Strandlopers _SA

21/05/2026

Meet one of our Jonk Strandlopers, Tatum Booysen 🌿, as she shares her journey with the programme and the impact it has had on her life ✨

The Jonk Strandlopers programme was successfully piloted in 2025 thanks to the generous funding support from Nature Connect and Table Mountain Fund Small Grants, as well as the unwavering support from Cape Winelands Biosphere Reserve
Through this programme, we were able to identify and work with 25 Grade 9 and 10 learners from various schools across Paarl.
Tatum has stood out as one of the learners whose commitment, passion, and enthusiasm have shone throughout the programme, and we are incredibly proud to witness her growth and journey. 💙🩵💛

Footage captured by Caitlin Allison
Footage edited by Antonique Dick

12/05/2026

Strandlopers are looking for hands-on volunteers to help with educational programmes and various outdoor events. This could be you!

We are looking for volunteers from Drakenstein and the surrounding areas (Paarl, Wellington, Franschhoek etc. ) to join us in conservation-led activities, environmental education programmes, clean-ups, community events and creative storytelling projects.
Whether you are a student, creative, educator, nature lover or simply someone wanting to give back, there is space for you.

Are you passionate about the ocean and the environment? Would you like to be a part of a community and create meaningful change? To get involved contact us at [email protected] or 067 107 3372

Note: No previous experience needed, just a willingness to learn and participate!

27/09/2025

🌍💙 This past weekend, we came together along the Berg River to celebrate World Clean-Up Day and to honour the place where the Strandlopers journey first began. ✨

With the amazing energy of our participants, we turned the day into one filled with fun, community spirit, and purpose. Together, we collected an incredible 350 kg of waste! 💪♻️

A heartfelt thank you to our partner and collaborators & for making this day such a success. 🙌

And special gratitude to the funders of our Jonk Strandlopers programme, & , for continuously believing in and supporting our vision. 🌿💚

16/09/2025

🌍💚 It’s that time of the year again! Join us this Saturday for our annual Berg River Clean-up as we celebrate World Clean-up Day ✨

📅 Date: 20 September 2025
🕘 Time: 9:00 for 9:30 – 12:30
📍 Location: Berg River Boulevard, Groenvlei (next to Oosbosch Street)

👉 What to bring:
🧢 A cap/hat
💧 A water bottle
👟 Proper closed shoes
🤝 …and a friend!

This isn’t just a clean-up — it’s a celebration of where it all began for Strandlopers. Let’s come together, give back to our river, and honour the journey we’ve taken as a community. 🌊✨

We can’t wait to see you there! 💙

08/08/2025

What started as a Jonk Strandlopers session turned into a powerful gathering that brought learners, teachers, tribal leaders, artists, and community partners together to explore Indigenous history, identity, and the power of language.

The event opened with a sacred ceremony led by the Hawequa /Xam tribe, followed by a moving Reeldans performance by the Nederburg Vastrappers. The atmosphere was rich with cultural pride, reflection, and connection.

We were honoured to hear from:
✨ Hybre Van Niekerk, who challenged the portrayal of Krotoa in history
🎨 Dieuwke-Jean Linee, who reimagined Krotoa through art
📝 Gaireyah Fredericks, who brought the beauty of Kaaps poetry to life

Thank you to our incredible partners Cape Winelands Biosphere Reserve ENJOY DRAKENSTEIN Noorder Paarl High School
for helping make this a truly memorable day.

This was more than just an event, it was a step in reclaiming our narratives and honouring Indigenous knowledge systems. 💙🩵💛

Thanks to our in-house Jonk Strandloper Photographer 📸 Diyaa-Udeen Bougaard for capturing the beautiful moments.

Speacial thanks to Nature Connect & Table Mountain Fund
for making our Jonks Strandlopers Programme possible 💙🩵💛

04/08/2025

03/08/2025

03/07/2025

🎉 Thank You for Making Our Fundraising Event Unforgettable! 🎉

On 28 June 2025, we set out to gather 100 people in support of our mission, but thanks to your incredible enthusiasm, more than 150 people joined us at the Platinum Lounge to celebrate and make a difference together!

With your support, we raised over R7,000 to help bring marine education and environmental awareness to our inland communities. 🌊💙

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who:
✨ Purchased tickets
✨ Brought friends and family
✨ Shared the event
✨ Donated tickets even if you couldn’t attend—your generosity still made an impact

We’d also like to extend our deep appreciation to our amazing prize sponsors, who helped make the evening extra special:
🎁 Otters Bend Lodge
🎁 Monte Rochelle

Your contributions and kindness fuel the work we do and inspire us to keep going.

Stay tuned to see the impact of your support, and we look forward to welcoming you to our next event!