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Jack Hanna’s “Into the Wild” film crew coming to Africa


Jack Hanna’s “Into the Wild” film crew coming to Africa

October 28, 2011 Columbus, Ohio

Renowned animal-expert and conservationist, Jack Hanna, is taking his “Jack Hanna’s Into the Wild” (“Into the Wild”) film crew to Africa in search of endangered wildlife, high adventure, and fascinating cultures! “Into the Wild” is an Emmy Award winning television program aired in the United States.

Jack is always looking for new and exciting stories for his viewers. This November, Jack is working with Southern Africa Travel operated by Giltedge Travel and the Mantis Collection and its expert staff has organized an amazing adventure!

“I’ve been visiting and filming in Africa for over 30 years, and I’ve never—ever—seen an itinerary like this one! We’re covering 4 countries—Zambia, Zimbabwe, Namibia and Botswana—to look for the best in animal and conservation stories,“ said Jack Hanna. “The schedule is truly unique and will put our film crew in the best possible situations to film wildlife!”

Jack and crew will be staying at some of the finest properties Africa has to offer, highlighted by the Mantis Collection’s of Royal Chundu (Zambia) and the remarkable Zambezi Queen (deluxe riverboat based in Namibia).

About Jack Hanna
Animal expert Jungle Jack Hanna’s hands-on approach has won him widespread acclaim as Director Emeritus of the Columbus Zoo, conservationist, author, television personality, and lifelong adventurer. Recognized around the country as America’s favorite zookeeper, Jack has made countless television appearances since 1983 on shows such as Good Morning America, The Late Show with David Letterman, Larry King Live, The Talk, The Maury Show, Fox News Programs, and CNN News Programs. He is the host of TV’s Jack Hanna’s Animal Adventures, Jack Hanna’s Into the Wild, and Jack Hanna’s Wild Countdown. For more information, visit www.jackhanna.com

About Jack Hanna’s Into the Wild
Jack Hanna’s Into the Wild, sponsored by Nationwide Insurance and the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, is a nationally syndicated E.I. series takes viewers on excursions around the world through the eyes of America’s most beloved animal adventurer and his family. More than just a collection of animal escapades, Into the Wild provides insight into the protection and conservation of some of our planet’s most precious and endangered species. Into the Wild is unscripted; action packed, and was awarded an Emmy for Outstanding Children’s Series in 2008. The adventures continue as Into the Wild begins its fourth season in September 2010. For more information, please check out www.jhitw.com.

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