Piet Botha LIVE @ Rivierplaas Campsite

Piet Botha LIVE @ Rivierplaas Campsite
Piet Botha LIVE @ Rivierplaas Campsite

Kwaggaskloof Tourism

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Cape - Worcester, Western Cape, South Africa
The 'secret' valley of Kwaggaskloof is nestled between the Breede River, Kwaggaskloof Dam, and the Bossiesveld, south of the town of Worcester.
It comprises of the following areas: Aan de Doorns, Bossiesveld, Doornrivier, Eilandia, Moddergat, Moordkuil, Scherpenheuwel and Stettyn.

This valley offers first class accomodation, wedding venues, teambuilding centres, award winning wine, olive oil and various outdoor activities such as river rafting, angling, birding, hiking and mountain biking. Only 150km from Central Cape Town.

The Kwaggaskloof Tourism Forum was formed to initiate better communication between all the different enterprises and facilities in the area, so as to maximise the tourist's stay!

Kwaggaskloof are part of Breede Valley Tourism, Worcester Wine & Olive Route and Worcester Tourism. Please "click" on the name of the establishment that you are interested in to find out more.

Kwaggaskloof Area Map

Kwaggaskloof Area Map

Co-ordinates

33° 46.001'S 19° 32.628'E

This will take you to the centre of our beautiful area @ Alvi's Drift low water bridge on the Breede River

For exact directions to each establishment, please contact them direct or use the map above





EVENTS IN OUR AREA (within 50km from centre of map) :

DAM LEKKE DAG

DAM LEKKE DAG
Dam Lekke Dag

Animal Welfare Day

Animal Welfare Day
ANIMAL WELFARE DAY

Plaasbasaar

Plaasbasaar
PLAASBASAAR

Villiersdorp Arts Festival

Villiersdorp Arts Festival
Villiersdorp Arts Festival

Piet Byleveld in the Valley!!!

Piet Byleveld in the Valley!!!
Piet Byleveld in the Valley!!!

Worcester makes Local Lekkerrr!

Worcester makes Local Lekkerrr!
WORCESTER makes LOCAL LEKKERRR!

MADIBA DAY

MADIBA DAY
MADIBA DAY

BREEDEKLOOF SOETES & SOP

BREEDEKLOOF SOETES & SOP
Breedekloof Soetes & Sop

Live Music & Fondue Evening

Live Music & Fondue Evening
Live Music & Fondue Evening

The McGregor Poetry Festival

The McGregor Poetry Festival
The McGregor Poetry Festival

WACKY WINE WEEKEND 2013

WACKY WINE WEEKEND 2013
WACKY WINE WEEKEND 2013

CLOSING OF SPCA BREEDEVALLEY 10 MAY 2013? WHY/

CLOSING OF SPCA BREEDEVALLEY 10 MAY 2013? WHY/
Closing of CPCA Breedevalley, 10 may 2013!! WHY??

Nuy Valley Feast 2013

Nuy Valley Feast 2013
NUY VALLEY FEAST 2013

Utopia 2013

Utopia 2013
Utopia Festival 2013

WOESTERFEES 2013

WOESTERFEES 2013
WOESTERFEES 2013

Earth Hour 2013

Earth Hour 2013
Earth Hour 2013

Put it in the Bucket

OUR NEXT SWIM...

The Put It In The Bucket 2013 Swim is almost upon us.

Date: 2 March 2013
Venue: Bundi
Distance: 1.6km

For more information contact:
http://www.putitinthebucket.org/
Kirsti | 0834506665 | kirsti@klprsa.com
Candice | 0825502604 | candice@noordinaryfish.co.za

Put it in the Bucket

background

Leigh-Anne Groeneweg was born in Durban in 1971. At the age of 5 years 3 months she lost her sight through cancer of the retina. She loved swimming and represented Western Province 5 times and after school went on to Stellenbosch University where she carried on swimming and ended up representing the Western Province senior team 13 times.

During this period she broke several South African records and received a large amount of medals.

Eventually in 1994 one of her life long dreams came true when she was chosen to represent South Africa at the World Championships for the Disabled in Malta.

In 2005, about 30 years after Leigh-Anne lost her eyesight to cancer, the cancer returned.

One of Leigh-Anne's dreams was always to swim the Robben Island Swim, so a group of mates volunteered to swim with her in 2011! The group of people keen to get involved just kept growing ... BUT - The Robben Island swim is a once-off accomplishment and only for proper athletes so we got chatting and a new idea was brought to the table.

