# Episode 641 - The Bateleurs || The Flying Conservationists

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Podcast: [The Origins Foundation Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-origins-foundation-podcast-2229143)
Published: 2026-04-28T07:05:00+00:00
Episode link: https://theoriginsfoundation.org/
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## Resource

Steven McCurrah and Don Bailey are board members of an organization called “The Bateleurs”, referencing the African eagle species and its aerial view. The nonprofit, though, is made up of bush pilots and helicopter pilots that service the environmental conservation movement in South Africa. A fascinating podcast learning about some really cool people, doing some really cool things for wildlife conservation Learn more about the incredible work they do, right here! Get to know the guest: https://www.bateleurs.co.za/ Do you have questions we can answer? Send it via DM on IG or through email at info@theoriginsfoundation.org Support our Conservation Club Members! Bull Creek Outfitters: https://www.bullcreeklionhunts.com/ Silent Pursuits: https://www.silentpursuits.com/ Moyowosi Njingwe 2 Relay Station: https://theoriginsfoundation.org/conservation-projects/moyowosi-njingwe-2-relay-station/ See more from Blood Origins: https://bit.ly/BloodOrigins_Subscribe Music: Migration by Ian Post (Winter Solstice), licensed through artlist.io This podcast is brought to you by Bushnell, who believes in providing the highest quality, most reliable & affordable outdoor products on the market. Your performance is their passion. https://www.bushnell.com This podcast is also brought to you by Silencer Central, who believes in making buying a silencer simple and they handle the paperwork for you. Shop the largest silencer dealer in the world. Get started today! https://www.silencercentral.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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