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Nyati Conservation Corps

Africa Wildlife Management

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Location
- Multi-Country: Locations in Africa

Term
Throughout the year, Fall, Spring, Summer, Trimester

Program Duration
2-4 weeks, 3-6 months (includes high school academic semester abroad), 5-8 weeks, 7-12 months (includes high school academic year abroad), 9-12 weeks

Typical Duration of Program
9-12 weeks

Dates
Programs start in May

  • Description

    The participant will have the opportunity to experience first hand what it takes to operate a private game reserve in Africa. Our next program will be starting in May, 2012. The time period for the program is 10-12 weeks but will discuss with potential candidate if dates and time period are a problem.

    Nyati Conservation Corps (NCC) is a non profit organization based in Texas that focuses on providing an opportunity to experience Africa wildlife management at the grass-roots level. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

  • Highlights

    - Game Capture
    - Wilderness Survival Skills
    - Local Cultures, Language Skills
    - Wildlife Management Ethics and Responsibilities
    - Opportunity for Independent Study and Travel
    - Game Ranch Management Studies
    - Outreach Opportunity
    - Case Studies and Real Life Implementation of Skills Learned

  • Qualifications

    Strong interest in field work and African wildlife

  • Minimum Education

    High School

  • Intern Types

    • Animal Sciences
    • Biology(General)
    • Zoology & Wildlife Sciences
    • Environmental Management
    • Environmental Studies
    • Field-Study
    • Hotel/Restaurant/Hospitality
    • Journalism
    • Ranch Employment
    • Photography
    • Tourism
    • Media (Radio, TV, & Film)

  • Languages

    • English

  • Cost in US$:

    Inquire for details.

  • Cost Includes:

    • Food
    • Housing
    • In-country orientation/Training
    • In-country staff support

  • Credit Available

    yes

  • Experience Required

    no

  • Volunteer Types

    • Academic Reinforcement
    • Animal Welfare
    • Conservation
    • Eco-tourism
    • Environment
    • Equestrian
    • Fixing Fences
    • Grassroots Organization
    • Ground Patrol
    • Indigenous Issues
    • Journalism
    • Natural Resources
    • Organic Farming
    • Parks
    • Recreation
    • Reforestation
    • Restoration
    • Tourism
    • Trail Building
    • Tree Planting
    • Veterinary
    • Volunteering
    • Wildlife Surveying

  • Typical Volunteer

    Strong interest in field work and Africa

  • This Program is open to

    Worldwide Participants.

  • Typical Living Arrangements

    • Guest House
    • Home-stays
    • Independent living
    • Other

  • Participants Travel

    Independently or in Groups

  • Scholarships are Available

  • Application Process Involves

    • Phone/Video Interview
    • Physical Exam/Health Records
    • Written Application

  • Typically The Application Process Time is

    10-12 weeks

  • Post Services Include

    • Alumni Network
    • Job and Internship Network

  • Nyati Conservation Corps's Mission Statement

    To support the development of both quality and quantity of wildlife populations throughout Africa. To support the improvements of Africa's wildlife and its habitat through responsible management and legislation. To promote ethical and sustainable wildlife management practices through the sharing of experience, knowledge and technology.

  • Year Founded

    2009

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