"Students conducted vegetation surveys and biodiversity monitoring, assisted with wildlife transects, and participated in bird ringing, gaining hands-on experience with data collection methods that underpin conservation science."
"Joining rangers on snare patrols and observing K9 anti-poaching demonstrations offered insight into the ongoing threat of poaching, highlighting the physical demands and careful stewardship required to maintain fragile environments."
"At Manyoni Private Game Reserve, students witnessed a rhino dehorning procedure, a contested but widely used intervention aimed at deterring poachers, showcasing the complexities of conservation strategies."
"Equally central to the course is understanding the role of local communities in conservation success, emphasizing the need for collaboration between conservationists and local populations."
Nine students from the Columbia Climate School participated in the Ecosystem Restoration in South Africa course, collaborating with Wild Tomorrow to address conservation challenges. They worked at the Greater Ukuwela Nature Reserve, gaining practical experience in habitat management, human-wildlife conflict, and data collection methods. Activities included vegetation surveys, wildlife transects, and invasive species removal. The course emphasized the importance of local communities in conservation efforts, with students visiting nearby villages to understand their role in successful ecosystem management.
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