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Update from basecamp two

16 Feb
Update from basecamp two

My fellow 2012 Nepal-Bardia expedition members and I recently received a second update email from our expedition leader, Colonel John Blashford-Snell.

Funding in progress

Following the exciting update email no. one, news that further funding and support are being gathered was heart warming.

The email from JBS read:

Dear Friends,

We thought you would like to know that a local school in Dorset, Sandroyd School,  has made our cause, for the Gola School computer and a small motorcycle for the Bardia Wildlife Rangers, their charity for the term.

Also the Scientific Exploration Society has granted £600 towards this and several members have kindly sent in donations.  We are aiming to raise $4000 in total.  Everything helps.

We are abroad 2-17 February but look forward to seeing you in Kathmandu.

Best wishes,

John

Further donations greatfully received

Of course, there is always more to be done.

If you, or someone you know, might be interested in supporting the Goan school, Park Service rangers, or any other aspect of the expedition, please get in touch!

 

 
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Posted by on February 16, 2012 in Adventure, Elephants, Nepal, Travel

 

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Fauna and Flora International

10 Feb
Fauna and Flora International

One of my favourite charities is Fauna & Flora International.

Having been a member for several years I can tell you with authority that the information they send out is wonderful to both receive and read. I genuinely enjoy getting their eNewsletters in my inbox. The images they use are stunning and the news they provide is always interesting and well researched.

While other bastions of wildlife, nature and science – such as New Scientist and National Geographic, for example, seem to be forced to dumb down content and downsize their offerings, the Fauna & Flora magazine remains true to its form and their blog is always worth a visit. Although, I have to admit that I am still completely besotted by both aforementioned publications and remain ever hopeful that public desires will swing back towards a desire for publications that challenge the intellect. In the meantime, if you really do love your science, I recommend the FFI journal Oryx

About Fauna & Flora International

FFI vision and aims reflect my own desires for a healthy planet, and rather than run at this from a position of emotionally driven reactions their approach is a scientific, well thought out one. From their own website:

Our vision

A sustainable future for the planet, where biodiversity is effectively conserved by the people who live closest to it, supported by the global community.

Our mission

To act to conserve threatened species and ecosystems worldwide, choosing solutions that are sustainable, based on sound science and take into account human needs.

So, if you’re looking for a worthy cause to support, with over 100 projects, in 40 countries, over 4 continents, FFI are well worth your consideration.

Why not make a donation or become a member today?

 
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Posted by on February 10, 2012 in Life, Lifestyle

 

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The Charity

23 Jan
The Charity

The Scientific Exploration Society (SES) is a UK-based charity founded in 1969 by Colonel John Blashford-Snell OBE and his colleagues.

As a non-profit making organisation the SES initiates a worldwide programme of scientific expeditions focusing on scientific, conservation, education and community aid projects. It is with the SES that I am travelling to Bardia in Nepal this coming April.

You can too!

So many people read my blog and tell me that they are jealous. That they’d love to go on an expedition too… Well you can!

As a member of the SES you can become involved in supporting fascinating projects around the world, and even join us on one of our worthwhile expeditions to the most remote corners of the globe.

Expeditions range from two weeks to three months, with team sizes of 12-30 aged 18-70+ years. Whilst relevant skills are useful no specific qualifications are necessary except for the positions of Lead Scientist, Specialists and Expedition Doctor.

You will also receive regular updates and invitations to JBS’s inspirational talks. Find out more on the SES membership page.

For your kids

The SES has long had an association with schools by linking them to expeditions in the field. It maintains links with the British Schools Exploring Society and Raleigh International.

“Over the years this has led to some schools establishing email connections with foreign students and enhanced the knowledge of all concerned on world affairs, conservation, environmental matters and the protection of wildlife.  Some of these young people have been so inspired that they have gone on to study these subjects at University.”

So if you, your kids, or your school are interested in wildlife, conservation, exploration and adventure, get in touch with the Scientific Exploration Society and find out how you can become a part of a real scientific expedition!

 
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Posted by on January 23, 2012 in Adventure, Elephants, Nepal, Travel

 

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Update from basecamp

07 Jan
Update from basecamp

My fellow 2012 Nepal-Bardia expedition members and I recently received the following email from our expedition leader, Colonel John Blashford-Snell.

How exciting!

Dear Friends

I thought you would like to know that a week ago a herd of 30-35 wild elephants were sighted in Bardia. Another herd is in the Babai area to the East. Of course these herds do migrate between India and Nepal but this is most encouraging news. Furthermore a tigress who gave birth to 2 cubs, two years ago has now had another litter of 4 in the area near our base camp. Rhinos continue to be sighted. Hopefully these creatures will be around for us to study.

We have always tried to help the people of Goa village. This is just across the river a couple of miles from our base camp. In the past we have given medical aid, taken books for the school and small gifts for the ladies.  We have also staged elephant football matches using our own ele with the school children mounted on their backs. This is all to encourage these people not to poach animals and not to place poisoned bait to deter wild elephants from feeding on their crops. The village now has an electric fence which seemed to be working well during our last visit in 2010.  However elephants are clever beasts and soon learn to break electric fences with logs or even, as I once saw in Africa, to ram it with a young elephant!

Goa school are trying to teach the children to use a computer and have asked if we can help them. One will cost around $650 to buy in Kathmandu.

The Park Service rangers urgently need a motor cycle to help patrol the vast area. These cost around $3200. As this area is rather far from the usual tourist trail, funds are not easy to obtain.

If by chance you meet anyone who might help us to raise the money for the computer and the motorcycle, do please let me know. I shall do my best to get some funds from various foundations that I know.

Very best wishes – on to Kathmandu.

John

Any offers of support…

If you, or someone you know, might be interested in supporting the Goan school, Park Service rangers, or any other aspect of the expedition, please get in touch!

 
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Posted by on January 7, 2012 in Adventure, Guest blog, Nepal

 

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