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Recent Care for Nature News
World Wetlands Day 2019 celebrated at Khayelitsha Wetlands Park
Friday, 01 February 2019, dawned bright and clear, and proved the perfect day for the world wetlands educational event held at the Khayelitsha Wetlands Park. Excited learners from Impundelo Primary School were welcomed by Miss Earth South Africa Ambassador, Margo Tamzone Adonis who spoke about the importance of appreciating and conserving our natural heritage. Learners split […]
Our 5 Favourite Overnight Hiking Trails in the Western Cape
CapeNature manages large areas in the Western Cape mountains that are just perfect for hiking with friends and family. We’ve already named our five must-try day hiking trails you simply have to experience if you’re an outdoor enthusiast. In this blog, we select our favourite overnight hiking trails in the Western Cape. 1) The Whale […]
Exciting line up of top SA artists announced for Jimmy Nevis Camp-Out
The clock is ticking down for the much-anticipated Jimmy Nevis Camp-Out at Algeria and the excitement has been cranked up a notch with the announcement of a talented line up of top South African artists for the event. The Voice SA season 2 Winner, Craig Lucas as well as guitar and beatbox duo Acoustic Element […]
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African Penguins
The African Penguin has seen a large decrease in numbers during the 20th century. This precious species is now endangered and the Penguin Promises Waddle is taking place this week. The African Penguin currently faces many threats and the population is dwindling at an alarming rate. Did you know historically, the decrease in numbers was from egg and guano harvesting? However, since these harvestings have stopped, marine pollution and depleted food sources from overfishing has led to the continuous decrease in numbers.