... PUT IT IN THE BUCKET was born!

Sadly, Leigh-Anne lost her life-long fight with cancer on Friday 15th April 2011. She was an unbelievably positive person who fought right up until the end - an inspiration to us all.

A swim and family day is hosted at the Breede River every year in Leigh-Anne's honour in order to raise money to give someone between the age of 35 and 45 years old who is terminally ill and can't afford it, the opportunity to make their dreams come true.

Thank you to those who joined us this year and we look forward to more joining us every year in the future.

Lets Travel to Argentina!

Lets Travel to Argentina!
Lets Travel to Argentina!

Draadkar @ Overhex Cellar

Draadkar @ Overhex Cellar
Draadkar @ Overhex Cellar

16 January 2013

Breede Summer Series January 2013


Breede Summer Series January 2013

Saturday 19th January 2013:
Race # 1: Osdrif – Eilandia
B-grade race, 19km, K1/K2

Registration from 8.00am – 8.30am
Race starts @ 9.00am at Osdrif Bridge on the R43, Worcester – Villiersdorp Road
Lunch @ 12.00pm – 1.30pm (paddlers are asked to bring their own lunch/picnic as there will be no catering provided)

Race # 2: Alfies – Eilandia
B-grade race, 11km, K1/K2
Registration from 1.30pm 
Race starts @ 2.00pm at Alfies Bridge

Sunday 20th January 2013:
Nekkies – Eilandia
27km
K1/K2
Registration from 8.00am to 8.30am - Race starts @ 9.00am (Nekkies resort or alternatively on the opposite bank under the bridge, tba)
Prize giving @ 1.00pm @ Eilandia for the series (prizes for paddlers who have competed in all 3 events only)

Overnight camping is available alongside the river for those of you wanting to make a weekend of it. Racing begins earlier than usual due to the heat in the valley – pls take note! Entries will be taken on the day but remember that pre-entry for all 3 races entitles you to a goodie bag and reduced entry fees!
Pre -Entries are now open and close on 18th January 2013. Contact Laura, admin@wpcanoe.org.za for details.

OFFICIAL CAMPSITE: Rivier Plaas 082 457 8967/ 023 3404551. This is just above Alvies low level bridge - grass and sand stands, limited electricity, ablutions with hot water
www.rivierplaas.co.za

31 October 2012

BARBEL FISHING COMPETITION


Volgens die Departement van Waterwese is daar te veel Karp en Barber in die dam ,en moet die getalle verminder word.

Ons het besluit om ‘n kompetisie te hou en die gemeenskap en hengelaars te betrek.
Die vis wat gevang word sal alles aan die plakkerskampe geskenk word om die ergste kosnood te help verlig.

Die hengelaars neem deel in twee kategoriee naamlik junior (onder 16) en senior.
Daar sal van elke inskrywing R100 geneem word om as prysgeld te dien, so hoe meer deelnemers hoe meer prysgeld.

Kom geniet die dag saam met ons en doen sommer jou goeie daad terwyl jy jou sport beoefen.
 - Quaggaskloof Dam




The common barbel is indigenous to most of South Africa except the Western Cape. They were introduced into the Breede Valley several years back without any formal permission from CapeNature and unfortunately their population surged.

The same method of angling used for carp can be used for catching barbel. To lure them in more effectively its advised to make use of flesh baits such as chicken livers and fish heads. Barbel are omnivorous and will eat almost anything they can scavenge. Light tackle lures and large flies can also be used. Barbel can grow to well over 20kg and can give a good fight.

There are no catch restrictions for this alien species as it's a pest and has a negative impact on the indigenous species and alien species such as bass. It's advised that all barbel caught in the Breede River area and Quaggaskloof Dam should be either consumed or given dead to people who need the food. Barbel are at their most delicious when smoked.
(taken from the Breede Valley Angling Guide - Worcester Tourism)

(see calender and poster above for more detail)



