<![CDATA[Beyond Black Mountain NPC]]>https://www.beyondblackmountain.co.za/blogRSS for NodeFri, 17 May 2024 15:59:08 GMT<![CDATA[Friday Special!]]>https://www.beyondblackmountain.co.za/post/friday-special664704ce1249e57f280467f5Fri, 17 May 2024 07:19:03 GMTbeyondblackmountainThe weekend is almost upon us..., so what not join us the "laidback" Oak & Vigne team for a steak.

Our delicious matured steaks are ready to be claimed. Served with our special hand-cut chips, this is your perfect combination to start the weekend. From as little as R99.

Bookings essential 082 829 4857

#steak #weekend #oakandvigne #goodvibes #eatlocal #drinkswithfriends #familytime



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<![CDATA[Fire + Wine - Greyton]]>https://www.beyondblackmountain.co.za/post/fire-wine-greyton6647021243cb7153b387e1eeFri, 17 May 2024 07:07:40 GMTbeyondblackmountainThe chilly air brings us closer to our annual Fire + Wine Winter Experience on 12 + 13 July!

Wrap up in your cosiest scarf, grab a tasting glass, and wander through the charming nooks of our village. Meet the master winemakers, ignite your palate with full-bodied wonders, and let the glow of fireplaces warm your soul.

It’s not just a wine tasting; it’s a village fest with a twist—each pour supports local education through the Greyton House Village School Bursary Fund. Cheers to good wine, warm hearts, and a cause that matters! Tickets and Info in Bio.

#GreytonFireAndWine #WinterWineEscape #GreytonGetaway #WineAndChill #EscapeToGreyton #WinterWonders #Greyton #GreytonTourism



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<![CDATA[Spoil mom this May]]>https://www.beyondblackmountain.co.za/post/spoil-mom-this-may66423d116ba64ab7560e5999Mon, 13 May 2024 16:18:04 GMTbeyondblackmountainYou can still spoil your Mom to a Spa Day, for the whole month of May for a 90 min Treatment @ R1150

❤️Welcome drink

❤️60 Min Hot Stone Massage

❤️30 Min Hydrating Facial

❤️ Free Gift

To book 028 2145100


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<![CDATA[Meet Team K3]]>https://www.beyondblackmountain.co.za/post/meet-team-k366422210f22308f83a060ebcMon, 13 May 2024 14:23:35 GMTbeyondblackmountain Meet the fantastic team behind K3 SA Forest Adventures Caledon, home to the longest zipline in the world!

Taryn-Lee Mack (37) - Handling fleet admin and guiding duties, ensuring everything runs smoothly for your adventure.

Kyle Appollis (32) - Our operations manager, dedicated to making sure every aspect of your experience is top-notch.

Akhiwe Ntantala (20) - One of our energetic guides, always ready to ensure your safety and enjoyment.

Britney Oliver (24) - Our admin and bookings wizard, here to assist you in planning your visit seamlessly.

Jeney Boonzaaier (30) - A seasoned guide, ready to lead you on an unforgettable adventure.

Sinoxolo Sotshangane (23) - Another skilled guide, passionate about showing you the beauty of nature in the Klein Swartberg Conservancy.

Mirchan Petersen (21) - One of our passionate guides.

‍ Nazeem Nell (25) - Our manager, leading the team with passion and ensuring your visit exceeds expectations.


Ready for an adventure of a lifetime? Join us soon at K3 SA Forest Adventures! #K3AdventureTeam #LongestZiplineInTheWorld

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<![CDATA[Botrivier wine route]]>https://www.beyondblackmountain.co.za/post/botrivier-wine-route6634e7c66fa96bd5b0d5ca5bFri, 03 May 2024 13:34:46 GMTbeyondblackmountainMaking plans for the weekend or a wine tasting outing? Stop by these wineries in the Bot River area and enjoy some super wines. Also have a look at www.botriverwines.com for the full list before you depart !! Enjoy!!!



