The National Conservation Training Center Conservation Lecture Series Presents
“The Man Who Changed a Landscape: The Adrian Gardiner Story - Rewilding & Wildlife Tourism in South Africa” with author Dr. Dean Allen
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
2:00 PM – Online Broadcast
Watch recording: USFWS YouTube Broadcast Channel
Join us for an inspiring lecture by acclaimed author and historian Dr. Dean Allen, exploring the remarkable life and legacy of Adrian Gardiner. A visionary conservationist, Gardiner transformed thousands of acres of degraded farmland into a thriving wilderness, establishing one of Africa's most iconic wildlife destinations, Shamwari Game Reserve. Through rewilding efforts and the creation of a sustainable wildlife tourism model, Gardiner not only restored a vital ecosystem but also empowered local communities. Dr. Allen shares this compelling story of environmental restoration, innovation, and hope—an example of how one individual’s passion can reshape a landscape and inspire global change.
The NCTC Conservation Lecture Series is co-sponsored by The Friends of the NCTC, and the Potomac Valley Audubon Society. For more information, please contact Mark Madison (304-876-7276) mark_madison@fws.gov.