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Safari Club International is appealing a decision from a federal judge to uphold hunting and trapping restrictions in the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge.
The hunting advocacy group hopes the court will reconsider the November ruling, said SCI lawyer Regina Lennox.
It’s part of an ongoing debate about jurisdiction of the refuge, a 2 million-acre swath of land managed by the U.S. Department of Interior. In 2016, the U.S. government under President Barack Obama introduced the “Kenai Rule,” which placed restrictions on hunting and trapping in the refuge, including limits to brown-bear baiting and hunting in the Skilak Wildlife Recreation Area.
Shortly after that “Kenai Rule” was passed, SCI and the state of Alaska filed a lawsuit against the department, arguing the restrictions precluded state management of those lands. Conservationist groups, on the other hand, argue that the federal government has the primary authority over regulation.
A federal judge in November agreed with the conservation groups’ interpretation . SCI filed its challenge to that decision Friday.
“We made certain claims in our complaint, we argued those in our briefing,” Lennox said. “The court didn’t agree with us on some of those arguments, so we’ll take all of that to the Ninth Circuit and try to explain why we think the district court misinterpreted both the law and the application of law to the record.”
Nicole Schmitt is executive director for Alaska Wildlife Alliance, one of the intervening defendants in the original case. She said she’s confident the court will uphold its ruling.
“We feel really confident in our legal arguments and in the strength of that district court decision,” she said. “We are confident that the Ninth Circuit will affirm the agency, being the Fish and Wildlife Service, and the lower court in this case. And while it does create more work, it creates an opportunity for us to create a clear Ninth Circuit precedent on these important issues. So, we’re looking forward to that.”
The Ninth Circuit court is the federal court of appeals for Alaska and several other states.
The state has until Jan. 15 to appeal the decision. Alaska Department of Fish and Game Commissioner Doug Vincent-Lang has said he worried about the legal precedent the November decision could set.
Rick Green, special assistant to Vincent-Lang, said the department is consulting with its attorneys and considering its options.
“We’re cognizant of the 15th deadline, meaning we should have a decision on whether we’re going to move forward or not by close of business Friday,” he said.
SCI is not appealing the decision the court made in its favor, Lennox said. Part of the court’s November ruling said that the portion of the Kenai Rule regarding firearm restrictions along the Kenai and Russian Rivers required further analysis from the Fish & Wildlife Service.
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By ELAINA SPRAKER
As we enter into a prickly political season, campaign rhetoric will do its best to persistently persuade. It may be difficult to determine the truth in issues that are important to us.
In a recent commentary penned by Fritz Pettyjohn, ( Must Read Alaska , April 27, 2022 ), he labeled Safari Club International as a group of wealthy trophy hunters.
He further stated “the organization fears that under state ownership, residents would be given a preference in the taking of fish and game. As non-residents, their access could be restricted, so they lobby against any transfer to the states. Trump’s son, Donald Trump Jr. is an active member of the Safari Club and was the keynote speaker at its 2020 convention. He has convinced his father to take the Safari Club’s side against the states.”
Furthermore, he states an absurdity — that Sarah Palin is “perfectly positioned” to change former President Trump’s mind.
This example of deliberate gullibility is dangerous because it perpetuates a misrepresentation of an organization that has been on the frontlines for decades defending states’ rights, our hunting heritage, and access to federal public lands.
The State of Alaska would be quite a different place if SCI had not intervened in the many legal challenges where anti-hunters, extreme environmentalists, and career bureaucrats continually try to fulfill their utopian vision of turning Alaska into a the world’s largest park. There is no other conservation organization in the world that fights harder for our state to protect their authority to manage fish and wildlife, and leads the planet in conservation efforts.
Many Alaskans who are deeply involved in hunting belong to SCI as subsistence, personal use, and sport hunters. The president of the SCI Alaska chapter is John Sturgeon, whose landmark Supreme Court case upheld the State of Alaska’s authority on navigable waters and addressed federal overreach.
The president of the SCI Kenai Chapter is Ted Spraker, a state career wildlife biologist and the longest serving member of the Alaska Board of Game, who spent most of his career battling federal overreach issues.
