TROPHY TIMESSan Diego Chapter Price $3.50Safari Club International Vol. XXXI, No. 3, July 2010

“CONSERVATION OF WILDLIFE AND PRESERVATION OF THE HUNTER”

Boddington’s Favorite African Game AnimalCraig Boddington, well-known outdoor journalist, outdoor television personality, and veteran of more than 80 African safaris will tell us why the Cape buffalo has become his favorite African game animal. His presenta-tion will include the what, where, when and how of hunting African buffalo, along with natural history, guns, loads and much more. The Chapter will present a tribute to Bill Poole, Founding Father of the San Diego Chapter. Bill’s vision for this chapter was to be inclusive in its membership and activities, encourag-ing women and youth to become participants in protecting our outdoor heritage. Due to his leadership, conservation and outdoor education remain top priorities and we continue to welcome all sportsmen and women who share those values. Don’t miss this meeting!

Bill presenting the prestigious Conklin Award, “the tough guy” award, to Craig Boddington in ’09. Bill received this high honor in 2008.

Wednesday, July 21, 2010Bali Hai Restaurant2230 Shelter Island DrivePoint Loma Area – San Diego

5:50 PM No-Host Social Hour6:30 PM Dinner7:30 PM ProgramAnnual Meeting, Poole Tribute,Boddington on Cape Buffalo

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SAN DIEGO CHAPTER

P.O. BOX 600155SAN DIEGO, CA 92160

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SAFARI CLUB INTERNATIONAL

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS 2010-2011

PRESIDENTBARBARA DEGRAW 760-765-0759 RES

858-539-9925 CELL VICE PRESIDENT / AUCTION ’11DENNIS KERR 619-993-9030 CELL VICE PRESIDENT / SPECIAL PROJECTSLEIF OLSEN 858-577-8926 RES TREASURERSEAN REDDY 858-550-1158 BUS SECRETARYSUSAN BOWERS 760-726-3346 RES

760-726-7749 FAX EDUCATION / PRIDERON PROVIENCE 619-669-9908 RES LEGISLATIVEGERRY FAUST 858-674-2400 BUS

858-485-1925 FAX MEETINGSBOB PETRALIA 619-647-3333 CELL MEMBERSHIPACE BLACKBURN 858-722-1075 CELL

858-956-2818 FAXNEWSLETTERJOHN EHLERS SPECIAL EVENTSMIKE MALINAUSKAS 323-620-6732 CELL PAST PRESIDENT / NOMINATINGGERRY FAUST 858-674-2400 BUS

858-485-1925 FAX SABLES REPTBA

PAST PRESIDENTS

Roger Ballard

Ron Wade

Ingrid Poole

Mike O’Haver

Bill Poole

Mike Rogers, Sr.

Dick Ellerton

Wilt Williams

Ken Lehtola

Jack Mitchel

Al Logan

Mike O’Haver

John Ehlers

Ron Wade

Charles Cook

Ron Provience

Chip Goodwin

John Belus

Mike Rogers, Jr.

John Jennings, III

Jim Dodd

Pete Traphagen

Ingrid Poole

Gerry Faust

July 21, 2010 Annual Meeting with speaker Craig Boddington and Tribute to Bill Poole at Bali Hai Restaurant

August 7 and 8 Pride Hunter Safety ClassesGreen Head Club in Pine ValleyCall Mike Barry at 619-473-8312

September 15 Dinner Meeting TBA October Dark November 17 Dinner Meeting TBA December Holiday Event TBA January 19, 2011 Dinner Meeting TBA For updates see www.sandiegosci.org

President’s Page / Gerry Faust . . . . . . . . . . . 32010-2011 Incoming President’s Message. . . . . 4Local Youth Outdoor Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Ladies Shoot At Project 2000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4A Day At The DeGraw Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52010 San Diego Junior Pheasant Hunt. . . . . . . 6 - 7San Diego Education Sables 2009-2010 Activities . . 8Bill Poole And Teddy Roosevelt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9San Diego Chapter History. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 11Craig Boddington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 - 15Bill Poole Memorial Angling Tournament. . . . 16Our Fine Sponsors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 - 20Hunt Report & Evaluation Form . . . . . . . . 21 - 22Bulletin Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Membership Application Form. . . . . . . . . . 24

