ABOUT US
Sentinel Training Center
The Sentinel Training Center is the heart of our operations — a specialized facility dedicated to preparing individuals and teams for real-world conservation and tactical missions.
→ Where conservation and security meet excellence.
Close Protection (CPO) Division
Our CPO Division provides international Close Protection and Risk Management Services for private clients, executives, public figures, and NGOs.
We specialize in high-standard, discreet protection and operational planning — whether for urban environments, remote areas, or travel operations across South Africa and abroad.
→ Discretion. Precision. Professionalism.
Sentinel K9 Division
The Sentinel K9 Division focuses on the training of professional K9 handlers and the development of operational dogs for Anti-Poaching Units, K9 security teams, and law enforcement agencies.
→ Trained to protect. Born to serve.
Wildlife Rescue & Protection (Hope’s Heaven Project)
Through our non-profit initiative, Hope’s Heaven, we are building a wildlife rescue, rehabilitation, and protection program dedicated to endangered species such as rhinos, predators, and other at-risk animals in South Africa.
This project represents the heart of our mission, combining compassion with professional care.
→ Rescue. Rehabilitate. Protect.
Security & Farm Protection Services
As a registered Security Service Provider, Sentinel of Nature in cooperation with Sentinel APU offers contracted security solutions for farms, reserves, and private estates across South Africa.
We deploy and manage trained security teams to ensure safety, stability, and rapid response in rural and conservation environments.
→ Safeguarding the land, the people, and the wildlife.
Partnerships, Education & International Cooperation
Sentinel of Nature partners with companies and organizations worldwide to create unique retreats and awareness programs that bring people closer to the world of Anti-Poaching Rangers.
Together, we share knowledge, build understanding, and inspire global support for those who protect our planet’s wildlife every day.
→ United in purpose. Protecting those who protect life.
Mogli
Founder
Known as Mogli, he is one of the founders of Sentinel of Nature and an experienced K9 leader and instructor .
His deep commitment to wildlife protection led him to develop and lead training for anti-poaching units, security professionals, and civilians, focusing on tactical readiness, K9 operations, and conservation awareness.
Through Sentinel of Nature, Mogli continues to inspire others to defend our planet’s most vulnerable species — especially rhinos and large predators — combining discipline, compassion, and purpose in every mission.
→ “Protect those who cannot protect themselves.”
Nico M.
GM / Lead Instructor Anti Poaching
Nico Mitter, is one of the most skilled specialists in human and animal tracking within the conservation and security fields.
With over eight years of frontline experience in anti-poaching operations across Africa, he has mastered the art of reading terrain, interpreting movement, and following tracks under any conditions — from arid savannas to mountain terrain and night missions.
As Head of Anti-Poaching & Wildlife Operations, Nico leads all field training and operational planning, combining tactical precision with deep conservation knowledge to prepare the next generation of wildlife protectors.
→ “Every track tells a story — and every story deserves to be protected.”
Markus S.
Lead Instructor Tactical Operations & Long-Range Training
Markus began his military career in 2009 with the German Army, completing sergeant and paratrooper training, followed by Ranger School, Static Line, and Fast Rope qualifications.
After successfully passing Ranger Selection in 2013, he specialized in CQB, long-range marksmanship, SERE, and mountain warfare, completing numerous SOF sniper and instructor courses across Norway, Spain, Austria, Switzerland, and Sweden, as well as a deployment to Afghanistan.
As Lead Instructor for Tactical Operations and Long-Range Training at Sentinel of Nature, Markus combines his German SOF background with years of operational experience to deliver advanced training for rangers, security professionals, and specialized units worldwide.
→ “Precision is more than skill — it’s a mindset.”
Our Team and Partner.
At Sentinel of Nature, we work side by side with a diverse team of experienced rangers, instructors, and international partners united by one mission — to protect life and share real-world knowledge.
Celebrity Ambassadors & Supporters
Our mission is supported by public figures, athletes, artists, and thought leaders who use their influence to stand up for wildlife protection and conservation.
Our Celebrity Ambassadors share our core values — discipline, responsibility, and respect for life. They support our work by raising awareness, participating in projects and retreats, and helping bring global attention to the fight against poaching and wildlife crime.
Each ambassador represents more than a name or a face — they represent a commitment to protect endangered species, support frontline rangers, and inspire responsibility for the natural world.
→ Stand with us. Protect what matters.
