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NAIROBI BABOONS – THE OLIVE TROOPS! - BY GARETH JONES Not too long ago much wildlife roamed freely in the Nairobi area as there was very little human development, however in the last 100 years the city has grown dramatically and

AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK - AWESOME AMBOSELI!! - By GARETH JONES The alarm clock buzzed at 04h00, we rapidly awoke and packed a few remaining items into our car and left Nairobi just after 05H00. I always try to plan safari trips

EGGS & CHICKS!!! - BIRD WATCHING - BY GARETH JONES Over the years we have enjoyed so many aspects of the Nairobi National Park, always with an air of expectation and anticipation mixed with the excitement of what could possibly be

NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK - SECRETS OF THE FOREST!! - BY GARETH JONES There is something mysterious and wondrous about being in a natural forest, and the Langata forest part of the Nairobi National Park is such a place. The thick bush

NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK - FLIGHT FEEDING FRENZY!!! - By GARETH JONES Early one morning after some good rain, I drove past junction No4A parallel to the stream. Suddenly I observed a lot of activity near the side of the road. I

NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK - BIG CAT COMMUNICATION!! - By GARETH JONES Late one afternoon I sat quietly in the Langata forest watching a sleeping lion in the hope that he would awaken from his slumber and possibly be active in some

Get ready to unwrap the magic of the season with Friends of Nairobi National Park (FoNNaP). We're thrilled to bring you an exciting Xmas raffle contest filled with amazing Safari prizes that will make your holidays unforgettable.

IN THE NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK WATER IS LIFE! - BY GARETH JONES Over many years I have noted that most of us are still in “City mode” when we enter a national park, and would like to see as much of

FUNNY CREATURES OF NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK- THE LAUGHING HYENAS!!! - BY GARETH JONES Early morning drives through the park are events that have a feeling of the unexpected. Such an event happened near junction No7, after we had entered from the

WONDERFUL WORMS & WINGS: BUTTERFLIES & MOTHS! - BY GARETH JONES We drove slowly along a rough track in the Athi Basin, as we passed a small acacia tree, just then I noticed a large predominantly green worm with very beautiful luminous

NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK - THE GREEN ISLAND! - BY GARETH JONES In the Athi basin many species are currently preparing to cross the Athi river to move out of the Nairobi Park. This seasonal movement out of the park usually happens

THE NAIROBI ANTELOPE - THE LITTLE ONES- BY GARETH JONES Many people only seem to notice the larger creatures like rhinos, buffalo, giraffes, lions etc. when visiting the park, however there are many interesting small creatures ranging from insects to reptiles,

NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK- CROCODILES!! - BY GARETH JONES It was a cold cloudy morning as I sat quietly at the Hyena dam, waiting and watching to see what bird action there was. Suddenly a movement caught my attention, the profile of

NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK - THE FISHING KINGS!!! - By GARETH JONES After plentiful rains this year, all of the rivers, streams and dams are well filled. The rains are always restoring and bring an abundance of new life. This includes many

NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK - PACKS AND PUPS!! - By GARETH JONES Early one cool morning we entered the East gate and drove towards the middle of the park. Soon I saw a movement next to the road near No 6 junction,

Click The Pic - Enjoy Wildlife Photography!!! - by Gareth Jones I do not pretend to know everything about taking good wildlife photos, but over a period of half a century hopefully, some hard lessons have been learned. Basically, it was

FoNNaP: Let's Protect & Restore Our Invaluable Ecosystem For Future Generations - 13th Of May 2023 VENUE: SUSO HQ SESSION TIME: 8:30am - 12:30pm PARTHENIUM PULLOUT - 1pm onwards We are looking forward to seeing you!

NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK - SOME REPTILE STORIES!! - By GARETH JONES The Nile Monitor After a cold day, the sun finally came out giving some warmth. I drove down towards the Hyena dam, and I saw a fairly large monitor lizard, sunning

FoNNaP - Join David Mascall On 6th May 2023 At Matbronze Cafe For A One-On-One Conversation On Anti-predator deterrent Systems FoNNaP (Friends of Nairobi National Park) is having an Auction of late Delta Willis' equipment, that she had donated to FoNNaP

FoNNaP: Planting & Nurturing Trees - 1st Of April 2023 Call for support, to buy seedlings and aftercare services for the trees.

WAITING AT THE WATER

CLICKS FOR BETTER PICS - IT'S ALL ABOUT WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY!!! - By GARETH JONES I do not pretend to know everything about taking good wildlife photos, but over a period of half a century hopefully, some hard lessons have been learned.

We Need Your Help To Save Our Wildlife From The Worst Drought Ever!! Kenya has been facing the worst drought in 4 decades, and the dire drought situation in Nairobi National Park calls for immediate action to save wildlife. By donating

THE NAIROBI REEDBUCK! - BY GARETH JONES Late one afternoon I drove to the Hyena dam area, it was very evident that some parts of the park were looking green, with various sightings of herbivores and birds. As I turned a

Stop Wildlife Roadkills Along Mombasa Road - Saving The Voiceless! This Petition Therefore Demands: 1. Urgent review of the EIA mitigation plan to compel KeNHA to establish if it is fit for purpose and to take necessary actions to address this problem. 2.

FoNNaP's Art Auction & Exhibition Fundraiser is Taking Place From 1st to 4th of February 2023 FoNNaP (Friends of Nairobi National Park) is having an Art Auction & Exhibition. The Art Exhibition that will be held at Spinners Web From Wednesday

FoNNaP: The Road Monsters Are Responsible For A Whopping 129 Road Kills! The stretch of road on Mombasa road between Green Park and Chumvi is a dual carriageway to reduce traffic congestion between the countries capital Nairobi and the major port

FoNNaP Wishes You & Your Loved Ones, Merry Christmas & Happy New Year 2023! The FoNNaP fraternity wishes you all the happiness your holiday can hold, May your holidays sparkle with Joy and gratitude. We wish you Love, Joy and Peace today,

FoNNaP's World Cup 2022 Fever Raffle - A Chance To Win Luis Diaz's & M. Salah's Signed Shirts!!! In view of the World Cup 2022, FoNNaP (Friends of Nairobi National Park) is having a Raffle at the Village Market Food Court

FoNNaP is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization that aims to support the conservation and protection of the Nairobi National Park and wildlife dispersal area. Help us conserve and celebrate this environment. To get access to the September 2022, The FoNNaP Newsletter, click

NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK - RUN BABY RUN!! - By GARETH JONES As I drove through the park late one afternoon after a good shower of rain, I noticed some movement in the small stream “lugga” in a valley. Wow! it was

A Conservation Talk With Professor Karanja Njoroge: Natural Resources Conservation & Management Friends of Karura Forest's Former Chairperson & Executive Director of Center for Environmental Action, Professor Karanja Njoroge will be having a talk on "Capacity Building For Public Participation In

HIPPO ON THE GO!! - BY GARETH JONES Some years ago it was getting late on a cloudy day and almost becoming evening, and being tired after a long day, I rode slowly but purposefully through the park, not really putting

A Talk By David Western: The Future Of Wildlife Conservation FoNNaP's founding member, David Western will be having a talk on 'The Future Of Wildlife Conservation In Kenya", at the Matbronze Cafe on Saturday 24th Of September. Venue: Matbronze Cafe Date: Saturday, 24th September

TSAVO WEST NATIONAL PARK - BRAVO IT'S TSAVO!!! - By GARETH JONES The alarm clock buzzed at 04h00, we rapidly awoke and packed a few remaining items into our car and left Nairobi just after 05H00. After weeks of waiting, we

Support The Mbagathi River Clean-up Mbagathi River, is one of the main sources of water for wildlife at Nairobi National Park. Wildlife Direct in partnership with KWS, FoNNaP and other friends of NNP will be having a Mbagathi Clean-up exercise

