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Namaqua National Park attracts visitors with its spectacular spring flower displays that transform the semi-desert landscape from early August to September.

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How to choose a tree to plant for Arbour week

It's Arbour week right now. If you're thinking of planting a tree, remember to choose your tree carefully. Here are some things to think about.
 

Regte-egte Chakalaka recipe

We enjoyed a cooking course on our evening at eKasie Backpackers in Khayelitsha and learned how to make Chakalaka the way it should be. Here's the recipe!
 

The best vetkoek recipe ever

When we stayed at eKasie Backpackers in Khayelitsha, we were served the most divine vetkoek for lunch! We couldn't rest until we'd got the recipe. So here it is for you to try.
 
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10 ways you can help combat rhino poaching

You asked how you can help, we're giving you 10 ways in which you can help the recent rhino anti-poaching efforts in South Africa.
 

Who slew the last standing rhino in Krugersdorp?

Approximately 188 rhino have been poached since January 2010. The whole topic of recent rhino poaching poses more questions than answers.
 

Extract from 'The Marginal Safari'

An extract from Justin Fox's latest travel book, The Marginal Safari, a journey around the borders of South Africa.
 
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Lion Encounter launch 'Night Encounters'

The team at Lion Encounter have just reached a critical stage in their programme having launched what they call Night Encounters.
 

Wild card news - Your pooch needs a WILD card too!

If you're planning to take your dog for a walk in a park or a reserve, remember to check whether you need a dog-walking permit before you go.
 

New bird hide at Rooisands Nature Reserve

Looking for grebes or plovers? You can’t go wrong at the new bird hide at Rooisands Nature Reserve on the Overberg Birding Route.
 
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