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Victoria Craddock

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EcoTraining’s rite of passage – The Sleepout  

It is a tale of forging a profound bond with the African wilderness. Immerse yourself in the primitive setting, enveloped by Africa’s untamed sights and sounds, while gazing in wonder at the night sky. A flickering campfire enhances the bushveld atmosphere and keeps you vigilant through the night watch. As the first light of dawn graces the horizon, you’ll awaken to the vibrant pulse of the African wild.

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Sleepout by Victoria Craddock

Have you ever wondered what activities become the stories you share for years to come? We cannot speak to all of them but we can share some insights into an epic EcoTraining right of passage, the sleepout event.

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River Swim ~ An African Baptism

Swimming when the river flows is the Selati equivalent of making hay while the sun shines. EcoTraining blogger, Victoria, recalls a sunset swim, shared with students and tilapia fish.

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The Black Mambas of Pridelands

Pridelands has two Black Mambas in camp at the moment and after a colorful interview, I can confirm that these ladies are way more lovely, and infinitely more hardcore than the snake.

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Burpees for Conservation

#BurpeesForConservation is all the rage at the moment. EcoTraining students have jumped on the trend and are raising their heart-rates in an effort to raise awareness and funds for conservation.

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Learn About Butterflies Day

It would be impossible to learn everything about butterflies in one day but let’s start by exploring some of the practical reasons for being so pretty. Victoria dive into the ornate nature of butterfly colouration and we discover that a butterfly is so much more than beauty and grace.

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