Please rally behind Ramsgate
Treasurer Adrian Voice said that this year was an important one and would be used to plan, identify, prioritise, finance and implement projects over at least the next three years.
NOW is the time to get behind the Ramsgate Conservancy and support the organisation as it embarks on various new projects which will benefit locals and attract holidaymakers in years to come.
The spotlight is on the flagships of the quaint seaside village of Ramsgate – the whale viewing deck, whale deck eco centre and the eco tourism centre information office.
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These versatile buildings are situated in the heart of the village and boast the most incredible views of the ocean.
On a crisp winter’s day this is the perfect spot from which to watch the whales frolicking.
For those who don’t know, peak calving season is in July and August, but whales can often be seen through September and October.
Over the past 14 years, the conservancy has evolved into a deep-rooted environmental institution, and has used local funding to develop these world-class structures, complete with a wheelchair-friendly pathway linking the two buildings.
The conservancy’s management committee is calling on the ‘friends of Ramsgate’ to unite and support the conservancy in its bid to keep these important assets fully operational.
Its latest innovation – a pretty indigenous garden, under the care of the garden club led by Anne Skelton and her team of volunteers – has added unique value to this particular coastal stretch, and is predicted to become a main attraction for eco-tourists.
Treasurer Adrian Voice said that this year was an important one and would be used to plan, identify, prioritise, finance and implement projects over at least the next three years.
“The conservancy’s target is to raise R150 000 to enable it to achieve its projected goals,” he said.
Vice chairman David Halle pointed out Ramsgate had a lot to offer and, as an asset to the community, needed everyone’s support.
He added that the conservancy’s ongoing maintenance and running costs were ‘important needs’.
Seven projects are planned, with the sustainability project possibly the most critical as there are some key administrative tasks and responsibilities required within the conservancy.
This comprises the appointment of a project manager and an education officer, but requires ongoing sponsorship and funding to achieve continued success.
These other six projects include education, improvements, repair and maintenance, conservation, marketing and environmental.
The education projects are number one on the list, as these aim to generate interest in the conservancy and its work.
Anyone with a skill or who would like to contribute towards any of these projects is asked to contact Adrian at adrianvoice@gmail.com or 083 2867901.
The conservancy is also looking for new members, so please do sign up.
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