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Zimbabwe Wild Dogs, Dressed for Success!

Posted on August 7, 2015 by wineandwilddogs

African Wildlife Conservation Fund….Dressed for Success! Have a look at our revamped vehicle for our Gonarezhou Predator Project education team. Taking wildlife to the people! Not only is the vehicle fun and exciting for the children, but it depicts much … Continue reading →

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Tusk Trust and Prince William; real rhinos, knitted rhinos, wooden rhinos….!

Posted on June 1, 2015 by wineandwilddogs

Tusk Trust and Prince William are a force to be reckoned with….! 25 years of tireless efforts on behalf of endangered African wildlife such as rhinos, elephants and wild dogs culminated in a glittering dinner event hosted by Prince William … Continue reading →

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Hawaai to Alaska- Sand to Forest: Totem Poles and 4 x 4 Adventure in Bear Territory!

Posted on May 30, 2015 by wineandwilddogs

All change….for Fiancees, Kelli and Anton…who sail different oceans… Anton has tranferred from his original ship, which he dearly loved … Independence of the Seas…. to The Norwegian Getaway ship, based out of exciting Miami, still cruising the exquisite beaches … Continue reading →

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Wine and Wild Dog weekend; great tastes and conservation at Chilo Gorge safari Lodge…

Posted on April 27, 2015 by wineandwilddogs

Following the great success of previous wine and wild dog events in 2011 and 2013, held by Painted Wolf Wines and the wild dog research projects in Zimbabwe, we are thrilled to announce a taste and conservation sensation at Chilo Gorge Safari Lodge in … Continue reading →

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Mahenye Charitable Trust and Changana Culture; beading and beautiful ladies…

Posted on March 25, 2015 by wineandwilddogs

The Changana ladies at Chief Mahenye’s village have a strong tradition of beading…. Look at these deeply gathered skirts that they embellish with numerous seed beads… Some of my personal necklaces, bought from these talented ladies… NOTE: excerpt from my … Continue reading →

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Chilo Gorge Safari Lodge; Rain and Rejuvenation, Snails and Wild Flowers…

Posted on January 24, 2015 by wineandwilddogs

At the beginning of 2015, I reminisce ….. Clive Stockil, through Tusk Trust, won the Prince William Award  for a Lifetime Achievement in Conservation in 2013…here he is at Chilo Gorge Safari Lodge with staff and the Award itself….. We now congratulate Richard … Continue reading →

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Hello Kitty Now Has An Organic Farm – we love Hello Kitty!

Posted on January 22, 2015 by wineandwilddogs

If this is what it takes to persuade people to grow their own healthy food, I’m all for it. Gardens are special places, and anyway I love Hello Kitty…….! …..as do my grandchildren Jade and Rayne, here made up as … Continue reading →

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The Pallet Wood Christmas Tree and the Art Studio re-invented…..

Posted on December 14, 2014 by wineandwilddogs

At last! After the house fire,  my Art studio (214 Brooke Drive in Borrowdale Brooke Estate) is repainted, the Living area rebuilt, and paintings are hanging again for viewing! The garden has recovered from the invasion of builders and  under Dad’s … Continue reading →

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Baobab Christmas Tree and Festive Season at Chilo Gorge Safari Lodge

Posted on December 13, 2014 by wineandwilddogs

What a pleasure it is for Clive Stockil and I  to arrive at Chilo Gorge Safari Lodge, rain imminent, ground steaming in anticipation! Afternoon tea on the deck brings a stunning sight… Out of the thick green canopy that lines the swelling … Continue reading →

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The Story of “Snare”, a special African wild dog…..

Posted on September 16, 2014 by wineandwilddogs

“Snare” – my paintings and sketches before and after removal of the wire around her neck. Continue reading →

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