Longtime Kenai/Soldotna state advisory chairman, Mike Crawford, sits on the SCI national leadership board. The commissioner of ADF&G and director of Wildlife Conservation are past SCI board members.
The common denominator of all four of these individuals is SCI, also their lifelong dedication to the Alaska way of life and wildlife conservation.
The entire Alaska congressional delegation has a longstanding partnership with SCI in holding the federal government accountable for their statutory commitments to Alaska and Alaskans, fighting for access of federal public lands, management of fish and wildlife, and traditional activities. In 2018, the SCI national organization awarded U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan with the prestigious Legislator of the Year Award for his outstanding commitment to Alaska in his efforts to overturn the Obama-era rules that would have diminished the State of Alaska’s authority to manage its own fish and wildlife. The late Congressman Don Young would attend the SCI national convention regularly and Sen. Lisa Murkowski, who sits on the Senate Resource Committee, works closely with SCI on states’ rights issues.
Today we are faced with the Federal Subsistence Board, a group of unelected bureaucrats systematically shutting down millions of acres of federal public lands in Alaska, to both rural and non-rural Alaskans and non-resident hunters, threatening Alaskans lifestyle and food sustenance. And guess who’s on the frontline fighting this issue alongside the State? SCI.
Not only is Fritz Pettyjohn’s article uninformed, it also lacks a complete understanding of the historical context in ANSCA and ANICLA. And while I agree with Mr. Pettyjohn that the federal government has not honored many of these commitments under ANSCA, ANICLA and the Statehood Compact, federal land management agencies have repeatedly and systematically disregarded the law and dismissed most of these promises. It took three very seasoned lawmakers – Sens. Ted Stevens and Mike Gravel, and Congressman Young – to prevent the land-grabbing bureaucrats and environmentalists from getting complete federal control of Alaska when ANILCA was being ratified.
One conversation between former President Trump and former Gov. Palin will have no impact on, or transfer federal lands to the State of Alaska. That would take an act of Congress and then some.
Elaina Spraker is an Alaskan hunter, conservationist, NRA instructor, and member of Safari Club International.
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You have to understand where Fritz is coming from. He’s old school legislature. From the 80’s and beyond. He’s not Establishment, but he looks at the Legislature as a crony club to which he belonged decades ago. . Trump Jr. uses the fly-in fishing and hunting lodges out in western Alaska as a playground for himself. He was no supporter of the proposed gold mine, in fact, he openly opposed it. Trump Sr. concurred. Trumps have no real local knowledge of how Alaska resource development has divided this state. What Fritz was opining was that Palin might be the best congressperson to influence Trump on federal land issues most favorable to the state. He wrote a pretty good piece, but I’m still backing Begich and not Palin.
I don’t know if I would advertise “NRA Instructor” with 2A and hunting rights. The NRA is a bloated bureaucracy that serves only itself, they have very little to do with actually preserving the 2A. Now if it read “member of Gun Owners of America and Firearms Policy Coalition” that would be someone whose opinion I respect.
CKBBI- your comment fits in perfectly with the uninformed. Elaina has trained over 1000 Alaska women and adolescents in the Women on Target/Teens on Target clinics she organizes. She writes grants every year, the funds come directly from Friends of the NRA and SCI. The most powerful way we can preserve our 2A starts at home with our mothers and daughters. How many women has Gun Owners trained?
I am very well informed about the NRA and their lack of drive to protect the 2A. They would rather spend millions of dollars on lavish conferences, $3K suits for their board members and private jet flights to overseas locations. They will always be the first “gun rights” organization to negotiate with the government rather than calling them out on their blatant dishonesty as to the true purpose of the Second Amendment. Training gun owners to follow the guidance of the NRA is hypocrisy at its finest.
Safari Club has long supported Alaska’s hunters and trappers and fought federal overreach. They put their money where their mouth is.
