DSC is closely monitoring CDC guidance regarding COVID-19.Updated information on meetings and events will be posted to the DSC website and emailed to DSC members as it becomes available.

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IN THIS ISSUE

Letter from the President .....................1DSC Foundation .....................................2Stay Safe in the Outdoors....................4DSC Georgia ............................................5Staff Updates ..........................................6S.A.F.E.T.Y. Extravaganza......................7New Membership Level ......................8Award Nominations ............................12Dove Hunt ..............................................14Membership Drive ...............................15Hunting Feature ....................................16Hunt Report ...........................................17Travel Update ........................................18New Members .....................................19Member Bulletin Board .....................20

Upcoming MeetingsEffective Jan. 1, all Monthly Meetings will require pre-registration. Walk-ins will no longer be accepted.

JUNE 2020

ominations are now being accepted for the new DSC Conservation Trailblazer Award. The Trailblazer Award

celebrates the immense contribution of wildlife professionals to the field of game and non-game wildlife conservation, including wildlife and habitat management, applied research and policy.

The recipient will be presented the award plus a $10,000 contribution toward his or her work in wildlife conservation at a banquet during the annual DSC Convention.

Nominees must be full-time state, federal, tribal, provincial, government, academic institution or NGO natural resource professionals. The award may be presented to recognize the lifetime career achievements of a distinguished wildlife professional or a specific project with a significant conservation impact.

Any interested conservationists may submit a nomination for this award. Candidates will remain eligible for two years unless re-nominated. Nomination materials must be submitted by September 1 each year.

The award will not be given posthumously and can only be won once. CT

New DSC Conservation Award for Wildlife ProfessionalsN The submission should contain:

• A detailed nomination statement with the nominee’s scope of work and impact in the field of wildlife conservation

• At least one additional supporting letter from a nominee’s peer or someone with direct knowledge of the nominee’s work

• The nominee’s resume or curriculum vitae

CAMP TALK PRODUCTION STAFFJay Ann Cox, PhD, Publisher & Editor in ChiefKarrie Meadows, Managing EditorTerri Lewis, Associate EditorTerry Blauwkamp, Reloading EditorNate Watson, Membership & CirculationCameron Kuenzer, Social Media ManagerKathy Gunnels, Art & ProductionChuck Cole, Art & ProductionNieman Printing, Printing & DistributionSafari Classics Productions, Online Media Services

DSC STAFFAdministrative Corey Mason, Executive Director Terri Lewis, Operations Manager Barri Murphy McConnell, Executive Assistant/ Grants Coordinator Jennifer Italiano, ReceptionistAdvocacy Matt Boguslawski, Manager of AdvocacyAuctions Lori Stanford, Auctions Manager Christie Selle, Auctions AssistantChapter Development Carson Keys, Development/ManagementCorporate Sponsors Kamille Martin, Corporate Sponsors/Convention EventsEvents Crystal Allison, Events ManagerExhibits Tatiane Brazil Upton, Exhibits Manager Holly Mapel, Exhibits AssistantMembership Nate Watson, Member & Volunteer ServicesPublications Jay Ann Cox, PhD, Director of Publications & Media Karrie Meadows, Managing EditorFor advertising opportunities and rates, contact Jay, jay@biggame.org, (972) 980-9800

OFFICERS 2020-2021Mark Little, PresidentScott Tobermann, Immediate Past PresidentAmy Callender, President-ElectDaniel McGehee, TreasurerJohn Patterson, Secretary

DIRECTORS 2018-2021 2019-2022 2020-2023Ray Mulholland Ken Heard David HoodRavin Reddy James Jeanes Jim Tolson Bob Scott Russell Stacy Michael Vernone

VICE PRESIDENTSKyle Allison, Tim Gafford, Phil Gordon

ASSISTANT VICE PRESIDENTSTim Danklef, Tim McCreary, Chris Sells, Clyde Wyatt

ASSISTANT TREASURERJohn Eads

ASSISTANT SECRETARYRoger Foltz

DSC-PAC CHAIRLance Phillips

APHA LIAISONJohn Patterson

CONSERVATION SOCIETY LIAISONCameron Kuenzer

LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENTTalkCamp

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Email: info@biggame.org • Website: biggame.orgAdvertising inquiries, letters and stories are welcome. Dallas Safari Club reserves the right not to publish, or to edit for content and length. The views expressed in Camp Talk are expressly those of the author and are not necessarily those of Dallas Safari Club, its members, employees or assigns.

