The Fisher Foundation hosted a conservation education camp that will forever remain in the memories of the children of the Mthekwini community in northern KwaZulu-Natal. In collaboration with African Insight Academy, the Grade 7 learners experienced a three-day camp at the Pongola Game Reserve adjacent to Lake Jozini.
The Fisher Foundation hosted a conservation education camp that will forever remain in the memories of the children of the Mthekwini community in northern KwaZulu-Natal. In collaboration with African Insight Academy, the Grade 7 learners experienced a three-day camp at the Pongola Game Reserve adjacent to Lake Jozini.
This experiential learning opportunity falls in line with the foundation’s overall goals and objectives that have been mapped out to raise conservation awareness amongst the youth living alongside our protected wildlife areas. Conservation of natural resources and landscapes is no longer a luxury: our children’s future depends on it.
This experiential learning opportunity falls in line with the foundation’s overall goals and objectives that have been mapped out to raise conservation awareness amongst the youth living alongside our protected wildlife areas. Conservation of natural resources and landscapes is no longer a luxury: our children’s future depends on it.
The young students were introduced to a basic understanding of the terrestrial and riparian ecosystems and the wildlife that depends on them. They learned about food webs, trophic levels, the importance of biodiversity, and the conservation of endangered species.
A highlight of the camp was a boat trip on Lake Jozini. This was a first for the students and their teachers, so close-up viewing of animals such as crocodiles and hippos that inhabit the lake and its shorelines was hugely inspiring and exciting.
The young students were introduced to a basic understanding of the terrestrial and riparian ecosystems and the wildlife that depends on them. They learned about food webs, trophic levels, the importance of biodiversity, and the conservation of endangered species.
A highlight of the camp was a boat trip on Lake Jozini. This was a first for the students and their teachers, so close-up viewing of animals such as crocodiles and hippos that inhabit the lake and its shorelines was hugely inspiring and exciting.
Throughout the camp, the educators emphasized the importance of conserving landscapes and saving our endangered wildlife and their habitats so that future generations can enjoy our natural heritage. Finally, each student had an opportunity to present what they had learned to their peers, and a certificate handover listing the subjects covered was a proud moment for all.
The Richard Fisher Foundation is a registered NPC in South Africa: ‘2022/546868/08’
Registered with the Dept. of Social Development as a Non-Profit Organization: 281-660 NPO
