Amelia McKinlay

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. 
Deep in the Borneo rainforest, I'm learning to expect the unexpected. 
No, I'm not looking for Prince Charming—I'm helping look for answers. 
Monday, 28 January 2019 16:40

Packing List for the Jungle

Seven essential items for surviving the tropics.
Who? What? Where? A few tips on choosing an environmental volunteer program.
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.
Friday, 29 September 2017 09:22

9 Weird and Wonderful Animal Encounters

My most remarkable wildlife experiences volunteering in South Africa. 
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. 
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.