1st DSC convention

[CO_mtnman]

Just got tickets for my dad and I to attend the opening day of the convention, it'll be our 1st time at dsc we are pretty excited. Looking forward to talking to outfitters for our 1st trip to Africa

 

[wesheltonj]

Get the app, and mark the outfitters you want to meet with. Easier to keep track.

 

[mdwest]

Just got tickets for my dad and I to attend the opening day of the convention, it'll be our 1st time at dsc we are pretty excited. Looking forward to talking to outfitters for our 1st trip to Africa

1st trips to DSC are overwhelming for many... @wesheltonj offers excellent advice... get the app, and make a plan... there is A LOT to see and A LOT to do.. it would be pretty easy to spend all 4 days on the convention center floor and still not see everyone you want to if you don't plan things out...

If you're going to be in town in time to be on the floor on opening day, consider going to the AH dinner Friday night.. that's a great way to get to know a lot of active members here and also meet some of the outfitters that are sponsors of the site.. (and its always a great time... its one of the highlights of DSC for me each year)... I think you and your dad would have a wonderful time at the dinner..

https://www.africahunting.com/threa...dallas-safari-club-dsc-convention-2023.71715/

Also, feel free to join us at my home on Thursday night... we're hosting a party for @Bos en Dal SAFARIS on the evening of the 5th.. I looks like we're going to have a good turn out with about 30 people so far on the list (most of whom are members here)..

Free Booze and Food! January 5th, 2023

Open invitation for AH members... Thursday, January 5th (Opening night of DSC) 2023 from 7PM until whenever we are done.. the mdwest family will be hosting a @Bos en Dal SAFARIS house party at our home in Allen, TX (DFW suburb). We'll have plenty of South African wines on hand, beer, and some...

www.africahunting.com

 

[Hemingway's Karl]

I'm in the same boat as you. I'm going for the first time, along with my dad and brother. I'm looking forward to seeing all the booths and the sheer magnitude of the event!

 

[AfricaHunting.com]

Also don't miss our event:

AH Get Together Dinner In Dallas During Dallas Safari Club (DSC) Convention 2023

Official 2023 AfricaHunting.com Dallas Dinner Thread - SIGN UP HERE! Tenth annual AH Get Together Dinner in Dallas during Dallas Safari Club (DSC) Convention 2023. Happy to announce that the tradition will continue for the 10th year in 2023! Just to let everyone know, you do not need to be a...

www.africahunting.com

 

[KMG Hunting Safaris]

Just got tickets for my dad and I to attend the opening day of the convention, it'll be our 1st time at dsc we are pretty excited. Looking forward to talking to outfitters for our 1st trip to Africa

Hope to see you at the AH dinner!

 

[Limcroma Safaris]

Just got tickets for my dad and I to attend the opening day of the convention, it'll be our 1st time at dsc we are pretty excited. Looking forward to talking to outfitters for our 1st trip to Africa

Please come on by and see us at booth #3010. We would love to meet you and talk a little African hunting!

 

[norfolk shooter]

@CO_mtnman get the app bro. And prepare yourself for a sensory overload. Maybe because I come over from the UK its more for me but there are many VERY nice firearms to fondle. Try and make it to the AH dinner there is a wealth of knowledge there for a first timer to Africa.

If you do choose an outfitter ask the guys on the forum what they are like. Between us we have hunted with most outfitters

 

[sierraone]

Good Luck First Timers. When you go home, you will be talking about the show for weeks...

 

[Spear Safaris]

Just got tickets for my dad and I to attend the opening day of the convention, it'll be our 1st time at dsc we are pretty excited. Looking forward to talking to outfitters for our 1st trip to Africa

Look us up, we look forward to sharing some info before the show starts or there on the floor.
booth 527

 

[Tally-Ho HUNTING SAFARIS]

I dont do the shows
But happy to chat and offer a deal a great deal

Have sent you a dm too

Looking forward

 

[PHOENIX PHIL]

Just got tickets for my dad and I to attend the opening day of the convention, it'll be our 1st time at dsc we are pretty excited. Looking forward to talking to outfitters for our 1st trip to Africa

Please stop by the @JKO HUNTING SAFARIS booth number 927. We would love the opportunity to discuss your 1st safari with you. And please as noted above, consider attendance at our annual dinner on Friday night, I think you and your dad would enjoy it.