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By Dr. Gerry Faust, San Diego Chapter President As I write this, my two-year term as President of the San Diego Chapter is coming to a close. I want you to know it’s been a pleasure to serve as President of this fine chapter of SCI. This is a strong chapter that plays a significant role at the national level in SCI. This chapter has accomplished much over the last two years and continued the work of those who came before us. We have weathered a rough economic period and this year held a very successful fundraiser: Auction 2010. We have continued and expanded our work with our next generation of hunters through the PRIDE program and the Youth Pheasant Hunt, and expect to do even more in the coming year. Our work with Wounded Warriors and families of deployed soldiers has expanded dramatically and we have continued to support education programs by sending teachers and students to the American Wilderness Leadership (AWLS) program at the SCI Foundation’s fabulous education facility at the Granite Ranch in Wyoming. We have supported conservation programs in Alaska and in the California Desert. The dinners and speakers have brought more of us together, entertained and informed us and we have had a blast at shooting events, Sables luncheons, Trophy Room Tours and a great Christmas Party. We have worked hard to talk to congressman and senators, participated in letter writing and other activities to be sure that the voice of the hunter is heard in Sacramento and Washington. Yes, these have been good years. There is a great core of hard working people in this chapter and there are new, energetic people joining us each month. We still have a lot to do, but we are making progress. I want to encourage you to join us at the dinner meetings, especially the July 21st program at the Bali Hai Restaurant and in our many projects. If you are ready to lend a hand let us know, we could use your help. I want to thank you for your support over the last two years and I look forward to serving this next year on the board and helping with Auction 2011.We have a great team preparing for Auction 2011 and serving on the coming year’s board. Barbara DeGraw,

the incoming President, is full of ideas and ready and raring to lead us to another great year for the San Diego Chapter. Before I sign off I want to give a big thank you to last year’s board for all of their support and untiring efforts. Special thanks go to Lynn Smith who has been our Treasurer for so many years that I’ve lost count. She is moving on this year and Sean Reddy will be our new Treasurer. Sean is a relatively new member who just returned from his first African Hunt which, with a little extra time, doubled as a honeymoon. Good combination Sean!! Past Chapter President Ron Provience is also re-joining the board and will take Barbara’s former position as leader of our Education and Pride Committee. There has been a bit of shifting of positions, but other than the two new additions last year’s board will continue to do their fine work. The new board is ready to serve you. Let us know what we can do to make our Chapter even better. We will continue to be “First for Hunters” in San Diego. Once again, thanks for the memories…and let’s make many more together in years to come.

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By Barbara DeGraw This is an exciting time ahead. It offers us an opportunity to expand the chapter’s programming and a time for us to boost the ranking and importance of chapter activities on our radar. Together we should make a commitment to help where we can to truly be ‘First for Hunters.’ Chapter Past Presidents and Charter Members met recently to take a look at the San Diego Chapter SCI, considering where we have been and where we can best serve the generations to come. Thanks to all who participated. Moving forward, each of us needs to be an advocate for the chapter. Take a chance, start a conversation about SCI, invite the person to the next chapter activity, get an invitation to them, then send them a reminder of the meeting or offer a ride. Share your experiences in the field that will encourage the next guy to get out there. Don’t be a fisherman that won’t share the location of his sweet spot. We have a ‘Hunt Report Form’ included in this newsletter. All information about the chapter and forms can be found on the website as well and can be downloaded at any time. Why not complete your hunt report on the flight home. If you have young people in your influence know that the Chapter’s Pride is Back. Check out the ‘Youth Activities’ column. Regularly we will list not only opportunities the chapter offers, but also youth activities available throughout San Diego County. Welcome to our new members and thanks to those members who have, through the years, worked tirelessly for wildlife conservation and hunters’ rights.

2010-2011 Incoming President’s MessageLocal Youth Outdoor ActivitiesThrough this new column we hope to give your family every opportunity to take advantage of various youth activities that are available throughout San Diego County. In collaboration with other outdoor organizations, we will try to keep you informed about different events that have been planned for the youth by several groups. The NRA Family Shooting Sports Camp, usually held in April at Lemon Grove Rod & Gun Club; the National Wild Turkey Federation Jake’s Day, usually held in July at Escondido Fish & Game Association; Project 2000 sponsors regular youth activities as well as other local gun ranges. In the future we hope to see the Trailblazer Adventure program available through the local Boy Scout Council. Good luck and thanks for encouraging the youth in your life to carry on the legacy.

Ladies Shoot At Project 2000By Barbara DeGraw The First Ladies Shoot held on May 2 at Project 2000 for first timers and experienced shooters was enjoyed by all. Each shooter had a coach at her side, prizes were awarded, and an informational talk on personal safety was given by Andrew Morton. Chapter Members who helped out for the day were John Ehlers, Wilt Williams, Pete Traphagen, Doug Streed, Jamie Mendoza, and Hubert Von der Beeck. Thanks to all of these guys.

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A Day At The DeGraw RanchBy Barbara DeGraw

A Day at the Ranch on May 15th put 37 dogs from Raney Ranch through their paces. Steve Raney’s assistant positioned himself at the lake where each dog, under command, bounded into the water to display their ability at splash down retrieval. Steve Raney conducted the land retrieval demonstrations. Steve’s professionalism shows why he produces so many champions. Kevin Gerlack set up our five station archery trail using his automated popup targets. Jim Swindall and his falcon were among the guests of the day and James Doyle hosted a wine tasting station offering a sampling from his Eagle Gap Vineyards.

