Category Volunteer Programs

30 Apr

April Impact Recap – 63 Rangers Trained Across the Eastern Cape

April was a month of serious impact for Global Conservation Force and our partner reserves in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. With the support of our incredible donors, we successfully completed a sponsored Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) training tour, reaching 63 rangers across Kariega, Lalibela, Bucklands, Shamwari, and Amakhala.

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25 Mar

Sponsor a Future Guardian of Wildlife

At Global Conservation Force (GCF), we are committed to equipping the next generation of rangers with the skills, training, and gear they need to protect some of the world’s most endangered wildlife. Thanks to a generous grant from the United Methodist Church in Vista, we have secured the base costs for our instructors and the community-selected recruits participating in this year’s Annual Ranger Training Course in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. However, additional funding is still needed to ensure these recruits complete their training fully prepared.

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11 Mar

How To Become A Ranger

The path to becoming a wildlife ranger, anti-poaching ranger, or field ranger is both rewarding and demanding. It requires dedication, physical fitness, and a deep respect for wildlife and conservation. Whether you are looking to protect rhinos from poachers, patrol reserves for illegal activities, or work alongside K9 teams in wildlife protection, there are many avenues to enter the field. At Global Conservation Force (GCF), we are committed to preparing the next generation of wildlife protectors through rigorous training programs designed for real-world conservation challenges.

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3 Mar

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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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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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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