Mark R. Little, DSC President

n May, the DSC staff, the Board and the board committees were hard at work despite all the hardships that our world is going through. To create a safe, engaging environment for our members, we are keeping close watch

on all levels of government and health guidelines regarding the future of scheduled events. Following Texas guidelines, the staff began returning to the office on May 4. This was done in phases to provide the safest working environment possible.

At this writing, in the past couple weeks, a new DSC conservation award has been announced, plans have kicked off for the next S.A.F.E.T.Y. Extravaganza, and DSC’s budgets for the coming year are under review.

As promised, we have also established a committee to review our Policy and Procedures Manual and our bylaws. This committee of five board members and five DSC members has been working long hours, brainstorming ways for DSC to become more transparent and more responsive to our members. The committee is meeting twice a month via teleconference for about three hours per session. And the work does not stop there. The dedication and passion of this group of volunteers is what this organization is about! We will be able to present some of these improvements to you next month once the board formally approves the changes that affect the Policy and Procedures manual. Any bylaw changes will have to go through the normal procedures of being approved by the membership.

As announced in May, the Hunters CARE fund has been established to ensure we support anti-poaching efforts by our exhibitors during this time. These men and women are on the frontline protecting the wildlife that we all love. We cannot allow all the gains we have seen in wildlife population over the past 100 years evaporate before our very eyes.

DSC is working hard to support our conservation partners while balancing the need to make sure that we are financially stable for the long run. I have long believed that when it comes to financial matters, you plan on the worst and hope for the best. Therefore, over the coming months, DSC will need to make wise choices on how to best use the resources that our members and conservation partners have so generously given us. Some of these choices will be difficult. I ask for your prayers that we make the right choices at the right time.

Balance and Wisdom Amid HardshipI

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DSC FOUNDATION

COVID-19 Relief Fund

DSC Foundation is organized

and operates under Section

501(c)(3) of the Internal

Revenue Code of 1986 as amended.

Donations to DSC

Foundation are deductible in accordance with Section 170 of the

Code.

s a part of DSC and DSC Foundation’s Hunters CARE (COVID-19 Anti-poaching Relief Effort) initiative, the DSC Foundation has unveiled plans for the creation of the DSCF COVID-19 Relief

Fund, designed to raise money in support of critical anti-poaching efforts.Due to the devastating financial impact of the Coronavirus pandemic and the resulting loss of

hunting revenue used to fund those efforts, the need for anti-poaching assistance has never been greater. The hunting operators that largely self-fund anti-poaching efforts have been greatly affected.

Poaching has not abated during the pandemic. In fact, reports suggest it, along with habitat degradation, is on the increase as poaching syndicates take advantage of the turmoil. Our world is facing a wildlife and habitat crisis that is unfolding before our very eyes.

DSC Foundation has a long history of supporting anti-poaching measures. To address this urgent need, the DSCF COVID-19 Relief Fund has been established to receive donations specifically ear marked for anti-poaching efforts.

In addition, DSC Foundation announced its intention to accept directed donations for specific anti-poaching projects designated by the donor.

Donations to the DSCF COVID-19 Relief Fund, including directed donations, will be applied strictly to approved and fully vetted anti-poaching projects without reduction for overhead or operating expenses. Donors are thus assured that their donations will have maximum impact.

To learn more about the DSCF COVID-19 Relief Fund and how you can support the efforts of DSC Foundation, please visit www.dscf.org and click on the DSCF Hunters CARE graphic.

Please join us in the initiative by making a donation to the DSC COVID-19 Relief Fund. CT

ABY RICHARD T. CHEATHAM, DSC FOUNDATION EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The work of anti-poaching patrols never ends.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

DSC Joins Campaign to Stay Safe in the Outdoors

unters and outdoor enthusiasts challenged by stay-at-home orders know that going outside is still a possibility. Favorite activities such as

hunting, fishing, shooting, cycling, hiking, nature watching, even running can be done responsibly, with an eye to stopping the spread of coronavirus. A new media campaign #ResponsibleRecreation aims to encourage outdoor recreation and proper safety protocols.

DSC is taking the pledge for #ResponsibleRecreation, joining with other conservation leaders, including the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies, Congressional Sportsman Foundation, Ducks Unlimited, National Wild Turkey Federation, Pheasants Forever and Trout Unlimited.

