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There is no substitute for experiencing the wildlife in person in the vast open spaces of South Africa. It is a drama of many characters and stories playing out before our guests.

Posted onNovember 7, 2015March 31, 2020Researching a Safari

New Tree House Complete at Tree House Safari Lodge

My safari guests stay at my own Tree House lodge which I build myself. We are very proud to announce a new addition to  Our Lodge.  Our 4th tree house is complete and ready for guests.

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Posted onSeptember 13, 2015March 31, 2020The Safari Experience

My Favorite Moments from our 1st September Safari

Our guests have just returned home and I have spent some time sorting through all of the wonderful photos taken over the past 10 days.   As I sort through I am reminded of all the great moment so now is the best time to do this blog post of my favorite memories and photos

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Posted onMay 14, 2015March 30, 2020African Wildlife

Safari Story: Which Vulture Eats Last?

Vultures have a specific job to do  but to do it right takes specialization.  Species of vulture have evolved to specialize in the many jobs needed to process down a carcass.  Each vulture species has a different set of tools for different jobs.

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Posted onMay 1, 2015July 19, 2024Preparing for Safari

Which is the Best Season to Visit South Africa on Safari? May vs September

Since we host safaris in both April/May and September/October   we get asked frequently which is the best choice for a photo and wildlife safari .  The short answer is that they are both great times to visit South Africa and see wildlife.  Given this, there are differences which I will point out.

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Posted onOctober 10, 2014March 31, 2020The Safari Experience

Favorite Moments from my September Photo Safaris

I had a wonderful group of guests this year and together we had loads of fun and adventure.  I want to thank them for making this a very memorable safari season and I hope to travel with them again and keep in touch.   A special memory for me is safari guests who returned this year and said it was even better than last time!

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Posted onSeptember 2, 2014March 30, 2020African Wildlife

A Dinner Party in the Bushveld

When lions make a kill, many species show up for dinner invited or not. Each has an order and rank and they patiently wait their turn because not many are brave enough to take on a lion who is still eating.

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Posted onJuly 9, 2014March 31, 2020The Safari Experience

Best Moments from my Recent Safaris

Conditions were right for some really exceptional game viewing and it was indeed very memorable.  Here are some moments on safari that stood out for me.

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Posted onJune 3, 2014March 31, 2020African Wildlife

Being Young in the Bushveld: Photographing cubs in Sabi Sands Reserve

During my guided photo safari we have some very special encounters with young animals of all species

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Posted onJanuary 18, 2014March 30, 2020African Wildlife

A Photo Safari Story: Giraffe Battles

This safari story is a short incident of two fighting giraffes that are a very exciting and vivid memory for me.

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Posted onOctober 20, 2013March 31, 2020African Wildlife

Dung Beetles: Astronavigators and Climate Change Warriors

Fun to watch and fascinating, the dung beetle’s actions help prevent methane green house gas emission and they roll their balls fixing their positions to the sun and stars.

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