Visitor Info

GENERAL

  • The 7 Dams Conservancy is situated on municipal land and these rules have been compiled in accordance with the applicable municipal by-laws.
  • Bear in mind that the conservancy is first and foremost a nature reserve and that all conduct must be in accordance therewith.
  • Please remain on the existing trails. Do not walk or ride in the veld or create short cuts at intersections.
  • Always be considerate towards other users.
  • For groups of 10 or more persons or for organised events additional rules apply. This can be found elsewhere on our web page or will be provided on request.

PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES

  • No littering. Bins are available, but we prefer that you take out whatever you bring in.
  • No open fires or gas braais.
  • No smoking.
  • No alcohol.
  • No camping or overnighting.
  • No angling.
  • No cars, motor bikes, quadbikes or other motorised vehicles allowed.
  • No marking, painting, graffiti or writing may be done or applied on any bench, rock, stone or other object within the conservancy.

PARKING

  • Parking at the Gen. Beyers street gate is problematic, particularly over weekends. Please park as close to each other as reasonably possible, and park at right angles to the kerb, not parallel or at an oblique angle. Bear in mind that there may be ample space when you arrive, but many other visitors may arrive afterwards.
  • Please do not park on the gras. Park only on the tarred surface.

THE ACCESS CODE

  • The gates giving access to the conservancy is equipped with security locks.
  • The access code to these gates is provided to the members of the conservancy.
  • Please do not share the access code as this will impose a security risk to users of the conservancy and may grant access to unwanted elements.
  • Contravening of this rule will result in suspension or permanent cancellation of membership.

PHOTO SESSIONS

  • No confetti, glitter, paint, colouring, or any item which cannot be cleaned and removed immediately after the session, may be used.
  • The area must be left spotless on completion of the session.
  • Please note the rules for group events for 10 or more persons. These rules can be found elsewhere on our web page or will be provided on request.

GUESTS

  • Members are welcome to bring along guests, provided that no more than 4 guests per paying member are allowed.
  • Frequent guests should be encouraged to rather join as members and contribute to the conservancy’s expenses.
  • Please note the rules for group events for 10 or more persons. These rules can be found elsewhere on our web page or will be provided on request.

DOGS

  • All dogs must be leashed at all times. This is a municipal by-law and contravention may lead to prosecution and/or suspension or cancellation of membership. Please refer to the penalties stipulated below.
  • No dog may be allowed to disturb, harass or chase any birds or other animal.
  • If your dog poops on the trails, it must be removed. Failure to do so is a contravention of the municipal by-laws. Please refer to the penalties below.
  • It is acceptable to throw the faeces into the veld, but we prefer the use of poop bags.

CYCLISTS

  • Please slow down when approaching pedestrians and dogs.
  • Remain on the existing trails and do not create new trails or short cuts at intersections.
  • Mountainbikes promote rutting and erosion of the trails, particularly when wheels skid or slide. Kindly ride responsibly.

PENALTY PROVISIONS

  • In the case of non-compliance with these rules or any prohibition, the municipal by-laws provide for criminal prosecution and imprisonment and/or a fine of up to R60 000.
  • In cases not deserving of prosecution, membership may be suspended or permanently cancelled.
  • The discretion on the appropriate steps vests in the Board of the 7 Dams Conservancy NPC.

ALGEMEEN

  • Die 7 Damme Bewarea is geleë op munisipale grond en hierdie reëls is opgestel met inagneming van die toepaslike munisipale regulasies.
  • Neem in ag dat die bewarea eerstens ‘n natuurreservaat is en dat alle gedrag in die bewarea dienooreenkomstig moet wees.
  • Bly asseblief op die bestaande paadjies. Moet nie in die veld loop of ry of nuwe paadjies of kortpaaie by aansluitings maak nie.
  • Wees te alle tye bedagsaam teenoor ander gebruikers.
  • Vir groepe van 10 of meer of vir georganiseerde byeenkomste geld addisionele reëls. Dit verskyn elders op die webblad of sal op aanvraag verskaf word.

VERBODE AKTIWITEITE

  • Geen rommelstrooi nie. Hoewel vullisdromme beskikbaar is, verkies ons dat alles wat inkom, weer uitgeneem word.
  • Geen vuurmaak, hetsy oop vuur of gasbraai nie.
  • Geen rook nie.
  • Geen alkohol nie.
  • Geen oornag of kampering nie.
  • Geen visvang nie.
  • Geen motors, motorfietse, quadbikes of ander motoraangedrewe voertuie nie.
  • Geen merk, verf, graffiti of geskryf mag aangebring word op enige bank, klip, rots of ander voorwerp binne die Bewarea nie.

