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Raptor Identification Course

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Raptor Identification Course

Join leading Limpopo Province ornithologist Joe Grosel on an exciting three three-day course which introduces participants to a practical identification system whereby the entire region’s raptor species can be recognized. Apart from the identification aspect, interesting subjects relating to the life histories and ecology of each species is also covered.

The course will take place in the Olifants Camp in the Kruger National Park which due to its locality and elevated position offers some of the best raptor viewing on the continent. Activities for the weekend will include morning and afternoon bird and game spotting drives on open game viewing vehicles in the company of Joe Grosel and Park Rangers.

The cost of this exciting Raptor Identification course is R1850.00* per person. The price includes, tuition, all birding activities and outings, teas and lunches as well as stationery, literature and a full colour raptor identification manual. *Excludes park entrance, conservation fees & accommodation.

Accommodation in 3 bed bungalows has been pre-booked at R795 per person sharing or R1590 per couple for 3 nights.

Participation on the course is restricted to 16 people. Non participating partners will be welcome to accompany the outings subject to availability. All proceeds from the weekend will be for the Honorary Rangers Environmental Fund and Birdlife SA .

For more information or a full itinerary please contact Charles Hardy.
e-mail:charles.hardy@bmwdealer.co.za  or   charlois@mweb.co.za  or  Cell 083 457 1721.

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