Future Walks
Saturday, 16 March 2019
Explore the Upper Plateau above Fairy Glen
Enquiries: Tim Attwell 082 3432 501
We ascend the path beside the rock climbers’ paradise of Kasteelkop and traverse the shale band with its different types of fynbos and magnificent views of the Kogelberg and Perdeberg Mountains. After a refreshment break at a good view site we will descend via the steep and stony Klipspringer Path.
Good, sturdy walking shoes or boots, a hat, sunblock and refreshments are mandatory. This trail will appeal to reasonably fit people of all ages and take about three hours.
Meet at Harold Porter National Botanical Gardens at 09h00 to share transport to Fairy Glen.
Saturday, 20 April 2019
Explore Hangklip Peak above Pringle Bay.
Enquiries: Tim Attwell 082 3432 501
A circular, challenging route with spectacular views and fynbos found only on Hangklip Peak. This route is for the brave of heart, young or old – one for your check list. Strong walking shoes or boots, a hiking stick, sunblock, hat, extra water, snacks and other refreshments like energy drinks are needed. Bring clothing for changeable weather. You will earn bragging rights on this one.
Meet at Harold Porter National Botanical Gardens at 09h00 to share transport to Pringle Bay, or, if you live in Pringle Bay or Rooiels, meet at the entrance to the Hangklip Nature Reserve at the top of Stream Road, Pringle Bay at 09h20.
Saturday, 18 May 2019
Walk from Pringle Bay to Rooiels.
Enquiries: Tim Attwell 082 3432 501
A moderate to easy undulating route in front of the Two Sisters Peaks with great views of False Bay, young fynbos starting to mature and interesting birding – possibly the Cape Rock-jumper, Cape Rock-thrush and Ground Woodpecker. Certainly the Cape Sugarbird and maybe Orange Breasted Sunbird. Bring binoculars, good walking shoes or boots, refreshments and water, hat, sunblock and clothing for changeable weather.
Meet at Harold Porter National Botanical Gardens at 09h00 to share transport to Pringle Bay. We will need to leave a couple of cars at Rooiels for the return to Pringle Bay. Pringle Bay and Rooiels residents, meet at the slipway at Pringle Bay beach at 09h30.
Saturday, 15 June 2019
Jean’s Hill, Kleinmond Mountain Nature Reserve.
Enquiries: Tim Attwell 082 3432 501
This is Protea and Leucadendron world and winter is their time. The route starts at the Kleinmond Golf Club, ascends via the eastern path behind Jean’s Hill and descends in front. The climb is a bit stiff, but do-able at an easy pace. The views are worth it. Wear strong walking shoes or boots, bring a hiking stick, clothing for changeable weather, water, snacks and a warm flask, if you have one.
Meet at Harold Porter National Botanical Gardens at 09h00 to share transport to the Kleinmond Gold Club. Residents of Kleinmond meet at the Kleinmond Golf Club at 09h30.