Category Volunteer Programs

6 Jan

Best Practices for Wildlife Veterinary Procedures

Wildlife capture and veterinary procedures are highly technical operations that involve a coordinated effort between various teams such as rangers, biologists, ecologists, and veterinarians. These operations are vital for research, conservation, and relocation efforts. However, they can be stressful for the animal and dangerous for humans if not executed properly. In this blog, we will share the best ethical and professional practices to adhere to for your safety, the safety of the animal, and ultimately the best outcome for the all involved.

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5 Jan

2025 Global Conservation Force Training Courses

Global Conservation Force (GCF) is excited to announce a series of immersive, hands-on conservation training courses for 2025! Designed to provide participants with critical skills and education, these programs offer a unique opportunity to contribute directly to wildlife protection efforts while experiencing the diverse beauty of South Africa.

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26 Dec

Join the Fight Against Wildlife Poaching: Snare Patrol Training with Global Conservation Force

Snares are among the deadliest threats to wildlife across the globe, silently and indiscriminately capturing and killing animals. These simple yet devastating traps take a heavy toll on wildlife populations, and their removal requires constant effort and vigilance. That’s why Global Conservation Force (GCF) is stepping up the fight against this silent killer, and you can join us.

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26 Dec

Meet Instructor Dylan

Wildlife conservation is important to me because I want our world to be filled with thriving life. I don’t want to live in a world where most of the species I grew up with are extinct, and I can only see them in museums. My personal philosophy is that we are custodians of this world, and it is our responsibility to care for it.

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23 Aug

The Ultimate Travel Checklist for an Unforgettable Trip to South Africa

Planning a trip to the stunning and diverse landscapes of South Africa? Whether you’re a first-time traveler or a seasoned explorer eager to venture out on your own, this expertly […]

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28 Jun

A New Generation Of Anti Poaching Rangers Have Hit The Ground Running!

Give the recruits a round of applause, they are now anti poaching rangers! After a grueling course they’ve taken their final exams and field assessments.  Each anti poaching ranger recruit […]

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20 Jun

Another Sponsored Rhino Veterinary Procedure In The Books!

We are happy to share that we sponsored another important rhino veterinary procedure with @williamfowlds . This procedure served multiple proactive conservation and wildlife protection efforts for rhinos in the […]

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10 Feb

GCF Partners with Nova Conservation To Offer Volunteer and Professional Development Programs

Global Conservation Force hosts three primary Professional Development courses for volunteers to build legitimate field and conservation experience. We are happy to announce that we are partnering with Nova Conservation […]

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8 Dec

Conservation Volunteer Programs 2021

Are you looking to make your next adventure conservation focused? Perhaps you are looking to grow in your professional experience and development. Maybe you want to travel with purpose and […]

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19 Nov

Anti Poaching Volunteer Program

Join the Fight Against Poaching: Become a Wildlife Guardian   Global Conservation Force (GCF) is proud to offer an exciting new volunteer opportunity in South Africa. Through the Wildlife Guardian […]

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