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Safari adventures in Botswana

Diego Delso Around the size of France and with a population of just under 2½ million, the largely flat-savannah Land of the Tswana is one of Africa’s premier wildlife destinations (and parenthetically, diamond producers): big game and only lightly touristed, with a “fewer people, more animals” tourism philosophy. I have fond memories of visiting its reknowned Okavango Delta on safari many years ago, but there are other aspects to the country very much noting as well: read post

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A guide to Tanzania photo safaris: capturing the heart of Africa

  Tanzania, a haven for wildlife photographers, offers unparalleled opportunities to capture the natural beauty and wildlife of East Africa. From the world-renowned Serengeti plains to the lush landscapes of the Ngorongoro Crater, its national parks provide an extraordinary setting for photographers to document the wild. If you’re planning a photographic safari in Tanzania, here’s a detailed guide to help you prepare for the adventure of a lifetime. read post  

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Kariega Game Reserve: a South African recovery story

    It took us three days to drive from Cape Town along South Africa’s "Garden Route" to Kariega Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape, but it was well worth the drive. Once it was 27 farms, which have all been returned to the wild, and the reserve now covers 115 square kilometers (44½ sq. miles), owned and operated by two of those original farming families. A fictional British TV series, Wild at Heart, which ran from 2006 to 2012, told about much the same thing. The animals at Kariega were…

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Safaris in Zambia are eco-amazing

Ron CogswellWhen it comes to safaris and ecotourism, Zambia often takes a back seat to the likes of Botswana, Kenya, and Tanzania. But this large country in south-central Africa is positively packed with eco treasures, and its marquis attraction is one of the planet´s most spectacular waterfalls, Victoria Falls, which it shares with Zimbabwe. In addition, there are some 20 teeming nature reserves which offer as rewarding an eco-experience as any of Zambia´s neighbors – arguably even more so,…

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  • Ed Wetschler June 11, 2011 at 10:06pm

    Welcome back, Forrest; I look forward to reading about it.

     

  • George Habib June 11, 2011 at 2:11pm

    Dear African followers join us in our group Welcome Tours

  • Forrest Walker June 11, 2011 at 12:40pm

    Just got back from Kenya. We went with HTT Holidays and incentives and we could not possibly have been treated better. Kenya is a fantastic country. I will post here on Tripatini and my personal blog,

    www.theothersideofthecoconut@wordpress.com

    In short, Kenya is WONDERFUL!

  • Simon & Baker Travel Review May 24, 2011 at 2:22am
    Beautiful!
  • Oasis Adventures and Camps Ltd May 17, 2011 at 9:41am

    Sunrise at Oasis Eco Camp- Lake Elementaita Kenya9010595672?profile=original

  • Northeast News May 12, 2011 at 3:30pm
    Corne, the biomimicry photographs are mesmerizing.
  • Corne Schalkwyk May 12, 2011 at 3:20pm
    Just back from Indaba. Thanks to the guys that made a turn at the stand.
  • Vincent Onyango May 12, 2011 at 2:01pm

    Kenyan Tours and Safaris:

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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.

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    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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