Be sure of interesting finds on a Melville Koppies hike
There are various self-guided and guided hikes to choose from.
Wind power has been bringing water to farmers for thousands of years and might be saving some of us from load-shedding, but it is something that plants have been relying on for millions of years.
Visit Melville Koppies now and you’ll spot the seeds of the Clematis villosa and Gomphocarpus fruticosa still drying out but getting ready to be carried away by the wind to land in a new spot and settle down in their new homes.
If the Latin names are too much for you, it’s easier to remember their common names. Gomphocarpus is called a milkweed because of the milky sap inside its stems and it’s not hard to see why the Clematis is called a feather duster.
Choose from a 5km self-guided hike, a guided tour (book on 079 532 0083 or be there by 8.30am), a 3km self-guided heritage trail or just take a map and guide yourself along the extensive network of paths.
On the first Sunday of the month join a guided 8km hike starting at 08:00 sharp. Adults R80, children R40; season ticket for a year per adult – R500 (not transferable). Income is used for maintenance of the Koppies, with R22 000 to be raised per month.
Security on the Koppies is provided; park in secure parking opposite the entrance at Marks Park in Judith Road, Emmarentia.
For more information, contact wendavid@mweb.co.za or call 079 532 0083 or check out www.mk.org.za about the history and what you can see or https://www.facebook.com/melvillekoppies.
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