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Why are we running?
Rhinos are fast disappearing from the wild. Without urgent, international action they could be gone within a generation. The two African rhino species – black rhino and white rhino – have both increased in numbers in recent years thanks to successful conservation efforts, especially in South Africa. Indeed, the white rhino has been brought back from the brink of extinction. However, both species are again at risk due to a huge surge in poaching to meet demand for illegal rhino horn, primarily in Asia. Countries and conservationists are stepping up their efforts but record numbers of rhinos are currently being killed. At this point I want to reiterate the fact that rhino horn is just keratin, the same substance our hair and nails consist of. It has no magical or healing properties and no-one needs rhino horn except a rhino!
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I am by no means a running super woman. I run for fun, I run for exercise, I run to destress and to spend time outdoors, but now I have an opportunity to run for something other than myself, something I love and something that is so close to my heart.
I have been running for many years but just half marathons, and social events. Last year I completed the Oyster catcher 3 day trail event with 3 very amazing ladies and just realised how much running can change you and your mind set.
To run for a cause is the biggest privilege I could ask for. There are so many incredible people in this industry that I look up to, who do so much for conservation and the rhinos specifically, and they all had to start somewhere. This is my starting somewhere, this is my passion and I’m going to run for my love of these amazing creatures and for their future, their protection and the conservation of the eco-system we are all so blessed to live close in.
I am not an ultra runner (yet) but I have a desire to do something great for the future of our beautiful country and the animals that make it so special.
Rhinos are keystone species and have been around for millions of years and play a crucial role in their ecosystem. They’re important grazers, consuming large amounts of vegetation, which helps shape the African landscape. This benefits other animals and keeps a healthy balance within the ecosystem.
Local people also depend on the natural r
Rhinos are keystone species and have been around for millions of years and play a crucial role in their ecosystem. They’re important grazers, consuming large amounts of vegetation, which helps shape the African landscape. This benefits other animals and keeps a healthy balance within the ecosystem.
Local people also depend on the natural resources within rhino habitat for food, fuel and income. As one of Africa’s ‘big five’, rhinos are a popular sight for tourists. Ecotourism can be an important source of income for local people.
By protecting our rhinos, we’re helping to conserve their habitat for the benefit of people and wildlife, helping support local communities and making sure natural resources are available for generations to come.
Global warming is fast reaching a point of no return, we have a limited time to take action to turn the tide against an unsustainable planet and an ever more severe extinction crisis. We need to be moved to take action now to have a planet to hand over to an environmetally conscious and connected generation. We must inspire the future an
Global warming is fast reaching a point of no return, we have a limited time to take action to turn the tide against an unsustainable planet and an ever more severe extinction crisis. We need to be moved to take action now to have a planet to hand over to an environmetally conscious and connected generation. We must inspire the future and be proud of the legacy we pass on. 30 years of conservation and biosphere restoration success in the Eastern Cape is under threat due to the impact of covid on tourism. Through the Addo2Fish Marathon you will support the reserves in the area during a very tough time, and be part of a brighter future for Eastern Cape conservation with the mega reserve initiative underway. When you are Running to Restore, you will be taking the first steps to restoring the biodiversity and free movement of the animals of the Addo2Fish conservation landscape - between the Addo National Park and the Great Fish Nature Reserve.