Online Tracking Course, Southern Africa

The Online Tracking Enthusiast programme offers a comprehensive introduction to the art of animal tracking. Here you will be introduced to the many facets and intricacies of animal tracking that go far beyond what many people would initially assume.

Learning and understanding the various tracks and signs that animals leave behind is a fascinating and complex process. Whilst it can take years to fully master all aspects of tracking, the right coaching and targeted guidance will allow you to develop an impressive ability to identify the tracks of multiple species in a relatively short space of time.

The course is designed to not only teach you the basics, but also introduce you to advanced techniques to take your tracking skills to the next level. This will give you the tools and knowledge you need to track and interpret wildlife tracks with precision.

Topics and activities of the Tracking Online Course

As part of this online Tracking Enthusiast course, EcoTraining takes you on a journey of discovery that started 190,000 years ago – when ancient hunter-gatherers tracked animals to find food.

Learners are shown how to identify tracks and interpret animals’ gaits and behaviour, including important signs to be aware of while tracking potentially dangerous animals on foot. For bush lovers, the knowledge of animal tracks unlocks a dimension of a nature experience that few people know about. Anyone can learn animal tracks, and we can make it your obsession!

Start and learning material

For four weeks, we will take you on a virtual learning adventure with live lectures from expert instructors, which will include;

#1 In-depth coverage of animal tracking modules

#2 Live Q&A with the lecturer and other participants

The course comprises twice-weekly live sessions from expert Instructors covering modules that will teach you the art of tracking. Live lectures take place on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 18:00 (GMT+2/South African time) and will range between 1 and 2 hours, with a live Q&A session at the end of each lecture.

A detailed course schedule will be sent to all course participants upon registration.

Applying theory outdoors

Now that you have gained interesting knowledge about animal tracking, you can enrol on a 7 or 14-day EcoTracker course in the wilderness of Africa. On the course you will learn all aspects of track and sign identification, trailing, and survival techniques of wildlife. You will be guided by engaging and expert Shangaan trackers who share their vast knowledge and experience. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn from the best in the business and experience the thrill of tracking wild animals in their natural habitat.

Please note: Registration for the online tracking enthusiast course ends two working days before the start date.

If you want to know more about the Tracking Online Course, you can find detailed information here.