After a splendid meal by Chef Raul, the winners of the Education Drawing were pulled. Ann Mazur won the five-day fishing trip to Alaska, Wanda Hadlock will be enjoying the getaway at the Orchard Hill Inn, and Jenna Wood won the Swarovski pin. Thanks to everyone who supported our Education programs through this drawing.

Adam, Jack and Betsy Filipponi.

Jim Swindall and his falcon.

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2010 San Diego Junior Pheasant Hunt

Station 5 offered another seminar where youth learned from federal trappers how animals are trapped in an area where they are not wanted and then moved to a better habitat. Station 6 was a shotgun trap range. Each youth received instruction in safe shotgun shooting. The youth had to show proficiency at this station prior to advancing to the bird field. Station 7 was the bird field with each youth hunting with a dog handler and a pointer in a field with two planted pheasants. The bird had to be in the air prior to the youth shooting at the pheasant. The 8th and last station, was a lesson in bird cleaning. Each youth was taught how to clean and package their pheasants and received a booklet of bird cleaning hints and cooking recipes.

By Doug Streed March 21, 2010 marked the seventh consecutive year that youth from Southern California had an introduction to the various aspects of their future hunts. Fifty volunteers took one of their weekends to guide 72 youth, sixteen years and younger, into eight different areas of shooting, hunting, and conservation. The goal was to teach them how to be a safe, responsible and ethical hunter; while understanding the role of the sportsman in our nation’s conservation efforts. The 72 youth were divided into six groups of twelve and each group was guided by an “Outfitter” who took them through the various stations. Station 1 featured a demonstration of well trained Labrador retrievers performing blind retrieves. Station 2 was an archery range where each youth received instruction on, and practiced, the fundamentals of shooting recurve bows. Station 3 held a seminar with two experts from the National Wild Turkey Federation who discussed the life of a turkey and how to hunt them. Station 4 was a .22 rifle range. Here, instructors taught the youth the fundamentals of rifle shooting in the various shooting stances.

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At the close of the day, each youth was treated to a lunch of home grown beef hamburgers and the usual complements of beans and sodas. Oh, yes, and cake too. Of course, none of this could happen without SCI. The San Diego Chapter of SCI was the Official Sponsor and a huge financial contributor to this event. Almost equally important was the wealth of experience and generosity of the men and women in the chapter who volunteered their time and talents to make the event possible. This was a first come, first served, free event for the youth. All ammunition, archery equipment, .22 rifles, and shotguns, if necessary, were provided. Many of the junior hunters were recent graduates of one of the California Hunter Education Classes in the San Diego area.

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San Diego Education Sables 2009-2010 ActivitiesBy Barbara DeGraw, Education Sables Chair, 2009-2010 • Chapter’s Pride Program Hunter Safety Course

held for 32 youth. • Duck Hunt overnight for ten Pride Program hunter

safety graduates. • SCI Education Booth at Fishing in the Pines Day –

450 youth plus families and friends attended. The booth included items from the Safari In A Box (SIAB). Everyone had a chance to feel the pelts, observe the skulls, ask questions about displays, and learn about upcoming events for youth in our community.

• Chapter sponsored the first SCIF Education

Summit held in Sacramento in collaboration with Outdoor Heritage Alliance. A lecture was presented on the importance of hunting in a boy’s life given by Dr. Randall Eaton; each of the twenty organizations represented was given time to share ongoing educational programs, and the information from the day was used in development of a Resource Paper of all activities available to youth in California.

• Sables Committee set up all prize tables at Chapter

Auction 2010. • Chapter was a major sponsor for the San Diego

Junior Pheasant Hunt. Seventy-two youth were taken through eight skill or information stations: Archery instruction; .22 rifle range instruction; Shotgun range instruction; Bird Fields, where each participant goes with bird dog and dog handler and two birds; Bird Cleaning and proper Storage station, with hands on experience; life of the hen turkey lecture, trapping and its uses as hunting and movement of animals. Also demonstration of field dog training.

• Ladies Shoot was held for experienced and first time shooters on the .22 range at Project 2000. Each of the six shooters had an experienced coach at her side, prizes were awarded and an informational talk was given on personal safety.

• Monthly Sables luncheon meetings were held to

report SCIF updates and plan projects. • A Humanitarian Services Blue Bag was filled

and readied for travel in July 2010. • Two applicants were sponsored for AWLS with

additional $300 each for travel expenses. • Legacy Award Program, pins are presented to

members that advance the love of hunting and fishing to the next generation. Recorded in a booklet are the ways in which the legacy is carried on, activities in support of transferring the legacy, pictures of activity, and quotes from the youth recipients. (on-going program)

• Education Sables Committee held an Education

Drawing to raise funds for chapter youth activities. ($540 profit)

• Chapter applied for and was awarded $5,000

from the SCIF Youth Grant program to enhance our sponsorship and involvement with the San Diego Junior Pheasant Hunt.

