Washington, D.C.

Safari Club International (SCI) is proud to announce Everett Headley as its new Guides and Outfitters Liaison, bringing with him experience in the field, service in uniform, and a lifelong dedication to ethical hunting and conservation storytelling.

Headley resides in the the Bitterroot Valley of Western Montana, a special place among special places, Headley brings a deep-rooted connection to the land and a passion for the pursuit of wild game. As a freelance outdoor writer and consultant, he has chronicled hunts across Africa, the United Kingdom, Hawaii, and North America. His work has appeared in a variety of publications, always grounded in his belief that the hunt is as much about the journey as it is the harvest.

“I’ve often said that hunting is foretold, but never foreordained,” Headley says. “The story is dreamt about, and once it’s lived, it becomes something of its own. My greatest passion is telling that story.”

Headley enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 2002, serving as a Religious Programs Specialist embedded with the U.S. Marine Corps. He deployed twice to Iraq, providing both physical security for the chaplain and moral support to the unit in theater. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biblical Studies from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and a Master of Divinity from Liberty University.

In the outdoor industry, Headley’s background spans product development, brand management, ambassador work, and grassroots policy advocacy. He currently serves on the Private Lands/Public Wildlife Advisory Committee for Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, working to strengthen relationships between landowners and sportsmen. He also serves as Chairman of the Region 2 Citizens Advisory Committee, where he has guided discussions on hunter behavior, ethics, and public access.

As SCI’s Guides and Outfitters Liaison, Headley will work directly with industry professionals to amplify their voice, advocate for their needs, and ensure that SCI remains a strong partner for those who put hunters on game across North America and beyond.