International Lion Day – Celebrating the King
Today marks World Lion Day, a celebration of one of the most globally recognized animals, not just in Africa. Lions, beloved by millions worldwide, are ingrained in our early experiences through storybooks, TV, and movies. Often hailed as the “King of the Jungle,” lions might seem invulnerable, but sadly, they face significant threats. Their range […]
International Rangers Day
Since 2007, International World Rangers Day, observed on August 31 each year, commemorates a somber event. It originated after the tragic loss of eight rangers in Virunga National Park, Congo, while defending wildlife. The day’s purpose is to raise awareness about the challenges these dedicated individuals face in their conservation efforts. The term “game Ranger,” […]
Sponsor a Pangolin
Pangolins, also known as scaly anteaters, are critically endangered species found in Africa and Asia. These unique mammals are covered in hard, overlapping scales that protect them from predators. In Africa, pangolins occur in various countries such as South Africa, Kenya, Cameroon, Ghana, and many others, but the species is facing extinction due to illegal […]
The Northern White Rhinos
Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Kenya is the home for the last 2 Northern White Rhino in the world: Fatu and Najin. Groundbreaking conservation and vet efforts are being done to prevent the extinction of this species, as Tayla McCurdy retales after a recent visit.
Exploring Ol Pejeta
Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Kenya is a unique destination that offers the opportunity to join the rangers in some of their daily activities. Private guide Tayla McCurdy recently visited this area and offers an insight into the K9 activity unit training
The Wandering Conservation Fund
We’re very excited to introduce The Wandering Conservation Fund, a dedicated fund to empower wildlife conservation and the communities living in wild spaces across Africa
Anti poaching pooches
We recently had the opportunity of getting involved during a routine morning training session of the Tango K9 Unit in the Thornybush Nature Reserve and learned more about what goes into place to keep these pooches’ noses and skills sharp and what it takes to be their dog handler.
Helping Hornbills
Private guide Tayla McCurdy recently had the opportunity to get her hands dirty while learning a bit more about Southern Ground Hornbill conservation from experts in the field. Read more about their effort into putting up a 40kg crate up a tree to ensure their survival.
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Impact Initiatives
On this #HeritageDay we share a bit more of what we’ve been doing the last couple of months to help the vulnerable people around us during the lockdown in SA and help preserve the natural areas we share. If you are looking to lend a helping hand, too, then take a look below to see which initiatives resonate with you the most
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