The Main Lodge can accommo-date up to 18 guests in its ninerooms. It offers a spacious loungewith double fireplace and bar, a cardroom with TV and video library,and a game room. Guests can alsorelax in the lighted swimming poolor on the deck’s hot tub.

The 3,700-square-foot RuddyLodge has its own dedicated staff,including a chef. The private lodgehas four bedrooms and can accom-modate up to eight guests. If offers agreat room with lounge, bar, diningarea, fireplace and entertainmentcenter. An upstairs lounge has a bil-liards table and games area.

The Redfish Lodge’s rates start at(per person/double occupancy)$1,080 for a guided bay two-dayfishing package.

That includes, of course, all thefishing you might want with anexperienced guide at the helm.

Anglers should pack a hat, sun-glasses and sunscreen. “We haveeverything else, including top-notch gear,” said Holden, who fre-quently will take guests out on thewater in one of the resort’s fleet ofpoling skiffs or bay boats.

“Our days are as long as you wantthem to be. We start at the crack ofdawn,” he said. Most guests usuallyfish for 6 to 8 hours per day.

However, the resort also has sta-dium lights on the beach and alighted pier for nighttime fishing,as well as a fleet of kayaks for anevening stalk of the nearby shal-low-water marsh.

Guests who opt not to fish can

immerse themselves in the naturalbeauty of the resort and observeshore birds, including spoonbillsand herons. They can visit the beach;practice their skills on the puttinggreens; or head into Rockport’s artmuseums and shops. Nearby AransasNational Wildlife Refuge, which isthe winter home to the whoopingcrane, also offers a great opportunity

for bird watching and nature tours.Holden says although he can’t

guarantee the weather or the fishing,he will guarantee the food, accom-modations and hospitality.

Visitors who opt not to drive inwill be met by staff members at theairport in Corpus Christi, which isabout 45 minutes from the lodge, orfor private aviation, the Aransas

County Airport, 10 minutes away. To find out more about the

Redfish Lodge’s family specials, orto make reservations, visitwww.redfishlodge.com or call(800) 392-9324. Redfish Lodge rep-resentatives will also be available toanswer questions at Booth No.1030 at the Dallas Safari Club’sSporting Expo, Jan. 10-13.

‘More than great fishing: luxurious accommodations, gourmet cuisine ...’

REDFISH LODGE ON COPANO BAY

ince The SportsmanChannel launched in 2003,the outdoor network hasbuilt its viewership by offer-

ing 100 percent hunting and fishingprogramming 24 hours a day, sevendays a week.

The Wisconsin-based companyhas grown tremendously in 2007and is currently in 15 million house-holds nationwide on a full- andpart-time basis. The SportsmanChannel has increased distributionin Texas on Time Warner Cablechannel 315 (channel 275 in Dallas)and is currently available in Dallas,Corpus Christi, El Paso, San Antonioand the Rio Grande Valley. The net-work also has added Video onDemand for its digital cable cus-tomers.

Acquired in June by InterMediaOutdoors Holdings (publishers ofpopular magazines such as In-Fisherman and Guns & Ammo), theSportsman Channel continues tofocus on quality programming thatappeals to hunters, anglers and out-doorsmen.

“And while the SportsmanChannel is the only network with24/7 hunting and fishing program-ming, we’ve heard the call from ourviewers to see more shooting sportsprogramming,” said MichelleScheuermann, director ofCommunications for the network.

“2008 is destined as another ban-ner year for us as we add morehousehold names,” she adds. “Byyear’s end, I would like to see at leastthree shooting sports shows andmore programs focused on womenand children enjoying the out-doors.”

Anchoring Sunday night’s pro-

gramming are shows your house-hold has grown to admire:

• “On Target with Guns &Ammo” at 7:30 p.m. is locked andloaded kicking off Sunday eveningwith a staff of expert writers and edi-tors who will take viewers on mem-

orable journeys in the middle of thefirearms world.

• “Benelli’s American SafariClassics” at 8 p.m. takes viewers intothe field for great hunting action.Benelli’s staff travels from theprairies of Alberta, Canada, for

ducks and geese to stag in Russiaand Argentina to the piney woodsof Mississippi for hog and deer andto the plains of Africa for buffaloand elephant.

• From National Wild TurkeyFederation, comes “TurkeyCountry” at 9 p.m. with excitinghunts, great stories and an opportu-nity to sharpen turkey skills. Thisshow features NWTF’s volunteersand mixes tips and how-to informa-tion to help you become a betterhunter.

For our fishing enthusiasts,“Friday Night Fish Fry” is sure toplease, so get hooked on:

• “In-Fisherman Specials” at 7p.m. is world-famous for tacklingevery species of freshwater fish. Thedistinguished staff will take viewersto the best fishing spots in NorthAmerica, covering lakes, rivers,reservoirs and coastal waters.

• “Yamaha’s Fishing ClubJournal” at 7:30 p.m. targets yourfavorite game fish every week offer-ing tips that work on your homewaters. Watch host Steve Pennazand experts tackle issues related toyour area.