FoNNaP is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization that aims to support the conservation and protection of the Nairobi National Park and wildlife dispersal area. Help us conserve and celebrate this environment. To get access to the July 2022, The FoNNaP Newsletter, click

FoNNaP is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization that aims to support the conservation and protection of the Nairobi National Park and wildlife dispersal area. Help us conserve and celebrate this environment. To get access to the June 2022, The FoNNaP Newsletter, click

FoNNaP's Treasure Hunt On Sunday 3rd Of July At The Nairobi National Park

THE AMAZING GIRAFFES OF NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK!!! - BY GARETH JONES Looking down from the wall of the Hyena dam, I watched as some giraffes lined up to drink out of a tiny pool of water below the dam, seeming to

FoNNaP is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization that aims to support the conservation and protection of the Nairobi National Park and wildlife dispersal area. Help us conserve and celebrate this environment. To get access to the 34th Edition of FoNNaP (Friends of

FoNNaP Is Having A Birdwalk At Karura Forest This Saturday, 28th Of May This Saturday, 28th of May, FoNNaP has organized a birdwalk at Karura Forest, for one and all! The birdwalk participants will convene at the Limuru gate. Come

FoNNaP is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization that aims to support the conservation and protection of the Nairobi National Park and wildlife dispersal area. Help us conserve and celebrate this environment. To get access to the 33rd Edition of FoNNaP (Friends of

FoNNaP is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization that aims to support the conservation and protection of the Nairobi National Park and wildlife dispersal area. Help us conserve and celebrate this environment. To get access to the 32nd Edition of FoNNaP (Friends of

Help Us Safeguard Nairobi National Park Become A FoNNaP Member Today! With its 117 km² of Savanna Forest and wetlands bordering Kenya’s capital, Nairobi National Park harbours an abundance of wildlife as well as many species close to extinction. While the park

Support The Nairobi National Park, By Ordering This Amazing FoNNaP 2022 Official Calendar. Features Great Photos Of Wildlife, Don't Miss Out! Friends of Nairobi National Park (FoNNAP) is a non-profit making membership society dedicated to nurturing and preserving the biodiversity

Nairobi National Park: Total Ground Wildlife Census The Nairobi National Park (NNP) total ground wildlife census took place on 12th December, 2021. The Wildlife Research and Training Institute, Friends of Nairobi National Park (FONNAP) and Kenya Wildlife Service along with participants

FoNNaP is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization that aims to support the conservation and protection of the Nairobi National Park and wildlife dispersal area. Help us conserve and celebrate this environment. To get access to the 31st Edition of FoNNaP (Friends of

FoNNaP is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization that aims to support the conservation and protection of the Nairobi National Park and wildlife dispersal area. Help us conserve and celebrate this environment. To get access to the 30th Edition of FoNNaP (Friends of

FoNNaP Is Having A Parthenium Pullout Exercise In The Nairobi National Park This Saturday, 8th Of January FoNNaP is on a mission to eradicate invasive species from Nairobi National Park. The plant species of interest is Parthenium Hysterophorous that is spreading

FoNNaP is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization that aims to support the conservation and protection of the Nairobi National Park and wildlife dispersal area. Help us conserve and celebrate this environment. To get access to the 29th Edition of FoNNaP (Friends of

FoNNaP is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization that aims to support the conservation and protection of the Nairobi National Park and wildlife dispersal area. Help us conserve and celebrate this environment. To get access to the 28th Edition of FoNNaP (Friends of

To mark the 75th anniversary of Nairobi National Park, well-wishers of Nairobi National Park have joined together with Kenya Wildlife Service & local tree-planting organizations to restore the green line between the Southern bypass and the Park.

