Outline of Programme
The programme includes topics such as wetland ecology, the importance of nature reserves and urban conservation. Topics related to the syllabus may however be requested, for example, placing special emphasis on plants, birds, or pollution. The duration and details of the programme will depend on the needs of each particular group.

• Introduction (20 min.)
• Guided walk along visitor path participating in the following activities (1 hr.)...
  *birdwatching by making use of the six bird hides and two lookout towers situated along the path and using bird identification charts.
  *observing animal tracks, reptiles such as tortoises, mammals such as hippopotami and mongooses, or rare and endangered plants of the Cape Flats.
• Interval (½ hr.)
• Observing displays in Environmental Centre (20 min.)
  A guided walk through the Environmental Centre which allows pupils to observe and study displays of stuffed specimens, live reptiles, live porcupines and live freshwater fish.
• Presentation including slide show and lecture (¾ hr.)
  A presentation will be presented to the class during which any conservation-related topics such as wetland ecology and the importance of wetlands and nature reserves are discussed, making use of slides and stuffed animal specimens.

Worksheets
Worksheets are available on request which are based on the programme and include questions related to bird identification, animal signs, pollution and plants. Teachers may compile their own worksheets. In case of the above-mentioned, please send or fax a copy to the Environmental Education Officer prior to the visit.

Number of Pupils
A maximum number of 50 learners can be accommodated per visit, i.e. one class per day unless classes are very small.

Assistance from Teachers and/or Parents
To ensure that the guided walk along the visitor path is a worthwhile learning experience, it is necessary for the class to be divided into two or three smaller groups so that each group can be supervised by one or more adults. It is therefore suggested that additional teachers and/or parents accompany the class to assist. This especially applies to large classes/groups of 40 to 50 learners. We suggest one adult per 10 learners.

Age
The programme is suitable for all grades.

Languages
English and Afrikaans

Days, Duration and Time Slot
The programme runs from Mondays to Fridays, except public holidays, during the following times:

Morning visits: Afternoon visits:

09:00 - 12:00 13:00 - 16:30 (Mondays - Thursdays) 13:30 - 15:30 (Fridays)

The duration is three hours (except Friday afternoons) with a half an hour break included. The time slot can be adjusted to suite your needs.
Bookings can be made for morning or afternoon visits.

Bookings
Advance booking is essential to avoid disappointment. Contact the reserve by telephone during office hours. A Booking Form requiring all details must be completed and returned to us as soon as possible.

Confirmation: Please confirm your booking with us by telephone at least 1 week in advance.
Cancellations: Please make cancellations at least 1 week in advance.

Contact Persons and details

Costs
The entrance fees are as follows:

R1,00 per learner
R5,00 per adult (accompanying the group)
R3,00 per pensioner (accompanying the group)
Children under five years (accompanying the group) - FREE

• Packed lunch (snacks are available at the kiosk).
• Binoculars if possible
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• Comfortable shoes and a sun hat or a jacket/raincoat depending on the weather.
• Stationary if worksheets are required.
• Sun cream.
• Teachers/group leaders are advised to bring their own first aid kits.

Facilities
Footpath
Bird hides and lookout towers
Lecture theater
Museum
Resource Centre
Live porcupine display
Reptile display
Aquarium
Toilets
Picnic area
Kiosk

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