 

[DAVE FREEBURN SAFARIS]

That’s great Sir, you guys will have a great time. Planning the trip is half of the fun. If you guys are not overwhelmed by the time you get to the 1200 isle, we’re in booth 1238.
Would he happy to answer any questions you and your father might have.

 

[BloodyKnuckles]

My first trip to DSC as well.
like taking son with me and we are both counting the days.

 

[chashardy]

Been going to the show for 20+ years. Get downtown to the Convention Center by about 10:00 a.m to find a convenient place to park--it's gonna cost you about $20 to park and will be a short walk to the entrance. The Convention Center is enormous so wear comfortable shoes or boots. Use the app or get one of the brochures (available at the entrance) that has all the exhibitors and booth numbers and a map. It will make things easier to walk around. There are numbers hanging from the ceiling to tell you which aisle you are in and those numbers match the booth numbers, so it's helpful in finding the booth you want to visit--or you can just walk up and down every aisle and wear yourself out.
For reference, fine gun dealers are generally grouped together (Rigby, Heym, Verney Carron, etc.) in one hall. I promise you have never in your life seen so many spectacular rifles and shotguns.
There are bars scattered about and food courts at the ends of both of the big halls and you can sit and rest.
For your first time, you should probably plan to spend most of the day. There really is an overwhelming amount of stuff to see. Have fun!

 

[DE KLERK SAFARIS]

We will also be at the Dallas Safari Club Convention for our 26 th time exhibiting at this grand convention.
Please stop by our booth (Booth number 3244) for a cup of coffee and a chat.
We might have some good South African biltong (jerky) and dry wors (dried meatsticks) also in the booth if the sniffer dogs at the airport don't get it.
No just joking we will never do anything illegal.
We are looking forward to the convention and to see all our old clients (friends) again.

Sincerely
Hans de Klerk

 

[Hemingway's Karl]

We will also be at the Dallas Safari Club Convention for our 26 th time exhibiting at this grand convention.
Please stop by our booth (Booth number 3244) for a cup of coffee and a chat.
We might have some good South African biltong (jerky) and dry wors (dried meatsticks) also in the booth if the sniffer dogs at the airport don't get it.
No just joking we will never do anything illegal.
We are looking forward to the convention and to see all our old clients (friends) again.

Sincerely
Hans de Klerk

Biltong! My only regret from my trip to South Africa this last June was that I never tried biltong. I kept telling myself that I'd eventually come across it, but I never did. In hindsight, I should have bought some at the Joburg airport and enjoyed it on the flight home.

At least I did enjoy the wonders of South African brandy (repeatedly). It took some diligent searching, but I did find a source of Richelieu brandy in the states. Now if I can just find some eland steaks...

 

[CO_mtnman]

So far I've compiled a list of outfitters I'd like to talk to, my dad and I have our trophy list we just need to get together and compile our list of questions

 

[CO_mtnman]

Just a little update. My dad and I had an absolute blast wish we could of went multiple days but with work schedules and having to guide some last minute deer hunters at the ranch kind of put a end to that possibility. We have narrowed down our list for our 1st safari down after meeting face to face with some great outfits. We saw some great taxidermy, out of this world rifles that belong in a museum lol, dad bought a suppressor, I even got my john sharp book signed! All in all it was an outstanding experience and I can't wait until next year

 

[Courtney_catt]

Our 1st DSC conference too! Amazing experience but mostly great to meet PHs in person and hear their stories. So many decisions to be made now! ♡ already had our first Namibian safaris in 2021 but now planning the 2nd and 3rd trip to Africa