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<![CDATA[Open mic night - Greyton]]>https://www.beyondblackmountain.co.za/post/open-mic-night-greyton663281d20689c50671a49469Wed, 01 May 2024 17:55:19 GMTbeyondblackmountainEvery Wednesday at 1854, the local musicians get together to celebrate music and entertain the village with their work.

We have had incredibly brave muzos of all levels get up on stage and perform bits they've practiced throughout the week, and it truly is heartening to see the improvements in performances, and the collaborations that have started to form.

We are so grateful to Mornay Van Oudtshoorn and the team at 1854 for giving us the space, and hope you will come join us tonight!

Musicians and performers of all styles and levels are welcome to come and perform! Either whatsapp the number below, or arrive and put your name down in an available time slot if there is one:)



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<![CDATA[Museum Raffle]]>https://www.beyondblackmountain.co.za/post/museum-raffle6632683d30c3fdad78487aa4Wed, 01 May 2024 16:06:25 GMTbeyondblackmountainIt's time to win big and support culture!

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Join our museum raffle and be a part of something extraordinary! Contact us now for your chance to win amazing prizes!

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To enter, call or text us on 028 212 1511 to purchase a ticket!

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#WinBig #ExploreAndWin #SupportHeritage

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#followers

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#museum #history #OurHistoryMatters #heritage #ourheritagematters #photography #travel #museo #xhibition #culture #photooftheday #museumlover #museumlife



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<![CDATA[Let your stress melt away]]>https://www.beyondblackmountain.co.za/post/let-your-stress-melt-away6631f8d6a027871c8f9fcd4bWed, 01 May 2024 08:10:21 GMTbeyondblackmountainTake a dip in the hot springs at The Caledon and feel your worries melt away


#naturalhotspringsHealing#

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<![CDATA[Mother's day lunch sorted]]>https://www.beyondblackmountain.co.za/post/mother-s-day-lunch-sorted6630ebba8dbc383950a37b54Tue, 30 Apr 2024 13:02:19 GMTbeyondblackmountainLimited seats available, surprise your mom with an ultimate Buffet lunch at our Blue Crane Restaurant for Mother's Day ❤This way, she will have everything she needs to enjoy a bit of downtime.


To book 028 2145100

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<![CDATA[Winter Wedding Special]]>https://www.beyondblackmountain.co.za/post/winter-wedding-special6630b91cd6ea22b82564ac31Tue, 30 Apr 2024 09:26:11 GMTbeyondblackmountain✨ BOOK NOW GET MARRIED LATER ✨

The One Heaven and Earth is offering an enchanting winter wedding discount of up to 60% OFF! This modern glass house venue surrounded by a forest valley provides an unforgettable indoor setting for up to 200 guests. Just 90 minutes from Cape Town!

BOOK our venue now for 2024 dates or choose a weekday to maximize savings. Experience the venue's magic with a private site tour. But don't delay - this dreamy deal ends mid-May!

Contact us today to secure your happily ever after:

+27 (0)72 519 0597

info@theoneheavenandearth.co.za


theoneheavenandearth.co.za

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<![CDATA[Battle of the bands!]]>https://www.beyondblackmountain.co.za/post/battle-of-the-bands66261eaa39eb85f7ae0a6871Mon, 22 Apr 2024 08:24:46 GMTbeyondblackmountainDo you play in a band or are you a talented artist looking for some exposure?

We are giving you the opportunity to showcase your talents in a very relaxed setting at our next Fun Family Festival at The One Heaven and Earth in the Hemel and Aarde Valley on Sunday the 5th of May! Get in touch with us and join the lineup!

+27 (0)64 759 1990

info@theoneheavenandearth.co.za

theoneheavenandearth.co.za


#LiveMusic #MusicEvent #CallingArtists #ArtistOpportunity #MusicPerformance #LocalTalent #GigAlert #MusicCommunity #SupportLocalArtists #MusicianWanted #MusicFestival #OpenMicNight #BandCall #UnsignedArtist #MusiciansNeeded #ShowcaseEvent #JamSession #LivePerformance #BandOpportunity #MusicCollaboration

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<![CDATA[Caledon Parkrun]]>https://www.beyondblackmountain.co.za/post/caledon-parkrun6620b884a594ec022d277bfcThu, 18 Apr 2024 06:07:56 GMTbeyondblackmountain#Caledon Golf Course parkrun is having its 1st Birthday this coming Saturday. Come and enjoy the event with all the volunteers . All finishers will receive a birthday cupcake.



