Friends of Helderberg Nature Reserve

15/06/2026

Interesting talk coming up on Thursday at the Environmental Centre!

08/06/2026

With the winter months upon us, there will be a break in our walks but do keep a look out for any Ad hoc ones!

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01/06/2026

Coming up this Saturday is another Bird Walk. Meet Charles at the Visitors Centre at 08h00. Book via [email protected].

19/05/2026

GEOLOGY WORKSHOP WITH ANDREAS

Join Andreas Groenewald for a full day geological adventure and workshop!

Rocks Ain't Dead but tell many stories, if you know their language. From fiery beginnings to eons of weathering and deposition, rocks record a fascinating tale of time, pressure, deformation and mineral wealth.

Join us for a full day geological adventure and workshop to learn how to ID rocks, to understand basic geological principles, various rock minerals, fossilization and much more. There will be a hands-on interaction with a variety of rocks and minerals, as well as a short guided walk in the reserve.

The workshop will also explore the fascinating geology of the Western Cape and Great Karoo, investigating the various rock strata and formations and what their names means.
The workshop will include a coffee/tea break with something delectable.

When: Saturday Jun 13, 2026 ⋅ 8am – 3pm (South Africa Standard Time)
Where: Environmental Centre, Helderberg Nature Reserve
Cost : R450 / person (Includes entrance fee, coffee/tea break with something delectable)
What to bring: Pen & Notebook, appropriate walking shoes/boots for short field excursion and own Lunch.

Booking is essential : RSVP: Friday 5 June 2026

Geology Workshop Booking Form (Click to download)

NB. Please be advised that a minimum of 10 paid-up participants are required to make the workshop feasible. If less than that, it will be postponed.
For more information, contact Andreas Groenewald at [email protected] or 0724360638

18/05/2026

A couple of walks are taking place this weekend (subject to the weather, of course)!
Saturday 23 May Bird Walk at 08h00
Sunday 24 May Protea Identification Walk at 08h00
Remember to book at [email protected]

14/05/2026

EXCELLENT NEWS…….Due to the hard work by the Reserve staff and the Trail Services Volunteers, the Reserve will open again tomorrow !! So a great many thanks to them but please be careful as trails could be slippery.

12/05/2026

Please read the urgent update from Management of the Reserve re the recent storms. Please note however that the AGM will take place tomorrow.

11/05/2026

.............IMPORTANT DATE..................
Don't forget the FRIENDS OF THE HELDERBERG NATURE RESERVE AGM will take place on Wednesday 13 May at 17h00 at the Environmental Centre! All welcome.

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06/05/2026

Hoping for better weather but to just let you know 2 walks are happening next week:
Wednesday 13 May Bird Walk @ 08h00 - meet at the Visitors Centre
Saturday 16 May New Moon Walk @ 20h00 - meet at the Reserve Gate
All bookings can be made via [email protected]

https://helderbergnaturereserve.co.za/events/walks-hikes/

04/05/2026

A note from Steve Chadwick:
A trail sign sponsorship campaign is taking place on Saturday 9 May for the Friends of the HNR to pay for trail signs at the HNR.
You can either donate R50 towards a sign or sponsor a sign at a particular intersection for R150.
Payments can be made at the HNR shop or EFT to the HNR Friends account below.
The old restaurant building will be open from 10am to 2pm on 9 May. Hikers are invited to hike in the morning and eat their own packed lunch in the old restaurant with fellow hikers.
At 11.30am Steve Chadwick will give a short talk ‘Stories of the Helderberg Trails’ with a Q&A. Do come along even if you are unable to hike that day.
Look forward to seeing you there.
FYI - Bank details:
ABSA Bank
Friends of the Helderberg Nature Reserve
A/c No. 9072029429