I worry more about State overreach. I’ve tried to get a modest sensible trapping setback proposal on the Board of Game agenda, but they won’t hear it. The board doesn’t accurately represent Alaskans, the majority of whom think trophy hunting and trapping are despicable hobbies.
No, Jeff, the majority of Alaskans don’t think trapping is a “despicable hobby”. Maybe the majority of leftists in Anchorage…….
I think you’re wrong. I don’t think most normal Alaskans favor torturing, maiming and killing for vanity.
But do normal Alaskans eat other animals ALIVE? That is the question.
All proposals get on the Board of Game agenda and they are all heard. The Board of Game heard trap setback proposals at the January 2022 meeting.
True and they also fight against every construction project that would put lots of people to work, not just Pebble. I’m sorry but I do not support them, they are wolves is sheepskin clothing.
Spot on Elaina…!
Exactly. Thank you, Elaina!
Why should We the People trust and support a Deep State organization like SCI? Your board, as you proudly proclaim, is full of formerly un-elected bureaucrats! Showing your unflinching support for the likes of Murkowski and Sullivan lay clear SCI is another traitorous group obfuscating to draw on support of the RINOs.
ANCSA not ANSCA
Well said. Ted Spraker has been a hero to wildlife and wildlife management for over 30 years.
Safari Club has influence. Their lobbying efforts are partly responsible for a Board of Game composed of trappers, hunters and hunting guides. No conservationists. Pettyjohn is right; SC is all about catering to rich, vain trophy hunters.
Such a line of bull! Gunter Thompsom Do you have any idea how much SCI does right here in Alaska? Ask yourself which nonprofit contributed more than any other organization to the reintroduction of the wood bison. We support wounded warrior, youth outdoor recreation, becoming an outdoors woman, high school archery and shooting teams and a hell of a lot more! We donate to food banks and support our communities right here in Alaska! What have you done my friend?
All those good things have a purpose: to train people to kill. I shoot my wildlife with a camera and I wish more did too.
What have I done? I started two conservation organizations, I’m a member of a State Parks Advisory Committee, I am active in three local non-profits and financially support a dozen more, I started a pet advocacy non profit in 1994, I pick up trash at campgrounds and I don’t torture wildlife.
Millions of kids are starving around the world. They would love a pet dinner. But loons take their pets to spas here…..and feed them expensive food!
When the National Academy of Science- National Research Council- looked at Alaska’s insanely expensive predator management programs they found, “all previous predator reduction and control operations in Alaska were so poorly designed that the results, even if they had been adequately monitored, could not have assessed the relative contributions of various factors to any observed changes in populations of either predators or their prey.”
Alaska has spent upwards of tens of thousands of dollars to kill a single wolf under these badly managed programs- that’s public money- to benefit the elites from outside that see our wildlife as “trophy animals”.
These insane and expensive wars on our wildlife, like our bears- that have low densities, and low reproduction rates- ensures that when you have high harvest rates that you could end up with extinctions. This is what California did for decades until the only Grizzly bear left in California was on their state flag.
M, please cite an example of threatened Bear Populatons in Alaska? Can’t do it? I thought so. You new to the country?
Puk, that’s easy. Polar bears are listed as threatened under the ESA.
Scientists who have studied grizzly populations have concluded that these animals are very difficult to count. Using hair traps and DNA testing as the last, best resort one study estimated there were about 600 bears on the entire Kenai Peninsula.
Population densities are less in the Interior where winters are long, and food is less energy dense- think berries and not Salmon. Grizzly- cub mortality can be 65 percent.
In my nearly half century observing wildlife in Alaska my personal observation is that its very, very difficult to see grizzly bears in the Interior, with the exception of Denali. If I go down into Canada (Yukon) I see a heck of a lot more bears.
Bottom line- the insanely expensive, poorly designed predator killing operations that ADFG come up need to end. They are not backed up by real science, and they are gambling with the long term health of these populations.
How about the Spenard population of bears?
Species come and go…..humans and animal predators don’t mix and don’t use the lame bio-diversity LIE.
Well said, Elaina. SCI was instrumental in helping defeat the OETA and HSUS attempt at ballot box biology some years ago. That’s when I first became a member.