PARKERING

  • Parkering by die Genl Beyersstraat ingang is veral oor naweke ‘n probleem. Parkeer asseblief so na aan mekaar as moontlik, en reghoekig met die randsteen, nie parallel of skuins nie. Neem in ag dat, as jy aankom, daar moontlik nog baie ruimte is, maar dat daar talle mense na jou kan aankom.
  • Moet asseblief nie op die gras parkeer nie. Bly op die teer.

DIE TOEGANGSKODE

  • Die hekke wat toegang bied tot die bewarea is voorsien van kodeslotte.
  • Die toegangskode word aan lede van die bewarea verskaf
  • Moet asseblief nie die toegangskode met andere deel nie. Dit skep ‘n sekuriteitsrisiko vir besoekers aan die bewarea en kan toegang bied vir ongewenste elemente.
  • Oortreding van hierdie reël kan lei tot opskorting of permanente kansellasie van lidmaatskap.

FOTOSESSIES

  • Geen konfetti, “glitter”, verf, kleurstof of soortgelyke goed wat nie maklik en onmiddellik verwyder kan word, mag gebruik word nie.
  • Die terrein moet skoon agtergelaat word.
  • Let asseblief op die reëls ten opsigte van groepsgeleenthede vir 10 of meer persone. Dit kan elders op ons webblad gevind word.

BESOEKERS

  • Lede is welkom om besoekers saam te neem, met dien verstande dat nie meer as vier gaste per betalende lid toegelaat word nie.
  • Gereelde gaste moet aangemoedig word om eerder self ook aan te sluit.
  • Vir groepe van 10 of meer, sien asseblief die reëls vir groepsgeleenthede elders op die webblad.

HONDE

  • Alle honde moet te alle tye aan leibande wees. Dit is ‘n munisipale verordening en oortreding daarvan kan lei tot vervolging en/of opskorting of kansellasie van lidmaatskap. Sien die strafbepalings hieronder.
  • Geen hond mag toegelaat word om voëls of ander diere te versteur, te verwilder of te jaag nie.
  • As jou hond in die paadjie poef, verwyder dit asseblief. Versuim om dit te doen, is ‘n oortreding van ‘n munisipale regulasie. Sien die strafbepalings hieronder.
  • Dit is aanvaarbaar om die ontlasting in die veld te gooi, maar poefsakkies word verkies.

FIETSRYERS

  • Ry asseblief stadig as jy stappers en honde nader.
  • Bly op bestaande paadjies. Moet nie nuwe paadjies of kortpaaie by aansluitings skep nie.
  • Fietse bevorder slote en erosie, veral as die bande sleep. Ry verantwoordelik asseblief.

STRAFBEPALINGS

  • In geval van nie-nakoming van die reëls of verontagsaming van ‘n verbod maak die munisipale regulasies voorsiening vir strafregtelike vervolging en gevangenisstraf en/of ‘n boete van tot R60 000.
  • In gevalle wat nie vervolging regverdig nie, kan lidmaatskap opgeskort of permanent ontneem word.
  • Die diskresie oor welke stappe gepas is, berus by die Direksie van die 7 Damme Bewarea NWM.

