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Count these your blessing - White-Eye Traditional Cache

This cache has been archived.

Knagur Green: Due to no response from the CO after the request to maintain or replace the cache, I am archiving it to, stop it showing on the listings and/or to create place for the geocaching community.

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Knagur Green
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Hidden : 3/9/2024
Difficulty:
1.5 out of 5
Terrain:
1.5 out of 5

Size: Size:   micro (micro)

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Geocache Description:


The Helderberg Nature Reserve is situated in Somerset West on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain overlooking False Bay.

The Reserve has a large number of plant, bird and wildlife numbers within it’s boundaries. Some 170 confirmed species of birds, over 600 plant species, over 40 species of mammals with 30 reptile and 8 amphibian species.

There are eight trails in the Reserve, of which the Sugarbird walk (yellow) Trail is rated as the easiest, at a distance of 2.9km and an estimated duration of 45min. 

The reserve is open daily as follows: 

  • 07:30 - 20:00 during December - February
  • 07:30 - 19:00 during March & November
  • 07:30 - 17:30 during April - October

Please treat the mountain with respect and take suitable precautions when hiking:

  • Wear suitable footwear. Boots are highly recommended for the longer trails
  • Take sufficient water to drink
  • Take warm clothing – the weather changes quickly at higher altitudes
  • Wear a hat and use sunblock
  • Take snacks but please no littering. Bring back your rubbish!
  • NO fires under any circumstances
  • In case of an unforeseen accident, it is recommended that you do not walk on your own
  • Take your cellphone with you and be sure to have the emergency number for Wilderness Search And Rescuewith you: 021 937 0300

Entry fees (cash only) payable at the gate are as follows:

Vehicle - R20

Adult - R30

Child (3-17) - R20

Toddler (<3) - Free

Student - R20

Pensioner (60+) - R20

 

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

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Decryption Key

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(letter above equals below, and vice versa)