Speaker, Author and Conservationist

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Best selling author, award winning conservationist, international speaker.

Jonathan offers a variety of public and private presentations, activities, courses and events on conservation and envenomation related topics. Click on the following event links for bookings. Note that events with no link are private events. If you are interested in having me speak at your event, scroll down to the bottom of the page, and send me a message. 

Featured Events

Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Course

Kloofendal Nature Reserve
Sunday 13th September 2026
12pm to 3pm

Based upon the content of Jonathan Leeming's book, Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Book, the Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Course offers a new and innovative science-based first response framework that addresses the burden of scorpion stings in Southern Africa. This first response framework that includes a new symptom classification scheme that defines boundaries, indicate response, the progression of symptoms and timeframes, how to recognise symptoms that can be treated using first aid, and when professional medical intervention is required. First aid protocols are given to all participants. Professional development that offers the knowledge and understanding to assume a leadership role in their organisation and local community.

Details & Online Bookings

Biomimicry Presentation (FREE!)

Kloofendal Nature Reserve
Sunday 11th October 2026
10am to 11am

Jonathan will be presenting his Biomimicry Presentation at Kloofendal Nature Reserve. In this interactive presentation, Jonathan focuses upon biomimicry, and how it can not only be used to overcome the challenges of our time, but also how we can learn from nature to live a happier, healthier and a more meaningful life. 

Note that this is a free event, however, online booking is required. No walk ins will be permitted. Bookings will be open soon.

Details & Online Bookings

September 2026

Bird fair 2026

Biomimicry Walk

Birdfair, Pretoria Botanical Gardens
5th September
9am to 10:30m

The South African Bird Fair, hosted by BirdLife South Africa and supported by Chamberlains Hardware, is the premier annual birding event in the country. I'm pleased to be hosting a Biomimicry Walk at Birdfair 2026 from 9am to 10:30am. After the walk, I'll be at my table with my books and promoting my courses,  events and presentations.

Details & Online Bookings

The Rescue Expo

Bryanston Market
Sunday 6th September
9am to 3pm

Jonathan will be at the Rescue Expo at the Bryanston market on the 6th September. At the Expo, Jonathan will be answering questions on spider bites and scorpion stings in humans and animals, as well as showcasing his books, courses, activities and presentations. If you are in the area, Pop in for a chat!

Mozambique Medical Outreach Programme Maputo

Maputo, Mozambique
9th & 10th September

Jonathan Leeming will be part of a specialist team from South africa, participating in a medical outreach programme. This programme is focused upon the medical treatment of snake bite, spider bite and scorpion sting in Mozambique. Jonathan will be focusing upon spider bite and scorpion stings within the context of Mozambique, help setup protocols and kick start a new understanding of envenomation.

Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Presentation

Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Presentation

Pretoria East
Saturday 12th September
4pm to 5pm

On the 12th September, Jonathan will be speaking at the annual general meeting of EcoGlen, situated in the heart of urban Pretoria East, running along the Moreleta Spruit and the Waterkloof Spruit, between January Masilela Drive and Lynnwood Road, within the suburb of Lynnwood Glen. For further details please go to https://www.ecoglen.org.za 

EcoGlen

Biomimicry Walk

Kloofendal Nature Reserve
Sunday 13th September
9am to 11am

The miracle of nature is that whenever there has been a challenge, there is an organism that has found a way to conquer it. Since humans live under the same laws of nature and under the same conditions, it makes sense that we learn from the inner workings of the natural world to live a happier, healthier and more meaningful life.

For details of this event go to https://www.jonathanleeming.com/biomimicry-walk/

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Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Course

Kloofendal Nature Reserve
Sunday 13th September
12pm to 3pm

The essential scorpion sting first response course offers a new and innovative science-based first response framework that addresses the burden of scorpion stings in Southern Africa across all levels of society. The contents represent a huge leap forward in our understanding of scorpions and scorpion stings. This course is suitable for professional career driven individuals and organisations. Includes supporting resources.

Details & Online Bookings

Creepy Crawly Walk

Crocodile River Reserve
Saturday 19th September
9am to 12am

Jonathan will be leading a creepy crawly walk for the Crocodile river reserve on the 19th September. The walk is suitable for all ages and consists of an exploration of the environment for creepy crawlies. Along the way, Jonathan will throw in ow venom works,  biotechnology, biomimicry, first aid and values and beliefs. 

By supporting this event, you will be supporting conservation efforts in the Crocodile River Reserve. For more details go to the Crocodile River Reserve events page. Booking is essential!

Crocodile River Reserve Events

Creepy Crawly Walk

Koofendal Nature Reserve
Sunday 20th September
8am to 10am

Jonathan will be leading a creepy crawly walk for the Crocodile river reserve on the 19th September. The walk is suitable for all ages and consists of an exploration of the environment for creepy crawlies. Along the way, Jonathan will throw in ow venom works,  biotechnology, biomimicry, first aid and values and beliefs. 

By supporting this event, you will be supporting conservation efforts in the Crocodile River Reserve. For more details go to the Crocodile River Reserve events page. Booking is essential!

Details & Online Bookings

Hoedspruit Roadshow

Hoedspruit and Surrounds
Last week of September

Jonathan will be spending some time in the Hoedspruit area for a series of public and private training courses and events. Details of the roadshow and how to arrange a course or event at your location can be found at www.scorpions.co.za/hoedspruit or send me your ideas and requirements by email on Info@JonathanLeeming.com

Details & Schedule
Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Presentation

Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Presentation

Nature On Tap, Hoedspruit Padel Club
Tuesday 29th September
6pm to 8pm

Jonathan will be speaking for a meeting of Nature On Tap at Hoedspruit Padel Club. This is a free event, however places are limited. For details of how to book, please go to the Nature On Tap website. 