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Bill Poole And Teddy RooseveltBy Dr. Jon Cunningham Two nights before Bill Poole’s memorial service last November I finished reading River of Doubt, a book about Teddy Roosevelt’s life and what was probably his greatest adventure. It was one of those books you don’t dare read in bed if you intend to get any sleep and hate to see it end. The author, Candice Millard, is a former writer and editor for National Geographic. After Bill’s service I was struck by the many similarities between these two men. The only real contrast between them was that Roosevelt was born into money and Bill started with basically nothing. Both learned about adversity early in life; Roosevelt with health issues and Bill with lack of money issues due to the Great Depression. Both had very supportive fathers who played a huge role. Both were very likeable, persuasive and great story tellers. Both men loved to fish and hunt, realized the importance of conservation and worked hard toward that goal. Both were pioneers and explorers in their own way. Both were highly successful, but still retained the common touch. One experience I had with Bill illustrates this. Joe Barry, Bob Dawson and I had signed up for an albacore trip with Bill on his beautiful boat, the EXCEL. Going past the office at Fisherman’s Landing, Bill said “Hi” and noticed my rather old gear. He tactfully took me into the repair room where he disassembled the reels and applied much needed oil.

We headed to sea and were awakened at 4 a.m. to find ourselves in the middle of more fish than I had ever seen. Bill noticed I was not the best fisherman and helped me with everything from attaching the bait to casting and setting the hook. He repeated this several times with me and some of the other fishermen. Back and forth he would go until he was sure we got the picture. And, all the while he was accomplishing dozens of other different tasks on the boat. After catching seven fish by 7 a.m., I was ready to quit. I believe we were the top boat that day and averaged about twenty fish per person. Bill invited any of us who wished to come to the pilot house to see all the latest electronics and inner workings of the impressive operation. What a trip! We’re still talking about it almost twenty years later. In Fish or Cut Bait, the wonderful book about Bill’s life by Chuck Garrison, Chuck points out that Bill always thanked him personally by phone or mail whenever Chuck wrote about Bill’s career, his boats or his latest contribution to the industry in one of the many publications for which Chuck published articles. Such a small word, thanks, but it does say so much. So, thanks, Bill, for all you did for so many of us. We know you wouldn’t want us to leave out your awesome Ingrid because she has also done so much for all of us. Thanks again to you, Ingrid.

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San Diego Chapter HistoryFounded November 1978 and Chartered January 1979

With Bill’s leadership, the founders of the San Diego chapter formed a group of sportsmen and women interested in promoting sport hunting and fishing. An emphasis was placed on ethics and they welcomed the avid bird hunter, fisherman, small game hunter, rifle or archery hunter as well as the traditional big game hunter. This philosophy has created a “family” organization that sees many non-hunting spouses and family members serve as committee chairs and are an integral part of chapter programs and activities. With the help of attorney Jim Marinos, the founding board created Bylaws, achieved our status as a California non-profit corporation, elected a board of directors, developed a chapter logo, created our chapter newsletter, Trophy Times, and held the Chapter’s first public dinner meeting. The Chapter’s first fundraising event was called a “Swap/Sell Auction” and was held on November 27, 1979 with 175 attendees and several tables of swap/sell items. The Swap/Sell became the Chapter’s annual Auction on February 10, 1984 and has continued to be considered the “Granddaddy of

sportsmen’s fundraising events on the West Coast.” Our last fundraiser, Auction 2010, was held at the Rancho Bernardo Inn on February 27, 2010 and was a distinct success with nearly 500 attendees and 30 exhibitors. The makeup of the San Diego chapter board in 2002-2003 reflected the philosophy of the chapter’s founders who welcomed all sportsmen and sportswomen as well as their non-hunting companions and children. This inclusiveness and encouragement of family ties was evident in the

By Ginger Byrum, Administrative Advisor Bill Poole became the Founding Father of the San Diego Chapter in late 1978. At that time he was a member of the Los Angeles chapter of SCI which did not allow women as members and women could only attend one event per year by invitation only. Bill envisioned an inclusive chapter that would include women, children and non-hunting companions and one that would welcome all hunters and fishermen. The first gathering of sportsmen and sportswomen interested in starting a San Diego chapter of Safari Club International was held at the home of Bill and Ingrid Poole in November 1978. Several people agreed to form a steering committee to start the chapter; Bill and Ingrid Poole, Ron Wade, Mike O’Haver, Ginger Byrum, Roger Ballard, Jack Mitchel and Jim Marinos. The Chapter’s first steering committee meetings began in late 1978 with the first public meeting held on April 24, 1979 with 140 sportsmen and women in attendance. The charter membership in September, 1979 was 95 and in May, 2010 membership has grown to over 250 members with 61 Life Members and 16 of the original Charter members still active.

