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Take a scenic walk in the Kogel Bay area – Saturday, 24th August 2013

Take a scenic walk in the Kogel Bay area – Saturday, 24th August 2013

You probably know Kogel bay as one of the most beautiful beaches in our area. And of course it is well known as a surfers paradise.

However, Kogel bay has a lot more to offer the person who enjoys the company of the outdoors. Just across …

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Fabulous and Fascinating Fungi – discover a hidden kingdom

Fabulous and Fascinating Fungi – discover a hidden kingdom

On Friday 19th July 2013 the Eco-Rangers enjoyed rummaging through the damp forests in search of fungi. The children discovered at least 6 different types of mushroom, including one jelly fungi and lots of mycelium.

Later they examined the specimens collected by looking through the microscope and then …

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Cape Leopard Trust visits the Helderberg Eco-Rangers

Cape Leopard Trust visits the Helderberg Eco-Rangers

On Friday 2nd August 2013 the Eco-Rangers were privileged to have Anita Meyer from The Cape Leopard Trust (CLT) visit. Anita spent time with the children explaining many interesting facts and findings about our Cape Leopard.

The majority of the discussion involved showing how a Cuddeback camera …

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Cheetah Outreach – exciting and informative

Cheetah Outreach – exciting and informative

We had an exciting and informative visit to the Cheetah outreach last Friday. Everyone learned a lot about cheetahs and the Turkish Anatolian Shepherd dogs that they breed. It was a privilege to see the majestic cheetahs so close up.

The servals, caracals, jackals, bat eared foxes and meerkats …

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Great start to the Eco Rangers club

Great start to the Eco Rangers club

As most of you will know, the Eco-Rangers have been going for several years. In fact we started in July 2009!

Our web site is finally up so you can find out more of what we are about and how you can join us to learn more about the …

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