Nature On Tap Website

October 2026

Hoedspruit Farmers Market

Farm House buildings on Zandspruit Boulevard
Saturday 3rd October
7:30am to 1pm

Jonathan will be at the Hoedspruit Farmers Market at the Hoedspruit Reptile Centre stand. If you are planning to be at the market, pop by and say hi!

Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Course

Hoedspruit Reptile Centre
Sunday 4th October
10am to 1pm

Based upon the content of Jonathan Leeming's book, Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Book, the Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Course offers a new and innovative science-based first response framework that addresses the burden of scorpion stings in Southern Africa. This first response framework that includes a new symptom classification scheme that defines boundaries, indicate response, the progression of symptoms and timeframes, how to recognise symptoms that can be treated using first aid, and when professional medical intervention is required. First aid protocols are given to all participants. Professional development that offers the knowledge and understanding to assume a leadership role in their organisation and local community.

Details & Online Bookings

Oppenheimer Research Conference

Midrand
7th to 9th October

I'm excited to be attending and presenting a poster at the 2026 Oppenheimer Research Conference. The years contribution is going to be a game changer for scorpion sting first response in Southern Africa. Further details and conference downloads nearer the conferences date. If you are attending the conference then contact me through the Conference App, Email me on Info@JonathanLeeming.com or hunt me down and say hi :-)

Biomimicry Walk

Kloofendal Nature Reserve
Saturday 10th October
8am to 10am

The miracle of nature is that whenever there has been a challenge, there is an organism that has found a way to conquer it. Since humans live under the same laws of nature and under the same conditions, it makes sense that we learn from the inner workings of the natural world to live a happier, healthier and more meaningful life.

Details & Online Bookings

Biomimicry Presentation

Kloofendal Nature Reserve
Sunday 11th October
10am to 11am

Jonathan will be presenting his Biomimicry Presentation at Kloofendal Nature Reserve. In this interactive presentation, Jonathan focuses upon biomimicry, and how it can not only be used to overcome the challenges of our time, but also how we can learn from nature to live a happier, healthier and a more meaningful life. 

Please book book online.

Details & Online Bookings

Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Course

Kloofendal Nature Reserve
Sunday 11th October
12am to 3pm

Based upon the content of Jonathan Leeming's book, Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Book, the Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Course offers a new and innovative science-based first response framework that addresses the burden of scorpion stings in Southern Africa. This first response framework that includes a new symptom classification scheme that defines boundaries, indicate response, the progression of symptoms and timeframes, how to recognise symptoms that can be treated using first aid, and when professional medical intervention is required. First aid protocols are given to all participants. Professional development that offers the knowledge and understanding to assume a leadership role in their organisation and local community.

Details & Online Bookings

Nature Works Walk

Kloofendal Nature Reserve
Saturday 24th October
8am to 10am

Taken from Jonathan Leeming’s award winning book One World, the Nature Works Walk focuses upon the inner workings of the natural world. During this walk, participants will explore how nature works through concepts such as biodiversity, ecosystem services, planetary boundaries, the value of nature, biomimicry, biotechnology, the human relationship with the environment and so much more.

Details & Online Bookings

November

Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Course

Kloofendal Nature Reserve
Sunday 1st November
9am to 12pm

Based upon the content of Jonathan Leeming's book, Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Book, the Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Course offers a new and innovative science-based first response framework that addresses the burden of scorpion stings in Southern Africa. This first response framework that includes a new symptom classification scheme that defines boundaries, indicate response, the progression of symptoms and timeframes, how to recognise symptoms that can be treated using first aid, and when professional medical intervention is required. First aid protocols are given to all participants. Professional development that offers the knowledge and understanding to assume a leadership role in their organisation and local community.

Biomimicry Walk

Kloofendal Nature Reserve
Sunday 1st November
1pm to 3pm

The miracle of nature is that whenever there has been a challenge, there is an organism that has found a way to conquer it. Since humans live under the same laws of nature and under the same conditions, it makes sense that we learn from the inner workings of the natural world to live a happier, healthier and more meaningful life.

For details of this event go to https://www.jonathanleeming.com/biomimicry-walk/

2027

Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Presentation

Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Presentation

Port Alfred U3A, Port Alfred
Thursday 8th April 2027

Jonathan will be speaking at the April U3A Port Alfred meeting at Settlers Park, Port Alfred. The presentation will be Scorpion Sting First Response. See https://scorpions.co.za/scorpion-sting-first-response-presentation/ 

Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Presentation

Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Presentation

Bathurst Museum
Saturday 3rd April 2027

Jonathan will be speaking at the April U3A Port Alfred meeting at Settlers Park, Port Alfred. The presentation will be Scorpion Sting First Response. See https://scorpions.co.za/scorpion-sting-first-response-presentation/ 

Arrange an event for your organisation or private group

Send your ideas, requirements and dates to Jonathan at Info@JonathanLeeming.com and let's make it happen!

Info@JonathanLeeming.com

Cannot attend any event?

No problem! You can still step up to the leadership challenge of scorpion sting first response in your organisation and community. The Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Book is available and can be dropped off at a central point while Im in the area, or couriered to you. For professional development of career driven individuals such as guides and lodge staff, the Distance Learning Course allows participants to study in their own time and at own own pace.  Contact Jonathan on Info@JonathanLeeming.com for further details or click on the links below. 

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