Whether participating in hunting, fishing, shooting sports or numerous other outdoor activities, the conservation community sees the #ResponsibleRecreation campaign as a safe and constructive way to encourage individuals and families to get outside and enjoy the outdoors as a means to cope with the current COVID-19 pandemic.

In addition to advocating safe outdoor etiquette, the campaign also encourages Americans to take advantage of the numerous opportunities this country offers to recreate on public lands, waters and parks.

The campaign seeks to establish guidelines for practicing #ResponsibleRecreation that are in line with the Center for Disease Prevention and Control and include maintaining proper social distancing and adhering to best practices to avoid COVID-19. Obviously, many hunters hunt solo which is the best kind of social distancing. If you do hunt alone, remember to leave a plan with someone who can check in with you. Chances are you are hunting with family or friends, so here are some things to remember.

1. Buy your ammo and licenses, when possible, online and have them sent to you.

2. Travel to the hunting site in separate vehicles if possible.3. Wear a mask when in close quarters with each other and limit the

amount of time spent in close quarters. If you have a neck gaiter or a buff, it can be used to cover your nose and mouth and will help with your camouflage.

4. Keep six feet between you if possible.5. Use hand sanitizer liberally if you cannot wash your hands with soap

and water.6. Do not share cups or bottles, eating utensils, binoculars, scopes or

firearms.7. Sleep in separate rooms, tents, or with proper spacing if it’s a

bunkhouse-style accommodation.8. Celebrate the hunt in a “contactless” fashion-it’s about the hunt not the

glory.While many of the organizations involved in kicking off

#ResponsibleRecreation have their own interests i.e., hunting, fishing or shooting sports, it is important to note that #ResponsibleRecreation seeks to engage all interests enjoying the outdoors safely and responsibly. CT

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CHAPTER UPDATES

SC Georgia worked tirelessly for months in early 2020 to make their first banquet a reality. Not only

did they make it happen in the nick of time before the coronavirus restrictions, but it was a resounding success that surely set a precedent for conservation funding in their area. “The chapter is to be congratulated – from the president and board to all the members and attendees. They can all be very proud of their efforts. DSC looks forward to seeing them thrive in the chapter family,” said Carson Keys, DSC Chapter Coordinator. CT

First Banquet in the Books for DSC Georgia

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DSC STAFF UPDATES

On The Job: Matt Boguslawskiatt Boguslawski was hired late in 2019 to address the ever-increasing call for DSC’s participation in policy and legal matters. Formerly a staff attorney for Conservation Force and a licensed

Professional Hunter, Matt has ample qualifications and experience to be on the job for DSC as its Manager of Advocacy.

What are some of your most significant job duties?My job is more broad than narrow. African conservation efforts are a priority given the tremendous

anti-hunting pressure placed on countries with successful track records of conservation alongside hunting programs. Advocating for these countries includes filing law suits in the U.S. on importation matters, engaging with Dept. of Interior and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on domestic and foreign conservation matters, building capacity and consulting with range state ministries and wildlife departments, and being prepared and vocal at forums like CITES and IUCN.

Partnerships are important and I contact many of ours on a weekly basis, but I also reach beyond traditional hunting partners in order to build bridges and alliances with pro-sustainable use organizations in general.

What are some of the most pressing issues you are working with right now?The fallout of the COVID pandemic has been all consuming. It’s been hours on the phone everyday

speaking with fellow conservation organizations, hunting operators, PH/operator organizations, and ministries/wildlife management authorities. We strategize and implement measures for overcoming these challenging times.

The conservation community is suffering greatly. In Zimbabwe alone, it is estimated that so far there has been 5,000 lost days of work for professional hunters. However, our industry is extremely resilient and no one that I’ve spoken to is shutting down – the fight will continue. DSC and DSCF launched the Hunters CARE relief effort aimed to keep anti-poaching boots on the ground.

Who are some of the key partners that you work with?We have been in constant communication with Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation and the

American Wildlife Conservation Partners in drafting letters and taking calls with governors, members of Congress, state legislators, and the Fish and Wildlife Service officials.

We are also developing some crucial ties to PERC, the Property and Environment Research Center. They offer an unbiased, fully informed approach to research and publications.

