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Working Holidays / Student
gap year for individuals / families
in a wildlife conservation project on a game reserve in South Africa |
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Modgaji Conservation Projects Vision:
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To develop marginal farmlands to Game
Reserves which will allow for the release of endemic species of
wildlife, and the protection of flora, and fauna.
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To develop and acquire land for conservation,
to enable breeding of Cheetah, leopard and other endangered
wildlife creating a population of free roaming game so their
offspring can be relocated to other reserves living under
natural conditions.
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To benefit communities through conservation
and tourism.
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About Us:
Will and Sharon van Duyn have been actively dedicated to conservation since 1989. Having been involved in the establishment of several game reserves around South Africa, and the re-introduction of many animal species back into their natural habitat, their commitment to conserve nature continues into this exciting project.
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Meet the Team:
Jacques Botha
Born on the south coast of KwaZulu-Natal, I had my first cheetah experience at the age of 10. Outdoors and nature has always been a part of my family, and it was no surprise to me that I wanted to become a game ranger or anything to do with conserving wildlife and its natural habitat.
After working in mechanical and structural engineering I decided to follow my dreams. Soon after my ranger studies, I met with Sharon and began working for her as a game ranger. Now I’m living my dream!!! Working in the field, working with volunteers, enjoying nature and taking care of cheetahs and all other sorts of wildlife.
My only dream now is to see this project to the end of my days and hopefully it becomes a national reserve.
Yuko Iehara
Born in Osaka, Japan. I worked as business analyst at a bank for 20 years in Japan and the U.K. I took a sabbatical leave from work and volunteered at Modgaji project for 10 months in 2008. I fell in love with all the cats in the reserve, especially the cheetahs, and had an amazing wildlife experience. Living with wild animals in Africa was my childhood dream every since I watched the “Born Free” film. Thanks to Will and Sharon, my dream has come true. Now I’m back to continue working for Modgaji and I’m happiest ever in my whole life!
Alessandra Benton
Born in California, USA. I grew up the daughter of a dance teacher but I always had an affinity for nature and conservation. I decided to travel to Africa when I turned eighteen to follow my dreams. On arrival in Africa I studied for my level 1 and 2 FGASA Field Guide Association of South Africa). After passing my exams and completing my practical with the Project, I continued working for Will, Sharon and with the cats for about two and a half years. I am currently studying at Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University while still staying involved with the Project, taking groups up from the University.
The Modgaji project has been working with a number of world renowned conservation bodies.
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