SAVSIM CIC today leaves on a 2 week Ranger Training exercise into the UmPhafa Nature Reserve in Kwa Zulu-Natal, South Africa.
The reserve is run by the inspirational Game Reserve Manager and Veteran, Anthony Smith .
The team of Veterans are led by SAVSIM CIC Patron Alan Ives, former Anglian Regiment and will be providing a comprehensive training and support program, with discussions over Ranger mental health and support , but includes the following core needs.
Security Training
Poached animal protocol
Sighting cards
Location / mapping
Communication / understanding / radio and phone
Planning
what is happening now or what has happened that we need to respond to
Listening and watching (OP)
Safety (my safety and theirs) –
Is it night or day (what can I see)
Are they armed and with what
How many people near and far
Are there dogs that could attack you
Safety
Team leadership
Intercept /ambush/ visible policing)
Driver Training
Serviceable and vehicle familiarity
Animals have the right of way – etiquette
Speed – local speed restrictions/ environment /emergency safe speeds
Gears – correct gear for correct drive
Wheel paths
Driving in ruts
Driving in the wet
Driving in the mud
Driving over rocks
What will they expect?
Well Anthony Smith kindly sent the Team a photo of one of their neighbours for the next two weeks.
Without our generous donors and sponsors, those who attend our events and not forgetting Mitch Hutchcraft who is currently getting close to Phase 3, Mount Everest of his epic fundraiser, we couldn't support the Reserves and Zoological Societies on their journey to prevent wildlife crime.
Thank you!
-Joe Giordano, Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder.
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