What is your background? Did you grow up hunting?I was born in Chicago to two Polish immigrants in some very humble circumstances. Hunting and

shooting were a far cry from reality when my father was still in Poland, but he soon took advantage of the hunting and shooting opportunities in the U.S. I grew up hunting and shooting with him (mainly upland bird hunting and competition clay shooting). My father began to hunt abroad as my passion for the outdoors grew. He took me to Africa for the first time when I was 16, and I absolutely fell in love with it.

The next year I started my apprenticeship to become a PH and was in Africa every moment that I could. I’ve had just about every job in the hunting industry you can have: apprentice, booking agent, area manager, anti-poaching, PH. The outfitter I was working for attended DSC, so I became very familiar with the organization and the Convention. Part of the deal with my parents was that I had to continue my education, so I was enrolled in law school when I wasn’t in the bush. I also took semesters off to hunt.

After graduating from St. Mary’s University School of Law (San Antonio), I began working for John Jackson of Conservation Force as a staff attorney. I worked on many issues (primarily related to elephant and lion imports, airline trophy embargoes, and CITES). When DSC opened its Advocacy Department, I was happy to become the first Manager of Advocacy. The vision and values of DSC are ones that I align with greatly, and I’m happy to be on board.

Did You Know? Matt has been bungee jumping and has been swimming with sharks! CT

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“Matt is uniquely qualified to lead DSC’s advocacy department and has already made

significant strides, both domestically and internationally,” said

DSC Executive Director Corey Mason. “Matt’s

work will lead to increased awareness

and knowledge by policymakers for the need for legal, regulated hunting

and the conservation benefits it brings to

both wildlife and local people.”

Editor’s NoteCamp Talk will be publishing a

series of profiles on the different roles that the DSC staff

performs to showcase both the breadth and

depth of the work DSC does, but also to show the talent and service of the professional team.

Matt Boguslawski can be reached at

matt@biggame.org.

CLUB NEWS

MARK YOUR CALENDARS37th S.A.F.E.T.Y. ExtravaganzaDATE: Sept. 26, 2020

LOCATION: Greystone Castle near Mingus, TX

Join other DSC volunteers for a full day of one-on-one firearm safety instruction for youth. DSC will have over 125 students and 125 parents attend our event and we need YOU.

For information about volunteering for this event, contact nate@biggame.org, or call the office 972-980-9800. CT

Call for VolunteersS.A.F.E.T.Y. Extravaganza Fall 2020

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DSC NEWS

New Membership Level Announced

his June, DSC is rolling out a new $45 membership level and phasing out the $75 Associate level. The new Base Camp Membership gives DSC the ability to

expand its reach and voice. As the Membership Coordinator, my goal is to provide our members with the tools to be informed conservationists and the opportunity to be active contributors in the organization. Members engage in the DSC mission through events, volunteering, and advocating for sustainable use and science-based wildlife management.

Over the past year, DSC has added over 1,200 new members that are eager to engage in the mission of conservation, education, and hunter advocacy. With a ten percent increase in membership this year, DSC wants to continue to provide opportunities for outdoorsmen and women to be an active part of this mission.

A DSC membership exemplifies your commitment to the future of wildlife. With this new Base Camp Membership, DSC is excited to welcome new members that will become the voice for sportsmen and sportswomen across the world. CT

TBY NATE WATSON, DSC MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR

MEMBER BENEFITS

Publications As a member you receive the DSC Publications (Base Camp solely receives Game Trails) plus American Outdoor News and Lone Star Outdoor News for Texas residents.

Activities & EventsMonthly Meetings and Member Events, including special events such as gourmet wine dinners, dove and pheasant hunts, trophy room tours and other activities throughout the year.

Membership Credentials Welcome Packet: New members receive a packet with a welcome letter, decals, a one-year NRA membership and other DSC swag.

Membership Portal: Members have access to the DSC online membership portal where you can register for events, access the member directory, and renew or upgrade your membership.

Life Member Benefits: Life Members receive a special lapel pin and Kryptek vest embroidered with the DSC Life Member logo. Life Members are also invited to attend the annual Life Member Breakfast and Auction at the convention.

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Capstick Hunting Heritage AwardThe Peter Hathaway Capstick Hunting Heritage Award Committee has

opened nominations. Each year the Capstick Award honors and recognizes an individual or organization whose achievements reveal a sustained and significant contribution to the conservation of wildlife and habitat.

The Capstick Award honors the memory of a great man whose writings captured the essence of his love of the hunt and his respect for and understanding of wildlife and wild lands.