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from the President, Legislative and Membership chairs as well as hunt reports from members and other articles of interest. Advocacy issues to protect our freedom to hunt are of great importance to those of us who cherish our outdoor heritage. Our chapter membership recognizes the need for grass roots lobbying and education of the public regarding the issues and concerns of the outdoor sportsman. As a 501-c-3 organization, we are restricted in our activities, but are able to support the efforts of Lynch and Associates in Sacramento. Those of us who have been here for the past 30 plus years are proud of the chapter and what has been accomplished over the years with a group of volunteers working as a team to accomplish projects both small and large. We have indeed become “family” and we welcome you to become a part of that family!

makeup of the eleven person 02-03 board which had five second-generation members; Mike Rogers, Jr, John Jennings, III, Todd Mitchel, Mike Barry and Darren Ehlers. Three of these members are sons of past chapter presidents and Mike Jr is the son of past chapter president and Safari Club International president, Mike Rogers Sr. The San Diego Board has always held that education and conservation are of prime importance in order to maintain our hunting heritage. In support of its educational and conservation goals, the chapter has sponsored educators and students to the American Wilderness Leadership School (AWLS) at the Granite Ranch near Jackson Hole, Wyoming each year. The chapter has also sponsored several California Fish and Game wardens and other personnel to attend the program. We estimate that we have sponsored approximately 175 educators and students since 1981. The chapter has also been constant in its financial support of AWLS, making additional donations in support of the Granite Ranch facility and its programs. The Chapter has funded various local educational opportunities that help to bring an understanding of the SCI education and conservation ethic to the public. Many educational materials, such as Safari In A Box (SIAB), have been placed in educational facilities for maximum impact with educators and youth. The Chapter’s Pride Program, developed in 1993 by then chapter president Ron Provience, is also centered around youth and family activities as well with the hunter safety courses taught at a local hunting facility near Pine Valley by chapter members who are certified instructors. These courses are offered as a 2-day hands-on course to youth and adults and we estimate that over 850 youth and adults have learned many outdoor skills while in the process of receiving their hunter safety certificate. The chapter’s newsletter, Trophy Times, has twice won SCI newsletter awards. The Newsletter is published six to eight times per year and features promotion of upcoming meetings and events, reports

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Craig Boddingtoncurrent position with InterMedia (former Petersen’s and Primedia) is Executive Field Editor InterMedia Outdoors, including GUNS & AMMO, Petersen’s HUNTING, and RIFLESHOOTER. WRITING EXPERIENCE: In excess of 4000 magazine articles published. Author of 22 books on hunting and shooting: AMERICA–THE MEN AND THEIR GUNS THAT MADE HER GREAT (Collection, Caroline House, 1981)CAMPFIRES AND GAME TRAILS (Winchester Press,1985)FROM MT. KENYA TO THE CAPE–TEN YEARS OF AFRICAN HUNTING (Safari Press, 1987)DEER HUNTING COAST TO COAST (with Bob Robb, Safari Press 1989)SHOTS AT BIG GAME (Stackpole, 1989)SAFARI RIFLES (Safari Press, 1991)HUNTER’S HANDBOOK (Mallard Press, 1992)AMERICAN HUNTING RIFLES (Safari Press, 1995)WHITETAIL MEDICINE (Derrydale Publishing, 1995)WHERE LIONS ROAR (Safari Press, 1997)MAKE IT ACCURATE (Safari Press, 1999)SEARCH FOR THE SPIRAL HORN (Safari Press, 2002)THE AFRICAN EXPERIENCE (Safari Press, 2001)THE PERFECT SHOT (Safari Press, 2002)AFRICAN HUNTER II (with Peter Flack and others) (Safari Press, 2004)FAIR CHASE IN NORTH AMERICA (Boone and Crockett Club, 2004)LIFE ON SAFARI (by Geoff Broom with Craig Boddington) (Mission Trails, 2005)BUFFALO! (Safari Press,2005)LEOPARD (With Tim Danklef and Dave Fulson) (Mission Trails, 2007)TRACKS ACROSS AFRICA (Safari Press, 2007)SAFARI RIFLES II (Safari Press, 2008)BIG GAME ARGENTINA (Patagonia Publishing, 2009)

BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH: Craig Boddington was born and raised in Kansas, where his early big-game experience, in the mid-1960s, included pronghorn and mule deer in Wyoming, whitetail and mule deer in Kansas, and mule deer in Colorado. When not involved with hunting and shooting, much of his early years were spent in Boy Scout activities. At 14 he became an Eagle Scout, at 16 received a Silver Palm on his Eagle, and at 17 was the youngest person to become Activities Director at his regional Boy Scout camp. A member of Phi Delta Theta fraternity, he attended the University of Kansas on an NROTC scholarship, graduating with an English degree and a regular commission in the United States Marine Corps. His outdoor writing career began in college and continued while on active duty. In 1979 he joined Petersen Publishing Company, where he served as Associate Editor, GUNS & AMMO magazine; Editor, GUNS & AMMO Specialty Publications; Executive Editor, Petersen’s HUNTING Magazine; and from 1983 to 1994 Editor of Petersen’s HUNTING Magazine. His

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RECIPIENT, Zeiss Writer of the Year, 2010 PRESIDENT, Weatherby Foundation International (July 2004—January 2009), Board member 1987-present BOARD MEMBER, PARALYZED VETERANS OF AMERICA OUTDOOR HERITAGE FUND BOARD MEMBER, NRA WHITTINGTON CENTER BOARD MEMBER, PAST SHOOTERS COUNCIL, GRAND NATIONAL WATERFOWL HUNT NEW PRODUCTS EDITOR, SAFARI Magazine.REGULAR CONTRIBUTOR to FAIR CHASE, the magazine of the Boone & Crockett Club. Consultant to Boone & Crockett’s Publications Committee.

PUBLISHED IN GERMANY, SPAIN, ENGLAND, SOUTH AFRICA, AUSTRALIA, SCOTLAND, CANADA as well as the United States. INAUGURAL RECIPIENT of Peter Hathaway Capstick Literary Award from Safari Club International, 1997. SHOOTING SPORTS WRITER OF THE YEAR, Outdoor Writers Association of America, 1999. RECIPIENT, Leupold “Jack Slack Writer of the Year” award, 2005. RECIPIENT, Safari Club International’s “CJ McELROY AWARD” 2008. RECIPIENT, Chancellor Foundation “Conservationist of the Year” 2008. RECIPIENT, “CONKLIN AWARD,” Conklin Foundation, 2009. RECIPIENT, “JJ MALEK GOLDEN AWARD”, 2010

Craig Boddington and his Cape Buffalo.

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INTERNATIONAL HUNTING EXPERIENCE: 86 African safaris, including hunting in: Kenya, Zimbabwe, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, Botswana, Tanzania, Mozambique, Ethiopia, Central African Republic, Chad, Cameroon. Only living American journalist who has hunted Africa’s Big Five of elephant, rhino, lion, leopard, and buffalo. Only living journalist who has hunted Africa’s nine principal spiral-horned antelopes, consisting of: greater kudu, lesser kudu, bushbuck, nyala, mountain nyala, common eland, giant eland, sitatunga, and bongo. Only living person known to have taken all of these species twice. Only journalist to hold Ovis/Grand Slam Club’s World Slam of Wild Sheep and Capra World Slam of wild goats, and “Triple Slam” incl. North American Grand Slam. Collected more than 100 species of African big game, more than 230 species worldwide; including numerous Rowland Ward and Safari Club record book entries. 20 European hunts, including hunting in: England, Scotland, Greece, Finland, Hungary, Spain, Austria, Sweden, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Macedonia, Romania. Additionally has hunted in Azerbaijan, China, Mongolia, Pakistan, Siberia, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Turkey, Argentina, Australia, New Caledonia, and New Zealand. Big-game hunting experience on all six continents. ADDITIONAL HUNTING and SHOOTING EXPERIENCE: Former All-American trapshooter. Collegiate and inter-service smallbore and centerfire rifle and pistol competitor. Qualified “Marine Corps Expert” with rifle and pistol for 20 consecutive years. Avid handloader since 1965.

ASSOCIATIONS: Member of Boone & Crockett Club; Foundation for North American Wild Sheep; National Rifle Association; Professional Outdoor Media Association; Professional Hunters Association of South Africa. Past President, Board of Governors, Los Angeles Chapter Safari Club International; Life Member, Safari Club International; Life Member, Dallas Safari Club; Life Member, Grand National Quail Club Past Shooters Council. SPEAKING/SEMINAR/FILM EXPERIENCE: Featured speaker for numerous shows and organizations, including seminar on “Deer Hunting Coast to Coast” for NRA’s Great American Hunters Tour; featured speaker on African and North American hunting for International Sportsmen’s Expositions; keynote speaker for: Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Foundation for North American Wild Sheep, Dallas Safari Club, M’Zuri Safari Foundation. Featured in numerous hunting videotapes, including Swarovski Optics’ “Affordable Africa” series, Weatherby’s “Cape Buffalo” video, etc., host of Dallas Safari Club’s Tracks Across Africa on The Outdoor Channel; host of Africa With Craig Boddington, Co-Host of Guns & Ammo Television series, co-host of Petersen’s HUNTING Adventures, all on The Sportsman Channel. With Safari Classic Productions, produced Boddington on Buffalo, Boddington on Leopard, Craig Boddington’s African Experience, Boddington on Buffalo 2, Boddington on Elephant DVD’s. NORTH AMERICAN HUNTING EXPERIENCE: Hunted big game in 29 American states, seven Canadian provinces, five Mexican states in all regions of North America. This experience includes nine Alaskan hunts, 22 Canadian hunts, 14 hunts in Mexico, whitetail deer hunting in 20 states, and extensive experience in the western U.S. for 35 years. Successfully hunted all varieties of North American big game except jaguar, walrus, polar bear. Two Grand Slams of North American wild sheep.