15 September 2012

Earthdance Cape Town 2012 – The Global Party For Peace

The Earthdance vision is to unite the whole world through the universal platform of dance and music. Each year like-minded people across the planet at over 300 Earthdance events in over 60 countries come together in celebration of non-stop music, dance and peace.
This year, Earthdance Cape Town has a lot more surprises in store for you and we have major line up announcements for both the Origin Stage and RedBull Music Stage. So keep a look out for updates to come!
Theme: Year of the Woman
Addressing this year’s theme, all Earthdance events will focus on causes that work to promote gender equality and empower women, while fostering peace and harmony with each other and our Mother Gaia.
Earthdance believes that increasing women’s access to quality education, meaningful employment, land and other resources is vital to the sustainable development and evolution of humanity in the 21st century and beyond.
The Earthdance Global Link-Up for Peace
The highlight of the annual multi-location Earthdance Festival is a simultaneous link up, when every event across the world plays the Prayer for Peace at the exact same moment – morning in the Australian rainforest, afternoon in California, midnight in London, and sunrise over the Himalayas – the Prayer for Peace is a profound and powerful moment that unifies our intentions for World Peace on all levels.
A quiet communal space for sharing of ideas, Meditation, Workshops & Talks, Yoga, pre-’Prayer for Peace’ gathering, Ceremony, Sacred Space, Acoustic Jamming (bring your instruments), Dreamweaver Jungle Gym for the young kids
GREENPOP DOME
The funkiest environmentally friendly chill spot.
Join the GreenPop Revolution and green your ticket by adding a tree… or two or three. Green your festival experience by adding a tree to your ticket. A tree will be planted on your behalf. Afterwards you’ll be sent a certificate with the GPS coordinates of your tree. And you can even join Greenpop to plant your tree. Sign up online.
 TRANSPORT
Tranceporter Du Sud – 084 375 9247
http://www.facebook.com/TranceporterDuSud
TICKETS
Tickets will be available at all outlets from 16 August
WWW.WEBTICKETS.CO.ZA
Even though we have kept the gate price exactly the same as Earthdance 2011 we know that there are some of you that are still unable to afford to come party.
We are always needing volunteers to work for a ticket so please email traders@goodtimesevents.co.za .
Dont leave it too late
VENUE
NEKKIES RESORT , Worcester
Gates open on Friday at 13:00
DIRECTIONS From Cape Town take the N1 past Paarl.
Go through the Huguenot Tunnel (there is a toll). 14km after tunnel turn right towards Rawsonville.
After 6 km turn right into Rawsonville. At stop street turn right towards Worcester. Follow the road
for 12km. Look for signs.
FESTIVAL FACILITIES chill zones, camping, swimming, food stalls, bars, medical facilities, strong and friendly security, craft & clothing market, clean toilets and showers.
STRICTLY : NO GLASS – NO FIRE – NO PETS – NO U18′s (ID on request), No independent sound systems, No illegal substances. The organisers accept no responsibility whatsoever for injury, death, loss or damage of any nature to persons, vehicles, and belongings. This applies even to negligence by the organisers of any kind.
Entry is entirely at your own risk. Right of admission is reserved.
ENQUIRIES
Media and press enquiries: info@earthdancecapetown.co.za
Trading enquiries: traders@goodtimesevents.co.za
WWW.EARTHDANCECAPETOWN.CO.ZA

03 December 2011

Such lovely people!

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One of the great things about running a guesthouse, almost a “perk” that comes with the job, is the great people that one meets. At our guesthouse Hotel Pension Moni in Windhoek, Namibia we have made friends for life with some of the people that stayed with us. Most of the time they are impressed by our country and the people of the South and often I hear them say they wish they could contribute or assist in making a difference…  Life carries on and as they return home the best of their intensions fade with the memories of their holiday, heaven knows I’ve experienced it myself.
But and this is a ‘good” but there are a few people that make good on their intentions and make things happen with simple ideas that grow into making a big impact! Staying with us early November where four “volunteers” that travel the country in the name of BEN (Bicycling Empowerment Network), helping kids to know more about road safety and bicycle maintenance.  “The main mission of BEN is to address poverty and mobility through the promotion of the bicycle in all its forms. BEN imports used bicycles from Europe, and distribute them to low income areas, trains recipients of the bikes in safety and maintenance, establishes Bicycle Empowerment Centre's (BEC's) and encourages cities to implement bicycle planning and infrastructure.” ( quoted from the BEN website )
This organization and the people that work toward accomplishing their goal have had a major impact in local rural communities especially mobilizing kids to get to schools. I was humbled by Lynn  (Lynn Streit  - from Chicago), Mr Bean (Vivan Bean ); Fago  ( Fagodien Campher ) and Louis ( Louis de Waal -  “Oom” or “ Uncle” Louis ) and their enthusiasm and honest concern for the kids. This charitable idea has grown throughout Southern Africa and thousands of bikes have been distributed and people have been trained to be safe and use their new found mobility toward building themselves a better future. There are a few farm schools in our area and all of them have benefitted from BEN.
In the evening I would cook dinner and they would sit and discuss their day and the kids and teachers they interacted with and the mixed reactions they received. It seems that even charity is at the mercy of people’s perception and on the” turf terms”, interesting? I want to take the opportunity to thank the BEN volunteers for coming from afar to make a difference in my community what lovely people they are and what a great example to make good on intentions!