If you know of an individual or organization that is worthy of this award, please submit your nominations for the Peter Hathaway Capstick Hunting Heritage Award by August 25. Please include as much background on your nominee as you deem appropriate.

Colin Caruthers Young Hunter AwardDo you know a DSC youth member who

has been on two international hunts or four major North American hunts outside of their resident state? That youth might be eligible for the Colin Caruthers Young Hunter Award.

The Colin Caruthers Young Hunter Award honors DSC’s youth members for significant hunting and community accomplishments.

The award consists of two portions: hunting and civic participation. The civic participation portion includes accomplishments such as National Merit Scholar, Eagle Scout, top quarter of class academically, Student Council involvement, Varsity Band and member of other conservation organizations.

The DSC Outstanding Hunting Achievement Award (OHAA) Committee established the Award criteria for this award. Originally the award was presented as the “Loving Cup” by Tommy and Patricia Caruthers in February 1991.The deadline to apply is September 1, 2020. CT

Award Nominations Now Open

2020 Winner Kaylee Ann Stacy

2020 Winners Robin (center) and Pauline Hurt (right) with Fiona Capstick (left)

Please send nominations and inquiries to karrie@biggame.org.

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DSC AWARDS

Dove Hunt at the Hailey Ranch near AbileneSeptember 4 & 5, 2020

Open to all Members and Non-Members

Price: Adult Hunter $210 | Youth (12-17) $110 | Non Hunter $95 Includes: Friday afternoon hunting and Saturday morning hunting, meals, live entertainment

Friday evening, dove cleaning and non-alcoholic beverages.

To register, contact the DSC office at 972-980-9800 or crystal@biggame.org

HUNT AGENDA

Friday, September 4 3:00 to 4:00 pm – Hunter registration4:00 pm – Safety Overview, hunter placement for the afternoon hunt Post Hunt – Approx 8:30 pm BBQ dinner & Bluegrass band – soft drinks provided (BYOB for adult beverages after the guns are put away)

Saturday, September 55:30 to 6:00 am – Coffee at pavilion 6:00 am – Hunter placement in the field9:00 am to noon – Brunch at pavilion (Breakfast burritos)Dove cleaning provided Friday evening and until noon on Saturday.

HOTEL RESERVATIONSA 50-room block has been reserved at the Whitten Inn at 1625 State Hwy 351 Abilene 79601. A special rate is offered for single or double occupancy. Call 800-588-5050 for reservations and mention Hailey Ranch Hunting Group to receive our reduced rate.

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MEMBER ACTIVITIES

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To be eligible to win the prize, sponsor a DSC membership for friends, family, neighbors, or co-workers. For each new member you sponsor, your name will be entered into a drawing for that quarter.

For more infomation, contact the DSC office, (972) 980-9800, or email Nate Watson, Membership and Volunteer Coordinator at nate@biggame.org.

FIRST QUARTER MEMBERSHIP DRIVE

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HUNTING FEATURE

Tipping the Axis, Deer That Is!

ll the 38-inch Axis buck needed to do was take a step or two forward, and he would be mine. His body was hidden behind a wall of three trees. Only his head and magnificent antlers

were visible. I marveled at his long, sweeping, lyre-shaped main beams. His brow tines looked an unbelievable 14-inches long. His secondary, or caudal, tines appeared to be at least a foot long. Here was easily the biggest Axis buck I had ever seen.

I was hunting with a double action Ruger RedHawk .44 Mag. Cautiously and as quietly as possible I thumbed the revolver’s hammer to a cocked position and then brought it into shooting position. My Trijicon RMR sight settled on the buck’s eye, 25-yards away. Knowing how accurate my revolver was with Hornady’s 240-grain XTP, I was tempted to take that shot, but decided to wait.

All he had to do was take a step forward. I hoped for a chest shot, but as steady as I was, if he exposed a bit more of his neck I would shoot, then do a quick follow up shot if needed. I was so confident of what was unfolding that I had already decided where I would hang him in my office after Double Nickle Taxidermy had done their artful job. I even started picturing all the delicious meals we would enjoy from the delicious venison.

Wildlife System’s Greg Simons had told me this property held some of the best and biggest Axis deer in the world. He had also warned that they were the wariest and spookiest Axis he had ever experienced.

I waited. Suddenly, off to my extreme left an Axis doe “barked.” I watched as the magnificent rack turned toward the sound…and was gone!

