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.
View of False Bay
However, Kogel bay has a lot more to offer the person who enjoys the company of the outdoors. Just across from the beach and the surf is a world where you’ll discover some of the finest mountain fynbos.
Disperis capensis
To add to that, there are many species of birds to be found if you have the time to sit quietly and wait. There are a few smaller animals to be spotted, however, these are shy. You might be lucky to come across a Cape leopard, klipspringer and grysbok. Baboons, dassies and hares are fairly common. Finally, you will be surrounded by the most spectacular views with the isolated and remarkably unspoilt, craggy mountains on one side and the deep blue False bay on the other.
Andreas Groenewald (a professional field guide) will be your guide for the day. He will be sharing his extensive knowledge of the area. Don’t miss out on this opportunity.
The Eco-Rangers at Kogel Bay
Who can join: This walk is only open to persons over the age of 6.
Fitness level: This is a relatively easy walk as we’ll be doing the lower circular route and coming back along the coast.
Meet at: 9h00
Where: At the conservation office opposite the Kogel Bay resort / caravan park. This is on your left hand side of Clarence drive if you are travelling from Somerset West.
Due back: 14h00 or thereabouts
Enjoying a refreshing break
What to bring:
1. Comfortable walking shoes
2. Hat
3. Sunscreen
4. Enough to drink
5. Lunch and snacks for a picnic (we will be stopping to picnic on the beach)
6. A camera if you have one
Note: This walk is organised by the Helderberg Eco-Rangers and as a result there will be children walking with us.
Please let us know by Wednesday, 21st August if you want to join us.
