Community Project work well underway!

Michael Kingscote reports:  

I spoke to Matt (expedition leader) this morning. He was in the office at Entabeni, looking across the range of the Drakensberg Mountains with the sound of cranes calling in the background.

View from Entabeni Camp

He reported that the journey was long and quite tiring, indeed some needed a little extra rest to get over it. However, the first day in the school was enjoyable and fun. All is going well. Group really getting stuck in with the school work and a great attitude.

The Expeditioners have been split into 4 Teams and each has a classroom to decorate, add to that the inquisitive locals who want to play, the hot weather and you can imagine how it is all working out.

Michael O showed his communication skills by speaking Zulu to the entire group, what a linguist!

Devin A, our assistant leader who is based in South Africa, has joined the group and is fitting in well.

Insonge - a typical village a mile or so from Entabeni Camp

Shannon C says: "Hello Mummy! We went to our first School today. It has been an amazing day. It was a real shock to see what they have there. I have made a friend with a little girl, got lots of pictures to show you. Miss you and love you."

It is a little cold at night, but clearly the enthusiasm, excitement and work during the days ensures that they all get a good night’s sleep.

Today, Monday, the Expeditioners are continuing their project work in the school and on Tuesday there is a ‘sports’ day as the finale before they set off on their walking expedition!

The next 'official' bulletin is on Wednesday 3 July but if we have any news or photos in the meantime - we will upload them.

Michael Kingscote

A crane at the Crane Foundation - Entabeni

A baby at the Crane Foundation - Entabeni