Simon's Town Coastal Forum

19/11/2018

The Cape RADD Documentary TRAILER (2018)
The full length documentary will be premiered at the marine talks evening, this Friday 23rd, at False Bay Yacht Club

This documentary explores the efforts from a marine field station based in Simon's Town, South Africa. The team at Cape RADD (Research and Diver Development) explain why this specific area in South Africa is so unique, the research that they do and how they are trying to make a difference.

Join us Friday to see the full length doccie, and hear some talks by ocean lovers and conservationists.

Website: https://www.caperadd.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caperadd/?hl=en

04/03/2015

UPDATED: SEARCH & RESCUE (additional drop-offs):
Wildlife search and rescue teams have been organised in Noordhoek with Four Paws/SPCA and SANParks.
Specialists teams are already in the field in various affected areas.

Volunteer teams in Noordhoek have not been able to go out yet, due to unpredictable flare ups. SANParks will confirm when they are allowed to go out safely.

Four Paws & SPCA need the following supplies - please donate:

* Plastic Drip Trays and Plastic Buckets
* Old Boxes for storing injured survivors
* Towels & Blankets
* Bactroban, Bandages and Cotton Wool balls
* Antiseptic for burns such as Dermavet
* Rugby Socks or LONG school socks for tying around eyes
* Welding Gloves for picking up Porcupines
* Water – small bottles
* Foods: fruit, vegetables

PLUS: First aid equipment and fire protective gear!

Drop off (north of affected area):
-SPCA: Grassy Park, Corner of First Avenue and First Road.
-SPCA Vet Shop: Gabriel road, Plumstead.
-Four Paws: The Green Building, Westlake Business Park, 9B Bell Crescent, Westlake-Pick n Pay: Constantia
-Public library: Tokai
-Vet Shop: Capricorn Square, Marina da Gama
-Panorama 24 Vet, Hendrik Verwoerd Drive, Parow (the CAT entrance)
-24 Hour Cape Animal Hospital, Rosmead Ave, Kenilworth
-Plant Café, 8 Buiten Street CT

Drop off (south - control centre):
NG Community Hall opposite Noordhoek Farm Village.

Cash donations to SPCA.

Thank you.
Please share.

04/03/2015

WILDLIFE SEARCH AND RESCUE:

Wildlife search and rescue teams have been organised in Noordhoek.
Teams have not been able to go out yet, due to unpredictable flare ups.
SANParks will confirm when they are allowed to go out safely.
In the interim;

More information:
Massive shout out to the people from Four Paws animal relief for briefing teams/volunteers this morning about wildlife rescue.
SANParks is not allowing anyone up on the mountain until they have declared it safe. Groups will be deployed with a SANPark official once they give us clearance.
The aim is NOT to remove any survivors unless they are severely injured/burnt. Many of them cannot be re-introduced to the wild after rehab or even after being out of their surroundings for a few days so PLEASE leave the survivors (eg, tortoises), if they look okay.
Please do however leave out water bowls/plates in your garden for those seeking refuge. Firefighters are also urged to only remove them if they are in harms way. Rescue teams will be with trained professionals so please do not attempt any rescue missions without the proper permission from authorities as it is not safe.

Four Paws & SPCA need the following supplies should you wish to donate:
* Plastic Drip Trays and Plastic Buckets
* Old Boxes for storing injured survivors
* Towels & Blankets
* Bactroban, Bandages and Cotton Wool balls
* Rugby Socks or LONG school socks for tying around eyes
* Welding Gloves for picking up Porcupines
* Water – small bottles

PLUS: First aid equipment and fire protective gear

Drop off (north):
SPCA: Grassy Park (corner First Avenue and First Road)
SPCA Vet Shop: Gabriel road, Plumstead
Pick n Pay: Constantia
Public Library: Tokai
Four Paws: Green Building, Westlake Business Park, 9B Bell Crescent, Westlake

Drop off (south):
NG Community Hall opposite Noordhoek Farm Village.

Thanks! Please share!

16/04/2014

- great news: Erf 60 contracted to for incorporation into the (Table Mountain National Park) for perpetuity!

"Gordon’s has taken this bold decision to contract land in perpetuity, i.e. forever, to SANParks and therefore it will be conserved and protected as part of the TMNP and Cape Floral Region World Heritage Site."

http://roundandaboutsouth.wordpress.com/2014/04/15/gordons-hands-over-erf-60-to-table-mountain-national-park/

Today 30.6 ha of Erf 60 has been contracted to SANParks in perpetuity for incorporation into the Table Mountain National Park (TMNP). This includes all of Erf 60 on the Glencairn Heights side from ...

04/03/2014

news: Institute for Maritime Technology's presentations: Thu 6 Mar 18h30. Topics include: naval / coastal activities & info on the 2 local shipwrecks (Brunswick & Clan Stuart).
Where: IMT, Martello Rd, Simon’s Town
When: Thursday 6th March 2014
Time: 18:30 for 19:00 hrs

Seating for 80 people only, so booking is essential!
Reserve your seat by contacting Benita Maritz at IMT before 12:00 hrs on Tuesday 4th March 2014 at (021) 786 8100 during office hours.

The Institute for Maritime Technology, in conjunction with the SA Navy’s Environmental Office, invites you to an evening of interesting presentations providing information on naval and coastal acti...

21/02/2014

A Whale of a Heritage Route are once again organising a series of Junior Whale Spotter Workshops between March and August 2014. The workshops are aimed at children and their parents with an interes...

