I have just returned from attending my second ‘game census’ trip with Ants Bush Homes in the malaria free Waterberg. The trip was 9 days and every day was different. It got off slowly as we helped to count the animals – all on horse-back taking you deep into the reserve. The horses are well trained and there is literally a horse to suite everyone and being on horse-back allows you to really get close to the animals. This year part of the census included an anti-poaching treatment to the rhino horns to make them unfit for human consumption & devalued as an effort to combat the rhino poaching. It was a privilege to be part of this and never did I think that the day would come that I could say that I helped to roll over a rhino!! During the week we also helped to capture sable antelope, eland, giraffe and buffalo. This is one of the few (if only) places that really allows clients to be able to experience hands on wildlife management, speak to the vet who explains what he is doing and help with whatever is needed. And its not all about hard work – you are spoilt too with great food, competent guides and a beautiful game reserve. One of the guests with me commented ‘I feel like I am in the middle of a wildlife documentary’ and that pretty much sums up what the week is about! I can highly recommend this to anyone who enjoys adventure, being outdoors and wanting an opportunity to be involved with some wildlife conservation without having had any formal training. Dates are already released for 2015 – from 31 May till 08 June and it is booking up fast so if you interested do drop us a line. I have already booked my room…