FoNNaP's Treasure Hunt On Sunday 17th Of October At The Nairobi National Park FoNNaP's Treasure Hunt On Sunday 17th Of October At The Nairobi National Park FoNNaP (Friends of Nairobi National Park) is having a Treasure Hunt at the Nairobi National

FoNNaP is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization that aims to support the conservation and protection of the Nairobi National Park and wildlife dispersal area. Help us conserve and celebrate this environment. To get access to the 27th Edition of FoNNaP (Friends of

FoNNaP is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization that aims to support the conservation and protection of the Nairobi National Park and wildlife dispersal area. Help us conserve and celebrate this environment. To get access to the 26th Edition of FoNNaP (Friends of

FoNNaP is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization that aims to support the conservation and protection of the Nairobi National Park and wildlife dispersal area. Help us conserve and celebrate this environment. To get access to the 25th Edition of FoNNaP (Friends of

FoNNaP is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization that aims to support the conservation and protection of the Nairobi National Park and wildlife dispersal area. Help us conserve and celebrate this environment. To get access to the 22nd Edition of FoNNaP (Friends of

Join FoNNaP & Be Part Of Keeping The Park Alive To get access to the 21st Edition of FoNNaP (Friends of Nairobi National Park), Click on the link below: TO BECOME A MEMBER PAY ONLY 3,000KES ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEE PER PERSON

Kipini Conservation Fundraiser With Raabia & Nusrat Honorary KWS Ranger, Raabia Hawa approached Pwani Animal Welfare with a desperate need to relocate the feral cats that were hunting reptiles, small mammals, and birds vital to the balance of the Kipini Conservation

Join FoNNaP & Be Part Of Keeping The Park Alive To get access to the 20th Edition of FoNNaP (Friends of Nairobi National Park), Click on the link below: TO BECOME A MEMBER PAY ONLY 3,000KES ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEE PER PERSON

Join FoNNaP & Be Part Of Keeping The Park Alive To get access to the 19th Edition of FoNNaP (Friends of Nairobi National Park), Click on the link below: TO BECOME A MEMBER PAY ONLY 2000KES ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEE PER PERSON

FoNNaP (Friends of Nairobi National Park) is having a Barbeque Fundraiser at MATBRONZE CAFE on Saturday 20th February at 4:30 pm. There will be lots of amazing raffle prizes & all proceeds will be going towards conservation projects in the

FoNNaP Merchandise For Sale Payment Details:MPESA TILL No. 275211Cheques and Credit Card AcceptedCheques to: Friends Of Nairobi National Park(FoNNaP Members get a 10% Discount)All Proceeds Support FoNNaP’s Programs in the Park and Administrative Cost.

NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK - CROC SHOCK!!! - By GARETH JONES It was a cold cloudy morning as I sat quietly at the Hyena dam, waiting and watching to see what bird action there was. Suddenly a movement caught my attention, the

Join FoNNaP & Be Part Of Keeping The Park Alive To get access to the 18th Edition of FoNNaP (Friends of Nairobi National Park), CHRISTMAS EDITION, Click on the link below: TO BECOME A MEMBER PAY ONLY 2000KES ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEE

Join FoNNaP & Be Part Of Keeping The Park Alive To get access to the 17th Edition of FoNNaP (Friends of Nairobi National Park) Click on the link below: TO BECOME A MEMBER PAY ONLY 2000KES ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEE PER PERSON

Join FoNNaP & Be Part Of Keeping The Park Alive To get access to the 16th Edition of FoNNaP (Friends of Nairobi National Park) Click on the link below: TO BECOME A MEMBER PAY ONLY 2000KES ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEE PER PERSON

Join FoNNaP & Be Part Of Keeping The Park Alive To get access to the 15th Edition of FoNNaP (Friends of Nairobi National Park) Click on the link below: TO BECOME A MEMBER PAY ONLY 2000KES ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEE PER PERSON OR

Join FoNNaP & Be Part Of Keeping The Park Alive To get access to the 13th Edition of FoNNaP (Friends of Nairobi National Park) Click on the link below: PARTICIPATE IN THE FoNNaP MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP DRIVE: Introduce a new member to FoNNaP!!! The more

Wildlife Conservation With Raabia Hawa Last Thursday, Kenya lost a young lioness to reckless driving along the Loitoktok- Emali road. Roadkill isn’t something new to Kenyans, but when it begins to threaten the survival of a species, we should all be very

