{"id":10828,"date":"2019-04-27T07:19:28","date_gmt":"2019-04-27T07:19:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.isibindi.co.za\/?p=10828"},"modified":"2023-04-03T07:45:13","modified_gmt":"2023-04-03T05:45:13","slug":"contributing-to-conservation-is-easier-than-you-imagined","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/isibindifoundation.org\/2019\/04\/27\/contributing-to-conservation-is-easier-than-you-imagined\/","title":{"rendered":"Contributing to conservation is easier than you imagined"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

By Kylee Ryers<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The late Miriam Makeba<\/a>, who was also affectionately known as \u2018Mama Africa\u2019 once said: \u201cAfrica has her mysteries and even a wise person cannot understand them. But a wise person respects them.\u201d Apart from being one of the most culturally diverse countries in the world, South Africa also boasts some of the most spectacular natural scenery and wildlife populations imaginable. Unfortunately, much of the South African natural environment is being impaired by urban and commercial development, poachers, and pollution. While some conservation efforts are being made by the national and local governments, it is, for the most part, up to benevolent individuals to try and protect and heal Mother Nature<\/a>. Luckily there are countless ways, such as the following, in which tourists and locals alike can get involved in boosting conservation efforts in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wild dog, image by Berenice Meintjes<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Volunteer\nat a wildlife rehabilitation center<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Working in an emerging country<\/a> such\nas South Africa will undoubtedly be very rewarding. If you love nature,\nconsider seeking out one of the rehabilitation centres situated across the\ncountry that are always on the lookout for volunteers to help them in their crusade\nto offer protection to the country\u2019s precious wildlife.  The Centre for\nRehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) is wholly dedicated to the rehabilitation\nand release of indigenous wildlife<\/a> that calls\nKwazulu Natal home.  International volunteers at CROW and will be actively\ninvolved in the day-to-day care of orphaned and injured animals and will also\nassist in rescues and releases, both of which are vital yet emotional operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\ndecreasing bird population is of great concern<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If\nyour passion lies with birds, consider spending time at SANCCOB who has two\ncenters in South Africa \u2013 one in Cape Town and one in Port Elizabeth. This\nconservation organisation aims to address the drastic decline of bird populations<\/a> along\nthe coastline. Volunteers are of great importance to the organisation and can\nexpect to assist in not only the cleaning and feeding of affected birds but the\nleading of educational tours and fundraising efforts as well. Kosi Forest\nLodge, in the far North of KwaZulu-Natal is set within one of the most pristine\nenvironments for birds, including bush, grassland, coastal and riverine birds.\nThe importance of such protected natural areas cannot be under-estimated for\npreserving biodiversity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Support\nresponsible destinations<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As\nmuch as tourism boosts the local economy, the development of hotels, lodges,\nand other attractions typically leave its mark on the environment. You can\nnegate this by putting careful thought into your choice of accommodation when\nvisiting the country. Where possible, only seek out accommodation that not only\ncelebrates the biodiversity and rich heritage of an area, but also embraces\nfair trade tourism.  Among the plethora of destinations to consider is\nthe Kosi Forest Lodge in theiSimangaliso Park in KwaZulu-Natal,\nthe Thonga Beach Lodge on the Maputaland Coast, and the Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge in the Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park on the\nKwaZulu-Natal North coast. Each of these lodges takes great responsibility for\nthe environment as well as contributing significantly to the local communities.\nFor example, all the lodges are co-owned by local communities and the newly launched\nIsibindi Foundation was developed by local guides to encourage greater\nconservation interest from local schools and communities.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If\nyou can\u2019t volunteer, consider donating money<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If\nthere is one most conservation ventures in the country have in common it is a\ndesperate need for financial backing.  Ashia Cheetah Conservation is just one of many organizations in the country that do not\nreceive any government funding. They rely on support from the public to enable\nthem to continue their projects that aim to conserve the cheetah species.\n All money donated to Ashia goes towards the upkeep of their enclosures,\ncheetah vaccinations, various vet bills, and the funding of their Cheetah\nRelease Program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Donate\nto a cause close to your heart<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ashia\nis not the only conservation project that would be extremely appreciative of a\ndonation. Other worthy charities to donate to include the Endangered Wildlife Trust, TUSK, Freeme Wildlife Rehabilitation,\nthe Lajuma Research Centre, the Isibindi Foundation and the African\nWildlife Foundation.  All these, and many other, conservation-centric\ncharities have very informative websites to peruse before you part with any\nmoney and also welcome contributors to pay them a visit at their various\nlocations across the country to gain first-hand experience of the wonderful\nconservation work they do.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Miles of pristine nature, photographed by Teagan Cunniffe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Throwing\nyour weight behind a conservation project is very noble. Not only will you\nactively contribute towards saving the environment, but you may also be able to\nbecome better acquainted with some of the most intriguing animal and bird\nspecies in the entire world.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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