Vredendal - CapeNature welcomes the sentencing of Mr. D. J. Human of Bloemfontein, who was charged under the Nature Conservation Ordinance 19 of 1974 for the poaching of succulent plants.

Christmas is almost here, with many of us looking forward to relaxation and time off with friends and family. At the same time, many corporates are planning the dreaded/daunting employee Christmas rewards and year end functions.

It has been 3 years since CapeNature was last in the position to host an annual Peer Learning Workshop that could compare to previous ones. This workshop however will be remembered for the positive energy that was brought about by CapeNature stewardship staff and our incredible partners in the landscape.

For a hungry person breakfast comes before conservation. The Groenvlei carp project aims to remove invasive carp from the system while at the same time creating a positive spin off for the communities in need.

An unbelievable Black Friday deal is on its way, and you are gonna love it! All will be revealed at the stroke of midnight on Thursday, 24 November.

October marks National Marine Month. Due to the ever-increasing pressures on the ocean ecosystems and species from pollution, overfishing, mining, energy generation projects and changing climate, there is a critical need to set aside parts of each oceanic ecosystem for conservation purposes.

CapeNature took the opportunity to host an exhibition at the 31st Whale Festival held in Hermanus from 30 September to 2 October.The exhibition focused on our marine protected areas, but also provided an opportunity for parents to subscribe their children to CapeNature’s Cubs Club in real time.

The monitoring of rivers has been going for many years but monitoring of wetlands was only initiated this year. All the monitoring projects fall within the Integrated Work Plan and Eco-matrix planning for the relevant Nature Reserves. These include, Jonkershoek, Hottentots Holland, Limietberg, Kogelberg and Waterval-Hexriver Nature Reserve Complex.

Due to the high number of fires that occur as a result of negligence, it is critical that everyone is aware of the significant role they can play in stopping veldfires before they start. Veldfires place all fire-fighters at risk as they put their lives in danger to protect life, property, and biodiversity.

Conserve, explore and experience CapeNature’s destinations by purchasing a Wild Card. Visit our nature reserves in the most cost-effective way! Purchase a CapeNature cluster today!

World Tourism Day is internationally commemorated on 27 September on an annual basis, and in 2022, the focus will return to reimagining the future of tourism. September marks Tourism Month which is an exciting time for South Africans as they are encouraged to explore the many hidden gems available right on their doorstep.

All Rocklands permits purchased online will remain unchanged for 2022. Rocklands partners viz. CapeNature, Travelers Rest, de Pakhuys, Agterpakhuis and Kleinfontein have deliberated and considering the increasing cost of living, collectively decided to ensure tourists can still enjoy climbing in the Cederberg Wilderness by keeping the Rocklands Bouldering permit fee unchanged.