The Gouritz Cluster Biosphere Reserve (GCBR) takes training very seriously and teaching programmes are incorporated into each project. Our team, including in-field contractors working on our various restoration projects, have undertaken a range of diverse training...
Dr Arnel Huisamen joined the GCBR board of directors in January 2023; since then she has brought an abundance of energy, passion and positivity to the organisation, our team and our partners. She is always searching for ways she can bring more value to the GCBR so it...
World Environment Day is celebrated annually on 5 June and encourages awareness and action for the protection of the environment. The theme for 2023 is “solution to plastic pollution”. To commemorate this day our Administration Manager, Marinda Van As, and two of our...
Liesel hails from Riversdale in the Western Cape, and has been working in Louw Willemse’s team doing restoration work for the GCBR since 2016. The focus of this teams’ work is the removal of invasive alien plants like wattle from strategically important areas where...
The GCBR has curated a vibrant collection for “The Rhythm of Life” Art Exhibition that will be held at the Silver Mountain Music Festival on 17 June 2023. This collection will be displayed at the Richard Cock and Friends Shed concert from 15:00 to 20:00 and includes...
Our BEE-engaged & Hessequa trail run/walk was this past weekend and it was a huge success! Have a look at some of our photos below. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to stay in the loop and be sure not to miss our next event!
World Environment Day (5 June) encourages individuals, communities, governments, and organisations to take positive steps toward protecting and preserving the natural environment. The day provides an opportunity to highlight various environmental challenges and...
What is International Day for Biodiversity? 22 May is International Day for Biodiversity, also known as, World Biodiversity Day, is a day established by the United Nations to raise awareness about biodiversity and highlight its importance for the well-being of our...
JOB DETAILS Job title: Project Manager: GCBR Spekboomveld / Thicket Restoration Project...
What is World Bee Day? World Bee Day is a special day when people from around the world come together to learn about and appreciate bees. World bee day aims to create awareness of the importance of the wide variety of bees (over 20, 0000 species) and sustainable...