• “Shallow Water Angler Classics”at 8 p.m. is from the producers atInterMedia Outdoors. The showbrings an informative and excitingway of covering saltwater flats, bayand back country fishing. Eachshow focuses on an overall topic,technique or species.

The Sportsman Channel has themost hours of bowhunting pro-gramming of any channel. So getyour fill during Monday Night Bow& Blackpowder with the followingshows:

• “Tejas Adventures” at 7 p.m.

bring viewers over two centuries ofcombined hunting experience. Andwith the addition of teen hunter,Jeremie Faldyn, the show continuesits focus on the next generation ofbowhunters.

• “Bowhunt 365” at 7:30 p.m.shows hunters on any budget howto find adventure with a bow andarrow 365 days a year. This seasonwill feature African Plains game,Midwestern and Texas Whitetail,antelope, javelina, hogs andexotics.

• “Bowhunter MagazineAdventures” at 9 p.m. is filled withbowhunting action and how-toinformation designed to entertainand educate. The Tech Talk andDead-On segments guarantee tohelp you make the most of yourshot opportunities.

“There are 164 hours in a weekand that’s exactly how much hunt-ing and fishing programmingyou’ll see on the SportsmanChannel,” Scheuermann said.

“We couldn’t focus on all 100-plus shows in the lineup for 2008,but check them out for yourself. Nomatter what time you tune-in, youwon’t be disappointed.”

For a complete show listing anddescriptions, visit www.thesports-manchannel.com and click on“Programming.” Or get TheSportsman Magazine delivered toyour door every quarter with tips,great outdoors stories and more!Sign up at www.thesportsman-channel.com/getthemagazine.

To request that The SportsmanChannel be offered by the satelliteproviders, call Dish Network at 1(800) 333-3474 or DIRECTV at 1(800) 531-5000.

The Sportsman Channel has sharp focus on outdoorsAll hunting and fishing programming with 100-plus shows

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Doug Stange is the host of the “In-Fisherman” shows on TheSportsman Channel.


Capital Farm Credit state’s largest ruralMany head for the country to enjoy favorite pastime

A growing number of people are heading to thecountry to buy land, and most of them are lookingfor a place where they can enjoy their favorite pas-time. Hunters account for a large share of recre-ational land buyers, but other diverse interestsrange from fishing and weekend ranching towildlife photography and hiking.

This news comes as no surprise to the lendingspecialists at Capital Farm Credit, the state’s largestrural lender. They have witnessed the trend first-hand.

“We’ve seen a huge increase in the number ofpeople buying land for recreation, so much so thatit has become the primary driving factor for landvalues in many areas,” said Ben Novosad, CapitalFarm Credit’s chief executive officer.

LLiivvee iinn tthhee CCiittyy,, OOwwnn LLaanndd iinn tthhee CCoouunnttrryyJay Stewart, president of Capital Farm Credit’s

Mason office, which makes loans in the Texas HillCountry, has seen recreation and long-term invest-ment potential become two of the top reasons peo-ple give for wanting to buy property.

“Many new land buyers view real estate as atangible investment asset with a reasonable expec-tation of return that their family can enjoy while itappreciates,” Stewart said. “It’s kind of hard toenjoy a stock certificate or mutual funds, but withland you can get out and do the things you enjoy.”

The lending cooperative also reports an upswingin the number of city-dwellers owning land in thecountry.

“Some of our customers are planning to leavethe city behind and move to the country full-time,”Novosad said. “But an equal number just want aplace to go on the weekends. We can help both.”

SSppeecciiaalliissttss iinn RRuurraall FFiinnaanncciinnggCapital Farm Credit specializes in rural financing,

including loans for rural land, country homes, agricul-ture and agribusiness. The lender also can provideoperating capital or loans for equipment and landimprovements.

“If it’s in the country, we can finance it,” Novosadsaid. “We’ve been making rural loans for 90 years, sowe have a depth of experience that most other lenderscan’t offer.”

Stewart agreed that knowledge of the local area andexpertise in rural lending can be a huge help to peoplelooking to buy rural land. “When people come in whohave a piece of property they’re interested in, most ofthe time we are familiar with the property or at leastwith the area and can tell them something about it.”Stewart said.

CCuussttoommeerrss SShhaarree iinn EEaarrnniinnggss“Another big advantage is that because we are a

cooperative, our customers share in our earnings,”Novosad said. “We’ve returned more than $100 millionto our customers through our patronage program overthe last decade.”

That pays off for Capital Farm Credit customers,said Don Liska, who ranches near Beeville.

“Capital is the only financial institution I know ofthat pays you to do business with them,” Liska said. Hefinanced his first piece of property with Capital FarmCredit in 1994 and went there again two years agowhen he was ready to buy more land.

“My experience with my local Capital office hasbeen excellent. I’ve known them for a long while, andthey’re good people,” Liska said. “I already enjoy doingbusiness there. The patronage payment is a bonus.”

For more information about Capital Farm Credit,visit www.capitalfarmcredit.com or visit Booth 113 atthe Dallas Safari Club Sporting Convention and Expo.

COUNTRY LIVING: Hunters account for a large share of recreationalland buyers. Other interests range from fishing and weekend ranchingto wildlife photography and hiking.

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