GUIDELINES FOR GROUP EVENTS

  1. Any group of 10 or more persons that enters the Conservancy, or any person who allows 10 or more persons to enter the Conservancy, is considered to be an organised group and will be subject to the guidelines below. This includes any group who enters the Conservancy for the purpose of taking photographs.
  2. The organiser of any such group event is responsible for compliance with the prescripts contained in this document by all participants. Non-compliance may lead to the suspension or cancellation of membership or a ban on future use of the Conservancy.
  3. The Organiser of such event must obtain prior written consent from the Manager within a reasonable time before the proposed event at info@7dams.co.za
  4. The fee payable for such an event is R20 per person, which fee is payable in advance, provided that paid up members may enter free of charge.
  5. The Board of Directors may, in deserving cases, reduce or waive the fee, e.g. if the proceeds raised by the event is for charity.
  6. A refundable deposit, equal to the amount payable, may be required. The discretion whether or not to require a deposit, vests in the Manager.
  7. The deposit is refundable, provided that all remnants of the event, litter or similar matter is cleared within 24 hours after the event, and provided that no damage has been done. The deposit may be forfeited on reasonable grounds, and such decision vests in the Board.
  8. No confetti, tinsel, paint, powder paint or similar items which may be difficult to remove or to clean, are allowed in the conservancy.
  9. The proposed activity may not affect the Conservancy negatively in any manner, and in particular
    1. May not destroy, damage, disturb or otherwise negatively affect fauna or flora within the Conservancy.
    2. May not cause any risk of fire
    3. May not cause unacceptable noise levels, bearing in mind that the Conservancy is a nature reserve.
    4. No chalk may be used to mark any walking, jogging or cycling routes. Only removable flags, arrows or ribbons may be used.
  10. Dogs taking part in or brought into the conservancy during such event must be leashed at all times.
  11. Where dogs take part or accompany a participant/s, all excrement must be removed from the trails immediately after the event. It is recommended that owners should bring the wherewithal to pick up or remove their dog’s mess immediately.
  12. The organiser must bring the essential rules contained in the annexure below to the attention of every participant.

ANNEXURE: ESSENTIAL RULES

  • All dogs must be leashed at all times.
  • Please stay on the existing trails. Do not walk or ride in the veld.
  • Cyclists must slow down when approaching walkers or dogs.
  • No plants may be damaged or removed and no animals or birds may be disturbed.
  • No rowdiness or loud music is allowed.
  • Please be considerate to other users.

RIGLYNE VIR GROEPSGELEENTHEDE

  1. Enige groep van 10 of meer persone wat die Bewarea binnekom, of enige persoon wat 10 of meer persone die bewarea laat binnekom, word beskou as ‘n georganiseerde groep en is onderworpe aan die riglyne hieronder vervat. Dit sluit in enige groep wat binne die bewarea vir die neem van fotos bymekaarkom.
  2. Die organiseerder van enige groepsgeleentheid is verantwoordelik vir die nakoming deur alle deelnemers van die voorskrifte in hierdie dokument vervat. Nie-nakoming kan opskorting of beëindiging van lidmaatskap, of ‘n verbod op toekomstige gebruik van die bewarea tot gevolg hê.
  3. Die organiseerder van so groepsgeleentheid moet binne ‘n redelike tyd voor die beoogde geleentheid skriftelike goedkeuring by die Bestuurder verkry by info@7dams.co.za
  4. Die fooi betaalbaar vir so ‘n groepsgeleentheidsbesoek is R20 per persoon, welke fooi vooraf betaalbaar is, met dien verstande dat opbetaalde lede gratis toegang geniet.
  5. Die Direksie kan in verdienstelike gevalle die bedrag van die fooi verminder of daarmee wegdoen, bv. as die opbrengs vir liefdadigheid bestem is.
  6. ‘n Terugbetaalbare deposito, gelykstaande aan die toepaslike fooi, kan vereis word. Die diskresie om te besluit of ‘n deposito vereis word, berus by die Bestuurder.
  7. Die deposito is terugbetaalbaar mits enige rommel, papiere of soortgelyke items binne 24 opgeruim is en daar geen skade aangerig is nie. Die deposito kan om gegronde redes verbeur word, en sodanige besluit berus by die Direksie.
  8. Geen konfetti, tinsel, verf, poeierverf of soortgelyke moeilik-verwyderbare goed word in die bewarea toegelaat nie.
  9. Die beoogde aktiwiteit mag nie die bewarea of omgewing negatief raak in enige opsig nie, en meer bepaald
    1. Nie die plantegroei of dierelewe vernietig, beskadig, verwilder of andersins negatief raak nie
    2. Geen brandgevaar skep nie
    3. Geen onaanvaarbare geraasvlakke behels nie, in ag genome dat die Bewarea ‘n natuurreservaat is.
    4. Geen kalk mag gebruik word om stap-, draf- of fietsroetes aan te dui nie. Slegs verwyderbare vlaggies, pyle of linte mag gebruik word.
  10. Die Organiseerder moet die kern-reëls in die aanhangsel hiertoe onder elke deelnemer se aandag bring.
  11. Honde wat deelneem aan of ingebring word tydens ‘n byeenkoms MOET aan leirieme wees.
  12. Waar honde deelneem, moet alle ontlasting onverwyld na afloop van die byeenkoms uit die paadjies verwyder word. Dit word aanbeveel dat deelnemers die nodige toerusting saambring om onmiddellik ontlasting op te tel of uit die paadjie te verwyder.

