Greetings N'tsirians!
"I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order. —John Burroughs"
Blink, and a third of 2022 is gone!
As always, the beauty of Nature continues to deliver! We have had some amazing sightings the past few months - and some "too close for comfort" encounters with members of the Big Five!
A total 406mm of rain has been recorded for the season so far and the Reserve is in good condition.
This edition is packed with information - reports from Elephants Alive and The Ground Hornbill Project, as well as the latest newsletter from the African Snakebite Institute (ASI); another successful, fun day out tree netting with a team of N'tsirians; what to do and where to eat in The Hoed; and some inspiring Projects and Organisations supporting and uplifting our surrounding Communities.
Thank you for sharing your photos and stories with us, keep it coming!
Picture of the Tsiri River flowing in January 2022.
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Annual General Meeting
The provisional date for this year's AGM is 15 September 2022. Should you wish to add a topic for discussion to the Agenda, please submit to the Reserve Manager by 25 July 2022.
Minutes of the 2021 AGM is available on the website and the link below.
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General update
Rather safe than sorry...
It is a privilege to experience Nature at its best, and to be able to view wild animals in their natural habitat. With that said, Members are reminded to remain vigilant at all times, especially with young children. There have been a few close encounters with leopards in the river bed, at the platform and a few units.
When Nature calls...
We all know when you've got to go, you've got to go! When going about your business, please be respectful to Nature and to others by not leaving any trace behind. Small paper bags are available in the shop to keep in your vehicle. Kindly dispose of these at your unit.
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Classic
The Elephants Alive Team needs help finding Classic. He will be coming into musth soon. Kindly report any sightings to the Office or Reserve Manager.
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The Mbilu Apprentice Program focuses on empowering and educating the Women of our Communities in Conservation. Read more.
HALO (Hoedspruit Animal Outreach is committed to ensure the physical and emotional well-being of domestic animals in the rural communities surrounding Hoedspruit. Read more.
Hlokomela's services and projects are focussed into three main areas of priority; Healthcare, Income Development Projects & Administration. Read more.
If you have any items/furniture to contribute, or require any additional information on any of the above, please enquire at the Office.
Don't forget to support our Nursery. We have a variety of succulents and trees available for sale. All proceeds are used for a worthy cause.
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There are a number of restaurants and eateries in Hoedspruit to visit - truly an option for each craving. For many The Bush Pub & Inn is a favourite (not to mention the convenience).Fever Tree Restaurant is another little gem located at the Rhino Convention Centre (just before you enter the Wildlife Estate) - the breakfasts are incredible and you even have the option to arrange for a pre-cooked meal (2 days in advance) for collection on your way 'home'.
Woolworths Taste Magazine featured some of the Hoedspruit restaurants and eateries in the March / April 2022 edition. For ideas on where to go for your next meal when visiting The Hoed, you are welcome to pop in to the Office for "the inside scoop"!
If you have not been up Mariepskop yet, add this to your to-do list. The view is breathtaking from up there. Pack a picnic basket and binoculars - and don't forget jackets as it can be chilly up there.
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Reports & Newsletters
For news from the Elephants Alive, Ground Hornbill and African Snakebite Institute teams, follow the links below.
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Protecting our Trees
In 1993 the fences between the KNP and all of the three private reserves to the west of the KNP were removed, as well as the Manyeleti, effectively adding 216,000 hectares to the size of the KNP or 10% to the almost 1,9m million hectares of KNP. Read more
In December another team of enthusiasts took up the tree netting challenge! Read more
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Rainfall and Temperatures
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| Average Min Temp November - April: | 23.4 | Rainfall for the Season:
| 406mm
| | Average Max Temp November - April: | 32.7 |
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That's it for now, N'tsirians! We look forward to welcoming you at your favourite bush destination soon. Until then, look after yourselves and your loved ones, and treasure those special moments.
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