“…to benefit the elites from outside that see our wildlife as “trophy animals”.”
We’ve all heard the false narrative M.
Yet if one actually goes to a Board of Game meeting what they will see are rural villagers discussing local predator issues. Average every day folks, not elites.
What you’ll see at most rural BOG and AC meetings are locals demanding the State “do something” about predators in their local area. Predator seasons and bag limits are almost non-existent in most of rural Alaska. Maybe the locals should get off their butts and deal with predator problems themselves. Politic-driven wildlife management isn’t good management.
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ENVIRONMENTAL LAW United States Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (2022) Kristiana Olson In Safari Club International v. Haaland , 31 F.4th 1157 ( 9th Cir. 2022) , the court held that the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act (ANILCA) preserves the federal government’s authority over Alaska’s public lands. ( Id. at 11 65 ) . In 2013, Alaska expanded access to brown bear hunting. ( Id . at 1166 ) . The United States Fish and Wildlife S ervice (FWS) published the Kenai Rule in 2016 blocking many of the extensions. ( Id. ). Safari Club International and the State of Alaska sued the federal government, arguing that the Kenai Rule bans violate d ANILCA and other statutory authorities. ( Id. at 1167 ) . They asserted that Alaska has ultimate regulatory authority over hunting laws on federal lands in Alaska . ( Id . at 1165 ) . The district court entered summary judgment in favor of the federal government. ( Id. ). Affirming the judgment, t he Ninth Circuit reasoned that ANILCA and the Alaska Statehood Act d id not restrict the authority of FWS to regulate state – approved hunting on federal lands. ( Id. at 1167 ) . The court also clarified that Congress’ decision to cancel a related FWS rule did n ot invalidate the Kenai Rule. ( Id at 1169 ) . Affirming the lower court, the court held that the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act (ANILCA) preserves the federal government’s authority over Alaska’s public lands. ( Id. at 1165 ) .
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Alaska's Kenai Peninsula Chapter of Safari Club International is made up of a group of local hunters concerned about the future of wildlife and hunting. We are one of over 185 Chapters worldwide, with over 53,000 members dedicated to conservation, education, humanitarian programs, and protecting our hunters rights. Our efforts are funded ...
Founded in 1971, Safari Club International (SCI) is the world leader in preserving the freedom to hunt and is a major contributor to conservation efforts worldwide. SCI Alaska Chapter (AK SCI) held its first banquet in 1975 and was formally incorporated in 1977. The Alaska Chapter has become a leading Chapter within SCI and is a proven leader ...
Alaska's Kenai Peninsula Chapter of Safari Club International is made up of a group of local hunters concerned about the future of wildlife and hunting. We are one of over 185 Chapters worldwide, with over 53,000 members dedicated to conservation, education, humanitarian programs, and protecting our hunters rights.
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Alaska Chapter of Safari Club Internationals 44th Annual Alaskan Hunting Expo & Sportsman's Banquet. ... Annual Kenai River Sportfishing Association Junior Classic ... SCI was founded in 1971 and the Alaska Chapter was founded in 1977. Both founded on three primary principals: Wildlife Conservation, Education & Humanitarian Services, and ...
About Us | SCI Alaska. SCI Alaska Chapter (AK SCI) held its first banquet in 1975 and was formally incorporated in 1977. The Alaska Chapter has become a leading Chapter within SCI and is a proven leader in Alaska's hunting community. SCI has four major mission areas and the Alaska Chapter excels in all of them.
In November, the SCI Alaska Chapter helped conduct a deer hunt for Wounded Warriors on Afognak Island, working closely with and beside the Ouzinkie Native Corporation, which provided funding for the hunt. SCI Alaska Chapter President John Sturgeon led the hunt, and SCI Kenai Chapter President Ted Spraker served as official scorer.
Safari Club International is appealing a decision from a federal judge to uphold hunting and trapping restrictions in the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. The hunting advocacy group hopes the court ...
