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How Western Cape fires and drought have affected critically endangered geometric tortoises
The Geometric Tortoise (Psammobates geometricus) is a beautiful specimen of the chelonian family. Its domed geometric-like hard shell, striking summer-sunset yellow and black radiating pattern makes it the Fabergé egg of the tortoise world. When the terrestrial tortoise is fully grown, it reaches only five to six inches. Unfortunately, this already endangered species has been […]
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Where do fish go? Lessons from the De Hoop Marine Protected Area
Guest author: Dr John Filmalter Researchers from the South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity (SAIAB) have been studying the movement patterns of several of South Africa’s iconic fishery species for the past 15 years. This research has taken Dr Paul Cowley and his team on a journey that started out in a single Eastern Cape estuary […]
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CapeNature and Warrior on Wheels a team to be reckoned with!
CapeNature is delighted to be partnering with the Warrior on Wheels Foundation for the third successive year at the 2019 Cape Town Cycle Tour. We’re helping to fund three custom-made buggies that will enable differently-abled children to be in the heart of the action during the race. Each of the children is paired with a […]
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CapeNature ready to flick the ‘Always On’ switch
CapeNature celebrates 20 years of nurturing nature in 2019 and as part of our ongoing commitment to an ‘always on’ philosophy, we’re evolving our networking infrastructure to improve service delivery. So mark the date – 01 April 2019 – when we’ll be one convenient call away at 087 087 9262 for all your enquiries and applications.
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CapeNature marks 20 years celebrations with intimate Jimmy Nevis musical Camp-Out
CapeNature and acclaimed musician, Jimmy Nevis, merged conservation tourism and top class entertainment in the form of a unique, two-night outdoor camping experience at the weekend in the Cederberg Wilderness. Campers and locals were treated to one-of-a-kind intimate acoustic session from the likes of The Voice SA season 2 winner, Craig Lucas, and groundbreaking duo […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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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CapeNature staff open hearts in support of fire-stricken Wuppertal residents
On 30 December 2018, a devastating fire swept through the small town of Wuppertal in the Cederberg. Many residents lost their homes and everything they owned in the ensuing chaos. Subsequently a call went out throughout CapeNature regions for donations of clothes, bedding and non-perishable items to those affected. CapeNature staff opened their hearts and […]
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A positive perspective following the fires
News broke shortly after New Years that mountains along the Betty’s Bay coast had caught fire, making devastating headlines as the situation quickly escalated. The fire spread quickly and posed concern for communities within the Hermanus region and a group effort by multiple fire-fighting agencies was required in order to tackle the multitude of flames […]
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FOUR reasons not to miss the Jimmy Nevis Camp-Out
CapeNature and acclaimed musician and songwriter, Jimmy Nevis, merge conservation tourism and top class entertainment in the form of a unique, two-night outdoor camping experience from 15 – 17 February 2019. Book your tickets today and rub shoulders with some of the most talented musicians in South Africa, listening to intimate acoustic performances while enjoying […]
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CapeNature embraces the spirit of giving this holiday
In the spirit of the festive season, the CapeNature People and Conservation Programme in partnership with the Youth Environmental Service Programme (YES) put smiles on the faces of the less fortunate and elderly by spending time at the Unakho Children’s Home Care and Sizamile Independent Old Age Home in Langa, an informal settlement in Cape […]
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BOOK NOW – An Intimate Music Weekend with Jimmy Nevis
CapeNature and multi-award nominated South African Musician Jimmy Nevis have collaborated to bring conservation tourism to the masses through music. A first of its kind, two-night outdoor camping experience with one of the Cape’s coolest pop hit-makers will be held in the Cederberg Wilderness Area in early 2019. This summer, musical fans and nature lovers […]
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Stay Safe this Summer
The Western Cape is an amazing destination for the holidays and CapeNature reserves offer plenty of options for friends and family to appreciate nature, from a trip to the coast to a mountain walk with stunning waterfalls and natural views. But while you’re out having fun, be aware of dangers take may lurk in the […]
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Holiday Spots Still Available
If you haven’t booked your summer holidays for the family yet, you’re running out of time fast. But all is not yet lost. if you act quickly, you can still secure a prime spot of real estate at one of our reserves dotted around the Western Cape. BOOK ONLINE To secure your booking at Goukamma, […]
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CapeNature and SAPS tackle crime in local townships
CapeNature, in partnership with Nyanga South African Police Service (SAPS) hosted a year-long Youth Leadership programme tackling social challenges faced by young boys residing in Nyanga and Philippi. The Nyanga Youth Leadership programme recruits young boys between the ages 13 and 15-years’ who are in grades six and seven from Hlengisa Primary School, Liwa Primary […]
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5 need-to-know Visitor Tips
Visiting one of our reserves this Summer? Follow these simple guidelines to ensure your stay is a safe one.
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Fire Partners Ready for Summer Season
Just over 200 delegates attended the official opening of the Western Cape Wildfire Season at the Lourensford Wine Estate, Somerset West, on Wednesday, 28 November 2018 which was held under the auspices of the Western Cape Umbrella Fire Protection Association. Anton Bredell, the Minister of Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning in the Western […]
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CapeNature tackles youth unemployment through educational YES Programme
CapeNature and the Department of Environmental Affairs celebrated its successful first year of the Youth Environmental Services (YES) Programme. The initiative saw 110 youth participants graduating. Together both entities aim to address the ever-growing challenges of youth unemployment and prioritise local communities living in and adjacent to the nature reserves across the Western Cape. The […]
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Call for Comment: Dassen Coastal Complex Management Plan
Notification of Stakeholder Engagement process and an invitation to attend a public meeting to provide inputs and comments to the draft Protected Area Management Plan for the DASSEN COASTAL COMPLEX (Dassen Island, Seal Ledges, Riverlands Nature Reserve and the Ganzekraal Conservation Area). The objective of this management plan is to ensure that the protection, conservation […]
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Call for Comment: Cederberg Complex World Heritage Site Management Plan
This is a notification of the stakeholder engagement process and an invitation to attend a public meeting to provide inputs and comments to the draft Protected Area Management Plan for the Cederberg Complex World Heritage Site. Management plans for protected areas are required in terms of section 39(2) of the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas […]
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Call for Comment: Management Plan for Boland Mountain Complex World Heritage Site
This is a notification of the stakeholder engagement process and an invitation to attend a public meeting to provide inputs and comments to the draft Protected Area Management Plan for the Boland Mountain Complex World Heritage Site. Management plans for protected areas are required in terms of section 39(2) of the National Environmental Management: Protected […]
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A safer experience in nature for all
In celebration of the fast-approaching festive season, CapeNature, the biodiversity conservation authority in the Western Cape, will implement a no alcohol and illegal substance ban at Limietberg and Assegaaibosch nature reserves’ picnic areas effective from Thursday, 1 November. This is in a bid to create a safe and trusted experience in nature for visitors of […]
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