Beyond Black Mountain based in Caledon was established in 2021 as a non-profit organisation dedicated to revitalising and promoting the conservation and tourism sectors in Theewaterskloof and the greater Cape Overberg region.
As the official Tourism hub for the Cape Overberg and Theewaterskloof, our mission is to restore, rebuild, and create a thriving tourism industry that benefits both current and future generations, while showcasing the natural beauty and unique attractions of our region.
Lizel Kimber
Founder & CEO
Conservation & Tourism
Charl Folscher
Founder
Media & Marketing
Grant Kimber
Accountant & Administrator
Sonja Maree
Tourism & Fundraising
Manqoba "Boy" Ngubo
Business Advisory and Fundraising
DIRECTORS
OUR PROJECTS
By donating to Beyond Black Mountain NPC, you're not just contributing financially, you're becoming part of a community that values the preservation of our natural heritage and the sustainable development of tourism in the area. Your support is invaluable in helping them continue their important work in the Overberg region.
The opening of Beyond Black Mountain NPC’s Tourism, Conservation, and Information Office in Caledon is a major milestone. This hub promotes Caledon, Theewaterskloof, and the wider Overberg area, focusing on conservation, tourism, and local economic development. Through eco-tourism, agri-tourism, learnership programs and local economic development initiatives, we aim to revitalize the area. We rely on community and visitor support to preserve the region's natural and cultural heritage. Join our efforts to make a difference in tourism, conservation, and education in this unique area.
Monthly costing of office overheads:
Rent: R3500
Electricity: R150
Website: R1500
Wi-Fi: R400
Vlog expenses: R2500
Beyond Black Mountain Office
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During November 2021, the Theewaterskloof municipality signed into action a Memorandum of Agreement that would allow Beyond Black Mountain NPC to start work in the Caledon Wildflower Garden and Nature Reserve in conjunction with the municipality to look at various conservation projects to revitalise the Caledon Wildflower Garden and the Nature Reserve. . . all the while, time is running out for the many potentially critically endangered species.
We are currently running an alien vegetation removal volunteer drive (called Hacking) in the Caledon Wildflower Garden and Nature Reserve and in starting the process we are working with conservation partners and specialists to remove more established vegetation higher up in the nature reserve.
The Caledon Wildflower Garden & Nature Reserve
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At Beyond Black Mountain, we strive to promote the beauty and creativity of the Overberg region. In partnership with Baz-Art, The Whale Coast Art & Wine Route and Overberg Agri, we are launching The Overberg Silo Art Project - the first of its kind in South Africa.
This art project will bring together local and international artists to create stunning works of art on the silos of the Overberg region. Not only will the project bring colour and vibrancy to the area, but it will also raise awareness of the importance of agriculture and tourism in the region. We invite you to explore our project and discover the unique beauty of the Overberg.
Overberg Silo Art Project
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Partnering with Emoji Movement with youth projects in Myddleton. Co-establishing a weekly Skills Workshop in Bergsig.
Being part of the Caledon Museum and Caledon Library’s awareness campaigns
Assisting in disaster relief efforts and ensuring effective communication to the community. Drop-off point for project donations
Welcome to Caledon! Welcoming visitors to the area during seasonal traffic stops
Opening our office as a public space, example meetings, theatre company rehearsals and shared office space
Market space for community artists and organisations Ward committee members for Ward 4