Prehistoric Gone Tactile

Contribution By: 

Since we’ve arrived in the valley not much time could be spend on establishing new friendships and linking into social groups. We have been busy settling in at Aan de Doorns Guesthouse with maintenance and gardening being the order of the day. 
Imagine my excitement when I was finally given the chance to join “Vroue sonder grense” (Woman without Boundaries), it sounded just like my cup of tea! These ladies are a social group that explore the goings on in Worcester and surrounding areas by meeting at different venues each time. 
This time we met at the Blind Spot; a theatre, conference venue and coffee shop. After a brief introduction to the venue and activities of the blind in Worcester we were taken on a tour….
A little known fact in Worcester is a unique fossil trail.What makes it different is that the fossils can be explorer with touch, opening the world of fossils to the blind and deaf blind people.
The late George van Heerden was the creator of this tactile fossil trail. With his love and passion for nature and history, he approached a team of experts with a project plan and facilitated the project till his passing in 2008. His wife, Anlo however, continued to manage and coordinate the project. 
The open air exhibition makes it an exceptional experience and the concrete exhibits serve as an excellent source of tactile information to blind and deaf blind people who have no other access to this unique resource. The fossil trail is situated in a safe environment wherein blind and deaf blind people as well as pupils and tourists can experience the exhibits at their own pace with trained guides. The fossil trail is an important concrete learning environment. Most of the fossils in this exhibition were donated by Dr Eddie van Dijk.
After the tour there was a little debate about theories of mankind’s origin and I was intrigued by the different opinions old school and “new age”. The experience had me wonder, just how short a time we as Homo erectus in prehistoric terms have lived on this planet and the incredibly devastating impact we’ve had. I will strongly advise any visitors to make an effort to go see this incredible exhibition and learn more about our prehistoric and geological heritage in a tactile environment. 

Worcester Show Jan 2013

Worcester Show Jan 2013
Worcester Show January 2013

Breede Summer Series January 2013

Breede Summer Series January 2013

Saturday 19th January 2013:
Race # 1: Osdrif – Eilandia
B-grade race, 19km, K1/K2

Registration from 8.00am – 8.30am
Race starts @ 9.00am at Osdrif Bridge (Bonamanzi Adventures) on the R43, Worcester – Villiersdorp Road
Lunch @ 12.00pm – 1.30pm (paddlers are asked to bring their own lunch/picnic as there will be no catering provided)

Race # 2: Alfies – Eilandia
B-grade race, 11km, K1/K2
Registration from 1.30pm
Race starts @ 2.00pm at Alfies Bridge

Sunday 20th January 2013:
Nekkies – Eilandia
27km
K1/K2
Registration from 8.00am to 8.30am - Race starts @ 9.00am (Nekkies resort or alternatively on the opposite bank under the bridge, tba)
Prize giving @ 1.00pm @ Eilandia for the series (prizes for paddlers who have competed in all 3 events only)

Overnight camping is available alongside the river for those of you wanting to make a weekend of it. Racing begins earlier than usual due to the heat in the valley – pls take note! Entries will be taken on the day but remember that pre-entry for all 3 races entitles you to a goodie bag and reduced entry fees!

Pre -Entries are now open and close on 18th January 2013. Contact Laura, admin@wpcanoe.org.za for details.


OFFICIAL CAMPSITE: Rivier Plaas 082 457 8967/ 023 3404551. This is just above Alvies low level bridge - grass and sand stands, limited electricity, ablutions with hot water
www.rivierplaas.co.za

BARBEL FISHING COMPETITION

BARBEL FISHING COMPETITION
BARBEL FISHING COMPETITION

DAM LEKKE DAG!

DAM LEKKE DAG!
DAM LEKKE DAG!