Amelia McKinlay
Amelia McKinlay is a master's student based in London, passionate about conservation and the environment. She has lived in five countries around the world. Previously, she blogged for Verge about volunteering at DAKTARI Bush School and Wildlife Orphanage in Limpopo, South Africa. Currently, she's researching tropical forest ecology in Borneo, Malaysia.
Saturday, 11 May 2019 13:01
10 Books to Accompany an Adventure
Perfect for your pack, these stories will inspire and entertain you.
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Wednesday, 27 March 2019 08:16
A Jungle Research Station is No Place for the Squeamish
Deep in the Borneo rainforest, I'm learning to expect the unexpected.
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Sunday, 03 March 2019 23:10
The Hardest Part of Studying Frogs in the Tropics
No, I'm not looking for Prince Charming—I'm helping look for answers.
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Monday, 28 January 2019 16:40
Packing List for the Jungle
Seven essential items for surviving the tropics.
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Monday, 19 February 2018 10:03
Placement Advice from a Veteran Volunteer Abroad
Who? What? Where? A few tips on choosing an environmental volunteer program.
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Tuesday, 05 December 2017 08:42
The Highs and Lows of Community Life
Living in an isolated community in South Africa has presented a number of unexpected challenges.
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Friday, 29 September 2017 09:22
9 Weird and Wonderful Animal Encounters
My most remarkable wildlife experiences volunteering in South Africa.
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Tuesday, 05 September 2017 06:30
Why I'm Volunteering in South Africa
I made a surprising discovery about the country's wildlife and people—and I want to change it.
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Tuesday, 05 September 2017 06:27
Life in the South African Bush
I'd never lived outside a city. Now, I live amongst wild animals.
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