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How to start a hiking group: five easy stepshttps://conservationmag.org/en/hiking/how-to-start-a-hiking-group-five-easy-steps

11 November 2019 Looking to start a local hiking group in your area and don't know where to start? These are the steps I took to bring together a group of casual hikers in my area. Please leave a note in the comments below if you found this article helpful. Looking to...

How to Plan and Execute an Unforgettable Kruger National Park Self-Drive Safari: A Comprehensive Guidehttps://conservationmag.org/en/places/embarking-on-a-kruger-national-park-self-drive-safari-a-comprehensive-guide

14 December 2023 Morning breaks, the morning call of the Cape turtle dove says, ‘Work harder, work harder’, reminds you that working is for other people; today, at least, you are on holiday. You are on safari in the Kruger National Park, South Africa’s majestic...

How to go on your own self-drive safari in South Africahttps://conservationmag.org/en/travel/all-you-need-to-know-about-how-to-embark-on-your-own-self-drive-safari-in-south-africa

18 March 2019 Did you know that you don’t need to go on an organised tour or game drive to go on safari in South Africa? The idea that you can drive around a reserve yourself spotting wildlife (including the big five!) is actually amazing. Everything you need to...

How AI And ML-Based Tools Help Combat Climate Change: EOSDA Casehttps://conservationmag.org/en/environment/how-ai-and-ml-based-tools-help-combat-climate-change-eosda-case

19 June 2024 Discover how EOS Data Analytics (EOSDA) leverages AI and ML to fight climate change through precise satellite imagery analytics for agriculture, forestry, and more. Learn about EOSDA Crop Monitoring, LandViewer, and custom projects, including soil...

How a South African Festival is Cultivating a Carbon-Negative Futurehttps://conservationmag.org/en/sustainable-lifestyle/how-a-south-african-festival-is-cultivating-a-carbon-negative-future

17 June 2025 What if the answer to the triple planetary crisis — climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss — came not from a boardroom, but a music festival? In Africa’s southernmost indigenous forests, we showed it’s possible. At Reforest Fest 2025,...

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19 February 2018 Kids Activities Explore Ecosystems with the Interactive Ecosystem Simulation Safari By Adriaan Buys Photography Canon EOS R10 Review: The Budget Powerhouse for Wildlife and Travel Photography By Clifford Roberts Hiking & Outdoor Climbing Broad Peak: No...

History of Wildlife Conservation: An Open Eyed Accounthttps://conservationmag.org/en/wildlife/an-open-eyed-history-of-wildlife-conservation

02 April 2021 Today’s conservationists are taxed with protecting the living embodiments of tens of millions of years of nature’s creation, and they face unprecedented challenges for doing so — from climate change and habitat destruction to pollution and...

Hiking the Otter Trail: A Day by Day Account of South Africa's Most Iconic Trailhttps://conservationmag.org/en/hiking/hiking-the-otter-trail-a-day-by-day-account-of-south-africa-s-most-iconic-trail

04 May 2021 This is an iconic trail that people book for years in advance and I can fully understand why. The Otter trail will quite literally and figuratively take your breath away. This is an iconic trail that people book for years in advance and I can fully...

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08 April 2019 Hiking: Exploring Nature, Health, and Adventure on the Trail Hiking is a popular outdoor activity that combines physical exercise with the opportunity to experience nature's beauty and serenity. Whether a casual walk through local parks or challenging...

Hanging with Orangutans and Walking with Elephants: Eco-Tourism in 2024https://conservationmag.org/en/travel/hanging-with-orangutans-and-walking-with-elephants-eco-tourism-in-2024

31 January 2024 In a world increasingly focused on sustainability, eco-tourism stands out as a way to explore the planet's beauty while actively contributing to its preservation. A 2020 study on the future of UN Sustainability Goals and Southeast Asian tourism...

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28 June 2024 Habitat: Protecting Ecosystems and Biodiversity for a Sustainable Future A habitat is the natural environment in which a species lives, grows, and thrives. It provides everything an organism needs to survive: food, water, shelter, and space. This...

Guide to setting up a Conservation Club or Junior Rangers Program at your kids schoolhttps://conservationmag.org/en/kids-activities/guide-to-setting-up-a-conservation-club-or-junior-rangers-program-at-your-kids-school

10 March 2019 Do you have that burning desire to do something to make a difference or give back? So did I, it all started with a trip to a local conservation area in Limpopo province just a short drive from Johannesburg in South Africa. Step by step guide with all...

Guardians of the Last Wild Places: The Critical Role of Forest Rangershttps://conservationmag.org/en/wildlife/guardians-of-the-last-wild-places-why-forest-security-rangers-are-essential-to-protecting-critically-endangered-orangutans-tigers-and-elephants

26 November 2025 Sumatra’s last remaining forests are among the most important conservation landscapes on Earth. They contain three of the world’s most iconic species, Sumatran orangutans, tigers and elephants. All listed as Critically Endangered and facing rapid...

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19 October 2019 Greta Thunberg: A Global Leader in Climate Change Advocacy and Environmental Activism Greta Thunberg, a Swedish climate activist, is a leading voice in the fight against climate change. She inspires millions globally with her candid messages and...

Green Cities Thrive: How Urban Nature Boosts Health and Communityhttps://conservationmag.org/en/component/content/article/green-cities-thrive-how-urban-nature-boosts-health-and-community?catid=65

09 June 2025 We may be modern urban dwellers, surrounded by concrete and steel, yet beneath our routines lies a deep-rooted need to connect with the natural world. This instinct, known as biophilia, describes “an instinctive human desire to connect to nature,” and...

Goodbye Golf Course Plans, Hello Private Game Reserve: The Remarkable Story of Qwabi Reservehttps://conservationmag.org/en/places/goodbye-golf-course-plans-hello-private-game-reserve-the-remarkable-story-of-qwabi-reserve

22 May 2024 Limpopo’s wilderness-rich Waterberg region was on the verge of getting a new residential golf estate and hotel development. Then, suddenly, things changed, and in 2010, the property was sold. What has arisen in its place is a leading conservation...

Galapagos Coffee: How Ecotourism and Conservation Blend for a Sustainable Futurehttps://conservationmag.org/en/environment/galapagos-coffee-how-ecotourism-and-conservation-blend-for-a-sustainable-future

06 September 2024 By Dr. Thomas S. Mullikin and Dr. Juan Carlos Valdivieso Coffee has satisfied families across the world for generations. Historical records of coffee drinking date back to the middle of the 15th century, and the roasting and brewing of coffee remain...

From "Gamification" to Data Science: Using Agent-Based Models to Teach Social-Ecological Systemshttps://conservationmag.org/en/magazine/from-gamification-to-data-science-using-agent-based-models-to-teach-social-ecological-systems

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03 April 2021 Freshwater: Protecting Water Resources and Ensuring Sustainable Management Freshwater resources are essential for life, supporting ecosystems, agriculture, and human needs. This section highlights the importance of freshwater conservation in...

Forget Building Hotels: In 'Eco-Empire', You Buy the Rainforesthttps://conservationmag.org/en/kids-activities/forget-building-hotels-in-eco-empire-you-buy-the-rainforest

27 November 2025 What if Monopoly wasn't about bankrupting your friends, but about saving the planet from bankruptcy? We all know the feeling of playing a city-building game like SimCity. You zone industrial areas, build skyscrapers, and watch your bank account grow....