Kyle Cooper
Hiring an accredited hiking guide in South Africa - what you need to know
Hiking guides are important in ensuring your safety in the mountains. Make sure that you're hiring one that is qualified and accredited.
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African Snakebite Institute
- Mar 6
- 9 min
Snake encounters while hiking in South Africa - everything you need to know
Potentially lifesaving guidance on how to reduce the risk of a snakebite and what to do the event of one.
Joshua @ Forge
- Feb 11
- 4 min
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.
Alex @ Forge
- Oct 13, 2021
- 6 min
Activity permits and access for Table Mountain National Park: All you need to know
A guide to what permits you need and how much they cost for the Table Mountain National Park in Cape Town.
Joshua @ Forge
- Sep 16, 2021
- 3 min
Wilderness First Aid Basics: Be prepared for an outdoor emergency
Wilderness first aid skills could be the difference between life and death during an emergency in the outdoors. Here's what you should know.
Alex @ Forge
- May 10, 2021
- 3 min
8 Essential Hiking Safety Tips
There are important steps you should take to ensure an enjoyable experience and remain safe. Here are our 8 essential hiking safety tips.
Alex @ Forge
- Feb 28, 2021
- 2 min
Safety: Why every Table Mountain user should have the Forge App
One can never anticipate an emergency situation, but taking our safety guidelines into consideration (which are easily accessible), knowing