AANHANGSEL: KERNREËLS

  • Alle honde moet te alle tye aan leibande wees.
  • Bly asseblief op die bestaande paadjies. Moet nie in die veld loop of ry nie.
  • Fietsryers moet stadig ry as hulle stappers of honde nader.
  • Geen plante mag beskadig of verwyder word nie en geen diere of voëls versteur word nie.
  • Geen luidrugtigheid of harde musiek nie.
  • Wees bedagsaam teenoor ander gebruikers.
Rules: Eng

GENERAL

  • The 7 Dams Conservancy is situated on municipal land and these rules have been compiled in accordance with the applicable municipal by-laws.
  • Bear in mind that the conservancy is first and foremost a nature reserve and that all conduct must be in accordance therewith.
  • Please remain on the existing trails. Do not walk or ride in the veld or create short cuts at intersections.
  • Always be considerate towards other users.
  • For groups of 10 or more persons or for organised events additional rules apply. This can be found elsewhere on our web page or will be provided on request.

PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES

  • No littering. Bins are available, but we prefer that you take out whatever you bring in.
  • No open fires or gas braais.
  • No smoking.
  • No alcohol.
  • No camping or overnighting.
  • No angling.
  • No cars, motor bikes, quadbikes or other motorised vehicles allowed.
  • No marking, painting, graffiti or writing may be done or applied on any bench, rock, stone or other object within the conservancy.

PARKING

  • Parking at the Gen. Beyers street gate is problematic, particularly over weekends. Please park as close to each other as reasonably possible, and park at right angles to the kerb, not parallel or at an oblique angle. Bear in mind that there may be ample space when you arrive, but many other visitors may arrive afterwards.
  • Please do not park on the gras. Park only on the tarred surface.

THE ACCESS CODE

  • The gates giving access to the conservancy is equipped with security locks.
  • The access code to these gates is provided to the members of the conservancy.
  • Please do not share the access code as this will impose a security risk to users of the conservancy and may grant access to unwanted elements.
  • Contravening of this rule will result in suspension or permanent cancellation of membership.

PHOTO SESSIONS

  • No confetti, glitter, paint, colouring, or any item which cannot be cleaned and removed immediately after the session, may be used.
  • The area must be left spotless on completion of the session.
  • Please note the rules for group events for 10 or more persons. These rules can be found elsewhere on our web page or will be provided on request.

GUESTS

  • Members are welcome to bring along guests, provided that no more than 4 guests per paying member are allowed.
  • Frequent guests should be encouraged to rather join as members and contribute to the conservancy’s expenses.
  • Please note the rules for group events for 10 or more persons. These rules can be found elsewhere on our web page or will be provided on request.

DOGS

  • All dogs must be leashed at all times. This is a municipal by-law and contravention may lead to prosecution and/or suspension or cancellation of membership. Please refer to the penalties stipulated below.
  • No dog may be allowed to disturb, harass or chase any birds or other animal.
  • If your dog poops on the trails, it must be removed. Failure to do so is a contravention of the municipal by-laws. Please refer to the penalties below.
  • It is acceptable to throw the faeces into the veld, but we prefer the use of poop bags.

CYCLISTS

  • Please slow down when approaching pedestrians and dogs.
  • Remain on the existing trails and do not create new trails or short cuts at intersections.
  • Mountainbikes promote rutting and erosion of the trails, particularly when wheels skid or slide. Kindly ride responsibly.

PENALTY PROVISIONS

  • In the case of non-compliance with these rules or any prohibition, the municipal by-laws provide for criminal prosecution and imprisonment and/or a fine of up to R60 000.
  • In cases not deserving of prosecution, membership may be suspended or permanently cancelled.
  • The discretion on the appropriate steps vests in the Board of the 7 Dams Conservancy NPC.
Rules: Afr

ALGEMEEN

  • Die 7 Damme Bewarea is geleë op munisipale grond en hierdie reëls is opgestel met inagneming van die toepaslike munisipale regulasies.
  • Neem in ag dat die bewarea eerstens ‘n natuurreservaat is en dat alle gedrag in die bewarea dienooreenkomstig moet wees.
  • Bly asseblief op die bestaande paadjies. Moet nie in die veld loop of ry of nuwe paadjies of kortpaaie by aansluitings maak nie.
  • Wees te alle tye bedagsaam teenoor ander gebruikers.
  • Vir groepe van 10 of meer of vir georganiseerde byeenkomste geld addisionele reëls. Dit verskyn elders op die webblad of sal op aanvraag verskaf word.

