Kirstenbosch Winter Wonders

I can't think of a better place for your kids to spend the holidays, explore the most beautiful garden in Africa and learning more about the environment we live in. Getting the opportunity to meet and learn from world renowned 'Tree' botanist, herpetologist professors, listening to stories read by Struik Nature's author in the Botanical Society Bookshop at Kirstenbosch, these storytelling sessions will be full with adventure and activities.

Free Garden entry for children under 18 years during the Winter School Holidays 25 June to 17 July.

See full programme details on www.sanbi.org.za

Enquiries: 021 799 8783

Kirstenbosch Winter Wonders 2016

Saturday 25 June 2016, 09.30 - 11.30,
Winter Wonders Family Treasure Hunt. Meeting point: Info desk in the visitors centre (Gate 1) family groups (i.e. no unaccompanied children) will be invited to join a treasure hunting team.

Saturday 25 June 2016, 14.00 - 15.00,
A San/African Folktale and adventure with botanist, Prof Ernst Van Jaarsveld. Venue: Conservatory (Gate 1).

Monday 27 June 2016, 10.00-11.00,
Struik Nature's Author show and tell in the Botanical Society Bookshop at Kirstenbosch (Visitors Centre) Title: A Box of Rocks, Author: Nick Norman.

Wednesday 29 June 2016, 10.00 - 12.00,
A San/African Folktale and adventure with botanist, Prof Ernst Van Jaarsveld. Venue: Conservatory (Gate 1)

Thursday 30 June 2016, 10.00-11.00,
Struik Nature's Author Story reading and activity programme in the Botanical Society Bookshop at Kirstenbosch (Visitors Centre) Title: Mister King's Incredible Journey author and illustrator: David du Plessis.

Friday 1 July 2016, 10.00-11.00,
StruikNature's author reading in the Botanical Society Bookshop at Kirstenbosch (visitors centre) Title: first field guide to snakes and other reptiles

Saturday 2 July 2016, 09.30 - 11.30,
Winter Wonders Family Treasure Hunt. Meeting point: info desk in the visitors centre (Gate 1) wear weatherproof clothing. No booking is required. Cost free

Monday 4 July 2016, 10.00 - 11.30,
Family activity: find 50 in Kirstenbosch competition. Family groups are required to purchase the Find 50 in Kirstenbosch activity book at the Kirstenbosch bookshop - Gate 1 cost R40

Wednesday 6 July 2016, 10.00 - 11.00,
A San/African folktale and adventure with botonist, Prof Ernst Van Jaarsveld. Venue: Conservatory (Gate 1)

Thursday 7 July 2016, 10.00-11.00,
Struik Children's Author Story reading and activity programme in the Botanical Society Bookshop at Kirstenbosch (visitors centre) Title: Katya's Hairy Tales: The Bacon Chase. Author: Julia Richman.

Saturday 9 July 2016, 09.30 - 11.30,
Winter Wonders Family Treasure Hunt. Meeting point: Info Desk in the Visitors Centre (Gate 1) Family groups (i.e. no unaccompanied children) will be invited to join a treasure hunting team.

Wednesday 13 July, 09.00-13.00,
Biodiversity and Waste Art Workshop. Gold Fields Environmental Education Centre Art Workshop 1: Suitable for grade 4-6 (approximately 10 - 12 years). Booking essential with Sally Hey: 021 799 8676 / 8670 az.gro.ibnas@yeh.s. cost R60

Thursday 14 July 2016, 09.00-13.00,
Nature's Treasure Box Gold Fields Environmental Education Centre Art Workshop 2: suitable for Grade R - 3 (approximately 6-9 years). Booking essential with Sally Hey: 021 799 8676 / 8670 az.gro.ibnas@yeh.s Cost R60

Friday 15 July 2016, 10.00-11.00,
Struik Children's author reading in the Botanical Society Bookshop at Kirstenbosch (visitors centre) Title: Aunt Alice and the Lion and The Elephants are Coming author: Lindsay Norman.

Saturday 16 July 2016, 09h30 - 11.30,
Winter Wonders Family Treasure Hunt. Meeting point: info desk in the visitors centre (Gate 1) family groups (i.e. no unaccompanied children) will be invited to join a treasure hunting team.

For more information contact: Jessica Miller 021 554 6270 moc.snoitacinummocoppih@acissej.

Date: 25 June 2016 to 16 July 2016
Time: 09:00 - 15:00
Venue: Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens, Cape Town
Cost: Free