This past week has been another exciting week for Kariega’s conservation volunteers. The week started off with a bang when we did another successful elephant monitoring session. These monitoring sessions are not only invaluable in terms of data collection, but also an amazing experience for our volunteers sitting amongst the elephants and studying these magnificent giants. Day two of the week was incredibly challenging due to the extreme heat and the work that had to be done. We spent the day clearing alien invasive plants on the reserve – although rewarding, this is very hard work! We watch yet another stunning African sunset that evening, sipping on a well-deserved ice cold beer. The next morning we were up early to do a game count, which meant driving around in our open game drive vehicle and searching the plains for animals.   Our count was successful and the results were submitted to Kariega’s conservation department.

 

We also made time during the week for a beach ecology session on one of Kenton’s stunning and un-spoilt beaches.   All the volunteers made full use of this opportunity and had a great time swimming in the Indian Ocean. On Friday night we were spoilt and treated to a delicious supper at one of the lodges. Socialising around the fire and chatting about the week’s experiences was a lovely end to our working week. On our itinerary left for the week is a night drive tonight. Who knows what we will see …. will keep you all updated!