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Have some ‘egg’cellent fun at Beachwood Mangroves

The event has two goals, creating a family day and a place for the children to have fun while learning about environmental issues and fundraising for the reserve.

THE North Durban Honorary Officers will host an Easter themed open morning on Saturday, 20 April from 8am to 1pm at the Beachwood Mangrove Nature Reserve.

The North Durban Honorary Officers are a group of volunteers who give their own time to maintain the reserve and promote environmental awareness.

According to reserve manager, Basil Pather, events like the Easter Egg Hunt (and the Halloween event last year) give the officers a chance to raise money for various projects.

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“The event has two goals, creating a family day and a place for the children to have fun while learning about environmental issues and fundraising for the reserve. There are two options on the day, the Easter Egg Hunt and crafts (R50 child) which includes a free food decorating class and the full package (R100) which includes the Easter Egg Hunt, food decorating class, lunch and face paint,” he said.

Entrance into the reserve is free and there will be food and soft drinks on sale.

Booking is essential, email ndho.enquiries@gmail.com

There will be special hidden treasure for participants of each stage to find and guest speakers who will speaking about relevant topics.

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