Tuesday 16th July

 

Tuesday 16th July
By Ellie Searle

 

Hi there!
Ellie here! This trip has been incredible so far.  I’ve made friends, learnt dances and seen so many animals (including a breed of sheep I’ve never seen in person before). 

Today we went to the elephant  sanctuary and they are so beautiful!  It’s horrible to hear what a traumatic life they have had so far but they seem happy now.  It was also very interesting to see all the conservation techniques they use in Zambian National Parks.  I’m so glad that this much effort is being put towards the livelihood of all the marvellous animals here. 

Then, this afternoon, we went coaching.  Although the children were confused at first, it was so fun and I can’t wait to do it again.

I am writing this at 5pm so I’ll probably go in the pool later as well (the temperature is the same as the waterfall I once went swimming in).
Thank you so much to everyone who helped me go on this trip, I am forever grateful.
Love you mum, dad and Eska and see you in two and a bit weeks!! Xxx

 

 

Tuesday 16th July

By Darcie Blaber

 

Hello Darcie here! Today we started by going to the Elephant Sanctuary, which was amazing.  We started off with a tour of the conservation huts, which is where we learnt how endangered elephants are.  Also, we learnt about Vultures, these are very intelligent because if there is a dead animal or poachers nearby they would fly up and this would indicate to the rangers that they need to go and investigate.
After the tour it was time to watch the elephants be fed, this was amazing.  They were drinking formula milk that the surrogate mothers had made.  The elephants were playing in the water and chucking sand all over each other.

Soon after we went coaching at a nearby school.  We had a group of around 50 children and it was very fulfilling to see all the children progress through the session by the end they had picked up the rules and were scoring tries.

On the way back, we were playing some music and singing along.  When we got back, a group of us played Uno with the young leaders and I had so much fun.

Love you lots, mum, dad and Eadie – Stay safe xxxx

Comments

  1. Clementine17 July 2024 at 13:44

    So great to hear about all the adventures, animals and children! Reading these blogs is the highlight of our day. We really miss you all, it is starting to feel very quiet around here!

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  2. K Blaber17 July 2024 at 14:30

    Love hearing about your adventures. We are all so proud of you back here and know you are having a fab time. The elephants sanctury looked amazing. Love to see all the childrens faces always so happy. Darcie I'm glad you managed to have your favorite meal Steak sending love to you Mum, Dad, Eadie and the family. You are all doing a fantastic job out there and enjoy every moment.

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  3. Eliza S18 July 2024 at 14:43

    Only you, Ellie, could go to Zambia and find sheep! Sounds like you are having an amazing time. Can't wait to hear all about your adventures. Sending lots of love from home. Eska sends licks. xx

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