Tag Mike Veale

13 Apr

“Wildlife Conservation In Action” | Experience

Previously named: Wildlife Game Capture and Relocation Program This immersive program delivers hands-on training in wildlife darting, relocation, and applied in situ conservation management, taught by experienced wildlife veterinarians and seasoned conservation professionals. Participants gain a full understanding of wildlife operations—how, when, and why animals are darted, how conservation decisions are made, and how veterinary-led plans are safely executed in the field. All darting activities are conducted strictly for legitimate conservation or veterinary medical rescue purposes. The experience includes multiple animal darlings, helicopter-based wildlife operations, daily photo-safari game drives, comfortable lodging, delicious meals, and airport transfers—creating a seamless, all-inclusive learning adventure that blends serious conservation training with unforgettable time in the field. All food, accommodations, and airport transfers are included. Each day will also include at least one game drive for wildlife observation and learning opportunities in the field.

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23 Feb

Coffee & Conservation: Rita Santas on Conservation K9s, Dogs for Nature, and Building Capacity in the Field

In the latest episode of Coffee & Conservation, Mike sits down with Rita Santas, conservation K9 handler and founder-owner of Dogs for Nature in Portugal, to talk about her journey into working dogs for conservation, the realities of deploying K9 teams in the field, and the changes needed to strengthen conservation and wildlife protection globally.

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3 Feb

Safari West Presents! Global Conservation Force

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.

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23 Jan

SCISCENT Conference | Mike Veale – Noses on the Frontline: Detection Dogs in the Fight Against Wildlife Crime

Detection dogs are becoming one of the most powerful tools in the global fight against wildlife crime—and they are quite literally on the frontlines. In this eye-opening and experience-driven talk, conservationist and anti-poaching expert Mike Veale explores the critical role detection and protection K9s play in safeguarding endangered species and disrupting wildlife trafficking networks. Drawing from real-world field operations across Africa and beyond, Mike shares how highly trained K9 teams are deployed to detect ivory, rhino horn, illegal firearms, snares, and other wildlife-crime indicators in complex, high-risk environments.

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8 Jan

Live Lecture: Conservation & Anti-Poaching Dogs in Action

On Saturday, January 17, Scent Imprint Conservation Dogs, Global Conservation Force, and Farm Food B.V. will jointly host an inspiring live lecture focused on the vital role of conservation and anti-poaching dogs in international wildlife protection efforts. Wesley and Mike will take attendees inside their work as instructors and project leaders operating in conservation and anti-poaching programs around the world. They will share firsthand field experience, provide insight into their missions, projects, and objectives, and demonstrate how dogs are operationally deployed in the fight against poaching and wildlife crime. The lecture will be supported by authentic field footage from active project sites.

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29 Dec

Coffee & Conservation: A Conversation with Anna Dimitriadis Airing December 31st

This week on Coffee & Conservation, we go beyond the written introduction and sit down with Anna Dimitriadis, GCF’s newest Conservation Ambassador, for a candid, behind-the-scenes conversation. You may have already read Anna’s story on our blog — but in this episode, you’ll hear the voice behind the work: the formative moments, unexpected lessons from the field, and the personal reflections that don’t always make it into print.

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19 Dec

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.

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17 Dec

Coffee & Conservation: A Conversation from the Frontlines with Sophie Bland

This week on Coffee & Conservation, we’re continuing our Women in Conservation series with an episode grounded in firsthand field experience, storytelling, and the realities of frontline wildlife protection. For this episode, we’re joined by Sophie Bland, a wildlife conservationist, photographer, former zookeeper, trained field guide, rhino rehabber, and one of Global Conservation Force’s newest Field Journalists.

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13 Sep

World Rhino Day 2025

Every year on September 22nd, World Rhino Day reminds us of both the beauty and vulnerability of one of the planet’s most iconic species—the rhinoceros. These incredible animals, which have roamed our earth for over 50 million years, face unprecedented threats today. Their survival depends on the actions we take together. Rhinos are more than just magnificent giants. They are keystone species, meaning their presence is vital for maintaining the balance of their ecosystems. By grazing and shaping vegetation, they help create habitats for countless other animals and plants. Their survival is tied to the health of the savannas and forests they inhabit—ecosystems that support biodiversity, clean air, fresh water, and local communities. Yet, despite their ecological importance, rhinos continue to be driven toward extinction.

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30 Aug

Into the Wild: KZN, South Africa Ecotour

Join Global Conservation Force (GCF) for a 7-day, 6-night all-inclusive ecotour in South Africa’s spectacular Manyoni Game Reserve. This exclusive trip is designed for travelers who want to make a tangible impact on wildlife conservation while experiencing luxury safari living. Our team has booked out an entire private lodge exclusively for GCF ecotour guests, giving you access to behind-the-scenes conservation programs in collaboration with our partners at Zululand Conservation Trust.

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