Wish I could tell you I caught up with the buck again later, but unfortunately it was not to be. Until next time. CT

ABY LARRY WEISHUHN

While the author never got a shot at the largest Axis he ever saw, Larry did eventually share a successful Axis deer hunt with Ruger’s Paul Pluff.

This article is from Larry Weishuhn’s

“View from a Virtual Creek Bank” series that runs on Camp Talk Online, DSC’s digital blog.

Follow the blog for fun facts and

trivia and the latest updates on industry

news, scientific developments and DSC happenings.

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HUNT REPORT

Date: September 2019

Hunter: Richard and Deserae Steckley

Outfitter: Glacier Guides, Inc.

Guide: Zach & Alisha Decker and Jimmy Miller

Species Taken: Coastal Black Bear, Record-potential

Area Hunted: Southeast Alaska

Method of Take: Rifle

Difficulty of Hunt: Medium

Overall Satisfaction: Highest ratings for quality of guide, accommodations, food/ amenities. Would definitely recommend this first-class hunt!

Comments: Beautiful wilderness, luxurious yacht, excellent meals. Excellent guides who are very skilled at all facets of their profession and have every detail worked out.

Husband and Wife Team Take Two Bears

DSC Life Members Richard and Deserae Steckley each took a coastal black bear in southeast Alaska in late 2019. Richard (above with Guide Alisha “Mutts”)

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TRAVEL UPDATE

Stay Informed As Tourism Begins To Open

ollowing the decrease of the COVID-19 reported cases, the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania, has decided to relax travel restrictions to gradually allow resumption of economic

activities in air transport while limiting further spread of the pandemic to the general public. In light of that consideration, all air operators, travelers to the United Republic of Tanzania and other aviation stakeholders are advised to observe the following:

1. Effective 18 May 2020, the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania has lifted the suspension of international scheduled and non-scheduled passenger flights into and out of United Republic of Tanzania which has been in effect since 11 April 2020. This therefore means, international commercial flight operations are resumed;

2. All travelers whether foreigners or returning residents entering or leaving the United Republic of Tanzania will be subjected to enhanced screening for COVID-19 infection. There will be no 14 days mandatory quarantine;

3. All International travelers and service providers at airports should observe adherence to Infection Prevention and Control measures such as hand hygiene, wearing mask and keeping physical distancing as appropriate;

4. Cargo flights will be allowed based on respective Bilateral Air Services Agreements (BASAs) between Tanzania and other countries. This rescinds any prior arrangement contrary to BASAs;

5. The Government, upon fulfillment of applicable requirements by operators, will continue to authorize flight operations into the United Republic of Tanzania for different purposes including overflights, humanitarian aid, medical and relief, diplomatic missions and other safety-related operations;

6. Measures to be observed for crew: a) Crew members will be subjected to an enhanced screening at airports of entry and may

be isolated in accordance with applicable procedures as may be issued by the Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children, in case they are suspected of COVID-19 infection;

b) The aircraft will be decontaminated if crew members are suspected to have COVID-19; c) In case crew are quarantined or isolated while in transit, aircraft owners/operators must

make necessary arrangements to back-up their crew to ensure that goods are delivered to the intended destination.

7. All travelers are reminded to truthfully fill-in Traveler Surveillance Forms available onboard, or in any other transport means and submit them to Port Health Authorities upon arrival;

8. All international arriving passengers shall dispose-of their masks after use during travel at designated waste collection containers upon arrival;

9. All airports must install sanitizers at multiple locations at their respective Terminal Buildings. This is still in effect;

10. All arriving/departing air operators must provide Advance Passenger Information so as to allow the Points of Entry Authorities to scrutinize the manifest for possible high-risk passengers;

11. Pilot in Command of a flight should prior to arrival, submit to Port Health Authority the duly filled-in flight health declaration forms (Health Part of the Aircraft General Declaration);

12. All Stakeholders should undertake all other measures in line with respective airport Public Health Emergency Response and Preparedness Plans;

13. In case of any medical emergency while in the United Republic of Tanzania, please call the toll-free Health Emergency Number 199.

14. This Circular replaces earlier Circulars issued on this subject.They are currently working on protocols for hotels and lodges, which will be available soon. CT

FSeveral nations have begun opening their tourism industries. While each country

looks to uphold safety guidelines, the practical steps may look different depending where

you go. Stay informed by reading the country-specific requirements before

you travel.

