Cheetahs in Texas

Yesterday I helped host yet another Cheetah Conservation Fund event but this time in Texas!  A few weeks ago I was asked to join the team planning the event, recruiting people to attend the VIP meet and greet for Dr. Laurie Marker's last stop on her Spring Tour in the USA.  It took place at Redstone Golf Club in Houston with special guests Kito and Kiburi, six year old cheetah brothers from the Houston Zoo!

Laurie talked about me a few times during her talk, which made me feel very special.  She even introduced me to the crowd as "one of her kids."  It was a great event, perfect for shmoozing with people of like interests (including poop lovers).  I met business owners, world travelers and fellow graduate students.  Plus, I always like to hear Laurie speak about the cheetahs.

I also had the opportunity to meet Jenna, a future conservationist who was featured in the Spring 2012 Cheetah Strides (below).  It was her dream to meet Laurie and now that she's checked that off her list of things to do she can focus all her incredible enthusiasm on taking herself to Namibia.  I was quite impressed with her focus and determination.  This little one is going places!

Spring 2012 Cheetah Strides Page 5.
And while you're looking, check out the article on my scent detection pups on page 4.