Let’s be honest: field guiding is one of the most rewarding careers in the world. But building a successful long-term career in the industry hasn’t always been straightforward. For most guides, there hasn’t been a clear way to track their professional growth, showcase experience, or stand out in an increasingly competitive job market. While guides […]

How to identify birds using the GISS method Birdwatching is one of those skills that becomes more rewarding the longer you do it. At first, all the fluttering wings and quick movements can feel overwhelming, but once you know what to look for, patterns start to appear. The GISS method is one of the best […]

Launch Ranger Academy to Empower Local Communities and Foster Education Bushwise Field Guides and the Sabi Sabi Collection are proud to…

“We all must be aware of, and take responsibility for, how we live and what we use.” — the Southern African Wildlife College Do you ever…

This blog was written to the current graduating class of Bushwise field guides. It’s a farewell, good luck and see you again soon from…

South Africa is a beautiful country with incredible biodiversity, awe-inspiring landscapes, rich cultures and fascinating history. It is…

We often hear this question from prospective students: “Which field guide course should I do?” At Bushwise, we offer multiple in-person…

We often hear the question from prospective students, “Which field guide course should I do?” At Bushwise we offer two core in-person…

3 min read Starting a career in conservation can be a fulfilling and exciting journey for those with a passion for wildlife and the…

Embarking on a safari adventure is a bucket list experience for many, and for good reason. The opportunity to see some of the world’s…

In June 2022, Bushwise and the Southern African Wildlife College (the SAWC) welcomed the first group of scholarship recipients under our…

What is it like to be a Bushwise trainer? In this blog Wayne Lubbe shares his experience with teaching and learning from aspiring field…

So you want to become a qualified field guide? Fantastic! This career is challenging, fascinating, and incredibly rewarding. In this…

Have you always dreamt of becoming a field guide, but feel restricted by time and money? We’re excited to share the news – we’ve just…

We get a lot of questions about field guide qualifications.  From IFGA to NQF2, NQF4, CATHSSETA, NDT… the acronyms go on and on! How do I…

Nature guide, nature site guide, field guide or safari guide. You might have heard these terms used interchangeably before. In South…

So you want to become a field guide in South Africa (or further abroad). You might have read that there are a few different avenues you…

What is a field guide? So you’re interested in guide books. Let’s look at the main features of a field guide book and where you can find…

In January this year, Bushwise and the Southern African Wildlife College launched an exciting new collaboration. With a shared goal of…

The beginning of each new Bushwise course fills the Lowveld air with anticipation and excitement. Not only for the newest intake of field…