VERBODE AKTIWITEITE

  • Geen rommelstrooi nie. Hoewel vullisdromme beskikbaar is, verkies ons dat alles wat inkom, weer uitgeneem word.
  • Geen vuurmaak, hetsy oop vuur of gasbraai nie.
  • Geen rook nie.
  • Geen alkohol nie.
  • Geen oornag of kampering nie.
  • Geen visvang nie.
  • Geen motors, motorfietse, quadbikes of ander motoraangedrewe voertuie nie.
  • Geen merk, verf, graffiti of geskryf mag aangebring word op enige bank, klip, rots of ander voorwerp binne die Bewarea nie.

PARKERING

  • Parkering by die Genl Beyersstraat ingang is veral oor naweke ‘n probleem. Parkeer asseblief so na aan mekaar as moontlik, en reghoekig met die randsteen, nie parallel of skuins nie. Neem in ag dat, as jy aankom, daar moontlik nog baie ruimte is, maar dat daar talle mense na jou kan aankom.
  • Moet asseblief nie op die gras parkeer nie. Bly op die teer.

DIE TOEGANGSKODE

  • Die hekke wat toegang bied tot die bewarea is voorsien van kodeslotte.
  • Die toegangskode word aan lede van die bewarea verskaf
  • Moet asseblief nie die toegangskode met andere deel nie. Dit skep ‘n sekuriteitsrisiko vir besoekers aan die bewarea en kan toegang bied vir ongewenste elemente.
  • Oortreding van hierdie reël kan lei tot opskorting of permanente kansellasie van lidmaatskap.

FOTOSESSIES

  • Geen konfetti, “glitter”, verf, kleurstof of soortgelyke goed wat nie maklik en onmiddellik verwyder kan word, mag gebruik word nie.
  • Die terrein moet skoon agtergelaat word.
  • Let asseblief op die reëls ten opsigte van groepsgeleenthede vir 10 of meer persone. Dit kan elders op ons webblad gevind word.

BESOEKERS

  • Lede is welkom om besoekers saam te neem, met dien verstande dat nie meer as vier gaste per betalende lid toegelaat word nie.
  • Gereelde gaste moet aangemoedig word om eerder self ook aan te sluit.
  • Vir groepe van 10 of meer, sien asseblief die reëls vir groepsgeleenthede elders op die webblad.

HONDE

  • Alle honde moet te alle tye aan leibande wees. Dit is ‘n munisipale verordening en oortreding daarvan kan lei tot vervolging en/of opskorting of kansellasie van lidmaatskap. Sien die strafbepalings hieronder.
  • Geen hond mag toegelaat word om voëls of ander diere te versteur, te verwilder of te jaag nie.
  • As jou hond in die paadjie poef, verwyder dit asseblief. Versuim om dit te doen, is ‘n oortreding van ‘n munisipale regulasie. Sien die strafbepalings hieronder.
  • Dit is aanvaarbaar om die ontlasting in die veld te gooi, maar poefsakkies word verkies.

FIETSRYERS

  • Ry asseblief stadig as jy stappers en honde nader.
  • Bly op bestaande paadjies. Moet nie nuwe paadjies of kortpaaie by aansluitings skep nie.
  • Fietse bevorder slote en erosie, veral as die bande sleep. Ry verantwoordelik asseblief.

STRAFBEPALINGS

  • In geval van nie-nakoming van die reëls of verontagsaming van ‘n verbod maak die munisipale regulasies voorsiening vir strafregtelike vervolging en gevangenisstraf en/of ‘n boete van tot R60 000.
  • In gevalle wat nie vervolging regverdig nie, kan lidmaatskap opgeskort of permanent ontneem word.
  • Die diskresie oor welke stappe gepas is, berus by die Direksie van die 7 Damme Bewarea NWM.
Group Events: Eng

