Today during field work we finished four vegetation plots
that we had started earlier in the week. These plots represent vegetation
response in secondary succession after burn events. Basically, this means that
some of these plots are burned annually, some are burned in bi-yearly or even
longer intervals, and others are not burned. The main goal is to assess how
these different plant species grow under such varying conditions.
In the afternoon, we met with Emree, a photojournalism
graduate student from UT, and Alfino, a local musician from D’Kar. Emree is
working on a project with Alfino. He is from a San community, and his music
blends traditional San music with contemporary styles. He spoke to us about the
empowerment and education of San people in modern society. He also shared one
of his songs with us and explained the meanings behind his music.
Last evening was taco night. Everyone worked together in
making a dinner that is a little closer to home. Francisco, our TA, taught us
how to put together an authentic Mexican dinner from scratch, with Eland meat.
This hardy meal fueled us for our badminton tournament, and our last week of
fieldwork here at Thakadu Camp!
Alfino and Emree introducing themselves to the group.
Sophia, Virginia, and the rest of the group preparing
tortillas for taco night!
Tortilla assembly line.
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