• Cnr. N1 & Voortrekker Rd
  • De Doorns, Western Cape
  • 6875
  • SOUTH AFRICA
  • +27 23 356 2041
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Give Time & Love

Posted by Melanie Esterhuyse on 06 December 2021 8:00 AM CAT
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The festive season is all about GIVING and the one thing we all have enough of, is TIME. Show compassion by volunteering to assist your local community during December.
"It's not how much we give, but how much LOVE we put into giving."
Mother Teresa

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Cattle Run/Beesloop @ Klipheuwel Farm Venue

Posted by Melanie Esterhuyse on 30 November 2021 9:30 AM CAT
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Join us on the 4th of December at @klipheuwelfarm for a lovely social hike through the Cattle Camp ( Beeskamp).
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Price: R50/pp and includes free drink or coffee after
Time: 07h00
Distance: 7.5 km
Elevation Gain: 77m (it's really flat)
Route Description: Single track (with few boulders), easy jeep track and some cement strips.

We will be walking on private property and, yes, there is cattle in the camp, so make sure your dog is leash trained and on a leash at all times as well as socialized with other dogs and people.

After the hike you will have the option of an ice cold Coca-Cola or a fabulous coffee, perfectly prepared by @larascoffeebar and will have delicious snacks for sale. So be sure to bring your credit/debit card(she prefers to swipe).

Contact for more info @ 072 380 8490

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Middelberg Guest Farm

Posted by Melanie Esterhuyse on 11 November 2021 8:00 AM CAT
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On the last day our delegates visited Middelberg Guest Farm which is situated in the ‘Agterveld’ area, between De Doorns, Touwsriver and Montagu.

Seated on the back of a hunting truck, our guests were taken on a bumpy scenic drive along one of the trails towards the campsite.  What we’ve not anticipated, was an unexpected introduction to an unwelcome guest - a Puffadder!
What an adventure it was!

 

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E-Bike Tour

Posted by Melanie Esterhuyse on 09 November 2021 8:00 AM CAT
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When visiting the Hex River Valley, optional E-Bike rentals from @maniccyclescw or @darrvin.ebikes are available. Putting this option to the test Hex Valley Tourism was assisted by Gert Stander of Darrvin E-Bikes during our recent media tour. In the image below, the group is given helpful tips on how to operate an e-bike safely and efficiently while cruising along the Hexcape Heritage Route

For E-Bike rentals from Manic Cycles CW or Darrvin E-Bikes, visit:
www.maniccycles-cw.co.zawww.darrvinshop.com 

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Roode Elsbergdam

Posted by Melanie Esterhuyse on 04 November 2021 8:00 AM CAT
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The Roode-Elsberg Dam is situated in Zanddriftkloof in Sandhills and is the biggest water storage dam in the Hex River Valley and functions primarily as storage for domestic and irrigation use.

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2021 Media Hexcursion #2

Posted by Melanie Esterhuyse on 27 October 2021 1:00 PM CAT
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The second media tour hosted by us this year, was energized as the fitness of delegates were challenged. The itinerary included trail running/hiking and cycling. We'll be sharing some of the adventures undertaken during this tour.

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Media Educational Tour

Posted by Melanie Esterhuyse on 13 October 2021 9:30 AM CAT
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Invitations were sent out. Delegates confirmed. The itinerary set.
Transport granted to us by @capewinelands_dm1 and we are fully booked for the 2nd #mediahexcursion this year, we can barely contain our excitement!

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Hike More Worry Less

Posted by Melanie Esterhuyse on 04 October 2021 11:00 AM CAT
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The Hex Trails were born out of a desire for adventure and the need to run free and wild!
It's not only about exploring the great outdoors, it is about coming together as
like-minded individuals to have a weekend break away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Making new friends or bonding over a braai with old ones.
                              

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