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Beyond Black Mountain Newsletter 08/23

Beyond Black Mountain Newsletter 08/23

Beyond Black Mountain

Beyond Black Mountain Newsletter 08/23

New Season of Growth

How exciting to be able to open our Tourism, Information, and Conservation office in the middle of winter.

We thank everyone that helped us make this a reality. We look forward to being of even more service to the Tourism Sector.

To find out how you can assist our non-profit contact us or visit our office.

Our efforts for The Caledon Wildflower Garden and Nature Reserve remains on track.

Together we can.

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World's Best Vineyards

Wine winning all the way!

Two local vineyards recently showcased why we are surely becoming one of the World's best wine regions.

Bengula Cove Wine Estate managed to grab the 53rd place and Creation Wines the 4th place at the World's Best Vineyards. This means that Creation Wines are the top vineyard in Africa.

Congratulations to you both!

 
Caledon's Tourism Office

On the 30th of June, we opened our doors as Tourism, Information and Conservation Office.

We will still be releasing vlogs, hosting Good Morning Caledon (GMC) and everything else, but with an added service of an office.

Our mission regarding The Caledon Wildflower Garden and Nature Reserve remains the same.

Come drop your brochures or pop in for a visit at our office.

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Tourism Month: September

September is tourism month!

Shake off those winter blues and start preparing for the spring fever that is Tourism Month!

Hermanus will again be hosting the Tourism Indaba on the 6th and 7th of September 2023.

If you would like to exhibit, then contact Frieda Lloyd at flloyd@overstrand.gov.za or we will see you there as a guest.

If you have any deals you would like to share for the month, let us know.

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Victorian Textile Exhibit

The Caledon Museum will have a temporary women’s textile exhibition from 14 August to 31 August at the Masonic Lodge, 16 Constitution Street.

We cordially invite you to visit us during the month of August to catch a glimpse of women’s fashion during the ages.

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Caledon Museum

The Caledon Museum is in full service of the community of Caledon and is honoured to be educating and preserving Caledon's History and Heritage.

The Caledon Museum will still be open for daily visits and heritage tours.

Tours:
• Caledon Museum - Masonic Lodge and Victorian House
• Caledon Heritage Walk (booking required)
• Caledon Wildflower Garden
• Caledon Nature Reserve and Kraal Tour

Contact the Caledon Museum today and find out how you or your organisation could become guardians of heritage.

Open:
• Monday - Friday
• 08:00 - 16:00

Read more about the Caledon Museum here.

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The Secret Garden Art in the Park

We will be hosting The Secret Garden Art in the Park in collaboration with Caledon Museum on the 25th of November.

Tickets can be purchased here.

If you are an artist, food vendor or vineyard and would like to exhibit please contact us to book your spot.

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WildeRide to Wildekrans

KTM FAST club members will be gearing up and revving those engines in October for an exhilarating adventure - a WildeRide to Wildekrans Wine Estate in Botrivier. As they conquer the winding roads and soak in the picturesque landscapes, they'll be indulging their senses with the promise of an extraordinary 'WildeRide' dinner experience by Chef Gordon Manuel that evening.

If you are a social sports/adventure group, or a corporate, who wants to plan an exciting adventure in the Overberg, Western Cape - call us. We have MTBs and e-bikes also available to include in your adventure.

We support The Bateleurs - pilots flying for wildlife and the environment

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Shavathon

The Caledon Museum in cooperation with the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) will be hosting a Shavathon on 9 August 2023 at the Victoria Mall Caledon.

This is to create awareness surrounding CANSA and to promote our upcoming “Cuppa For CANSA” a high tea fundraiser event.

Please contact the Caledon Museum for more information regarding both events.

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Women's Month Sanitary Drive

For the month of August, we will be supporting our young sisters and their sanitary dignity.

We are partnering with the Mina Foundation, Emoji Movement, and Caledon Museum to host a workshop on the 10th of August at 15:00, to educate our high school and college-aged girls on menstrual health. 

We will also be accepting donations of sanitary products and raise funds to purchase menstrual cups at R100 a piece during the month of August. 

A menstrual cup can be worn for up to 12 hours and is easy to clean. It lasts for about 15 years, which is not just cost-effective, a long-term solution against period poverty, but also good for our planet.

Please support our campaign by donating.

Monetary donations can be paid to:
Beyond Black Mountain NPC
First National Bank (FNB) 
Account number: 63044633386
Branch code: 200412
Ref: Wegotyougirl

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Annual General Meeting

You are invited to join us for our Annual General Meeting (AGM) on the 16th of August at 18:00 at the Beyond Black Mountain NPC office.

Come find out more about us and why we do what we do.

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Overberg Photography Contest

Show us your out-of-the-ordinary, extraordinary Overberg and stand a chance to win a R1000 worth exhibition space at Beyond Black Mountain NPC office.

We are looking for something special, so no straight-up canola fields, please. And don't worry Charl Folscher will not be taking part. Submission can be done via email to beyondblackmountain@gmail.com from 1 August until the 31st of August. The winner will be named in the first week of September. Happy shooting!

We thank Heilfontein Country Escape for their sponsorship of the first prize.

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Caledon Canola Run 2023

The Canola Run will again be held by the Rapportryerbeweging this year on the 2nd of September 2023. Email canolarun@gmail.com or contact 072 432 8971 for more information.

For more information, contact Beyond Black Mountain.

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