At Makini Bush Camp, our commitment to sustainability extends beyond conservation – it reaches the heart of the community. We are thrilled to have formalised a unique educational partnership with Detagamuwa Junior School in Kataragama, aiming to empower the next generation. The Spark of a Shared Vision The idea for a dedicated school project began with a fundamental belief: that a venture thrives when it gives back to the community in which it operates. With the resources available to Makini – from global connections to our local team expertise – we envisioned coming together to share resources to empower children and to support their education. This was quickly solidified during an initial discussion with the school's leadership, Principal Ms. Shyamali Abeysooriya. She articulated a powerful vision for her students: to see them come out of their shells and become confident English speakers. She explained how a pervasive fear of speaking English often holds back individuals in the ...
At Makini Bush Camp, our commitment to sustainability begins at home—by understanding the very land we inhabit. This dedication recently drove a crucial scientific endeavour: a detailed, 15-day habitat mapping project across our entire property. Conceptualised by our founder, Chamith, the initiative brought together a team that included our expert rangers and naturalists, Kaushalya and Arun, and two dedicated AIESEC volunteers, Viola and Alexandre. The initiative was more than an academic exercise; it brought us closer to becoming one with our environment and adopting a truly conscious conservation strategy. The Process The project was meticulously planned. Using GIS software, the team first created a baseline map and divided the land extent into a systematic grid of 50×50 meter plots. This created a precise research unit where the team systematically recorded soil conditions, vegetation structure, density and species presence during the field survey phase. The work was challengi...