GUIDELINES FOR GROUP EVENTS

  1. Any group of 10 or more persons that enters the Conservancy, or any person who allows 10 or more persons to enter the Conservancy, is considered to be an organised group and will be subject to the guidelines below. This includes any group who enters the Conservancy for the purpose of taking photographs.
  2. The organiser of any such group event is responsible for compliance with the prescripts contained in this document by all participants. Non-compliance may lead to the suspension or cancellation of membership or a ban on future use of the Conservancy.
  3. The Organiser of such event must obtain prior written consent from the Manager within a reasonable time before the proposed event at info@7dams.co.za
  4. The fee payable for such an event is R20 per person, which fee is payable in advance, provided that paid up members may enter free of charge.
  5. The Board of Directors may, in deserving cases, reduce or waive the fee, e.g. if the proceeds raised by the event is for charity.
  6. A refundable deposit, equal to the amount payable, may be required. The discretion whether or not to require a deposit, vests in the Manager.
  7. The deposit is refundable, provided that all remnants of the event, litter or similar matter is cleared within 24 hours after the event, and provided that no damage has been done. The deposit may be forfeited on reasonable grounds, and such decision vests in the Board.
  8. No confetti, tinsel, paint, powder paint or similar items which may be difficult to remove or to clean, are allowed in the conservancy.
  9. The proposed activity may not affect the Conservancy negatively in any manner, and in particular
    1. May not destroy, damage, disturb or otherwise negatively affect fauna or flora within the Conservancy.
    2. May not cause any risk of fire
    3. May not cause unacceptable noise levels, bearing in mind that the Conservancy is a nature reserve.
    4. No chalk may be used to mark any walking, jogging or cycling routes. Only removable flags, arrows or ribbons may be used.
  10. Dogs taking part in or brought into the conservancy during such event must be leashed at all times.
  11. Where dogs take part or accompany a participant/s, all excrement must be removed from the trails immediately after the event. It is recommended that owners should bring the wherewithal to pick up or remove their dog’s mess immediately.
  12. The organiser must bring the essential rules contained in the annexure below to the attention of every participant.

ANNEXURE: ESSENTIAL RULES

  • All dogs must be leashed at all times.
  • Please stay on the existing trails. Do not walk or ride in the veld.
  • Cyclists must slow down when approaching walkers or dogs.
  • No plants may be damaged or removed and no animals or birds may be disturbed.
  • No rowdiness or loud music is allowed.
  • Please be considerate to other users.
Group Events: Afr

RIGLYNE VIR GROEPSGELEENTHEDE

  1. Enige groep van 10 of meer persone wat die Bewarea binnekom, of enige persoon wat 10 of meer persone die bewarea laat binnekom, word beskou as ‘n georganiseerde groep en is onderworpe aan die riglyne hieronder vervat. Dit sluit in enige groep wat binne die bewarea vir die neem van fotos bymekaarkom.
  2. Die organiseerder van enige groepsgeleentheid is verantwoordelik vir die nakoming deur alle deelnemers van die voorskrifte in hierdie dokument vervat. Nie-nakoming kan opskorting of beëindiging van lidmaatskap, of ‘n verbod op toekomstige gebruik van die bewarea tot gevolg hê.
  3. Die organiseerder van so groepsgeleentheid moet binne ‘n redelike tyd voor die beoogde geleentheid skriftelike goedkeuring by die Bestuurder verkry by info@7dams.co.za
  4. Die fooi betaalbaar vir so ‘n groepsgeleentheidsbesoek is R20 per persoon, welke fooi vooraf betaalbaar is, met dien verstande dat opbetaalde lede gratis toegang geniet.
  5. Die Direksie kan in verdienstelike gevalle die bedrag van die fooi verminder of daarmee wegdoen, bv. as die opbrengs vir liefdadigheid bestem is.
  6. ‘n Terugbetaalbare deposito, gelykstaande aan die toepaslike fooi, kan vereis word. Die diskresie om te besluit of ‘n deposito vereis word, berus by die Bestuurder.
  7. Die deposito is terugbetaalbaar mits enige rommel, papiere of soortgelyke items binne 24 opgeruim is en daar geen skade aangerig is nie. Die deposito kan om gegronde redes verbeur word, en sodanige besluit berus by die Direksie.
  8. Geen konfetti, tinsel, verf, poeierverf of soortgelyke moeilik-verwyderbare goed word in die bewarea toegelaat nie.
  9. Die beoogde aktiwiteit mag nie die bewarea of omgewing negatief raak in enige opsig nie, en meer bepaald
    1. Nie die plantegroei of dierelewe vernietig, beskadig, verwilder of andersins negatief raak nie
    2. Geen brandgevaar skep nie
    3. Geen onaanvaarbare geraasvlakke behels nie, in ag genome dat die Bewarea ‘n natuurreservaat is.
    4. Geen kalk mag gebruik word om stap-, draf- of fietsroetes aan te dui nie. Slegs verwyderbare vlaggies, pyle of linte mag gebruik word.
  10. Die Organiseerder moet die kern-reëls in die aanhangsel hiertoe onder elke deelnemer se aandag bring.
  11. Honde wat deelneem aan of ingebring word tydens ‘n byeenkoms MOET aan leirieme wees.
  12. Waar honde deelneem, moet alle ontlasting onverwyld na afloop van die byeenkoms uit die paadjies verwyder word. Dit word aanbeveel dat deelnemers die nodige toerusting saambring om onmiddellik ontlasting op te tel of uit die paadjie te verwyder.

