• K9 First Aid Training For Ranger Handlers | South Africa

    Global Conservation Force is proud to once again partner with Ikhala Veterinary Clinic to deliver a full day of hands-on K9 First Aid training to anti-poaching K9 handlers from across the Eastern Cape, South Africa.

    Building on the success of previous courses, this training continues to empower the dedicated men and women who work daily to protect South Africa’s wildlife. These handlers, representing reserves such as Lalibela, Kariega, Amakhala, Bucklands, Addo National Park, Tanglewood, Kwandwe, and Great Fish River, work alongside highly trained dogs who track poachers, patrol rugged terrain, and face immense challenges in the field.

    Free
  • Brut’s Birthday Bash | GCF Booth

    Brut’s Birthday Bash — Featuring Global Conservation Force!
    Happy Birthday Brut! On April 19th, Global Conservation Force (GCF) will be onsite at Wilson Creek with a booth full of GCF merchandise and the newly launched GCF x War Dog Tactical K9 dog gear line—featuring working-grade harnesses, collars, and collapsible water bowls designed for active dogs.
    Throughout the day, GCF K9s Odin and Athena will run live demonstrations focused on public education and awareness, giving guests a chance to see real working dogs in action while learning about conservation K9s and their role in protecting wildlife and communities.

    Free
  • Tactical Emergency Casualty Care | South Africa

    Global Conservation Force offers a specialized opportunity for participants to develop advanced Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) skills through immersive, scenario-based training sessions in Africa. Led by our highly experienced Lead Field Medic, Chris Laursen, this program provides hands-on experience in medical response, stabilization, and emergency evacuation techniques tailored to high-stakes environments.

    $3000
  • EarthFest San Diego | GCF Booth

    Balboa Park

    Balboa Park Boulevard and Presidents Way LawnSan Diego, CA
    Saturday, April 25 • 11 AM - 5 PM
    Overview
    San Diego’s largest Earth Day festival, with 100+ exhibitors, entertainment, speakers, international foods, wellness classes, and kids zone.

    Free
  • Carlsbad Village Street Fair | GCF Booth

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    Join GCF at the upcoming Carlsbad Village Street Faire on Sunday, May 3, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM in Carlsbad Village.
    This iconic community event—organized by the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce—brings together hundreds of artisan booths, international food vendors, live entertainment, family activities, and a vibrant all-day street celebration that draws visitors from across Southern California.
    GCF will be on-site with a full merchandise booth featuring our latest releases alongside classic GCF apparel and gear. Every purchase directly supports our ongoing wildlife protection, conservation initiatives, and frontline ranger and K9 programs.

    Free
  • Wildlife Rehabilitation, Wildlife Monitoring, & Applied Conservation K9 for Endangered Species | Bangladesh

    This immersive 7 - 10 day professional development program in Bangladesh places participants directly into active endangered species conservation, combining wildlife rehabilitation, wildlife monitoring, and applied conservation K9 fieldwork. Working alongside Global Conservation Force instructors Mike Veale, Scent Imprint Conservation Dogs, Scott Trageser of The Biodiversity Group, and local partners Creative Conservation Alliance, attendees will gain hands-on experience in pangolin and tortoise tracking, camera trapping, DNA sampling, and rehabilitation clinic operations, building real, transferable field skills. With only two spots available, this program offers exceptional access, mentorship, and meaningful involvement in frontline conservation work under challenging tropical conditions. Designed for motivated individuals at any experience level, this is a rare opportunity to learn by doing, contribute directly to endangered species protection, and strengthen your foundation for a future in conservation.

    $2500
  • GCF Donor Meet & Greet with K9s Odin & Kesa

    United Methodist Church of Vista

    Global Conservation Force invites you, your family, and friends to join us for a special GCF Donor Meet & Greet featuring two of our working conservation K9s, Odin and Kesa.

    This family-friendly event combines hands-on fun, behind-the-scenes insight into GCF’s K9 conservation programs, and engaging demonstrations that showcase the real-world capabilities of working dogs used in conservation and anti-poaching efforts.

    Guests will enjoy food available for purchase as part of the day’s fundraising efforts, including burgers, hot dogs, chili, chips, and refreshing shaved ice. We’re also excited to welcome Parrs Mobile Mini Golf, offering a short, fun, family-friendly round of putt-putt golf for a small donation—perfect for kids and adults alike.

    Free – $15
  • Conservation Working Dog Seminar Day

    Join Mike Veale and Rita Santos for an immersive, one-day seminar focused on the real-world application of conservation K9s in wildlife protection, tracking operations, and counter wildlife trafficking.
    This specialized seminar brings together two critical operational disciplines used in the field:
    High-Risk Suspect Tracking & Trailing led by Mike Veale
    Endangered Species Scent Detection led by Rita Santos

    $150 – $300
  • Sumatra Ecotour

    Join Global Conservation Force on a once-in-a-lifetime journey to Sumatra, where we’ll explore wild orangutan habitats, soak in warm tropical waters, and trek through some of the last untouched rainforests on Earth.

    $4500
  • Safari West Presents! Global Conservation Force

    Safari West Elephant Room

    Safari West Presents! Global Conservation Force. Conservation Dinner Series: Mike Veale of Global Conservation Force joins us in the elephant room after dinner to give a talk about conservation in action. The conservation dinner series is complimentary to all dinner guests.

    Free