ECGMA has as its primary objective the conservation of the natural resources of the Eastern Cape, based on the principles of private enterprise. This is achieved through:
- Conservation via sustainable utilisation
- The correct management of wildlife in the Eastern Cape
- The introduction and conservation of suitable species
- The economical marketing of wildlife and wildlife products
- Research in wildlife management and conservation
- Knowledge, love and respect for wild life
- Strict observance of laws, ordinances and regulations relating to hunting and wildlife conservation
Other Aims
- To conduct or organise training and educational courses for its members.
- To pursue its activities without political or sectarian bias.
- To make knowledge available with regard to game management and association activities by means of newsletters, publications, meetings, demonstrations, lectures, workshops and tours of game ranches.
- To assist and collaborate with and/or act as liaison between members and the authorities in furthering the interests of game management.
- To promote, support or oppose as may be deemed expedient, any proposed legislative or other measure affecting the interest of members.
- To collaborate with the other organisations of similar or allied objectives and to become affiliated to such other organisations.
Management of the Association
- Permanent office in Despatch (20 km inland from Port Elizabeth)
- Full time CEO with appropriate qualifications and experience
- Secretary
- Full time Training / Marketing officer
- Executive Committee with designated members for Association Divisions and activities