Scorpion Sting First Aid Response Course - Royal Malewane Conservation and Research Centre
2026-02-05 08:00 - 17:00 (Africa/Johannesburg)
Scorpion expert Johnathan Leeming will be visiting and touring the Lowveld this February, delivering various talks and courses.
The Royal Malewane Conservation and Research Centre will host Johnathan on 5 February 2026 from 10am – 1pm.
Please see booking information here: https://scorpions.co.za/lowveld-roadshow/

Scorpion Sting First Aid Response Course - Baluleni Safari Lodge, Grietjie
2026-02-07 08:00 - 17:00
Scorpion expert Johnathan Leeming will be visiting and touring the Lowveld this February, delivering various talks and courses.
Baluleni Safari Lodge on Grietjie, Balule Nature Reserve will host Johnathan on 7 February 2026 from 10am – 1pm.
For more information and bookings: https://scorpions.co.za/lowveld-roadshow/

Scorpion Sting First Aid Response Course - Hoedspruit Reptile Centre
2026-02-08 10:00 - 13:00
Scorpion expert Johnathan Leeming will be visiting and touring the Lowveld this February, delivering various talks and courses.
The Hoedspruit Reptile Centre will host Johnathan on 8 February 2026 from 10am – 1pm.
Please see booking information here: https://scorpions.co.za/hoedspruit-reptile-centre/

FGASA Online Exam Registration closes
2026-02-19 07:30 - 16:00
Please note that FGASA online exam registration closes today.
For more information on exams please email Elinda on admin@fgasa.org.za

FGASA Online NQF2 Exam Workshop
2026-02-24 19:00 - 22:00
Join us for the July online NQF2 exam workshop! 🤓
The FGASA February 2026 exam sitting is just around the corner. To help you prepare we’re hosting an online exam prep workshop on 24 February at 7pm 🌐📅🕰
Facilitated by @campfireacademy Principal Trainer, FGASA Assessor, Mentor and Professional Trails Guide, Laetitia Cronje there is no better person to help you get ready for your FGASA Nature Site Guide NQF2 exam! 🤩🙌 Hit the link below to join the session:
LINK: Coming soon!
For anyone unable to attend the workshop, we will be uploading a recording of the workshop to our YouTube channel! 💪🖥
Study hard everyone and best of luck to you! 🍀🌈⭐️

FGASA Online Exam Workshop for NQF2
2026-02-24 19:00 - 22:00 | Online
Join us for an online NQF2 exam workshop on 24 February at 7pm for anyone getting ready to write their exams this month. 📚

The workshop is lead by FGASA Assessor and Mentor, Laetitia Cronje, principal trainer at @Campfire Academy 🔥 Laetitia has years of experience and is one of the best teachers around! There is no better way to prepare for your NQF2 exam.

Hit the link below to join the workshop 👇

https://msteams.link/3HQK

Be sure to come prepared with relevant questions. We’ll see you there!

Wishing all of you the best of luck for your studies and exams this month 🍀

FGASA Online Exam Sitting
2026-02-26 09:00 - 11:00
• All online exams open at 09:00h.
• All candidates must log into the FGASA Campus platform to complete their exam, log into campus here.
• All candidates must ensure they have a stable internet connection and/or enough mobile data for the duration of the exam. FGASA will not be held responsible for a failed or incomplete exam due to poor/unreliable network.
• FGASA recommends completing the online exam using a PC, laptop or tablet. The exam may be completed on a smartphone, however we do not recommend this.
• Closing date for online exam bookings is one week before the exam. You will not be registered for an online exam after the closing date.
For more information please email Elinda on admin@fgasa.org.za

FGASA Venue-based Exam Sitting
2026-02-28 10:00 - 13:00
• All written exams begin at 10h00 (except for JHB which begins at 09h00).
• All candidates must be at the exam venue at least 15 minutes before the exam starts.
• No candidates will be allowed late entry into the exam venue once the exam has begun.
• Closing date for venue-based written exam bookings is 30 days before the exam. You will not be registered for a venue-based written exam after the closing date.
For more information on the exam please email Elinda on admin@fgasa.org.za

FGASA Eastern Cape Regional Forum meeting
2026-05-27 12:00 - 13:30
Regional meeting for all members located and operating in the Eastern Cape.

FGASA updates
Regional member items
FGASA news
Connect with your regional community

Online meeting, contact Richard Pearse easterncape@fgasa.org.za for the link.

FGASA Assessor Advanced Rifle Handling (ARH) Shoot
2026-06-05 08:00 - 17:00
FGASA ARH annual workshop for all FGASA ARH Assessors

Renew your FGASA ARH
Gain valuable mentorship and peer review experience
Get your Continued Professional Development (CPD) points
FGASA sponsored Assessor event

Where:

Moholoholo Mountain View shooting range Hoedspruit
Bring your own equipment, lunch and water

FGASA Trails Guide Mentor Workshop
2026-06-06 08:00 - 17:00 | Moholoholo Mountain View
A workshop for existing FGASA Trails Guide Mentors & Resident Assistant Mentors as well as upcoming FGASA Trails Guide mentors aspiring for mentorship status.

Requirement to attain FGASA Trails Guide Mentor status
Requirement to bet approval as a FGASA Resident Assistant Mentor (RAM)
Invitation for aspiring FGASA Trails Guide Mentors
Gain valuable mentorship and guidance
Facilitated by FGASA Scout, James Steyn
Get your Continued Professional Development (CPD) points
FGASA sponsored mentor workshop

Where:

Moholoholo Mountain View lodge, Hoedspruit
Bring your own lunch and water

Looking forward to seeing you all there.

FGASA Members - Birdlife South Africa Webinar
2026-06-17 11:00 - 12:00
Name Changes, Splits & Surprises: Updates in Bird Taxonomy for Field Guides.
Bird names are changing, species are splitting, and taxonomy continues to evolve – so what does this mean for you as a professional guide? Join BirdLife South Africa’s John Kinghorn and Dr. Dave Ehlers-Smith for a timely and practical session unpacking the latest developments in bird taxonomy and listing.
This webinar will

impact your day-to-day guiding, species lists, and client interactions
offer clear guidance on how to stay current in a fast-moving scientific landscape
highlight the role of BirdLife South Africa’s List and Rarities Committee
support BirdLife South Africa’s collaboration with FGASA
equip you with knowledge and confidence
earn you CPD points

Members only – Register using the link provided to attend.

FGASA Gauteng Regional Meeting
2026-07-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Wanderers Sports Club, 21 North Street, Illovo, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2196, South Africa

Exam Workshop - Free Support Session
2026-07-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
Calling all guides writing their Nature Site Guide (NQF2) in August 2026.
Contact the office for link details.

FGASA SKS Dangerous Game Shoot
2026-08-01 | Moholoholo Mountain View

Annual General Meeting
2026-08-19 11:00 - 13:00 | Radisson Hotel, Hoedspruit, Zandspruit, R527, Limpopo, 1380
The Annual General meeting for the Field Guides Association of Southern Africa, all members are welcome to attend in Hoedspruit or online.

FGASA Lowveld Regional Meeting
2026-09-14 11:30 - 13:00 | Thornybush Nature Reserve
Calling all guides in Thornybush and surrounding areas.

FGASA Lowveld - Timbavati Regional Meeting
2026-09-15 11:30 - 13:00 | Motswari Private Game Reserve
Calling all guides in the Timbavati and surrounding areas.
