10-12 Feb
2-4 March
25-27 May
22-24 June
14-16 Sep
19-21 Oct
2-4 Nov
The Cavern is a naturalist's paradise set in the Drakensberg
foothills. The mature rambling garden alone boasts nearly 100
species of birds. Join Sally & David Johnson for an informative
birding presentation. Birding and nature weekends are suitable
for both complete beginners and for those who know a lot more.
Although birds get the greatest emphasis, trees, flowers,
goggas, geology and anything else gets due attention. R1660. pps
Join us for an informative weekend on the stars of the Southern
Hemisphere.R1660. pps
PHOTOGRAPHIC WORKSHOPS
3-5 Feb
18-20 May
7-9 Sep
Derek and Norma Pearman invite you to join them for a
weekend photographic workshop in the beautiful setting of The
Caven. The workshop, from basic to advanced, will encompass:
understanding 'your' equipment; composition and adding impact
to your pictures; multi-exposure and other tricks; the secret of
using light and much more.R1660. pps
Gill Condy and Elsa Pooley combine their talents as botanical
artists and author of field guides to provide a memorable
botanical art course in the mountains. Plant material is easily
sourced from the gardens and the surrounding mountains and
you can enjoy guided walks with Elsa. Whether you are a
beginner or an established botanical artist, attending the course
will inform and inspire you. R6520. pps
Experience the wildlife, wildflowers and scenery of the Drakensberg at the Cavern by sketching and painting in the field and in the studio with Gill Condy and Elsa Pooley. R4540. pps
A relaxing painting workshop to capture the Berg in its summer or
autumn colours with
painting enthusiast and teacher, Colleen
Hamer. R3300. pps
BRIDGE WORKSHOP
20-25 May
Meet David Johnson to polish your everyday skills and discover a few advanced tricks,
Mini tournaments and analysis in a friendly environment. R3475. pps
Ken Gillings, renowned historian, will conduct a guided tour of the
battlefields. Own transport required.
Ken has been conducting battlefields tours for over 30 years and has
written extensively on South African military history R1660. pps
Christmas
in July: A chance to experience a 'White' Xmas. R1660. pps
WILD FLOWER WEEKEND
23-25 Nov
Your specialist guide for the weekend, Elsa Pooley, is author of "Mountain Flowers.
A field guide to the flora of the Drakensberg and Lesotho". A great introduction to flower
and tree 'watching' and an opportunity for the more knowledgeable to get to know
mountain plants.. R1660. pps
A series of off-road mountain biking routes departing from the Adventure Centre. All
proceeds to Royal Drakensberg Primary School. Great prizes for everyone. R1660. pps
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