CAMPUS

Nested just south of the iconic Kruger National Park – between the towns of Malelane and Komatipoort – Eco Ranger Campus lies on our privately owned Game Ranch in the breathtaking province of Mpumalanga, South Africa. The region is rich in biodiversity, offering a rare opportunity to experience Africa’s Big Five and predators firsthand. With over 42 mammal species and approximately 350 bird species – students are immersed in vibrant and dynamic natural classroom.

Practical, hand-on-training takes place in the Greater Kruger National Park, as well as across private conservancies, nature reserves and wildlife ranches.

At Eco Ranger Campus, learning goes beyond the classroom. It’s a place of intellectual exploration, transformation, and growth – where knowledge ignites passion and awareness inspires action.

Our eco-conscious Student Village is designed in harmony with the surrounding landscape, built using sustainable principles that reflect our commitment to conservation. Dining at the Campus is more than a meal – it’s a shared experience. Set in a relaxed Lodge atmosphere, our Dining Services foster a sense of community while offering a variety of high-quality, nutritious and authentic cuisine.

JC STRAUSS  |  BIOGRAPHY

JC Strauss is the Director of Education at the Academy. In addition to his career in eco and wildlife conservation that includes the Kruger National Park, JC has held several positions as environmental and safety consultant. He worked with customers from a wide variety of industries including national parks, tourism, media and international diplomats. He serves on the “Community of Expert Practitioners” CEP for the QCTO on the development of the new Park Ranger, Conservation Practitioner and Wildlife Practitioner qualifications under the QCTO, that’s needed for a career as a Game Rancher or Game Warden. In 1998 he launched Eco Ranger, training Wildlife Rangers, Dangerous Game Guides for various Wildlife Parks and organisations such as the South African Wildlife College and Game Rangers Associations.  The first 34 Women Wildlife Rangers for African Countries (Botswana, Mozambique, Zambia, Namibia, Tanzania, Kenya, Swaziland, Lesotho and South Africa) were trained by JC’s organisation Eco Ranger at the SA Wildlife College. Eco Ranger trained more than 1,000 Rangers and Safari Guides, creating job opportunities that support and sustain thousands of African people currently. In 2005 – 2007, JC trained and developed 350 Wildlife Rangers for Limpopo Parks Board in South Africa and headed the Anti-Poaching teams covering 53 Protected Areas that brought down rhino and elephant poaching by 80%.