Meet the Cheetah at HESC – Max

3rd April 2012Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre

If you were to ask anyone who has been to Hoedspruit endangered species centre who their favourite cheetah is, the name Max would pop up most frequently. This purring Picasso has definitely captured the hearts of visitors, students and staff alike. At the tender age of three months, Max embarked on his career as a professional artist. His brightly coloured. . .

Meet the team at HESC – Ilana Mohoney

22nd March 2012Hoedspruit Endangered Species CentreVolunteer Coordinator Updates

Before Ilana joined the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre team, she was really active in the tourism industry. She worked as a guide on two reserves – Lalibela in. . .

Work With Animals on a Rehabilitation Centre in Africa.

13th March 2012Gap Africa Articles

If you are a true animal lover and are thinking of heading off on a Gap Year or Career Break then participating as a volunteer on an African. . .

Introducing the Lure Machine at Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre

8th March 2012Hoedspruit Endangered Species CentreWildlife Conservation

It was a very exciting day at Hoesdpruit Endangered Species Centre yesterday! They tested a new toy. Aptly named “The Lure Machine”, this simple device (literally just a. . .

Kind Donations at HESC

6th March 2012Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre

“There is more treasure in books than in all the pirate’s loot on Treasure Island.” – Walt Disney Heather and Jimmy Giannoccaro have done it again! This time,. . .