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Cop 15 – A perspective

Rich Laburn December 12, 2009 0

This is a guest blog post from two individuals attending the Copenhagen Climate Change Conferece – Cop 15. To view the full post click on the heading above

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The future is here

Rich Laburn November 2, 2009 6

Climate change, destruction of eco-systems, carbon emissions and natural disasters are increasingly more common. How many of us set the intention to take responsibility for these issues? We should act …

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The First Zero Emissions Safari Vehicle – Part 2

Rich Laburn August 12, 2009 0

Londolozi is one of the original pioneering lodges of the ecotourism industry in South Africa and an unashamedly family run, stand alone operation.

2020 Vision Electric Landrover

The First Zero Emissions Safari Vehicle – Part 1

Rich Laburn August 12, 2009 2

Last month, I took out Ross and Renee Parry Davies – guests who first visited Londolozi in 1974. The virgin bush is much the same but this time their game …

2020 Vision Electric Landrover

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Prowess points are awarded for engaging with the community.

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Joining Londolozi Live
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Commenting on a story
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Badges

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We've had the pleasure of hosting you here at Londolozi and together we've experienced the magic of the wild and now you're part of the family. You've let us know about your past visits while editing your Profile.

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Londolozi Lifer

Awarded for visiting Londolozi three times.

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And for certain badges, there are even more levels to attain:

Nature Mystic

Awarded for completing 21 Mindfulness Nature Connection Challenges.

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Titles

When you first join Londolozi Live you start out with the title of Member. For interacting with the community in various ways, you can easily earn a promotion and earn some points in the process.

There are currently 6 different titles (we've got plenty more in the works):

Member

Awarded for joining Londolozi Live.

100

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for joining Londolozi Live

Explorer

Awarded for posting a comment on a story.

200

prowess earned

for promotion to Explorer

Digital Ranger

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for promotion to Digital Ranger

Senior Digital Ranger

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Digital Tracker

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Master Tracker

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Guest

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Londolozi Guest

Awarded for visiting Londolozi.

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Leopard Spotter

Awarded for spotting one Leopard of Londolozi.

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You're a specialist in this field and have earned the badge:

Leopard Specialist

Awarded for spotting five Leopards of Londolozi.

800

prowess earned

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Lion

You can't get enough lion in your day and like to chat about the powerful cats with our Rangers and other enthusiasts on Blog stories that have been filed under 'Lions'.

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Lion Enthusiast

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Lion Fanatic

Awarded for commenting 50 times on Lions stories.

900

prowess earned

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Photographer

You've got an eye for the wilderness and have had your photographic journal from your time at Londolozi published on the Blog for others to enjoy. You found out how to submit your story by emailing us.

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Awarded for submitting a photo story.

700

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Awarded for submitting five photo stories.

2800

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Awarded for submitting 5 stories.

2400

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Collector

You recognise a work of art when you see it and made a purchase of one from our Fine Art Site.

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Collector

Awarded for purchasing from the Fine Art Site.

500

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Art Specialist

Awarded for purchasing 10 times from the Fine Art Site.

2000

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Good Work Foundation

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Awarded for donating to The Good Work Foundation.

500

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GWF Protector

Awarded for donating to The Good Work Foundation 5 times.

2000

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Curator

You've curated your own Favorites gallery by ♡ing at least 15 photographs which you absolutely love from around Londolozi Live. If your Favorites gallery has caught the eye of the Fine Art site Editor and is featured, you've also earned the esteemed Featured Curator badge.

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Curator

Awarded for curating your own Favorites gallery of 15 photographs.

400

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Featured Curator

Awarded for having your Favorites gallery featured.

1600

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Mindfulness

You've found our Mindfulness Nature Connection Challenges and followed along to complete 7 to become a Wellness Apprentice. As you continue along your awakening journey you move to become an Earth Healer and Nature Mystic.

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Wellness Apprentice

Awarded for completing 7 Mindfulness Nature Connection Challenges.

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You're a specialist in this field and have earned the badge:

Earth Healer

Awarded for completing 14 Mindfulness Nature Connection Challenges.

1600

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You've achieved mastery in this field and have earned the badge:

Nature Mystic

Awarded for completing 21 Mindfulness Nature Connection Challenges.

1600

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Increase your ranking

Earn prowess and rank up as you interact with Londolozi Live and earn a spot on the monthly points leaderboard.

Discuss stories

Chat with other Londolozi Live Explorers and with your favourite Contributors from the Londolozi team about their photos and stories from the wild.

Curate your own gallery

Add your favorite photographs from around Londolozi Live to your very own Favorites gallery, using the ♡ button, for others to enjoy.

Purchase full res photos

Buy your favorite photos in full resolution, easily and securely, for download at any time from your Profile Page.

Home of leopards

Tell us which of the Leopards of Londolozi you've encountered during your visit! Their cards will move to your profile page collection.

Rent gear

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Mashaba 4:3 Female

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The Leopards of Londolozi

Since 1979 Londolozi has had a love affair with leopards. Over the last four decades, this dynasty has been chronicled by the many guides and trackers, past and present, who have worked at Londolozi.

You can visit the Mashaba 4:3 Female's dedicated profile page to access a rich trove of information about this leopard, including family tree, unique markings, territory maps, timelines and a host of stunning images and videos.

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Cop 15 – A perspective

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