For example, the Tanzania Civil

Aviation authority released the

following document for information,

guidance and necessary action for

their country.

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ASSOCIATE MEMBERSSeth Dyer ..............................................................................................DSC StaffJeremy Gonzales ..................................................................... DSC PanhandleHunter Hawkins ....................................................................... DSC PanhandleAmanda Lundgren ..............................................................................DSC StaffLIFE SPONSOR MEMBERSCarl Haley .............................................................................................DSC StaffJim Leifeste .............................................................................. DSC PanhandleArnaud Mermet ..................................................................................DSC StaffJohn Thames .......................................................................................DSC StaffBrandyn O’dell .................................................................................. Abe NayfaPROFESSIONAL MEMBERTanya Blake ............................................................................Dale DesfountainMichael Blignaut ................................................................................DSC StaffWayne Dietrechsen ...........................................................................DSC StaffJohn du Plooy .................................................................................Harry FourieOscar Geijo ................................................................................... Tom HargrovePeter Goetsch .....................................................................................DSC StaffPierre Hundermark ............................................................Matt BoguslawskiLynn Johnson ......................................................................................DSC StaffIbrahim Mitha ......................................................................................DSC StaffMarthinus Sherman .......................................................................James BisioSPONSOR MEMBERAndrea Bogard ...............................................................................Susan RubioCory Carlson ........................................................................................DSC StaffDyna Hicks ...........................................................................................DSC StaffBritton New .........................................................................................DSC StaffJordon Street ......................................................................Matt BoguslawskiRobert Abel ..........................................................................................DSC StaffMichael Bodenchuk ...........................................................................DSC StaffHarry Blake ..........................................................................................DSC StaffYOUTH MEMBERJack Street ...........................................................................Matt BoguslawskiHudson Williams .................................................................................DSC Staff

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MEMBER BULLETIN

As a service to DSC members, we are happy to offer the Member Bulletin Board. DEADLINE: the 1st day of the month prior to the issue date. Example: April 1 is the deadline for the May Camp Talk. Please keep your information brief and send via email or an attachment to ads@biggame.org. No placements by phone. All ads will run for three months at no charge to DSC members. If your item sells, please notify the DSC office for removal. If you wish to continue the ad, please send your request to ads@biggame.org. No commercial ads. Buy and sell at your own risk. All sales should be conducted in compliance with federal, state and local laws. Thanks! ~DSC Staff

FIREARMS & AMMO

Rifles for sale: 1) Ruger, M77 .416 Ruger, Hawkeye Alaskan w/muzzle-brake, w/Nikon Monarch USC, 30mm, 1.5-6x42 scope; Ruger chrome scope rings. Used once; Alaskan Brown bear hunt. Asking $1,200. 2) Winchester model 70, Safari Express in .375 H&H Mag. W/ Leupold 30mm scope rings & base. Like new. Asking $1,200. 3) Kimber 8400 Montana in .338 Win. Mag. w/muzzle break. EAU (German) Quick Release (QR) scope ring/base, 2 scopes w/EAU QR rings, VX-R 4-12x40 Leupold 30mm & backup Swarovski, 1”, Z3, 3-10X42. Complete pkg. Asking $2,500. Less w/o scopes. Like new. 4) .300 Weatherby Magnum, Vanguard w/muzzle brake, EAU (German) quick release (QR) base & 30mm rings; 2 Leupold scopes w. EAU QR rings, VX-6 2-12x42 & a VX-R 4-12x50. Entire pkg. Asking $2,500. Willing to sell rifle & EAU bases & Scope rings w/o scopes. Photos & additional information available for all rifles. Contact Lloyd at cdrusn4100@yahoo.com. June

Rifles for sale: 1) 458 Win Mag Winchester Super Grade. Used but bright bore, good wood, no damage, etc. w/wo Leupold QR bases. $675. 2) Remington 700 BDL 30-06 mfg approximately 1971 w/ original sights, excellent shape w/ bright bore. $750. Also available period 1970s Leupold 3-9 scope with variable hold adjustments and see-through mounts and Leupold 2-7 scope. Tommyellis@bellsouth.net or 904-910-7611. June

Verney-Carron double rifle 500 nitro express, excellent condition. $12,000 obo. Call Don at 714-323-1139 or dnmanley@aol.com. June

