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Comment on A career as a game ranger by Trailsafari

Trailsafari — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 10:23:35 +0000

A game ranger in the true sense of the word is someone who wants to be involved in nature conservation with particular reference to game/wild animals, you have two options distance learning or going to university, UNISA (http://www.unisa.ac.za/Default.asp?Cmd=ViewContent&ContentID=18557) or TUT are two of the tertiary education providers I can recommend (http://www.tut.ac.za/students/facultiesdepartments/science/departments/naturecon/Pages/default.aspx) Here you have the choice of applying your nature conservation studies in the direction you want to go.

Alternatively, we find a number of students wanting to get into the field as soon as possible and are thus embarking on a dual medium form of study by taking a FGASA level course (3months), whilst also studying through UNISA – this way, students are able to get into the field by taking game drives and learning about game reserves in general whilst furthering their studies, however, because of the amount of time and dedication field guides have to give their guests, it seems it takes a lot longer to complete their studies by working and studying at the same time.

This is a decision you will have to make. If you want advise on which FGASA accredit courses to take, please let us know and we’ll send through suitable information.

Comment on An African Wild cat by Trailsafari

Trailsafari — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 14:31:06 +0000

Hi Eliza & Gboye
I shall send you a few photgraphs, with pleasure!

Comment on A career as a game ranger by Trailsafari

Trailsafari — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 14:07:54 +0000

Hi Jayashree

Have you read John Varti’s blog http://www.jvbigcats.co.za, it will give you interesting facts about the reality of working with big cats in the Wild. In South Africa, there are also a few white lion projects that might help, but unless you want to join a research team, most other game reserve conserve all the animals not specifically big cats. Why not approach one of the South African Universities via your University – there are many Honours students who might need a hand?

I personally do not have any contact nor can recommend any trainers of Big Cats.

Thanks for the follow ~ all of the best…
Jennie

Comment on A career as a game ranger by Jayashree

Jayashree — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 12:30:16 +0000

Hi,
I’m from India. I’m presently pursuing my B.A. Honours in Education 3rd year and I’m NOT a Science Student. I want to be around BIG CATS either as a TRAINER or as a GAME RANGER.
My knowledge about these Animals’ behaviour patterns are confined to Documentaries & Books. I want to study further BUT there are certain Universities in USA that demand a Bachelors Degree on ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE, ZOOLOGY etc. I LOVE BIG CATS and have a dream to own an Educational Zoological Park.
Is there any way any of your expertise can HELP!!!
I’ll be thankful if you send me an e-mail.
I’m following u on Twitter also.
Regards.

Comment on An African Wild cat by Eliza

Eliza — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 16:50:15 +0000

Hi there,

Me and my husband also found an african wild cat kitten.. We were on our honeymoon to a wildlife resort, deep in the jungle surrounding Lagos, Nigeria.. The kitten was only 2-3 weeks old when we found him.. I had to feed him with a dropper and massage his belly each time after he’s eaten so he can ease himself!! Hes 7weeks now, he’s very friendly and thinks Im his mummy, all due to the fact that he was a baby when we found him. However he’s way to playful and bites a too much, hes all the time hunting and attacking us, hissing and sometimes spitting.. I think he might be a hybrid, although its too early to say and we need to see how he will grow. He’s got red ears and all other specific markings, but hes way to big for he’s age already! He loves nothing more than raw poultry.

It will be great if you can send me some pictures of your cat via email to see how he will grow up!
Cheers,

Eliza & Gboye Adeyemi

Comment on A career as a game ranger by Trailsafari

Trailsafari — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 09:27:25 +0000

Hi Joe

That’s wonderful! Congratulations and thank you for taking an interest in conservation and wildlife! I wish you well in your persuit – we need many more like minded people! When you say game ranger – are you wanting to actively play a role in conserving animals, or are you more interested in taking game drive and game walks and sharing your knowledge with others?

Comment on A career as a game ranger by joe davies

joe davies — Sun, 20 May 2012 18:30:50 +0000

hi i’m 17 years old , from England , United Kingdom. i have excellent GCSE’s however i do not study any science orientated subjects. although i do have a keen interest in conservation and wildlife. i would love to train as a game ranger in South Africa and i would be willing to work exceptionally hard. is there any advice someone of your expertise, might give me to persue this career? many thanks.

Comment on A career as a game ranger by Aidan Dooley

Aidan Dooley — Tue, 01 May 2012 16:30:29 +0000

HI there.
I am 16 and living in the United States. I was born in South Africa, moved to America when I was 13. I have loved the Bush since I was just an infant. I just want to know what cources I have to take in University, or if it is a better idea to take a gap year and go back to SA and study there? Oh I am only a sophomore (grade 10) in High school (college).
Any help is great! thanks.

Comment on A career as a game ranger by Trailsafari

Trailsafari — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 10:28:46 +0000

Hi Lara Lea

There are a number of courses avilable for you to take from 88 day courses to 6 month courses.
I’ll send you an e-mail with a little more information for you to think about..

Comment on A career as a game ranger by Lara Lea

Lara Lea — Sun, 18 Mar 2012 18:27:29 +0000

Hi there, I am also a matric student and I’ve been interested in animals my entire life..I have grown up loving the outdoors and starting to contemplate on the idea of going into this field. If I decide to take half a year as a “gap year” would I still be able to apply?

Kind regards.