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FRIENDS OF RIETVLEI
An organisation supporting the conservation of Table Bay Nature Reserve
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WHAT DEFINES US
Rietvlei is one of the most important wetland areas in the Cape Peninsula, supporting a large number and variety of water birds. It lies within the Table Bay Nature Reserve, managed by the Biodiversity Management Branch of the City of Cape Town.
The Friends of Rietvlei have been in existence since 1987, providing assistance and support for the management of the Table Bay Nature Reserve, Cape Town. Our efforts have been crucial in ensuring the security of Rietvlei land, which was officially designated as a nature reserve. We are committed to ensuring that the wetlands and lagoon will be conserved for generations to come.
Initially, the focus of the Friends of Rietvlei was the conservation of the Rietvlei area itself, but over time, our work has expanded to encompass the entire Table Bay Nature Reserve. As pioneers of the Friends of Rietvlei group under WESSA, we have broadened our involvement in environmental issues in the Blaauwberg Area, as many of these concerns have a direct or indirect effect on Rietvlei and the Diep River Estuary. We are dedicated to promoting and ensuring that the general public can enjoy and appreciate the beauty and importance of the nature reserve.
Upcoming events & activities
LOOKING FOR OUR OLD SITE?
If you are looking for a document related to the Friends of Rietvlei, it might be stored on our old website, which is now being used as an archive.
EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
MORNING BIRD WALK
Date: Saturday 18 May 2025 08:00 – 10:30
Rietvlei Wetland Reserve
BOTANICAL WALK
Date: Saturday 15 March 2025 09:00 – 10:00
Sunset Beach, Milnerton
THE FIRST HEROIC RESCUE IN THE CAPE BY WOLRAAD WOLTEMADE
Date: Saturday 15 March 2025 11:00
Rietvlei Boma, Table Bay Nature Reserve
BECOME A MEMBER
If you have an interest in your environment, wetlands, birds or just a love for nature and walking outdoors, please consider joining the Friends of Rietvlei.
BENEFITS
- Free entry into Rietvlei for yourself, or your family if you take out family membership
- Newsletters
- Talks and presentations
- Bird walks & other outings