The animals that we've known and loved since childhood are in danger. Many species of Africa's most famous wildlife are starting the make the endangered list, with only humans to blame. Can you image a world without stories of lions and elephants? These beautiful creatures are being hunted and systematically destroyed by poachers. These illegal hunters' methods have become so fierce and organized that reservations are having to protect themselves with near military-like forces.
Okavango sits on an open savanna in Botswana, Africa. It was opened back in the 80's as a wildlife reservation and sanctuary. Since then, their mission has stayed the same: protect South Africa's diverse fauna. They have run for many years off of government funds and donations, and now, they are opening their doors for a new program. Young zoologist majors from around the world are being invited to come for the summer and shadow experts and specialists of their field. The collage students are chosen by an essay and project contest. The top ten winners are flown to Okavango and put up for two whole months to study and experience the animals they have only seen at zoos and museums.
The intentions of this program is to teach the newer generations the importance of conservation. But while this sanctuary may seem like heaven, our young students may just be thrust into a warzone. Will they be able to fend off the money hungry poachers?
Okavango sits on an open savanna in Botswana, Africa. It was opened back in the 80's as a wildlife reservation and sanctuary. Since then, their mission has stayed the same: protect South Africa's diverse fauna. They have run for many years off of government funds and donations, and now, they are opening their doors for a new program. Young zoologist majors from around the world are being invited to come for the summer and shadow experts and specialists of their field. The collage students are chosen by an essay and project contest. The top ten winners are flown to Okavango and put up for two whole months to study and experience the animals they have only seen at zoos and museums.
The intentions of this program is to teach the newer generations the importance of conservation. But while this sanctuary may seem like heaven, our young students may just be thrust into a warzone. Will they be able to fend off the money hungry poachers?
The Okavango Reservation covers over 950 square miles. Maintaining the fencing alone requires a full time staff. One can imagine the cost that goes into a park such as this. It boasts a state of the art veterinary clinic and recovery program. Injured wildlife from all over the park, and even some from outside, are brought in for treatment. The goal is always re-release, but if the animal is unable to be freed, then they may be kept inside small habitats near the park's headquarters.
The park has five separate stations across it's territory: The Orchid, The Heron, The Arrow, The Flame, and The Pearl. Each station is equipped with a vet clinic, a full staff, and full equipment. The Orchid is the main headquarters, where the students will be spending most of their time.
Locations within the park:
Abeo River
A river that runs through the south end of the park. It's a popular watering spot for the park's resident elephant herd. This also makes it a hot spot for poachers.
Mount Mosi
A scenic, white capped mountain that watches over the Savannah. It's a popular tourist destination. About twice a year, the park hosts a guided tour to the top as a fundraiser.
Gahiji Plateau
A large, table top mountain near the western border of the park. It's a sight that one of the park's lion prides frequents.
The park has five separate stations across it's territory: The Orchid, The Heron, The Arrow, The Flame, and The Pearl. Each station is equipped with a vet clinic, a full staff, and full equipment. The Orchid is the main headquarters, where the students will be spending most of their time.
Locations within the park:
Abeo River
A river that runs through the south end of the park. It's a popular watering spot for the park's resident elephant herd. This also makes it a hot spot for poachers.
Mount Mosi
A scenic, white capped mountain that watches over the Savannah. It's a popular tourist destination. About twice a year, the park hosts a guided tour to the top as a fundraiser.
Gahiji Plateau
A large, table top mountain near the western border of the park. It's a sight that one of the park's lion prides frequents.
In the near future, a company funded by an eccentric millionaire and crowd donations, a new initiative has sprung to life to help fight the increasingly aggressive poaching gangs. Called the Big five Initiative, this program utilizes high tech animal androids to accompany rangers and park staff into the field. Since the initiative began last year, there have been fewer casualties due to poachers, both animal and human.
These androids are each designed with specific functions and purposes. They are very expensive, so many parks can only afford one set of five. Okavango currently has one complete set.
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