Bosky Dell - Boulders Beach

16/02/2024

At "worlds end". Cape Point, South Africa.

South African lighthouse of the week:-

“New” Cape Point Lighthouse, Cape Point, Western Cape.

Location pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/s3zVQKmj1YMuKfPN6

📷 Gerald Hoberman

Visit our website: www.lighthousessouthafrica.com

14/02/2024

14/02/2024

❤️🩷 ❤️ Happy Valentines Day ❤️🩷❤️

The iconic red rose is most associated with Valentines Day, but we think this endemic everlasting is an infinitely more romantic symbol of eternal love!

Most everlastings form part of the Syncarpha genus, but the common name also sometimes refers to the Cape Strawflower (𝘗𝘩𝘢𝘦𝘯𝘰𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘢 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘢), species in the Helichrysum genus, or other flowering plants that have a particularly long lifespan.

📸Gareth Yearsley

13/02/2024

No more underwater explosives training in Simons Town

Opposition from the Simon’s Town community, ocean groups and environmental nonprofits to the SA Navy’s underwater explosives training has yielded a huge win. The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment announced that the exercises had to be moved outside the Simon’s Town Marine P...

13/02/2024

Meet the locals 😍

Channel for environmental information in and around Simonstown.

13/02/2024

31/01/2024

Save the date for this mobile museum

18/01/2024

Incredible images of a deceased white shark that was killed by an orca.

Perhaps you have heard about the infamous brothers known as Port and Starboard who have been accused of decimating the white shark population in False Bay?

Please click on the below link that will take you to the rest of the images and some information about how the orcas kill the white sharks.

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26/12/2023

GARDEN ROUTE | KAROO NEWS - NSRI are...

25/12/2023

🎄 Christmas Wishes from Bosky Dell - Boulders Beach in Simon's Town 🎄

To our resilient community and valued guests,

As we celebrate Christmas in Simon’s Town, our hearts go out to all affected by the recent fires. In these challenging times, the strength and unity of our community have shone brighter than ever, embodying the true spirit of hope and resilience.

This festive season, we find ourselves reflecting on the incredible courage and solidarity shown by our firefighters, volunteers, and every member of this community. Your efforts and support have been a beacon of light during these difficult days.

We extend our warmest wishes to each of you this Christmas. May your homes be safe havens of peace, love, and joy. Let's cherish these moments with our loved ones and hold onto the hope for a brighter and rejuvenated new year.

Merry Christmas 🎄🏖️

21/12/2023

19/12/2023

Update : 🔥The Fire is moving along Millers Point and has moved behind the mountain towards the Ostrich Farm. As a result, the road to Cape Point is closed from Millers Point, and access is restricted. We urge everyone to adhere to road closures to facilitate the movement of emergency vehicles.

🚫 Road Closure: Please be aware that the road to Cape Point is closed from Millers Point, and individuals will be asked to turn back. Maintaining a clear thoroughfare is imperative for the efficient movement of emergency vehicles.

🚁 Aerial Response: At present, three helicopters are actively engaged in firefighting efforts, with an additional one on standby. Emergency personnel are working tirelessly to manage the situation.

💧🍲👁️ Donation Appeal: In light of the ongoing emergency, we urgently request donations of the following items:

Water: Bottled water donations are crucial
Food (Halaal): Sandwiches, particularly those meeting Halaal dietary requirements.
Eye Drops are essential for providing relief to individuals/support affected by smoke inhalation.

Your support is immensely valuable during this critical time. Please consider contributing to aid emergency personnel in their dedicated efforts.

🙏 We appreciate your cooperation and generosity. For donation drop-off information please refer to the image or for further inquiries, please contact 072 380 0587

🚨🔔 Please Share: Spread this information within the community to ensure everyone remains informed and alert.

19/12/2023

🔥 the season 🔥 Castle Rock Fire 🔥 Simonstown 🔥 Millers Point🔥

SANParks - Table Mountain National Park has dispatched contracted crews from NCC Environmental Services’, Working on Fire and Volunteer Wildfire Services to a fire near Castle Rock, Simonstown.

City of Cape Town Fire and Rescue Services as well as aerial resources, are on scene.

More information to follow.




Please be extra careful with any flame when out and about in the western cape

09/12/2023

A serene morning following a night’s rain. The air is cool and fresh, and beams of early morning sunlight filter through dark clouds casting a gentle light over a choppy False Bay

05/12/2023

Great view of (the toll gate section) Chapmas Peak Drive

Cruising down Cape Town's most scenic road 🛣️

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04/12/2023

Great news!!!!

01/12/2023

Experiments reveal the birds use their unique markings to tell each other apart

04/11/2023

05/10/2023

Sunset last night was a truly spectacular experience.
I love Cape Town
I Love Simon's Town

22/07/2023

Take advantage of the beautiful weather for a picturesque round of golf at Simon's Town Country Club, an STBA member.