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Five family-friendly hikes to do at CapeNature reserves
Planning a family holiday to the Western Cape? Here are five fantastic family-friendly hikes at CapeNature reserves.
Alex @ Forge
Dec 18, 20243 min read
Know before you go: Hiking at Kloofendal Nature Reserve, with Tanya Pembroke
Kloofendal Nature Reserve on Johannesburg's West Rand is a great spot for a hike with the whole family.
Tanya Pembroke
Sep 28, 20233 min read
How to keep your backpack light on your next hiking trip
Having a light backpack will only enhance your next adventure. Pack smartly with these simple recommendations.
Allyana Cross
Nov 30, 20223 min read
Circling back to Spring
After the cold of winter, the blossoming of Spring brings with it longer, warmer and flower-scented days that lull us away from under the...
Joshua @ Forge
Sep 1, 20223 min read
A new must-do trail in Cape Town: The Noordhoek Panorama Circuit
As part of their Vision 2030 efforts to promote hiking, Noordhoek Ratepayers Association has teamed up with Forge to showcase local trails.
Forge
Jul 25, 20222 min read
Know before you go: Hiking at Faerie Glen Nature Reserve, with Tanya Pembroke
With pristine trails and plentiful birdlife, Faerie Glen Nature Reserve is a great hiking spot in the heart of Pretoria.
Tanya Pembroke
May 19, 20223 min read
Beginner multi-day wilderness hiking (and eating) at Groot Winterhoek with Mama Alles
The pristine Groot Winterhoek Wilderness Area is ideal for a beginner wilderness multi-day hike. Mama Alles founder tells us why.
Mama Alles
Apr 3, 20224 min read
Essential insight for planning your first Otter Trail adventure
Beyond the basics for a typical hiking trail, there are other important aspects to take into account when planning an Otter Trail adventure.
Dan Eden
Mar 20, 20224 min read
6 easy steps to planning the perfect hike at a CapeNature reserve using the Forge App
The Forge App is the essential hike planning and safety tool for your next adventure at a CapeNature reserve.
Joshua @ Forge
Feb 11, 20224 min read
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