Diane Shearer
The most beautiful hiking journal you've got to get your hands on
Artist and hiking-lover, Diane Shearer has produced her first hiking logbook including some of her best illustrations.
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Tanya Pembroke
May 19, 20223 min read
Know before you go: Hiking at Faerie Glen Nature Reserve, with Tanya Pembroke
With pristine trails and plentiful birdlife, Faerie Glen Nature Reserve is a great hiking spot in the heart of Pretoria.
Joshua @ Forge
May 6, 20223 min read
Propelling geo-tourism and environmental education into the future with The Umvoto Foundation
Introducing an interactive map unpacking the history, construction and geology of the dams of Table Mountain by The Umvoto Foundation.
Forge
Apr 21, 20222 min read
Geodyssey: South Africa's new interactive Geology app
Geodyssey aims to make geology accessible, get people excited about the country's impressive geological heritage and boost geotourism.
Mama Alles
Apr 3, 20224 min read
Beginner multi-day wilderness hiking (and eating) at Groot Winterhoek with Mama Alles
The pristine Groot Winterhoek Wilderness Area is ideal for a beginner wilderness multi-day hike. Mama Alles founder tells us why.
Dan Eden
Mar 20, 20224 min read
Essential insight for planning your first Otter Trail adventure
Beyond the basics for a typical hiking trail, there are other important aspects to take into account when planning an Otter Trail adventure.
African Snakebite Institute
Mar 6, 20229 min read
Snake encounters while hiking in South Africa - everything you need to know
Potentially lifesaving guidance on how to reduce the risk of a snakebite and what to do the event of one.
Joshua @ Forge
Feb 11, 20224 min read
6 easy steps to planning the perfect hike at a CapeNature reserve using the Forge App
The Forge App is the essential hike planning and safety tool for your next adventure at a CapeNature reserve.
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