Traveling to the Kalahari with TTK was genuinely one of the best experiences of my life. It had been a dream of mine to study tracking with the San Bushmen for many years and TTK turned this dream into reality. This program celebrates the nuanced society and culture of the San Bushmen, a culture that balances the ancient and the modern, without shying away from the hard reality of a marginalized indigenous people. The community formed during the TTK program is firmly based on the principles of respect and mutual benefit. The staff are dedicated to respecting our hosts' wishes and strive to give back equally to what we are given... and we as participants are given so much. Our hosts generously share their vibrant culture with us: their tracking knowledge and deep understanding of the landscape, dancing, music, crafts, and stories. The friendships and connections made in this cross-cultural village are genuine and lasting, and its impact will resonate for the rest of my life. I am deeply grateful for this experience, for the people I met, and for the renewed respect and appreciation I have gained for the Bushmen culture. Thank you, TTK!

Kristi Freese - 2026 Participant