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<![CDATA[With love from the locals]]>https://www.beyondblackmountain.co.za/post/with-love-from-the-locals661fea3d33fc9763b808aeb5Wed, 17 Apr 2024 15:28:20 GMTbeyondblackmountainAsk the locals for the best spots to hang out when visiting an area.

https://youtu.be/JSgE03mJv9M?si=aDrjPsGYg0WtEdZ1


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<![CDATA[Event Calendar]]>https://www.beyondblackmountain.co.za/post/event-calendar661fb2882ae7a536f78f6480Wed, 17 Apr 2024 11:29:37 GMTbeyondblackmountainThe Theewaterskloof area is a popular destination for tourists and locals with many activities for the individual, families and adventurers.

Please be on the lookout for more information on the upcoming Houw Hoek Mountain Bike Tour as well as the Villiersdorp Appelfees / Apple Festival.


For a full list of the events happening in Theewaterskloof this coming month, click here to visit our website: https://twk.gov.za/events/

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<![CDATA[Ultimate Relaxation (Caledon Spa)]]>https://www.beyondblackmountain.co.za/post/ultimate-relaxation-caledon-spa661f9a0d355dfa7a90333389Wed, 17 Apr 2024 09:45:48 GMTbeyondblackmountainDiscover the wonders of our Therapeutic Mineral Hot Springs. The ultimate relaxation experience? Look no further than The Caledon's hot springs.

#UltimateRelaxation #NaturalHealing.


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<![CDATA[A tribute to PJ Philander]]>https://www.beyondblackmountain.co.za/post/a-tribute-to-pj-philander65ae3f989d8029d706f5f165Tue, 28 Nov 2023 13:02:12 GMTbeyondblackmountainThe floods here in the Overberg and beyond was devastating for the area and it led to us having to postpone the Secret Garden Art In The Park to next year. This festival would have happened on the birthday of the late poet PJ Philander, a celebrated son of Caledon. We decided to still honour his memory on this day and put together an online event for this. We hope you enjoy it.




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<![CDATA[NSRI - a personal story]]>https://www.beyondblackmountain.co.za/post/nsri-a-personal-story65ae3f989d8029d706f5f164Tue, 28 Nov 2023 11:57:49 GMTbeyondblackmountainWe wish to dedicate this newsletter to grandparents, in particular our grandfather Gerhard Dreyer. Piet Dreyer no doubt got his love for the sea from his father, Gerhard, who was a fisherman. In 1966 the family lived in Stilbaai where Gerhard fished in a typical South Coast chuckie (small open boat with an inboard engine) named Bakvissie. One morning in April 1966 after 3 months of poor catches and a scarcity of fish, they left the harbour at about 4 in the morning and worked towards Jongensfontein. Their bad luck of the past few months changed as the fish started biting and they caught fish as fast as they could draw in the lines. When the boat was full they started for home. After offloading they returned to the same spot and three more chuckies joined them. The fish was still biting and the four boats, carrying 6 crewmen each, were hungry for a good catch. They tried to fill the boats again. One of Gerhard’s crewmen, Willem Beker, said that he noticed a “wind dog” and that they should go home as a storm was underway. The other crewmen argued that there was no sign of wind and that they want to keep on catching. Shortly afterwards the wind rose. They upped anchor and started for the harbour but the wind speed increased rapidly and churned the sea into a mass of white breakers breaking into the boat. Gerhard ordered the crew to throw the catch and fishing gear overboard which they reluctantly did. Then he turned Bakvissie’s bow towards the open sea, away from the breaking waves.

