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Latest emergency rescue on Table Mountain highlights the need for accurate hiking apps
Earlier this week, Mountain Club of South Africa Search and Rescue posted a report on a rescue mission carried out on Nursery Buttress...

Forge
Aug 27, 20224 min read


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.

Kyle Cooper
Aug 26, 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


The most beautiful hiking journal you've got to get your hands on
Artist and hiking-lover, Diane Shearer has produced her first hiking logbook including some of her best illustrations.

Diane Shearer
Jun 26, 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


Propelling geo-tourism and environmental education into the future with The Umvoto Foundation
Introducing an interactive map unpacking the history, construction and geology of the dams of Table Mountain by The Umvoto Foundation.

Joshua @ Forge
May 6, 20223 min read


Geodyssey: South Africa's new interactive Geology app
Geodyssey aims to make geology accessible, get people excited about the country's impressive geological heritage and boost geotourism.

Forge
Apr 22, 20222 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
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