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    Buffalo injures Baviaanskloof campers

    By Mariska Spoormaker, Die Burger Port Elizabeth (SA) – A Somerset West man has told how an enraged buffalo attacked him and a friend, who was seriously injured ...

    On September 8, 2011 / By Matthew Zylstra
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    Nature speaks to Baviaanskloof youth

    Emerging from five days in the Kouga wilderness, a group of youth from areas across the Baviaanskloof Mega Reserve (BMR) find their passion for nature and its message ...

    On September 22, 2010 / By eyes4earth
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    Publication: Meaningful Nature Experiences

    My chapter “Meaningful nature experiences: pathways for deepening connections between people and place” features in the book "Cultural and Spiritual Significance of Nature in Protected Areas" ...

    On December 4, 2018 / By Matthew Zylstra
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    Cave & The Contemplator

    Announcing the iBook release of an evocative journey into nature connectedness. ...

    On April 22, 2015 / By Matthew Zylstra
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    Intentions in print

    The Baviaanskloof Nature Awareness Group has released a brochure outlining its vision and ambitions. ...

    On April 20, 2015 / By Matthew Zylstra
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    Modest steps toward wildest dreams

    The Baviaanskloof Nature Awareness Group reunited for an important and timely coming together ...

    On October 26, 2014 / By eyes4earth
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    Lesson from the mother

    Even the diminutive field mouse can dish up a karmic kind of lesson when failing to show a bit of respect and compassion ...

    On October 14, 2012 / By eyes4earth
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    Wisdom in disguise

    The skies offer telling insights to a group gathered together in the heart of the Baviaanskloof ...

    On September 5, 2012 / By eyes4earth
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    Mesmerized by mantis

    Our first image as part of our weekly release of meaningful nature experiences and profound wildlife encounters: "Mesmerized by Mantis" ...

    On February 8, 2012 / By Matthew Zylstra
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    Where the wild figs grow

    Members of the Baviaansloof Nature Awareness Group came together again last weekend. Under the shade of Sewefontein’s serene wild fig tree forest, a couple of group members met ...

    On October 17, 2011 / By eyes4earth
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species: bluntnose klipfish
“One touch of nature makes the whole world kin.”
	- William Shakespeare 

This quote by Shakespeare speaks to the interconnectedness of all living beings through their shared natural essence. It suggests that a felt experience of ‘nature’ can transcend perceived cultural, social, and species boundaries. Nature, in its raw beauty and presence has, when given a particular kind of attention, the power to evoke universal emotions and stir a sense of commonality among beings. It offers a potent reminder of the fundamental bond that connects all living creatures. Irrespective of our individual backgrounds, ideologies or beliefs, we are all part of the greater tapestry of nature with our pulsing sensing animal bodies.

(So, go on, Mariah, touch it. I never would’ve thought your music would serve a purpose for me!)

Source: adapted from The Socratic Method
An unusual show of flair & bravado compared to mos An unusual show of flair & bravado compared to most octopus I encounter in Keurbooms estuary that are reticent, wary & tucked away . 

#octopus #keurboomsestuary
If you live near the Plettropolis come join us for If you live near the Plettropolis come join us for a  conversation about meaningful nature experiences.

Fellow Frisian descendant and percussionist @jamesvanminnen and I will be yarning about nature connectedness and what’s new in the decade since I completed my deep doctoral dive into the topic. We expect we might cover some tenuous terrain and beat around the bush. 

Details (see link in bio👆🏼):

Thursday 14th March 19h00-20h30 at The Harmony Centre at Kwendalo, Plettenberg Bay
Contribution: suggested R50-R100 (includes tea and refreshments)
RSVP by Wed 13 March: hello@kwendalo.co.za or
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