Ramble through New Germany reserve
Toti Ramblers hike through New Germany Nature Reserve on Sunday, 22 September.
The reserve consists of two parts, the nature park on the north side of Mountain Ridge Road and the nature reserve on the south side. The reserve has a long trail across the south facing slope, passing through short grassland, a large patch of forest and a stand of silver Protea.
The tall forest canopy in the valley is rich in bird life, with robins and flycatchers being common. Numerous nectar-producing plants, such as tree fuchsia halleria lucida and wild banana (strelitzia nicolai) provide food for several species of sunbirds. It is particularly beautiful in Spring when the grassland is a mass of flowers.
There is no entrance fee for this hike. Bring sun screen, hat, chair and own picnic. Meet at Lords and Legends parking area for lifts, with a 7.15am departure and travel in convoy. An indemnity form must be completed if not already done and have your ID number available.
All weekday walks now start at 6am from the Lords and Legends parking in front of the CCPO office. For more information, call Hylton Laue on 084-783-7336.
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