AANHANGSEL: KERNREËLS

  • Alle honde moet te alle tye aan leibande wees.
  • Bly asseblief op die bestaande paadjies. Moet nie in die veld loop of ry nie.
  • Fietsryers moet stadig ry as hulle stappers of honde nader.
  • Geen plante mag beskadig of verwyder word nie en geen diere of voëls versteur word nie.
  • Geen luidrugtigheid of harde musiek nie.
  • Wees bedagsaam teenoor ander gebruikers.

Activities in the 7 Dams

Some of the activities in the 7 Dams include:

  • Walking on the many paths, including with dogs on a lead;
  • Group walks for those not comfortable walking alone, or who do not know the area;
  • Guided walks on the ecology and culture of the area (free of charge) – contact Fred Kirsten at 083 205 0638 to make arrangements;
  • Running;
  • Cycling, and a number of mountain bike clubs use the area;
  • Birdwatching;
  • Picnics – but no fires please.

Map in relation to Bloemfontein

Map detailing entry into 7 Dams Conservancy

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I become a member?

Simply by completing the registration form accepting the rules as indicated on the form and paying your membership fee.

What are the requirements for becoming a member?

The only requirement is that you contribute to the maintenance and improvement of the conservancy by way of your membership fee, and that you adhere to the rules applicable in the conservancy.

What is it going to cost me?

The rate has been fixed at a mere R300/year, payable in full.

Due to practical considerations, the annual fee must be paid in full before members will receive the access code. Monthly payments are not accepted.

NB: Please send your proof of payment to info@7dams.co.za to expedite your access.

Is there a discount for students or pensioners?

There is only one tariff. With the very basic administrative and financial system that we are running with our volunteer committee, it would complicate matters too much to allow different tariffs. We are in any event of the view that the tariff is extremely reasonable.

Can I pay my membership fees monthly?

Unfortunately not. Practical considerations regarding access control and the frequent change of access codes make it impossible at this stage.

How long before I can gain access?

The access code is usually provided within 24 hours of us receiving your proof of payment. There may be times that it may take a few days, as we have to rely on available committee members to attend to the administration, but that is the exception and not the rule.

Can I take my dogs with me into the conservancy?

Yes, of course, but subject to certain rules and guidelines. In principle, dogs must always be either leashed or under the effective control of the owner. Please refer to the rules for more details, and bear in mind that the conservancy is first and foremost a nature reserve.

Am I allowed to make use of more than one entrance gate?

All our access gates have the same access code to ease access for members and you may make use of any one or more. The Wild Olive Estate gate (Christo Groenwald street) is reserved for residents of the immediate vicinity.

May I take friends or guests with me? Do they have to pay too?

We have no objection against the occasional visitors accompanying members. This does not mean a free for all and for large groups to enter. We view two guests per paying member as reasonable. Regular ‘guests’ should be encouraged to join in their own name, thereby contributing to the maintenance, improvement and protection of the conservancy. If all contribute, the amount per person would remain negligible.

We are of the view that our fees are extremely reasonable and affordable for all. R20 per month can nowadays hardly buy you a loaf of bread or a litre of Coke.

If a whole family wants to join, is there a different rate?

No. Our fees are limited to two paying members per household, thus there is an automatic curb. Children are allowed free of charge up to the age of 21, provided that they share the same household.

We prefer that children be accompanied by one or both parents. Please see the remarks regarding safety

Is it safe to walk or ride in the Conservancy?

There are two issues here: Animals and criminal activity.

Animals: The usual suspects like bees and spiders must be expected to be present. Scorpions have not been noticed recently. There are however a fair number of snakes, including venomous ones. While they would tend to avoid people, please be aware of their presence, particularly during the summer months.

