Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Q&A on Rhino Poaching


The Endangered Wildlife Trust's Rhino Security Project has released an informative and thought-provoking factsheet providing answers to some of the most frequently asked questions regarding rhino poaching, the value of the horn, the practice of dehorning rhinos etc.
Copy and paste this URL for some invaluable information:

Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Rhino Day 22 Sept 2010

HILLSNEK SAFARIS team with the Amakhala
Rangers, Reserve Volunteers and Ulovane
Students showing their support for the "Stop Rhino Poaching Campaign"
at the look out spot "Gods Window" on the Amakhala Game Reserve.
Thanks to all for your time and effort in this crucial campaign!

Tuesday, September 7, 2010

RHINO MONTH



RHINO MONTH

September is an extra special month ..... HillsNek Safaris is supporting WWF with RHINO MONTH! Take a stand, get involved, make a donation and spread the word to help save Africa's rhino against ruthless poaching and the threat of extinction.
September 22nd has been declared RHINO DAY whereby all citizens are implored to make a noise and send out an urgent plea for help from our leaders:
"Concerned about Rhino poaching? Then get ready to take a stand and to make some noise.
On 22 September, RHINO DAY, WWF calls on all concerned citizens of the world to dust off their vuvuzelas, toot their horns and to make as much noise as possible, at 1pm, as a symbolic act to send a powerful message to leaders that the time to take serious and effective action against rhino poaching is now.
RHINO DAY will be the culmination of a month-long campaign by WWF and other partners, encouraging the public to help support South Africa’s rhino warriors – the men and women at the frontline who risk their lives daily against the sophisticated, ruthless and heavily-armed international criminal gangs who run the illegal rhino horn trade.
Together we can all play a role in the fight against Rhino poaching.
As part of RHINO MONTH, WWF is challenging individuals, businesses, schools, universities and other organisations to not only make a noise on 22 September, but also make a donation which will ensure that much-needed anti-poaching equipment and support can be secured for rangers across the region."
Visit http://www.wwf.org.za/ for additional information on this vital campaign.
HillsNek Safaris Team