Alaska's Kenai Peninsula Chapter of Safari Club International 24th Annual Midnight Sun Fund Raiser and Banquet - Funds raised will help us continue to fund wildlife conservation projects and represent the interests of hunters. We dedicate thousands of dollars and hundreds of hours to these causes with a just a volunteer staff every year.
KPSCI Board Members 2021. President Ted Spraker (907) 398-8895 Vice President Bryan Vermette (907) 953-3483 Secretary Roy Smith (907) 394-2636
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Join us for alaska's Greatest gathering of hunters Alaskan Hunting Expo & Sportsman's Banquet *** Great Food, Good Friends, Live Music and more ways to win than any other event in Alaska! *** Friday, February 21, 2025 American Hero's Night Tickets. Saturday, February 22, 2025 SCI Alaska Chapters Sportsman's Banquet.
In a recent commentary penned by Fritz Pettyjohn, (Must Read Alaska, April 27, 2022), he labeled Safari Club International as a group of wealthy trophy hunters. He further stated "the organization fears that under state ownership, residents would be given a preference in the taking of fish and game.
In Safari Club International v. Haaland, 31 F.4th 1157 (9th Cir. 2022), the court held that the. authority over Alaska's public lands. (Id. at 1165). In 2013, Alaska expanded access to brown bear. hunting. (Id. at 1166). The United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) published the Kenai. Rule in 2016 blocking many of the extensions.
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Safari Club International, Alaska Kenai Peninsula Chapter: Employer Identification Number (EIN) 920141166: Name of Organization: Safari Club International: Secondary Name: Alaska Kenai Peninsula Chapter: In Care of Name: Helen S Netschert: Address: PO BOX 2988, Soldotna, AK 99669-2988: Activities:
Online Auction to Benefit Conservation in Alaska For the first time EVER, Safari Club International Foundation (SCI Foundation) will be hosting an online auction to sell highly prized Alaska Governor's Permits! There are two big game tags available. The first tag is an opportunity to hunt a Kenai Mountains Caribou (Barren Ground).
David Garganta: SCI Alaska Chapter Treasurer. In 1970, at the age of 10, Dave Garganta moved to Alaska with his family from Florida. He graduated from Chugiak High School in 1979, joined the Alaska Air National Guard in August 1980 and spent the next 38 years in service to his country. He is an Alaska registered guide and outfitter of over 27 ...
SCI Alaska Chapters 47th Annual Sportsmans Banquet! SATURDAY NIGHT - April 22nd, 2023 DOORS OPEN AT 4:00 PM Come on out and join us at the Dena'ina Convention Center for what promises to be the Best Banquet we have ever created! Good Friends, Great Food, Live Music and More Way's To Win! Tickets: Chapter and General $120.00 Military $100.00 SCI Alaska Chapter Presents The 47th Annual ...
SAFARI CLUB INTERNATIONAL ALASKA'S KENAI PENINSULA CHAPTER Chapter Bylaws Version 1 - 8 - 2018. I NAME AND ORGANIZATION: ... the President of Safari Club International - Alaska's Kenai Peninsula Chapter and the mailing address shall be P.O. Box 2988, Soldotna, AK 99669.
International Wildlife Museum - SCI Headquarters, Tucson, AZ - Over the years, the Alaska chapter has made donations in support of this award winning museum which features animals from all over the world. Our latest contribution of $12,000 made possible the remodeling of the Alaska Brown Bear diorama. www.thewildlifemuseum.org; 3.
On this rare Alaskan photo safari, every moment is a masterpiece, waiting to be captured! Admin Note: ... Kenai Fjords Wilderness Lodge, private Fox Island, Kenai Peninsula, Alaska. Nat Hab Expedition Leader Mike Hillman. Seldovia, Kenai Peninsula, Alaska. ... International. PO Box 3065 · Boulder, ...
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SCI was founded in 1971 and the Alaska Chapter was founded in 1977. Both founded on three primary principals: Wildlife Conservation, Education & Humanitarian Services, and Advocacy for Hunting and Hunters' Rights. Join Today. Photo of Mt. Hunter and Caribou Lodge Alaska by Bramante Photography.