Ways to get involved in nature conservationWays to get involved in nature conservation
Main image: Ron Lach, Pexels. Did you only realise late in life that you have a passion for conservation, and would love to make a difference? Or perhaps you feel
Category: Conservation
Kgalagadi sightings – when a predator becomes preyKgalagadi sightings – when a predator becomes prey
Imagine going on a leisurely drive in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in South Africa’s Northern Cape Province, only to witness a killer Kgalagadi sighting, that of a predator removing another predator from
Taming the bull not just a walk in the parkTaming the bull not just a walk in the park
When I got asked by a friend whether I would like to join her on the Lonely Bull Trail in the Kruger National Park, there was not much thinking to
Namaqua spring flower season: report and latest updatesNamaqua spring flower season: report and latest updates
Get our 2025 updates here Disclaimer: Although this article was written in 2021 and contains some time-bound information, it also contains useful tips for viewing flowers during the Namaqua flower
Why visit the Golden Gate Highlands National Park?Why visit the Golden Gate Highlands National Park?
Mountainous scenery and vast open spaces as far as the eye can see, soaring vultures, and plenty of space for the active traveller – these are just a few things
Are spiders in South Africa dangerous? The truth about spider bitesAre spiders in South Africa dangerous? The truth about spider bites
Do you have arachnophobia, especially when you spot a spider in your South African home? Many people worry that a random spider is venomous and ready to bite. But in
What you need to know about wildlife in summerWhat you need to know about wildlife in summer
If you visit the bush often, you might return with interesting stories. One of my stories: the time a wild animal got stuck under my car in the Camdeboo National
Ultimate reasons to visit Mountain Zebra National ParkUltimate reasons to visit Mountain Zebra National Park
It is not hard to believe there are places of such beauty and tranquillity hidden so close to a small town in the heart of the Karoo. Just a stone’s
Reasons to visit the Marakele National ParkReasons to visit the Marakele National Park
From the top of Lenong Viewpoint, you may spot soaring Cape vultures and take in some of the most spectacular panoramic scenery of the surroundings. It is an ideal spot
Lightning safety tips: How to stay safe during a stormLightning safety tips: How to stay safe during a storm
Never ignore the rumble of thunder. Lightning is one of nature’s most unpredictable forces. While only about 10% of people struck by lightning die, the majority live with lasting disabilities.