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  Northeast News May 12, 2011 at 3:30pm

  Corne, the biomimicry photographs are mesmerizing.
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  Corne Schalkwyk May 12, 2011 at 3:20pm

  Just back from Indaba. Thanks to the guys that made a turn at the stand.
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  Vincent Onyango May 12, 2011 at 2:01pm

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  Newton Nyambati April 20, 2011 at 6:33pm

  Take a look at his new safari blog: http://kairisafari.blogspot.com Great Safari News!

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  Corne Schalkwyk March 24, 2011 at 2:42pm

  A fascinating world awaits participants on the September Biomimicry course in the private Makuleke concession in the Kruger National Park. Learn to use examples in nature to solve problems we face today. The solutions are endless, think of advances in medicine, design and engineering. This short course set you on your way to use nature in your design and solutions.

  

  Who should attend this Biomimicryworkshop?

  ·         Architects, designers, structural engineers

  ·         Existing professional field guides and field guides in training and or Interested parties

  ·         Adventurous spirits looking for a learning holiday with a difference

  ·         Tourists of all ages wanting an understanding of Africa's web of life and to gain a greater appreciation of the inspiring genius of nature

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  What you will learn

  ·         An introduction to biomimicry

  ·    History, philosophy and ethics of biomimicry

  ·    Examples of biomimetic success stories

  ·    The interface of design and biology

  ·    How to apply biological knowledge to design challenges

  ·    Biological and ecological principles relevant to design

  ·    Sustainability challenges and potential bio-inspired solutions

  ·    Practical application of biomimicry as a design & innovation tool

  ·    How to facilitate biomimetic research & design

   

  What you'll do:

  ·         Solve a design challenge by asking "what would nature do here?"

  ·         Practice applying the tools of biomimicry in a real world scenario

  ·         Explore nature's genius through field-based activities

  ·         Learn from(rather than just about) local plants, animals, and ecosystems

  ·         Become acquainted with life's inherently sustainable design principles

  ·         Learn how to translate nature’s genius into innovative sustainable design solutions.

   

  What you'll take home:

  ·         An understanding of the power of innovation for conservation

  ·         A method for bringing nature's ideas to the design table

  ·         Tools and expert contacts for further explorations

  ·         A whole new way of viewing and valuing the genius that surrounds us

   

  WHAT IS BIOMIMICRY?

  “Bios” means life, “Mimicry” means imitate. Biomimicry is the practice of learning from and then emulating life’s genius to solve human problems and create more sustainable designs. Biomimicry is a branch of science, a problem-solving method, a sustainability ethos, a movement, a stance toward nature, and a new way of viewing and valuing biodiversity. (For a more comprehensive interpretation visit: www.asknature.org/article/view/what_is_biomimicry)

  We are very excited about this work and the potential it has to contribute to the immense task we have ahead of us to address sustainability challenges. We believe biomimicry can play a key role in finding solutions. By learning from the organisms that have thrived over time, we’re hoping we can finally settle in as a welcome, essential neighbour with the other species on this planet.

  You will open your eyes to a new world of possibilities. Contact EcoTraining for more detailed information on enquiries@ecotraining.co.za or have a look at our other nature related courses at www.ecotraining.co.za

  

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  Linda Ballou March 8, 2011 at 6:51am

  Just got through reading What Ever You do Don't Run...here is my review

  I bought this book because I plan to get to the Okavango Delta in Botswana with its immense diversity in wildlife. After reading Australian Peter Allison’s African safari-guide tales, I’m aware of dangers I’d not considered, but remain undaunted. Being hopelessly lost in a maze of shape shifting canals and stepping on the back of an alligator while pulling your flimsy boat through shallow waters can be avoided, but it does make an exciting tale. However, being dive-bombed by malaria-carrying mosquitoes can not!  The stories are all entertaining and filled with quirky Ozzie humor capped off with a sly bit of sentimentality to let us know he cares. Allison makes it plain that he likes the wildlife a lot more than he likes the tourists he has to cater to, but he does it with self-deprecating good humor. I truly enjoyed this book and am even more eager to get to the delta than before—grumpy water buffaloes that would as soon gore me as look at me, or not! This is one tourist Mr. Allison has not scared away.

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  Home page of Linda Ballou, Travel Writer, author and nature photographer.
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  Steve Natureman Safari March 8, 2011 at 6:36am

  Thanks for sharing all this ,you have a Beautiful website! Extremely easy to navigate.

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  Simon & Baker Travel Review February 25, 2011 at 6:25pm

  For objective third party profiles (from our editorial teams) on some of the best and best known safari properties you are welcome to see 

  • Kruger National Park - http://simonandbaker.com/kruger.html
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  • Sabi Sand Reserve - http://simonandbaker.com/sabi-sand.html

   
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  Donna Evans February 25, 2011 at 6:01pm

  Sometimes it is better NOT to use a safari company, but rather a company that can combine camps and experiences. Epic Private Journeys is amazing and Swain does a great job, too. They are not committed to one "brand" of camp or lodge and truly want the best experience for you and your budget. It is best to call a travel agent who specializes in Africa so you don't make an expensive mistake.
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  Matthew Grace February 25, 2011 at 7:42am

  I trully loves this site!!