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We are pleased to announce that the Faerie Glen Nature Reserve will finally open its doors again on Monday 15 June. We have assisted CoT Nature Conservation to make this possible. There will however be strict protocol to be followed … Continue reading →

Please be advised that the Faerie Glen Nature Reserve is still not open yet, due to preparations taking place regarding Covid-19 safety measures. Staff working at the reserve, are also in the process of returning to Pretoria from their home … Continue reading →

In a surprise turn of events, the minister of tourism, Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane, announced on Saturday evening that South Africans may hike again from 1 June, although under the general exercise rules, which means no groups. Please take note that we … Continue reading →

We would just like to bring everyone up to date with the latest regulations gazetted for Lockdown Alert Level 3.   Regrettably, under Section 39 (2)(m) of the regulations: Places and premises closed to the public:   Beaches and public … Continue reading →

Please be informed that we have been forced to cancel the hack this Sunday 22 March at 07:00 by the City of Tshwane due to the stringent measures implemented to combat the Covid-19 virus. The reserve also remains closed until … Continue reading →

We have been informed that all City of Tshwane’s (CoT) nature reserves and resorts (including the Faerie Glen Nature Reserve) will be closed as of today with immediate effect until further notice due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The instruction comes … Continue reading →

Birding morning with Philip Calinikos from BirdLife Northern Gauteng Saturday 4 April 2020 Time: 06:00 Where: Meet @ Faerie Glen Nature Reserve main entrance Who: Everybody is welcome! Cost: Friends of the Faerie Glen Nature Reserve and BirdLife Members – … Continue reading →

Please join us on Sunday 22 March for an invasive species (Lantana) hack. Time: 07:00 – 10:00 Where: Meet @ Faerie Glen Nature Reserve main entrance Who: Everybody is welcome! RSVP: Please e-mail or SMS if you plan on helping … Continue reading →

Please join us on Saturday 22 February for an invasive species (Lantana) hack.   Time:    07:00 – 10:00 Where:  Meet @ Faerie Glen Nature Reserve main entrance Who:     Everybody is welcome! RSVP:    Please e-mail or SMS if you plan on helping   What to … Continue reading →

Time: 07:00 – 10:00 Where: Meet @ Faerie Glen Nature Reserve main entrance Who: Everybody is welcome! RSVP: Please e-mail or SMS if you plan on helping What to bring: -Gardening gloves -Sun hat, old clothes (long sleeved) and sturdy … Continue reading →