Visiting Nourish Eco Village
On a recent trip, I joined a group of girls to visit Nourish Eco Village, just outside the Kruger. I’d heard about the project through Kevin and his experiences, but nothing quite prepared me for the emotional impact of seeing the millions of small ways they were making huge differences. Especially for the children.
We started the day with a tour of the preschool and daycare. Here, parents—mostly women—can leave their children in safe hands while they go to work, often in the safari industry. It struck me how such a simple solution could provide so much opportunity: a mother being able to earn an income while knowing her child is cared begins the path to stability.
Kevin Garrad: From Conservation to Adventure.
Kevin Garrad’s journey from soldier to conservationist is a powerful testament to the healing power of nature. Starting with a childhood passion for wildlife, Kevin’s path took him through two decades as a U.S. Special Forces soldier before leading him to Africa, where he found a new mission in wildlife conservation. After years of combat, Kevin discovered that protecting endangered species not only gave him a renewed sense of purpose but also helped him heal from the trauma of war. His work with anti-poaching teams in Africa and Asia, founding the conservation organization Wild Response, and now training rangers through *Conservation Beyond Borders*, reflects his deep commitment to both wildlife and the people who protect it. Today, through Wild Werx, Kevin shares his love for nature and invites travelers to experience the transformative power of the wild.