The role of a naturalist is all important – and has a lot to do with exploring, understanding and interpreting the magic of the wilderness. We also need to explain our findings using simple, easy-to-understand terminology. In addition to guiding tourists in and around the park, a naturalist also helps people build meaningful relationships within these spaces – the objective here is relate to your surroundings in a constructive manner.
I wouldn’t be a naturalist today, if it weren’t for my numerous visits to our local zoo during my school days. Young students these days are insulated from the real world and can sometimes miss out on what it is like to see tigers, lions, deer, and other animals in their natural habitats – many of them are not even familiar with animal sounds and the call of the wild. Real-life experiences can become life-changing events in a young person’s life.
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Q&A – July 2016
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