Join FoNNaP & Be Part Of Keeping The Park Alive To get access to the 12th Edition of FoNNaP (Friends of Nairobi National Park) Click on the link below: TO BECOME A MEMBER PAY ONLY 2000KES ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEE PER PERSON OR

The Final Run: A Conservationist's Nightmare - Written by Raabia Hawa Browsing peacefully in the Maasai steppe in Kenya under the light of the moon, this giraffe was suddenly ambushed by two men on a motorbike. Scared, she ran as they chased

Wildlife Conservation - Raabia Hawa Conserving wildlife has been an uphill challenge from the very beginning. None the less, there remain committed people who would do anything to see our ecosystems thrive once again. I am so fortunate to be a

FoNNaP Celebrated Their 25 Years At The Brookhouse International School on the 16th Of February 2020

FoNNaP Celebrating 25 Years At The Brookhouse International School BROOKHOUSE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL this Sunday 16th February from 12 pm.

FoNNaP Celebrating 25 Years At The KWS HQ Club House - Nairobi National Park FoNNaP is celebrating its 25th year in 2020 and we are starting the year with a celebration luncheon at the KWS Club House on Sunday 16th February

NAIROBI LAKES - WET, WILD & WONDERFUL!!! - By GARETH JONES Let us just imagine for a moment …We parked near the main gate with a new sign that stated “WELCOME TO NAIROBI LAKES NATIONAL PARK”, and prepared to pay our

NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK: THE UNSUNG HERO – MERVYN COWIE!!! - By GARETH JONES In 1898 the Uganda Railway project reached a point where there was a swampy section at the railway marker of “mile 326”. The water was deemed clean and

NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK - THE WORLD OF ANTS!! - By GARETH JONES My vehicle stopped suddenly near the Kingfisher picnic site, in front me a moving mass snaked its way across the road, a closer inspection revealed seemingly millions of red

LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK - WORTH A VISIT!! - By GARETH JONES For many years we have enjoyed occasional weekend visits to Lake Nakuru National Park. It is indeed a wonderful place to escape from the hectic city life of Nairobi.

MERU NATIONAL PARK: 'MAGNIFICENT MERU' - By GARETH JONES The alarm clock buzzed at 04h00, we rapidly awoke and packed a few remaining items into our car and left Nairobi just after 05H00. I always try to plan safari trips out

NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK'S LIONS ALSO KNOWN AS PANTHERA LEO - By GARETH JONES For thousands of years, lions (Panthera leo) have roamed the area we call Nairobi today. Humans have also co-existed with wildlife in this area for thousands of years.

NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK - NEARLY NEXT DOOR!! - By GARETH JONES The alarm clock buzzed at 05h00 as we awoke to a new day and arrived at the gate just after 06H00. On a number of occasions, people have seen some

NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK - THE SAFARI SAMARITANS - BY GARETH JONESOne thing that has always touched me in life, is when people help those in need, especially when they expect nothing in return. Many people know the biblical parable of

THE NAIROBI ELEPHANTS - BABIES & IVORY - BY GARETH JONES Recently whilst stopping at the Ivory burn site with a visitor, I noticed some lesser striped swallows on top of one of the piles of burnt ivory. As I stood

THE NAIROBI SERVALS - A SERVAL FAMILY! - BY GARETH JONES When driving in the Nairobi National Park, always be prepared for those “suddenly” moments when you see something rare or special. It is good to drive with your camera ON!

THE NAIROBI LIONS - LIONS ON SIGNS - BY GARETH JONES Recently I saw many vehicles parked along the main road near No. 2 junction, so instead of joining the “lion jam”, I watched from a distance hoping the lions might

THE NAIROBI VEGETATION- A GREEN SCENE! - BY GARETH JONES After some good rain, new life often blossoms in many ways. Flowers blossom with bright splashes of colour, standing out magnificently against the green surroundings, and the dry drab grasses erupt