It became dark. Fearful though they all were, he kept the bow into the wind, slowly climbing the big waves and steering away from the land. The wind slacked towards 2 o’clock and they decided it was safe to go nearer the shore. Soon they saw flotsam in the water and later a lantern of one of the boats. As they got closer, they found a lot of debris and a single survivor clinging to a life ring. They took him on board. Day was dawning. The sea was still rough, but at least they could now see where they were going and consider the landmarks. It was no easy passage, but they made it to the harbour where a huge crowd had gathered. They learnt of the tragic loss of the three boats that were fishing with them. 17 Crewmen drowned. They were the only vessel to make it safely to the harbour. The whole village was shocked and saddened by the devastating news which soon spread far and wide.



In Simons Town a swimming teacher, Patti Price, who was rescued from drowning in the English Channel years before by the RNLI, read the news. She started a campaign for a sea rescue service for South Africa. She petitioned authorities and wrote letters to newspapers urging the importance of a rescue service. By the end of that year the SAISRS (South African Inshore Rescue Service) was established as a non-profit volunteer service. More than 50 years later and now called NSRI (National Sea Rescue Institute) it is still operating with volunteer rescuers. They get their income from fundraising, donations and sponsorships. Sadly Oupa Gerhard Dreyer passed away on 1st September 2021, a mere two months after his wife of 69 years, our beloved Ouma, Renee Dreyer. He would have turned 90 on 14th October. Being mobile and clear minded to almost the age of 90 Oupa never believed in “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”, but rather “a bottle a day, keeps the doctor away! "


Click here to buy your favourite Raka wine and support the NRSI



Gerhard and Renee Dreyer in PE Harbour

To view a recording made in 2014 by Gerhard Dreyer talking about the disastrous night in April 1966, click here. Also visit the NSRI online shop where branded clothing and books can be ordered and donations made.


Written by Raka Wines


NOT FOR SALE TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 18

BE RESPONSIBLE; DON'T DRINK AND DRIVE


Used with permission from the Dreyer family and Raka Wines.

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<![CDATA[Swartberg Primary's Marimba band play for the Springboks]]>https://www.beyondblackmountain.co.za/post/swartberg-primary-s-marimba-band-play-for-the-springboks65ae3f989d8029d706f5f162Tue, 31 Oct 2023 12:15:26 GMTbeyondblackmountainSwartberg Primary and Beyond Black Mountain NPC congratulates the Springbok Rugby team on their phenomenal win at the Rugby World Cup.




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<![CDATA[The Overberg Silo Art Project]]>https://www.beyondblackmountain.co.za/post/the-overberg-silo-art-project65ae3f989d8029d706f5f161Tue, 29 Aug 2023 10:57:42 GMTbeyondblackmountainAt 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.


The total cost of this project from Caledon to Bredasdorp will be R20 million. This includes the upkeep of the silos for the next 30 years, as well as a few other projects.


We unfortunately missed our funding for the Department of Tourism deadline for R1.5 million, which we had to match. So, we are starting from square one to raise funds for this project. We can issue a 18a certificate if needed.


If you are able to assist, please contact us at beyondblackmountain@gmail.com or 071 121 4428


Also visit our website project page for more details.


Photo borrowed from the internet.



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<![CDATA[Beyond Black Mountain opens its office ]]>https://www.beyondblackmountain.co.za/post/beyond-black-mountain-opens-its-office65ae3f989d8029d706f5f160Tue, 04 Jul 2023 12:10:19 GMTbeyondblackmountainFinally, after many years Beyond Black Mountain opens its Tourism, Conservation and Information Office at 8 Meul Street, Caledon.


The aim of the office is to promote not just Caledon, but the greater Theewaterskloof area and the Overberg.


This does not mean that we have given up on the Caledon Wildflower Garden and Nature Reserve, far from it. This office will allow us to do so much more.


Be sure to pop in. We will also be sharing more about the office and services offered shortly.


We would like to thank our sponsors Raka Wines and Tossie van Rensburg for making the night even more memorable.










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