Criminal activity: While we cannot guarantee visitors’ safety, we are of the view that it is much safer in the conservancy than in the city centre or similar places. There have only been two or three minor incidents during earlier years, before fencing was erected, but since access control has been established on three sides, bush sleepers and vagrants have been virtually eliminated. There was one fairly serious incident about 3 years ago.

If you are worried, get someone to accompany you or go during the most active times when there are more people around. During the early morning and late afternoon there is always a fair number of people around, which adds to the general safety of the area.

Please take note that, while we try to keep paths cut reasonably open and the trails and wooden bridges in good repair, all visitors use the conservancy at own risk.

It is recommended that children always be accompanied by an adult member.

Are there guided walks or organised activities available?

Guided walks are provided free of charge. Please call Fred Kirsten at 083 205 0638 to arrange. Occasional other events are also arranged and these are advertised on our facebook. Please like us on facebook.

How do I become a member?

Simply by completing the registration form (see sign up section below), accepting the rules as indicated on the form and paying your membership fee.

What are the requirements for becoming a member?

The only requirement is that you contribute to the maintenance and improvement of the conservancy by way of your membership fee, and that you adhere to the rules applicable in the conservancy.

What is it going to cost me?

The rate has been fixed at R20 per month (R240 per year) for the past 5 years, with no plans to increase the fee in the near future.

Due to practical considerations, the annual fee must be paid in full before new members will receive the access code. Monthly payments are not acceptable.

NB: Please send your proof of payment to info@7dams.co.za to expedite your access.

Is there a discount for students or pensioners?

There is only one tariff. With the very basic administrative and financial system that we are running with our volunteer committee, it would complicate matters too much to allow different tariffs. We are in any event of the view that the tariff is extremely reasonable.

Can I pay my membership fees monthly?

Unfortunately not. Practical considerations regarding access control and the frequent change of access codes make it impossible at this stage.

How long before I can gain access?

The access code is usually provided within 24 hours of us receiving your proof of payment. There may be times that it may take a few days, as we have to rely on available committee members to attend to the administration, but that is the exception and not the rule.

Can I take my dogs with me into the conservancy?

Yes, of course, but subject to certain rules and guidelines. In principle, dogs must always be either leashed or under the effective control of the owner. Please refer to the rules published under Visitor Info for more details, and bear in mind that the conservancy is first and foremost a nature reserve.

Am I allowed to make use of more than one entrance gate?

All our access gates have the same access code to ease access for members and you may make use of any one or more. The Wild Olive Estate gate (Christo Groenwald street) is reserved for residents of the immediate vicinity. You may however obtain the code upon good motivation submitted to us.

May I take friends or guests with me? Do they have to pay too?

We have no objection against the occasional visitors accompanying members. This does not mean a free for all and for large groups to enter. We view two guests per paying member as reasonable. Regular ‘guests’ should be encouraged to join in their own name, thereby contributing to the maintenance, improvement and protection of the conservancy. If all contribute, the amount per person would remain negligible.

We are of the view that our fees are extremely reasonable and affordable for all. R20 per month can nowadays hardly buy you a loaf of bread or a litre of Coke.

If a whole family wants to join, is there a different rate?

No. Our fees are limited to two paying members per household, thus there is an automatic curb. Children are allowed free of charge up to the age of 21, provided that they share the same household.

We prefer that children be accompanied by one or both parents. Please see the remarks regarding safety.

Is it safe to walk or ride in the Conservancy?

There are two issues here: Animals and criminal activity.

Animals: The usual suspects like bees and spiders must be expected to be present. Scorpions have not been noticed recently. There are however a fair number of snakes, including venomous ones. While they would tend to avoid people, please be aware of their presence, particularly during the summer months.

Criminal activity: While we cannot guarantee visitors’ safety, we are of the view that it is much safer in the conservancy than in the city centre or similar places. There have only been two or three minor incidents during earlier years, before fencing was erected, but since access control has been established on three sides, bush sleepers and vagrants have been virtually eliminated. There was one fairly serious incident about 3 years ago.

If you are worried, get someone to accompany you or go during the most active times when there are more people around. During the early morning and late afternoon there is always a fair number of people around, which adds to the general safety of the area.

Please take note that, while we try to keep paths cut reasonably open and the trails and wooden bridges in good repair, all visitors use the conservancy at own risk.

It is recommended that children always be accompanied by an adult member.

Are there guided walks or organised activities available?

Guided walks are provided free of charge. Please call Fred Kirsten at 083 205 0638 to arrange. Occasional other events are also arranged and these are advertised on our facebook. Please like us on facebook.