WHITETAIL HUNT DETAILS: Battenkill Farms invites one hunter and one non-hunter for a 3-day/2-night 1x1 whitetail deer hunting adventure in beautiful Upstate New York - includes trophy fee for best available whitetail (expect 200"+ class and quite possibly up to 300" class). Method of take is rifle or muzzleloader; shotgun may be used as an alternate. This estate hunt is available September 15-November 15, 2026 or 2027 (with October 15th being the best date to experience the region's legendary fall foliage) and may be upgraded to include additional hunters and non-hunters at current rates. Transportation during the hunt is mostly by vehicle and foot with hunting done by spot & stalk and closed blinds. This outstanding package includes field prep, trophy pack/crate, hunting license, RT transfers from Albany International Airport, accommodations in the main lodge or mountain-top cabins, hearty meals and non-alcoholic beverages. The ranch's main lodge is an old renovated Inn that includes a commercial kitchen, game room with pool table and TV, great trophy room with large stone fireplace, lodge bar and outside firepit. Not included are transportation to taxidermist, meat processing, taxidermy, spirits (can be obtained locally at cost) and gratuities.

CAPE BUFFALO HUNT DETAILS: Magnum Hunting Safaris invites one hunter and one non-hunter for a 7-day/6-night 1x1 Cape buffalo rifle hunt in the Limpopo Province of South Africa - includes trophy bull up to 40". This hunt is available year-round in 2026 or 2027 and may be upgraded to include a larger bull, plains game, crocodile and hippo, all at current price list. Additional hunters are welcome at $500/day; non-hunters are welcome at $220/day. Transportation during the hunt is mostly by vehicle with hunting done by spot & stalk. This package includes field prep, transportation to shipper, RT transfers from Polokwane International Airport, 5-star luxury safari camp accommodations, maid/laundry service, Wi-Fi, all meals and full bar. Not included are dip & pack service, before/after hunt accommodations and gratuities.

RAFFLE DETAILS: List increments below...

Drawing held to be held on the show floor Sunday, February 8th at 1pm during DSC's annual 2026 Convention & Sporting Expo.
Must be 18yo+ to participate.
Need not be present to win.
Plans change? Contact Jim Gilliom at jim@fanthem.io or 260-415-8027 for assistance with entering the drawing remotely.
See Frequently Asked Questions for more information.

2026 Sporting Expo Winter Raffle

December 15th, 2025 - February 8th, 2026

2026 Sporting Expo Winter Raffle

December 15th, 2025 - February 8th, 2026