It’s no secret that spring and Renosterveld go hand in hand. Come springtime, the incredible diversity of geophytes (or those plants with underground storage organs) is clear to see, as Renosterveld shows off her brilliant colours, shapes and sizes.
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The Veld School: Inspiring our future Renosterveld protectors
A future posse of Renosterveld warriors! That’s a vital ‘new’ focus for the Overberg Renosterveld Conservation Trust, with the launch of The Veld School at our Haarwegskloof Renosterveld Reserve.
Autumn adventures in the Overberg’s Renosterveld
On Haarwegskloof Renosterveld Reserve, autumn adventures abound. This reserve is owned by WWF South Africa, and is managed by the Overberg Renosterveld Conservation Trust.
Take a hike on this interpreted walking trail
Take a hike through some of the most Critically Endangered habitat in South Africa and the world on our interpreted walking trail on Haarwegskloof Renosterveld Reserve.
Documenting Biodiversity: A herbarium for Overberg Renosterveld
What is a herbarium? Why do we need one for Renosterveld and why is it important?
Past, Present, Future: Advances in Pollination Biology in Overberg Renosterveld
Several students doing postgraduate research into pollination in Overberg Renosterveld have used the ORCT’s research centre at Haarwegskloof
From canaries to chameleons: Jannie’s holiday sightings
Even when he’s on holiday, our Haarwegskloof Renosterveld Reserve Manager, Jannie Groenewald and his camera are never off-duty. Here are some of the awesome critters and other wildlife he’s been tracking down during the past few weeks (in his leisure time).
MTB riders: New routes and new challenges in Renosterveld
Mountain bikers: The Renosterveld and farming landscapes between Bredasdorp and Swellendam are a fairly new… and growing mountain biking destination. And that includes routes crossing...