04/12/2013

Support local and international calls for increasing marine protected areas, in any way you can (MPAs).
Even if it is just adhering to the following advice, as a resident or tourist in the area:

What can you do to help conserve marine life?
◾Be a responsible tourist and respect the places you visit including the natural, social and cultural environment
◾Don’t buy souvenirs that are made from marine animals: seashells, starfish, seahorses, etc.
◾Don’t buy unregulated, potentially threatened or endangered species being sold as food, medicinal products or souvenirs
◾Learn more about the seafood you eat – where it comes from, how it was fished, what the status of the fish stocks are visit http://www.ewt.org.za/support_sassi.aspx

Due to various and increasing threats to marine ecosystems globally, the calls to manage and protect vast areas of the ocean are growing louder. This informative article was released by PEW in Octo...

10/11/2013

Great dive site, Simon's Town!

The Wreck of the Brunswick - "The Brunswick has always been a favourite dive spot, as it is full of interest and is readily accessible, even though it is within the limits of the South African Naval Harbour. "

http://roundandaboutsouth.wordpress.com/2013/10/21/the-wreck-of-the-brunswick/

In 1805, the English East Indiaman, the Brunswick, was captured by the French off Port du Galle, Ceylon and brought across the Indian Ocean as a prize to Simon’s Town, then in Dutch and French hand...

07/10/2013

The Annual Penguin Festival - Simon's Town - 12th October !
Hosted at Boulders Penguin Colony from 10h00 to 14h00.
This includes the penguin release at Seaforth at 10h00 - where SANCCOB will release a group of rescued and rehabilitated penguins back into the wild.

We hope to see you there!

The Annual Penguin Festival will be hosted at TMNP (Table Mountain National Park) Boulders Penguin Colony on 12 October 2013 (10h00 to 14h00). The festival aims to raise awareness about our ...

25/09/2013

via our twitter account :
We celebrated the launch of the community blogsite (on the 18th Sep) & covered the event:
"Simons Town gets connected"

http://www.peoplespost.co.za/PQ/edition/89303/edition-article-details/simons-town-gets-connected

The Simon’s Town Civic Association (STCA) has launched a community blog to connect with residents from Glencairn to Simon’s Town. ...

25/09/2013

“On Saturday the 14th September; a group of four Russian tourists (all very experienced divers) and two local divers were on Tony’s boat for some dives. Their second dive was at the Clan Stuart dive site, which is usually done as a shore entry across the beach but because of the large swell on Saturday they dived from the boat.

Seconds into the dive a great white shark appeared from further down the wreck and circled the divers twice before swimming off. One of the Russian divers, Vladislav Tomshinskiy, had the great presence of mind to film the shark as it swam past the second time..."
more info on the blogsite.
Thank you so much to Clare and Tony from Learn to Dive Today !

Clare and Tony Lindeque run a scuba diving school and boat charter (Learn to Dive) from their home in Sun Valley. The amazing account below, of an encounter with a great white shark, was shared ext...

18/09/2013

Reminder: tonight; Wed 18 Sep is "Celebrate the New Community Blog Night"

The Simon’s Town Civic Association will be holding their General Meeting and the highlight of the evening is the celebratory launch of our new community blog Round & About, created by various stakeholders to connect communities and share information.
The Coastal Forum is excited to be involved.

6 for 6.30pm
Town Hall - Simon's Town

16/09/2013

One of the inspectors celebrates the cleanliness of the ocean within the Simon's Town harbour, with a characteristic jump for joy!!
;)

(Thanks to Peter Smith for passing on the photo)

There is a rumour that a new marine pollution inspectorate is being formed. The opportunity to make use of the considerable experience of certain charismatic marine megafauna is being considered by...

02/09/2013

The Simon's Town Coastal Forum is thrilled to be a part of the new "Round And About South" blogsite.

Round And About South is the new community blog for residents from Glencairn to Simon’s Town and beyond.
Aiming to raise awareness & community spirit, connecting people, and giving everyone a voice.
The Coastal Forum are posting stories and news on the site every Monday, so look out for our posts.

You can also sign on and get regular postings from the many contributors to the site.

The Simon’s Town Coastal Forum gives a voice to the aspirations of all people, who appreciate and value the magnificent setting of the coastal environment surrounding Simon’s Town. The Coastal Foru...

02/09/2013

Wonderful series of images and story from Dave Hurwitz of the Simon's Town Boat Company!

On the 10th of August, while on a whale viewing trip, Dave Hurwitz, of the Simon's Town Boat Company, captured these incredible images of a Southern Right whale mother and calf. As per their Facebo...

02/09/2013

A local success story!

Successful law enforcement on our coasts require speedy response and effective cooperation between various agencies to close gaps in coverage at sea. This was the case in early July when suspicious...

02/09/2013

Simon's Town is the destination for easy and fun access to viewing, and diving with, False Bay’s marine life. We are truly blessed to have these animals in our back yard, and just 40 minutes from t...

02/09/2013

Register soon, and then head on down to Simon's Town on the 20th Sep for this cooool event.

Where: False bay Yacht Club parking area, Simon’s Town
When: Saturday 21st September 2013 from 08.00-11.00 hrs.

To register: email your name and contact details to [email protected] and use “2013 clean-up” as a subject.

Are you a diver and want to take part in this year’s International Ocean Clean-up day? Please continue reading and help Simon’s Town Marina to keep their Blue Flag status. False Bay Yacht Club will...