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Ulovane adapts like the chameleons they are!
ULOVANE is Xhosa for CHAMELEON. The name “Chameleon” comes from the word “khamai “on the ground” + chthon “earth” + leon “lion”. The Eastern Cape Dwarf Chameleon (Bradypodion ventrale) depicted on the Ulovane Environmental Training logo truly represents the exceptional training and contribution Ulovane has made to the guiding industry. Like [...]
Snake bite safety and treatment – for the non-experts
We recently received a fantastic article and snake bite cheat sheet from one of our good friends, Nick Van Der Walt, the Training and Development Manager for Access Professional Development. Nick has over 18 years' worth of pre-hospital emergency care and holds a bachelor's degree in emergency medical care and [...]
Julie Bryden: mom, SKS DG guide, and student of nature
In 2009 when I started leading wilderness and backpacking trails across the diverse landscapes of the Kruger national park, I found a truth. It was that the strength of my spirit is defined by how much time I spend in the presence of true wilderness, not just a place of [...]
Noelle van Muiden: my journey to become an SKS DG Guide
Achieving the Special Knowledge and Skill Dangerous Game (SKS DG) Qualification was important for me as a walking guide because it shows a skill level and dedication to your craft that is unparalleled. It means you have entered a space within yourself of calm, confidence and understanding. Walking is the truest [...]
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