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Young Paddlers Protect Klein River in Stanford

Young Paddlers Protect Klein River in Stanford

Grootbos Foundation

Young Paddlers Protect Klein River in Stanford

These photos capture the essence of our Rocking the Boat canoeing programme in Stanford, where young paddlers are becoming guardians of the Klein River. Through their dedication and passion, they are not only protecting this vital ecosystem but also serving as inspirational role models in the village of Stanford.

We are incredibly proud of these young leaders and their commitment to their community!

Young Paddlers Protect Klein River in Stanford

Grootbos Foundation

Grootbos Foundation is a registered non-profit organisation in Gansbaai committed to conserving the Cape Floral Kingdom and uplifting the communities that reside within it. The foundation protects more than 22,200ha of fynbos landscape and biodiversity on Grootbos Private Nature Reserve and the Walk...

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