Northern Cape Branch (Kimberley)
OUR VISION is to strengthen our
effectiveness as an independent, non-government organisation, working to achieve a South
Africa which is wisely managed by all to ensure long-term environmental sustainability.
OUR MISSION is to promote public participation in caring for the Earth. OUR AIM is to
contribute to the Earth'ns vitality and diversity by:
- promoting sound environmental values and sustainable lifestyles
- integrating conservation and development
- generating individual and community action
- securing the protection and wise use of natural resources
- serving as environmental watchdogs
- promoting and participating in environmental education
- influencing policy and decision-making
- adapting to changing needs
OUR STYLE We operate democratically. We are firm, but restrained, in the pursuit of our
aims - seeking collaboration and consensus whenever possible. We strive for excellence,
lead by example, and act with integrity.
An exciting new field guide to the natural history of the Kalahari and surrounds.
This guide is aimed at the tourist and amateur naturalist
interested in the wildlife of the Kalahari and its surrounds.
The guide covers the area of the Northern Cape from the
Orange River to the Botswana border in the north.The guide includes:
- sections on the landscape, early travellers, mineral wealth, water sources and archaeology of the Northern Cape, north of the Orange River
- descriptions of the National Parks, Nature Reserves and conservation areas, and sites of special interest
- interesting information on the various vegetation types, plant species and the animal life that is found in each vegetation type
- an interesting range of colour photographs, colour paintings, black and white sketches, and colour maps illustrating the above
- checklists of the common birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians and plants
- useful contact addresses and further reading for additional information
This guide is available at the extremely good price of R30.00.
Please enquire about postage costs and order forms at
Tel. +27 (0)53 831 8093
(Michelle Field, secretary)Enquiries can also be faxed to +27 (0)53 842 1433 and we will send
you an order form to return with your payment.to TOP
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