Mpenjati Reserve gets some much-needed TLC from volunteers

Volunteers, including patrols from the 1st Margate Scout Troop, recently completed phase one of the Mpenjati Nature Reserve improvements.

The Honorary Officers braved extremely hot weather conditions and put in the hard work to ensure the Yengele Trail at the reserve was refurbished.

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So far, the substantial amount of work done involved clearing the trail from overgrowth, re-laying rotten timber on the trail and rebuilding some of the walkways as well as the mammoth task of rebuilding the viewing deck, which overlooks the lagoon mouth.

According to the brains behind the project, Penny Shone, phase two of the project is set to follow soon.

Once work is completed, the public will have the opportunity to spot the reserve’s resident nesting fish eagles, as well many other birds and animals including duiker, bush pig, Cape clawless otter, water mongoose and bushbuck, not to mention the absolutely beautiful views of the lagoon and the ocean.

The Yengele Trail is approximately 1.5km long and crosses over two of the largest and oldest dunes on the South Coast.

“What a beautiful day it was, to be surrounded by picturesque views, as we began the task of rebuilding the viewing deck on the Yengele Trail,” said Ms Shone. “The nesting fish eagles gave their call of approval on our arrival and work was set into motion.”

Ms Shone thanked everyone involved from the donations received to the valuable time that people set aside to assist.

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