Today, we will unravel some of the top myths about being a guide; you might have heard some of these myths before. Lawrence Steyn delves into some myths about being a guide, what it means, what you can expect, and how to be great at guiding.
Have you ever been on a bush walk in Selati? What’s so great about going out on foot? Everything! You can focus on the little things. Walk on animal paths, see what they see, smell what they smell.
As the world unites to celebrate World Animal Day, EcoTraining, Africa’s leading field guide training institution, underscores the urgent need for global action to protect wildlife. With increasing threats to biodiversity, EcoTraining’s mission to empower future conservationists has never been more critical.
Let’s not beat around the bush: an EcoTraining course is no walk in the park. At EcoTraining, we prefer to portray our courses precisely as they are. Being honest and open always pays; incidentally, it also works best on the course. The workload may be huge, but good team spirit, sincere passion, and a healthy bit of elbow (and brain!) grease led to a wonderful sense of achievement. In this story, Wim points out a few tips & tricks to rise to that challenge.
Vultures are famous for their part in our ecosystem, being the renowned clean-up crew of nature. They improve nutrient cycling, reduce the spread of diseases and control populations. Since they provide such vital services, it is frightening to realize that most vulture species are threatened. To increase awareness and appreciation of these valuable animals, we celebrate the diversity of vultures found in southern Africa.
What do they sound like? How do they hunt and where do they live? Although these beautiful birds have unusual colours, a distinctive call and unique feathers, their camouflage and habits can make them hard to see when visiting Makuleke. Understanding their habits can assist us enjoy their unusual beauty.
Saving South Africa’s Wildlife from Deadly Snares – we delve into the world of snare poaching that threatens our iconic African mammals and explore some solutions, from active snare patrols to community awareness initiatives. Together, we can make a difference!
World Nature Conservation Day, celebrated annually, highlights our vital role in protecting our natural world. We must celebrate the day and consciously explore how we can all make a real difference in our daily lives. No matter how small, every action adds to a significant, collective effort to protect our environment and promote sustainability.
Imagine yourself in the South African bush after a lovely day out, driving back to camp in the evening. You shine with the spotlight right and left, hoping to see something interesting, when you spot a small whitish reptile on the tree branch before you. Could this be a chameleon?
As we celebrate World Youth Skills Day, we join a global initiative to empower the next generation of leaders and innovators. This year’s theme, “Skilling Teachers, Trainers, and Youth for a Transformative Future,” highlights the crucial role of education and skill development in achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Study wildlife conservation and accredited field guide courses at any of our pioneering African training camps, around Africa.
Located on the banks of the Mara river,
the camp is nestled between communities
and wildlife conservancies.
Explore the untamed wilderness of Kruger
National Park’s Makuleke Concession
with EcoTraining.
Located at the confluence of the Limpopo
and Shashe Rivers, in the eastern
corner of Botswana.
A natural wonderland with free-roaming
elephants located in the Limpopo
Province of South Africa.
A sanctuary for wildlife, providing visitors
an opportunity to witness Africa’s
animals in their natural habitat.
A unique safari destination that offers
visitors an immersive and unforgettable
experience.
Want to become a field or nature guide? Explore our immersive courses and training programmes for professional safari guides and guardians of nature, taught and led by experts in the industry.
EcoTraining offers career and accredited courses, wildlife enthusiast courses, gap year programmes and customised group travel courses.
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