Rifles, Reloading Equipment for sale: Christensen Arms 270 Weatherby caliber rifle w/ Leupold 4.5 x 14 tactical scope $3,000; Blaser R93 300 Weatherby caliber rifle w/ Leupold 4.5 x 14 tactical scope $2,500; Blaser R93 22-250 caliber rifle w/ Leupold 8.5 x 25 tactical scope $2,500; Redding Boss Reloading Press $75; Lyman 1200 Digital Powder Dispenser $75. Contact John Mowrey 210-244-3566. June

Reloading bullets for sale. Die Sets: 300 Wby, 270 Wby, 22-250, 8mm $25 each; 155 Handload 300 Wby rounds $50. 80 Handload 270 Wby rounds $25; 820 Hornady Factory 22-250 rounds $250; 100 Handload 22-250 rounds $25; 400 Handload 223 rounds $100. Contact John Mowrey 210-244-3566. June

McMillan Heritage 375 H&H Mag for sale. Very little use. Includes 12 boxes factory Hornady Dangerous Game Series ammo. Asking $4,800. Email te.detrick@gmail.com for pictures or questions. May

Hornady DGX 300gr. 5 boxes sealed, 1 box open 34 bullets $170 plus $10 shipping. Total $180. Wayne 432-213-8980. May

Rifles for sale: 1) .404 Jeffery CZ Safari Classic Magnum Express rifle made by their custom shop. Beautiful & accurate. Many options including three position safety, pop-up peep sight in addition to three-leaf express sights, jeweled bolt, blue satin finish & gorgeous fancy grade Turkish walnut stock. Price new was $4,500. Asking $2,400. 2) .300 Win Mag Remington 700 Stainless steel Cerakote. Fired once. Perfect condition. Cost $1,069 new. Will sell for $750. 3) .416 Remington Magnum Winchester Model 70. Excellent condition. $750. 4) For $500 will add a used Swarovski 1-6 and rings to any of the rifles. Scope has some scratches but glass still perfect. Scope not for sale alone. Email gsxrmike5@gmail.com or text/call 214-535-1960. Pictures available for all. April

Montana model 1999, 375 H&H custom blued barreled action. New-unused w/ quarter rib, barrel band hooded front sight & sling swivel. Purchased for project that was never completed. DOES NOT include stock. Paid $2,500, asking $1700 or trade for that rusted up dangerous game caliber double rifle that has been used as a doorstop. In other words, negotiable. Call or text Russ 832-404-7572. April

Stolen Firearms: reward for information/recovery. Locked shop near San Angelo, TX was broken into, and my entire gunshow collection was stolen. Firearms are readily identifiable. Serial numbers on most of them & pictures. Also taken were scopes, exotic hardwood blocks, 4 black plastic totes, reloading dies, I can email a list. Contact me at jimatcat@msn.com. April

HUNTING

Hunting Lease. Haskell, TX (3hrs west of DFW on HWY 380). Looking for 2-3 likeminded hunters for established hunting group. 5,700 acres w/ deer, turkey, ducks, hogs, coyotes and other. MLD II deer hunting Oct – Feb. Approximately $3,700 annually. If interested, please contact DSC Member Mike Inman 972-814-8174 mike.inman@opusmark.com. June

REAL ESTATE

205 acre Hunting/Cattle /Income Ranch. Central Louisiana hill country, does not flood. Completely surrounded by National Forest for miles. Very secluded. Deer, bear, ducks, squirrels, turkey. 3 acre pond w/bass,bream & catfish. Virgin pine/oak timber. Oil lease w/ mineral rights. Marketable gravel. 2 houses, barns, pastures, corals & creek. $4,800/acre (negotiable). 509-684-6618. June

MISCELLANEOUS

Hunters Seeking Deer Lease: Experienced, ethical game-managing hunters seek 2 spots on deer/turkey lease for 2020-2021 season. Looking for 1-3 hrs west of Ft. Worth, but flexible. Contact Danny at dsouder3@gmail.com or 214-394-5250. June

Rare. Rare. Rare. Wilbur Smith Novels. DSC Life member since 1995 has for sale a very fine and rare COMPLETE collection of TRUE FIRST EDITIONS by Wilbur Smith. For sale @ $7,900, a fraction of the collection’s value. True first editions: Africa, U.K, etc. Please text Robin at 423-240-0234 and mention this ad. May

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