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active duty March 2002—February 2003 to serve as Commander, Combined-Joint Task Force Consequence Management, headquartered in Kuwait. Decorations include: Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal (Gold Star in lieu of second award), Navy Commendation Medal (Gold Star in lieu of second award). Promoted to Colonel USMCR October 1996. Selected for promotion to Brigadier General USMCR in April 2001. Retired September 2005

MILITARY EXPERIENCE: 31 years service as Marine Corps infantry officer. Served as infantry platoon commander, company executive officer, infantry company commander, headquarters company commander, battalion logistics officer, battalion operations officer, battalion executive officer, regimental operations officer, infantry battalion commander, Assistant Chief of Staff/G-3 (Operations) on brigade staff, Group commanding officer. Activated in support of Operation Desert Shield/Storm in 1991 and Operation Vigilant Warrior in 1994. Recalled to active duty for six months in 1997 and six months in 1998 to serve as Current Operations Officer for I Marine Expeditionary Force. Recalled to active duty to serve as Marine Forces Pacific Liaison to U.S. Central Command from January through April 1999. Recalled to active duty March-August 2000 to serve as Current Operatons Officer, I Marine Expeditionary Force. Recalled to

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Saturday, July 10 and Sunday, July 11, 2010The second annual Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute (HSWRI) White Seabass Benefit Tournament was recently renamed the Bill Poole Memorial Angling Tournament to honor legendary long-range fishing pioneer and sportsman Bill Poole. This year’s contest will be held Saturday, July 10 with a gala awards barbeque and fundraiser on Sunday, July 11. All proceeds from this event will benefit HSWRI’s white seabass replenishment program. Since 1983, HSWRI has released more than 1.4 million juvenile white seabass back into the ocean. The tournament will feature a wide range of trophy categories including the biggest white seabass, halibut and yellowtail. All white seabass heads will be scanned for tags as part of HSWRI’s program to identify hatchery-reared fish from wild individuals. This will be a family-oriented tournament designed to encourage sportsmanship and ocean awareness.

The July 11 awards barbecue is open to everyone and tickets may be purchased separately. The barbecue, held at HSWRI’s bayside headquarters, will feature cultured-fish tacos, up-close encounters with SeaWorld animals, behind-the-scenes tours of the Hubbs-SeaWorld hatchery operations, and a raffle/auction sponsored by recreational fishing industry’s top personalities and manufacturers. Entry Fees: $50 per adult angler, $25 per junior anglers under 16 — includes admission to awards barbecue. Additional BBQ tickets available for guests 12 and over $25 ($30 at the door). Children 7 through 11 $10 ($15 at the door). Children under 6 admitted free. For more information and to access an entry form visit www.hswri.org or call 619-226-3881. If you cannot attend and would like to make a donation, call 619-226-3881.

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San Diego Chapter SCI Hunt Report & EvaluationPlease return form to: San Diego Chapter SCI, P.O. Box 600155, San Diego, CA 92160 or e-mail to: admin@sandiegosci.org

DATE_______________________ HUNT LOCATION: Country______________________________ State/Province________________________________________

Area of Concession__________________________________________________________________________ NAME OF HUNTER__________________________________________________________________________________________ ADDRESS__________________________________________________________________________________________________ CITY__________________________________________ STATE ____________ ZIP/MAIL CODE__________________________ TELEPHONE___________________________________ E-MAIL____________________________________________________ SCI MEMBERSHIP NUMBER_________________________________________ SCI CHAPTER__________________________

Please include a photo of your trophy.

OUTFITTER’S NAME/COMPANY NAME_______________________________________________________________________ ADDRESS_________________________________________________________________________________________________ TELEPHONE___________________________ FAX___________________________ E-MAIL___________________________ GUIDE’S NAME___________________________________________________________________________________________ BOOKING AGENT__________________________________________________________________________________________ COST OF HUNT $__________________________________________ SPECIES TAKEN____________________________________________________________________________________________ SPECIES HUNTED NOT TAKEN______________________________________________________________________________ REASON NOT TAKEN______________________________________________________________________________________

TROPHY ANIMALS WERE: Abundant ■ Occasional ■ Scarce ■

EVALUATION OF SUPPORT: (Please check one in each category)

Camp Facilities Excellent ■ Good ■ Fair ■ Poor ■Equipment Excellent ■ Good ■ Fair ■ Poor ■Food Excellent ■ Good ■ Fair ■ Poor ■Trophy Preparation Excellent ■ Good ■ Fair ■ Poor ■Trophy Shipping Excellent ■ Good ■ Fair ■ Poor ■

Time Required for Delivery of Trophies_________________________________________

HUNT DATE______________________________ Dry ■ Wet ■ Cold ■ Hot ■ HUNT TRANSPORTATION: Air ■ Boat ■ Vehicle ■ Horse ■ Foot ■ Other_______________________

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1. Did you encounter any problems?

