THE ORIGINS FOUNDATION X Backcountry Africa
Location: Zambia
Type of Operation: Safari and eco-tourism
45 years as an active outfitter!
Success on safari is impossible without one thing – teamwork! While Russell and Zane are the primary PHs for BCA they are both fortunate to have a very professional and supportive team of drivers, trackers, skinners and chefs that make our safaris a success.
To learn more about Backcountry Africa, visit their website below:
Backcountry Africa
Backcountry Africa
Current Research:
Wildlife, vegetation, and fire data collection
Future Research:
Elephant population study
Annual aerial censuses conducted by government, funded by operator, and overseen by ecologist
120
full-time, privately funded scouts
25,000
Estimated annual AP cost
~40
huntable species across all operating areas
1.2+ mil
ha of total land managed (owned and leased)
45
years managed
$4-5M
of initial investment
270
people employed
X10
2700 indirect livelihoods impacted
2 schools supported with staff accommodations, educational materials, etc
2 medical clinics supported with staff accommodations, refurbishing, etc
8 local soccer teams supported with boots, jerseys, balls, etc.
Ethos
We are an African Safari Operator with a mission to provide adventure hunters from across the globe the opportunity to experience hunting in Africa in such a way that not only provides the experience of a lifetime but ultimately contributes to ensuring these areas continue to be dedicated to wildlife in the future.
In our time traveling and hunting in Africa we have hand-picked what we believe to be the best hunting and wilderness areas that Africa has to offer. This covers a large range of species and styles of hunting. These destinations rely on sustainable hunting for their long-term protection from the constant challenges of conservation in Africa.
