Welcome to the International Professional Hunters’ Association
The International Professional Hunters’ Association (IPHA) is one of the oldest organizations of its kind in the world.
Born out of a get-together in 1967 in France and with a follow-up meeting in Monte Carlo in 1968, it was officially formed in 1969, and patterned in many aspects after the East African Professional Hunters’ Association.
Our members are from some 30 countries around the world.
MISSION STATEMENT
It is the mission of the International Professional Hunters’ Association and its worldwide members to advise, educate and facilitate public enjoyment of the natural world. IPHA embraces sound conservation practices, sustained utilization of renewable resources, access to public lands and ethical hunting practices. IPHA is pledged by its bylaws to insure the highest level of professionalism and integrity to the benefit of recreational sport hunters and outdoor enthusiasts around the world.
OBJECTIVES
- To promote worldwide the good management of wildlife.
- To collaborate with governments on the conservation of flora and fauna.
- To maintain a sportsmanlike concept of hunting.
- To prevent illegal and unsportsmanlike practices.
- To safeguard worldwide the interests of clients.
- To represent worldwide the interests of professional hunters, outfitters and guides.
Supporting Conservation Force Since 1997
We are delighted to present a donation on behalf of IPHA to Conservation Force.
Pictured from left to right: President of IPHA, Rob Kern, alongside John Jackson, Marco Pani, and Chad Hill of Conservation Force at the IPHA’s Annual General Meeting.
Supporting Conservation Force perfectly aligns with IPHA’s mission to promote sound conservation practices, sustainable wildlife management, and ethical hunting.
Conservation Force’s relentless work in legal advocacy, conservation initiatives, and policy reforms resonates deeply with IPHA’s commitment to safeguarding wildlife and preserving our natural heritage.
Together, we stand united in our dedication to ensuring a thriving future for wildlife and outdoor enthusiasts worldwide.
IPHA has been representing professional hunters, hunting and sustainable use worldwide since 1969.
SPONSORS, PARTNERS & AFFILIATE MEMBERS
Shikar Safari Club International
International Order of Teddy Roosevelt
Conservation Force
AFFILIATES
Botswana Wildlife Management Association, Custodians of Professional Hunting & Conservation – South Africa, Dallas Safari Club – South Texas Chapter, Houston Safari Club, Northern Territory Professional Hunters’ Association (Australia), Namibia Professional Hunting Association, Professional Hunters Association of Zambia, Spain Chapter of SCI, Wild Sheep Foundation, Zimbabwe Professional Hunters & Guides Association.