2. Personal highlights...

3. Comments on performance of guide…

4. Comments on performance of outfitter…

5. General comments, interesting sidelights, Humanitarian Service (Sportsmen against Hunger/Safari Care etc.)…

6. Make & Model of Firearm/Bow:_______________________________________________________________________________

7. Type ammo, bullet grain weight and amount taken:________________________________________________________________

8. Distances to expect and at what range were trophies taken:__________________________________________________________

9. Optics: Scopes, Binoculars:___________________________________________________________________________________

10. Other special equipment used (Satellite/Cell Phone, GPS, Rangefinders):_______________________________________________

11. Would you recommend this hunt to other SCI members? YES ■ NO ■(Please explain in either case)

SCI MEMBER SIGNATURE__________________________________________________ Date___________________________ (Typed Name Considered Signature)

This report will be filed with the San Diego Chapter SCI, ‘Hunt Reports’ and used by members for selecting hunting areas, outfitters, and guides. It may possibly be used to prepare hunt reports for the Trophy Times or Quick Shots. MAIL REPORTS TO: San Diego Chapter SCI, P. O. Box 600155, San Diego, CA 92160

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Are you looking for a hunting partner, information about a specific animal, huntinglocations, firearms questions or other sports-related subjects? Chapter members have theopportunity to post non-commercial items on a newly created space in the newsletter.Contact the Trophy Times editor, sandiegosci@aol.com for information.

San Diego Chapter’s Pride Hunter Safety Class will be held August 7 and 8 (Saturdayand Sunday) at the Green Head Club near Pine Valley. These are two day classes for adults or youth, lunches are provided and there will be an opportunity for live fire with 20 gauge shotguns and .22 rifles. Cost is $20 per person which includes lunch, ammo, clay pigeons and firearms use. To reserve your spot, please call Mike Barry at 619-473-8312. .375 Winchester post '64 with Leupold scope in good condition. Smooth and perfect for your upcoming safari! Asking $1200 or best offer. Please call Craig at (619)871-5246 Bill Fusselman would like to trade a Custom Safari Weatherby .460 for a Custom Safari in .300 Weatherby Mag. Call Bill at 858-292-5882 WANTED: White Muzzleloaders A collector is looking for muzzleloaders built by Doc White or the White Rifle Company. Call Chapter member Jim Dodd at 858-220-3249 or e-mail jimdodd@san.rr.com if you have a gun to sell.

BULLETIN BOARD

WANTEDBy the Trophy TimesYour hunting and fishing yarns and tales of adventure. The Trophy Times needs your stories and reports covering the areas of hunting, fishing, shooting, conservation, and related subjects. These stories are for your enjoyment and education of San Diego Chapter Safari ClubInternational members. Receive the satisfaction of seeing your name in print. Please send stories and photographs to the Trophy Times editor, sandiegosci@aol.com

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PHONE: 520-620-1220 FAX: 520-622-1205WEBSITE: WWW.SAFARICLUB.ORG

Copyright ©2010 San Diego Chapter Safari Club International, all rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or incorporated into any information retrieval system withoutwritten permission of the publisher. For permission, contact the editor.

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SAN DIEGO CHAPTER SAFARI CLUB INTERNATIONALAPPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP

NAME _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

ADDRESS ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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(number and street or P.O. Box)

(city) (state) (zip) (country)

Home phone - give area code Business phone - give area code FAX phone - give area code

Occupation Company name

PLEASE LIST GUN, HUNTING AND CONSERVATION GROUPS YOU BELONG TO: _______________________________________________

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GIVE US A BRIEF PICTURE OF YOUR HUNTING EXPERIENCES, INCLUDING YEAR, SPECIES COLLECTED AND LOCATION OF HUNT:

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WHAT MEMBERS OF SAN DIEGO CHAPTER, SCI ARE YOU ACQUAINTED WITH? ______________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ New Member Dues $80 Per Year ($55 National & $25 chapter)One Time Initiation Fee $50

$130 Total PLEASE MAIL TO: SAN DIEGO CHAPTER MEMBERSHIP

P.O. BOX 600155SAN DIEGO, CA 92160

Your Signature ________________________________________________

Date _________________________________________________________

E-Mail ________________________________________________________