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Rising early is not that bad when you know you are going to be feeding painted dogs and cheetahs or taking a walk through the African bush to help anti-poaching rangers locate the animals under their care. Some duties are the most fun I have ever had in a \u201cclassroom\u201d, some are messy, and some may be unpleasant, like digging a new waterhole for the lions, but they will all be memorable. At the end of the day it sometimes feels like all you can do is shower and crash into bed, but the feeling of content at the work you have done and what you have contributed for the animals in the sanctuary and the people whose goal in life is to care for them is enough to want to do it again and again.<\/p>\n\n\n

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I have always wanted to visit Africa. I think it is on many people\u2019s bucket list, but I specifically wanted to contribute to animal conservation somehow. I previously worked as an animal care specialist and guest educator at two different AZA accredited zoos, where I spent the majority of my guest interaction time talking about the conservation efforts being done not only by the zoos here in the US but also in the countries where the animals are being directly affected. Being able to be in Namibia at Na\u2019ankuse wildlife sanctuary with SPC is a dream come true. Seeing what is being done in Namibia for the land, the animals, and the people is made all the sweeter by knowing we are a part of the plan: that we are making a difference. Participating in these animals\u2019 care will forever be special to me, and I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Charlsie, 2023 Namibia Study Abroad Program Student<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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