Vanderkloofdam

Calling all fishermen!

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Albert vd Westhuizen

The Rural Fisheries Programme of Rhodes University in association with the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development are investigating the potential for developing a small scale artisanal long line fishery for catfish on the Vanderkloof Dam in the Northern Cape.
In order to inform all interested and or affected parties an open meeting will be held at the Vanderkloof Department of Water Affairs from 9am onwards on Wednesday the 22nd May 2013. The purpose of this meeting will be to present the findings of a recent biological survey of the dam and to discuss the logistics of the proposed long line fishery. Furthermore the meeting will provide a platform for all interested parties to air any concerns or opinions regarding this proposed project.
The meeting will be attended by representatives from the Rural Fisheries Programme, Department of Agriculture, Water Affairs, Nature Conservation, SAPS, recreational angling clubs, local fishermen and any private individuals who wish to attend.
We would very much appreciate your attendance.
Please RSVP by email to roganfield@gmail.com so we can confirm numbers.

Kind regards
Rogan Field
Rural Fisheries Programme

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Kudu kroeg, Vanderkloof – Wat gebeur hierdie naweek!

Posted on April 23, 2013 by Albert vd Westhuizen

Groot skerm rugby!

Saterdag aand hou ons groot verjaarsdag makietie( o.a. Kudu en 2x groot maaitjies van Kudu).

Happy hour, groot afslag, pryse (Soos met Kudu se opening 2 jaar terug).

Kudu se “Singles Klub” bied aan:

Woensdag 24ste: Herderspastei ete @ R25 p.p.. Bespreek asb voor 24/04 om 10h00. Speletjies en goeie musiekkeuses op Woensdae. Dit is nie NET vir singles nie hoor!

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Rolfontein Nature Reserve.

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Albert vd Westhuizen

The 8000ha Rolfontein Nature Reserve was established in 1970, offering visitors game viewing, hiking, picnic sports and birding.

The nature reserve has been renovated since the beginning of 2012 by Anix Consulting and will re-open in May 2013. An exact date has not been set yet but it is certainly a good time to make a trip to Vanderkloof to view this amazing nature reserve with stunning views over South Africa’s second biggest dam. For more information or contact details click here

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Menslief Craft & Coffee Shoppe

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Albert vd Westhuizen

Menslief Craft Shoppe
Disa Street, Vanderkloof

Kom drink ‘n lekker koppie koffie/tee saam met heerlike Swartwoud/Vla/kaaskoek, wortelmuffins. In die hitte kom drink ‘n yskoud melkskommel – al die geure beskikbaar. Allerhande handgemaakte kuns items is beskikbaar. Ook die enigste plek om jou Vanderkloof “souveneurs” te kry!

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This weekend: Olympic Medalist Bridgitte Hartley in Vanderkloof

Posted on April 11, 2013 by Albert vd Westhuizen

Welcome to South Africa’s golden girl in the Sprint Paddling world….. Olympic Medalist Bridgitte Hartley. She is in Vanderkloof this weekend to take part in the National selection for the Sprint teams to represent South Africa.

If you have photos to add to the gallery below feel free to email them to info@vanderkloofdam.co.za

We have added more photos (15 April 2013)

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Bridgitte Hartley

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Hengel Kompetisie – 27 April 2013

Posted on April 10, 2013 by Albert vd Westhuizen

Ons het op die 27ste April ‘n ope oewer hengel kompetisie by die Rolfontein natuur reservaat. Die ingang is te Petrusville, 15km vanaf Vanderkloof. Die kompetisie begin om 07:00 en eindig om 16:00. Inweeg sal teen die oewer wees om 16:30. Die kompetisie word geborg deur OK Value te Vanderkloof. Inskrywings sal al vanaf 06:00 by die hekke geneem word en beloop R50.00 per hengelaar. Prys vir die grootste karp is R1500-00, grootste baber R500-00 en grootste moddervis R500-00. Nie te versmaai so net voor die winter nie. Kontak Francois Fouche vir rigting aanwysings indien jy nie weet waar die ingang is nie asook vir verdere inligting by 0828219457. Stywe lyne groete.

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Canoeing South Africa National Sprint Trials

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Albert vd Westhuizen

This weekend, 13 and 14 April 2013, Shaun Rubenstein and Tiffany Kruger is just 2 of the many athletes taking part in the South African National Canoe Sprint Trials on Vanderkloof Dam!

Please support this event at the Vanderkloof Holiday Resort! The event will also be covered by SABC2 and will be used in the selection of national teams to the following events:

Junior & U23 World Championships, Canada, August 1-4, 2013
Summer Universiade, Croatia, July 6-17, 2013
Senior ICF World Cup Regattas, May 2013

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Kristalsee Selfsorg

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Albert vd Westhuizen

Introducing the new standard in luxury accommodation at Vanderkloofdam!

Kristalsee or Crystal Sea Self-catering House is a well-appointed and cozy three bedroom house located on the edge of the Vanderkloof Dam. While having an early morning cup of coffee on the balcony, one can enjoy colorful sunrises and serene waters, appreciating the tranquil atmosphere of this tiny village in the upper Karoo of the Northern Cape.

For more information and to book now contact:

Website: www.kristalsee.co.za

Reservations: Sulette Oelofse Cell: 072 074 1696

Boat club and trips: Johan Oelofse Cell: 072 073 3128

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USSA-R Sprints

Posted on March 21, 2013 by Albert vd Westhuizen

The weekend of 22 and 23 March 2013 was the annual USSA-R sprints in Vanderkloofdam.

If you were in Vanderkloof please send some photos of anything interesting during this weekend! If you are near Vanderkloofdam why not take a trip to South Africa’s second biggest dam for a family breakaway this Easter holidays?