Bless the rain in Africa

The following day was very relaxed, we actually had a sleep in – what’s that again?! Although it was a little boring since we were so used to having things to do during the day, it was great to get a chance to read and lie around for a change. We did have a afternoon game drive though, which was amazing since we saw a pride of 6 lions. We watched the cubs being playful while the sun slowly set behind us.

The following day, we organised a training session with a few of the Wilderness guides at Banoka Bush Camp.
Although it was a long wait before everyone arrived, it didn’t go too badly and we even got some great lunch afterwards. And it seems like it’s going to rain again :D I can hear the thunder while I type…

I also chatted more to Robyn about the master’s project and she said it’s definitely still a go, and all I need is to find a university and an appropriate supervisor that would be fine with me spending most of my time in the field. We’d also need to see where we could get funding from, whether it’s through WildlifeACT or another company.

(a little while later) IT'S POURING! It's so nice to finally receive some more rain after this horrid heat, SULIP TIME! harhar. Hoping SA is also getting some rain, especially since they've started with water restrictions in some provinces. Viva Western Cape aka DA ,for managing their water resources better. 

Can't wait to see what outside looks like the next morning, just the fresh small of rain makes me excited...

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