Bushwise

Jul 4, 20234 min read

Responsible Resource Use: Bushwise and the SAWC

“We all must be aware of, and take responsibility for, how we live and what we use.” — the Southern African Wildlife College Do you ever...

A Day in the Life of a Field Ranger: Safeguarding Nature

Bushwise

Jun 29, 20234 min read

A Day in the Life of a Field Ranger: Safeguarding Nature

When you’re a field ranger in South Africa, each day brings new challenges and rewarding experiences in the world of conservation. But...

From South Carolina to South Africa: One Big Adventure

Bushwise Student

Jun 20, 20233 min read

From South Carolina to South Africa: One Big Adventure

This blog was written by Ashton Thomas, during his turn as camp manager on the Bushwise Professional Field Guide course. My name is...

Explore the diverse biomes of South Africa

Bushwise Student

Jun 15, 20234 min read

Explore the diverse biomes of South Africa

This blog about South Africa’s biomes was researched and written by Bushwise Professional Field Guide student Ziphozonke Zwane. The...

Bushwise

Jun 8, 20233 min read

Reflections on the recent Bushwise class and their journey as Field Guides

This blog was written to the current graduating class of Bushwise field guides. It’s a farewell, good luck and see you again soon from...

From Buckingham Palace to Bushwise: My journey to becoming a field guide trainer

Bushwise Trainer

Jun 1, 20233 min read

From Buckingham Palace to Bushwise: My journey to becoming a field guide trainer

Welcome to the Bushwise team, Sophie Barrett! This blog was written by one of our newest trainers, who is based at our campus on the...

Yours in Conservation: A Story by Kutlwano Mahube

Bushwise Student

May 30, 20233 min read

Yours in Conservation: A Story by Kutlwano Mahube

This blog was written by Kutlwano Mahube, Bushwise Professional Field Guide student. 5 min read. How it all began From early as I can...

The Fascinating World of Acacia Trees: Diversity, Cultural Significance and Medicinal Uses

Bushwise Student

May 25, 20234 min read

The Fascinating World of Acacia Trees: Diversity, Cultural Significance and Medicinal Uses

This blog about acacia trees was written by Bushwise Professional Field Guide student Maddy Prior. As part of their training, each...

Annie DuPre

May 16, 20234 min read

Tracking lions: A print in the sand

A story about tracking lions with Bushwise students, by Annie DuPre. Read time: 4 min The vehicle slowed to a stop as James leaned over...

The Extraordinary Experience of Becoming a Qualified Field Guide

Bushwise Student

May 9, 20233 min read

The Extraordinary Experience of Becoming a Qualified Field Guide

This blog was written by Aedan Kuhl, Bushwise Professional Field Guide student. 4 min read As much as I hate using clichés, coming to...

Advanced Rifle Handling Training: My Experience at Bushwise

Bushwise Student

May 4, 20233 min read

Advanced Rifle Handling Training: My Experience at Bushwise

This blog about advanced rifle handling was written by Charlotte Nicolson, Bushwise Professional Field Guide student. After a demanding...

Why do a 6- or 12-month field guide course?

Bushwise

May 2, 20235 min read

Why do a 6- or 12-month field guide course?

We often hear this question from prospective students, “Which field guide course should I do?” At Bushwise we offer two core in-person...

Bushwise

May 2, 20235 min read

Why do a 60-day safari guide course?

We often hear the question from prospective students, “Which field guide course should I do?” At Bushwise we offer two core in-person...

Following in the footsteps of a matriarch

Bushwise Student

Apr 27, 20235 min read

Following in the footsteps of a matriarch

This blog was written by Molly Swan, Bushwise Professional Field Guide student. Autumn morning in the bushveld Venturing out on a...

Discover the Traditional Uses of Euclea: Magic Guarri and More

Bushwise Student

Apr 25, 20233 min read

Discover the Traditional Uses of Euclea: Magic Guarri and More

This blog about guarri plants was written by Bushwise Professional Field Guide student Bridget Malepe. As part of their training, each...

Bushwise Course Update: FGASA Exam, Botany Test and Passion for Wildlife

Bushwise Student

Apr 20, 20234 min read

Bushwise Course Update: FGASA Exam, Botany Test and Passion for Wildlife

This blog was written by Alizée Favrat, Bushwise Professional Field Guide student. Each week, students take turns as camp manager to...

The great giraffe debate: how many species are there really?

Bushwise Student

Apr 18, 20234 min read

The great giraffe debate: how many species are there really?

This blog about giraffes was written by Bushwise Professional Field Guide student Emily Cowling. As part of their training, each student...

An Exciting Week on Campus: From Baby Snakes to Rare Servals

Marketing Team

Apr 13, 20234 min read

An Exciting Week on Campus: From Baby Snakes to Rare Servals

This blog was written by Oscar Wehen, Bushwise Professional Field Guide student. Each week, students take turns as camp manager to...

Discovering the striped world of zebras: Facts about their adaptations, behaviour and ecology

Marketing Team

Apr 11, 20233 min read

Discovering the striped world of zebras: Facts about their adaptations, behaviour and ecology

This blog about zebras was written by Bushwise Professional Field Guide student Thato Kgosi. As part of their training, each student...

A Long Time Coming: My move from the UK to South Africa

Bushwise Student

Apr 6, 20234 min read

A Long Time Coming: My move from the UK to South Africa

This blog was written by UK student Alex Denney, on our Bushwise Professional Field Guide course. Each week, Bushwise students take turns...

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