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Adventures for Everyone!
"Rusty's way with animals, including humans, is magical."
-Dr. Sylvia Earle, National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence
Who is Rusty Johnson?
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With over two decades of experience as an explorer, wildlife expert, and Amazon jungle guide, Rusty Johnson has become a trusted consultant for renowned networks such as National Geographic Television, Discovery Channel, Animal Planet, A&E, and Dateline. His expertise and charisma have led him to appear with his wildlife on shows like Late Night with Conan O’Brien, The Today Show, and The Late Show with David Letterman.
Rusty has conducted over 3,000 live animal wildlife lectures at public and private schools, as well as prestigious educational institutions like Princeton University, The Explorers Club, and the American Museum of Natural History. These lectures offer students a rare opportunity to learn about wildlife and conservation directly from a seasoned adventurer.
-George Schaller, Vice President of Science and Exploration
Wildlife Conservation Fund
"Every country should have at least one person like Rusty Johnson."
Rusty has also led over 30 expeditions into the Amazon, where he has delivered vital supplies and medicine to Amazon children in need, earning him the nickname "Tarzan Santa Claus." His hands-on approach and dedication to conservation have made him a beloved figure in both the academic and naturalist communities.
In addition to his teaching and television work, Rusty is the author of The Twilight of the Wild, a captivating book that chronicles his "wild" life including a 3,000-mile trek through southern Africa.
This book delves into diverse ecosystems, the wildlife that inhabits them, the urgent need for conservation efforts, and more. Rusty's narrative is a tribute to the wild and a call to action, inspiring readers to appreciate and protect the natural world.
The book's Foreword is written by legendary Wildlife Conservationist Jim Fowler of Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom.
Rusty Johnson's initiative is a perfect blend of modern technology and the timeless wonder of nature, ensuring that we do not lose our connection with the natural world and our sense of adventure.
Join Rusty's Patreon community today and get the gift of adventure, nature, and exploration.
-Jim Fowler, Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom
“Combined with a mission and messages of the future, not the past, he is a powerful spokesperson that can affect the attitudes of the public in a positive way.”