After completing his course with Bushwise Field Guides in December 2016 Ernest, the second of our bursary students’, was invited to attend the and Beyond’s Inkwazi Ranger Training course. It is common knowledge that the course on offer goes through a stringent selection process and although Ernest did not make the final selection, he gained invaluable experience, which together with his skills and knowledge gained at Bushwise Field Guides set him up for the next chapter in his already successful and exciting career path.
Not to be deterred, Ernest took up a position with a highly successful and well-known Safari tour operator in the Greater Kruger National Park that have been operating in the Kruger National Park since 1998, specializing in this area with safaris into Kruger National Park. We at Bushwise Field Guides are extremely proud of Ernest and his achievements thus far, and thus asked of him to share his thoughts and feelings regarding his dreams and aspirations for the benefit of the reader who is considering a career within the guiding industry.
“Working out in the bush with different people and cultures from around the world is a dream come true. Every day in nature brings different challenges and friendships that make every second of it worth it. I enjoy the personal attention I can provide my guests and passion most of my guests have about the conservation and history of South Africa.”
“I still love to get involved with the community and with a recent trip driving to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport after dropping of guests, I came across young African kids from a local village playing soccer outside of Hazyview and I ended up having a fun afternoon with the kids. To be involved with the youth of South Africa is so rewarding in many ways as they are eager to learn. It was a truly rewarding day after spending time with these youngsters teaching them about the conservation of South Africa and plant the seed of a future career in some of their minds”
“To be a field guide or tour guide is in many aspects rewarding and by touching one person’s soul and make all their dreams come true on a “Safari Holiday” is worth every second spend and all the hard work that is going into this type of career. Early mornings, late nights, 18 hour working days make all the sense in the world if you can be a True guide and be the best with every group of new faces you will get to meet during your career.”
“If you have a passion for the bush, environment and South Africa, my only advice to young and upcoming field guides is to live your dream and learn as much as you can from everyone. Always stay humble and never think you know everything. Being out in the bush surrounded by passionate guests and God’s creation, will make every long day worth the while. Be true to yourself and you will become a natural guide and enjoy the Field Guiding industry tremendously.”
Deep and meaningful words Ernest and Thank You for them. We at Bushwise wish you well on your future endeavours, remember always that we are still there as a support to you, we are merely a phone call away, and indeed so do we extend this offer to all our past students!
Whilst about the Bushwise Bursary student programme, it is fitting that we make mention of Trico Chiloane who is our current bursary student for 2017. Trico is halfway through the course and is forging ahead at a rapid rate. No task too big or too small, no lack of enthusiasm nor effort, Trico is simply applying himself diligently and is progressing most satisfyingly. Soon Trico will be reaping the rewards of his labours, and I the writer cannot wait for his graduation day so that I may be able to inform the reader of his successes in the future. Exciting times indeed.
That is all for now, until next time,
Warm Bushveld Greetings
Trevor Myburgh
Bushwise Field Guides
Thanx for bursaries at bushwise ,how can I get information to apply bursaries
Thank you, I have sent you an email.
Hi
I would also like to know more about the bursary and how can I apply.
You go to the ‘apply now’ option on the website to apply or email us direct at [email protected]
Hi i am Samkuelisiwe Sikhosana I am 20 years old i would like to apply for this bursary so i don’t know where can i find this information please help me
Morning, I have emailed you more information. Thank you
HI
I NEED BURSARY STUDENT
Morning, I have emailed you more information on the scholarship contribution for the course and the criteria to apply.
I would like to inquire about bursaries offered by bushwise in KZN
Good day, I have sent you an email.
High I read about the bursaries at Bushwise… How can I apply as I’ve been on the site but can’t find a link to the bursaries.
Thank you, I have sent an email with more information
Good afternoon i would like to get information on how to apply for Bushwise bursary . I was unable to apply last year , so i would like to know if i can be able to apply for this bursary this year
Good day,
Thank you for your inquiry. There are no bursaries currently available until 2020. Please email me your CV, matric results and a motivation letter as to why you want to become a Field Guide and why you think we should chose you. You can only apply if you have passed matric, have a drivers licence for one year and speak, read and write very good english. You also need a confident and outgoing personality and must be excellent with people and have good people skills.
Hi I have heard that there are some bursaries at bushwise and there is a form that need to be filled but I have try to find it nothing how can I get it
Thank you, I have sent an email with more information
Hi, I would also like to be informed more and apply for the bursary
Morning, I have emailed you more information.
Good day kim
I would like to apply for the bushwise bursary can you help.
[email protected]
Good day, I will email you
Inspiring story. Thank you! I’m interested in applying for a bursary. May I please have more information regarding the requirements, criteria and application process please? Thank you! x
Good day,
I have contacted Bushwise and enquired about the courses. However, I do not have the funding available to be able to afford the course. Could you please send me further information regarding the process of applying for a bursary?
Thanks in advance
Good day,
I will send you an email.
Thanks
Hello,
Can i ask about your funding and how can i apply for it in 2020
Good day Mpho,
Please email me direct at [email protected]
Thank you
I completed the Bridging Course at South African Wildlife college in 2019 top off my class. In 2020 I am pursuing to do the Field Guide and Marine studies at Uluvane. I would like to enquire about your bursaries Reg. My mothers email. Looking forward to hear from u.
Good day,
I have sent you a private email. Thank you
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