Even though the economy remains soft, Safari Club International announces that exhibitor participation in the 2010 SCI Annual Hunters’ Convention is high. Exhibit space for the convention is sold out and there are a number of companies on a waiting list. Hotel rooms and banquet tickets are also selling at a brisk rate, so hunters who plan to attend are encouraged to register now on line.

The convention, scheduled for January 20-23 in Reno, Nevada, will feature more than 2,000 exhibits covering 650,000 square feet will give attendees the opportunity to see the latest in guns, gear and hunting equipment. In addition, guides, outfitters and lodges from around the world will be available to book hunting trips, answer questions and promote conservation. SCI has scheduled dozens of seminars presented by industry experts and celebrities covering everything from planning trips and selecting the right gear to photography and cooking.

“More than 20,000 people attended this year’s convention and with signs of the economy improving, we hope to see even more people in Reno next January,” says Larry Rudolph,

SCI president. “There is no better opportunity to see the newest gear, visit with the world’s top guides, book hunts and enjoy the company of fellow hunters and conservationists.”

Through the generous support of exhibitors, donors and corporate sponsors, the evening auctions during the Convention are the highlight for many who attend.  Donations include premium guns and gear, exotic hunts, fine artwork and much more. The proceeds from the auctions and other convention activities benefit hunters around the world by helping to preserve the freedom to hunt and by funding advocacy, education and conservations programs around the world.

For those wanting to attend the Convention, complete information is available on line. To check out the list of exhibitors, seminars, auction items, schedule of events or to register on line, visit www.showsci.com.

SCI-First For Hunters is the leader in protecting the freedom to hunt and in promoting wildlife conservation worldwide. SCI’s approximately 190 Chapters represent all 50 of the United States as well as 18 other countries. SCI’s proactive leadership in a host of cooperative wildlife conservation, outdoor education and humanitarian programs, with the SCI Foundation and other conservation groups, research institutions and government agencies, empowers sportsmen to be contributing community members and participants in sound wildlife management and conservation. Visit the home page www.safariclub.org or call (520) 620-1220 for more information.

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