Kurstyn has written to us several times, prior to her departure to the Game Reserve. She told us that she had become very attached to the children and that two little girls, in particular, had become her little shadows. She wrote that they had, for sure, stolen a part of her heart and that she would miss all of them very much!

Without any doubt, this is what life is all about! Kurstyn went out of her love and concern for the wildlife, but also to touch the lives of people that need it the most. In reality though, she is the one who has been touched by the lives of the people there.

Once again, thank you, for all that you do and for being a part of something so much greater than we could ever imagine.

Kylie Garvard, Cambodian Island

In just one year, ROV has helped make possible the removal of over 7 tons of garbage, refurbishing a much needed clinic, building an incinerator that can handle the needs of the village, building a really cool playground for the kids, beginning a much needed water catchment system for the village during the dry season, continuing the education of the children with English lessons and the education of the adults with consistent clean ups, cleaning the surrounding reefs of over 125 nets and countless pieces of plastic and glass waste as well as beginning Cambodia’s very first artificial reef system within the villages local fishing grounds!

I want you to know how much we appreciate the continued support of ROV, essential in job creation and the positive development of the community and the environment both on land and in the water. The village enjoys the volunteers that come through just as much as the volunteers enjoy their time with us!

Let’s see how big we can make that new reef and let’s see just what we can improve on next in this village that I have fallen in love with! There is still a lot to be done but I think with a little imagination, we can continue to improve with each passing year!

Dr. Simon Morgan, Director of the Wildlife African Conservation Team:

Although extinction is a natural earth process, over the last 50 years the natural extinction rate has increased hugely and sadly it is due to human activity. Wildlife conservation is imperative if we are to create a sustainable future, not only for ourselves but generations to come.

The Reach Out Volunteers have been doing an outstanding job in regards to African Wildlife Conservation. By monitoring and recording the wildlife in this area, they are providing us with scientific and valued information, giving us the knowledge to better combat this world crisis. The volunteers' work is significant in fighting for the survival of the White Rhino, not only are they providing information, but also providing a presence in an area deterring poachers.

Working alongside the volunteers is a pleasure, and together we will continue to fighting an important battle.

Domdin Yean

Best Regards Domdin.