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There’s something special about the final day of the Safari Club International (SCI) Convention. It’s equal parts celebration and reflection. You feel the momentum of the week and the weight of what this community stands for. You're exhausted and exhilarated all at the same time. Day 1 Recap Here Day 2 Recap Here Day 3 Recap Here …
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Day 3 at the Safari Club International (SCI) convention was full throttle. Advocacy. Education. Family. And yes—Denim and Diamonds. We started at the "Denim and Diamonds"- themed SCI Sables Brunch (outfit-of-the-day recaps will be listed below). The room was packed, the energy high, and the purpose clear. I proudly raised my paddle for a couple …
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Day two at the Safari Club International (SCI) convention started early and stayed full. Board meeting. Region Representatives meeting (which I have the honor of chairing). Exhibitor visits are squeezed in between, and booked a few adventures to share in the future. Of course, we're going to talk about the outfit, but I also want …
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When you’re attending outdoor conventions, what you wear matters, especially if you’re stepping into leadership rooms. I'm just returning from the Safari Club International (SCI) convention, and I also recently spent days walking miles on the Shooting, Hunting, and Outdoor Trade Show (SHOT Show) floor in Las Vegas. As a member of the SCI board …
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Plan for an antelope hunt in 2026! As a Sister of the Sage who attended the Wyoming Women's Antelope Hunt in 2016, I encourage women looking for new hunting opportunities to attend this event. Below, you'll find the 2026 Application Timeline. While the hunt's success rate is high, this event is about more than tagging …
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Today, I'm going to share a morning adventure with you, but before I do, I need to tell you that I have already been working on my 2026 goals and making a plan for my vision. Are you working on yours? If so, please share what they are. Can you imagine, I aim to wake …
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Follow Me on LTK for Western and Outdoor Style Thank you for following along on my ranch, hunting, and outdoor adventures. I need help for you, my community. I’ve started posting clothing, gear, and essentials on an LTK page, where you can see my suggestions, recommendations, and the actual products I'm using. As a hunter, rancher, …
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As September 1st approaches, dove season kicks off, and that means you need to get your gear dialed in now! Below, I've shared an updated list for dove hunting gear. It does include some from the upland list, but if you're sitting in a field, you'll want to limit the orange. Whether you're a first-time …
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If you ever bump into me, ask me to tell you a funny story about a giant cabbage (this one isn't from my garden). I created this elk ramen recipe while looking for ways to use up said enormous crown. If you're looking for a quick, hearty meal with a kick of flavor, this one …
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Along the lines of the last recipe I shared, I'm creating an elk stew today. We usually make "Caldo de Rez," a beef broth stew. I call it the original bone broth. As with many of my creations, I make them with what I have, so I'm substituting elk meat today. This is a hearty …
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