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Rocks, Wildlife and Youth Conservation

Rocks, Wildlife and Youth Conservation

After the recent wildfire in the region, the exposed fynbos landscape is perfect for conducting geology surveys. 

Beauty After the Storm

Beauty After the Storm

Despite the recent difficult and stormy weather in the Western Cape, Grootbos Foundation has selected some stories of hope...

New Fynbos Discoveries and Chelsea Flower Show Prep

New Fynbos Discoveries and Chelsea Flower Sho...

Your Feelgood Friday starts with news of an exciting little plant that was spotted by a member of our Conservation Research team.

Feisty Predator’s “Heels” Under the Microscope

Feisty Predator’s “Heels” Under the Mic...

This week, the raised 'heels' of a feisty predator were under the microscope light.

Green Futures Plants Wild Plums in Gansbaai

Green Futures Plants Wild Plums in Gansbaai

Thank you to the Green Futures Nursery for donating and planting wild plum trees in a public parking area in Gansbaai.

Southern Adder Sighting in Walker Bay Fynbos Conservancy

Southern Adder Sighting in Walker Bay Fynbos ...

It is always a privilege to see the region's most threatened reptile - the Southern Adder (Bitis armata). 

Inspiring Young Leaders Through Sport

Inspiring Young Leaders Through Sport

The Premier Skills International Enterprise Programme kicked off last week within our sports programme with a field trip to the admin office...

Grootbos Foundation Welcomes New Team Members

Grootbos Foundation Welcomes New Team Members

Meet the newest members of our team.

20 Entrepreneurs Start 12-Month Mentorship Programme

20 Entrepreneurs Start 12-Month Mentorship Pr...

Here is a quick snapshot of the 20 small business owners who have been selected to start a journey of 12 months of business mentorship.

Stellenbosch Fynbos Cancer Research at Grootbos

Stellenbosch Fynbos Cancer Research at Grootb...

The Vuyo Lab from Stellenbosch University visited Grootbos this week.

Simple Beauty in Bloom

Simple Beauty in Bloom

Our nature shot is of Petalacte coronata, which was photographed by our conservation team this week.

Active Play, Healthy Growth

Active Play, Healthy Growth

Sports and games for healthy development in children continue every day with Grootbos coaches.