Young minds and sharp eyes at Melville Koppies
Learners are guided along the many different paths pointing things out, but often they spot things that guides don’t.
Many schools bring their children (from Grade R to matric) to roam Melville Koppies to learn about its history, experience nature and feel free in its wide-open spaces.
ALSO READ: Test your fitness on Melville Koppies hills
Learners are guided along the many different paths pointing things out, but often they spot things that guides don’t.
St Stithians girls on a recent tour spotted a bird close to the path, thawing itself in a warm spot on one of those very chilly mornings.
Perfectly camouflaged, “it was so still, we thought it was dead,” one of the girls said.
Staff on the koppies were excited to see their photo of the nocturnal fiery-necked nightjar, a bird that is mostly associated with game reserves and wild places.
It’s known to live on Melville Koppies but it’s never been seen.
Avid hikers are invited to visit Melville Koppies to see if they can also spot the bird.
Book a guided tour on a Sunday morning by calling 079 532 0083 or be there by 08:30.
Alternatively, visitors can take a self-guided hike on the heritage trail or test their fitness on the 5km self-guided trail.
ALSO READ: Appreciating the culture and history of Melville Koppies
Melville Koppies is open between 08:00 and 11:30 every Sunday. Entry fees are R80 for adults and R40 for children R40.
All income is used for maintenance of the Koppies which amounts to R22 000 needed each month.
Security on the Koppies is provided and visitors can park in secure parking opposite the entrance at Marks Park in Judith Road, Emmarentia.
For more information contact wendavid@mweb.co.za or call 079 532 0083.
Also follow us on:
