Auction Details. Joff van Reenen from High Street Auctioneers has kindly offered his time again to auction these items at the prize giving dinner.

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1 Auction Details Joff van Reenen from High Street Auctioneers has kindly offered his time again to auction these items at the prize giving dinner.

2 Contents ENDANGERED SPECIES MONITORING PROJECT IN ZULULAND... 3 RHINO MONITORING IN THE MANKETTI GAME RESERVE... 4 PAFURI WALKING TRAIL... 6 SOMKHANDA GAME RESERVE AND BHEKULA SANDFOREST LODGE... 8 ZULULAND AND MAPUTALAND SELF-DRIVE 4X4 MOBILE SAFARI X PHOTO SAFARI PACKAGES AT NYALA PRIVATE GAME RESERVE (2 AUCTIONS)... 11

3 Endangered Species Monitoring Project in Zululand A 4 night stay for 2 on one of our Endangered Species Monitoring Projects in Zululand (at either Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, Tembe Elephant Park, Mkhuze Game Reserve or Thanda Private Game Reserve depending on availability). Winners will join us in the day to day monitoring efforts for Painted Dog, Black Rhino, Vultures or Cheetahs at these different parks. Participants will be expected to join in on the work we do by jumping on the back of a bakkie and heading into parts of the reserves visitors never get a chance to see! Valid for 6 months from 4 th October The monitoring projects will take place in Zululand at one of the following reserves: Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, Tembe Elephant Park, Mkhuze Game Reserve or Thanda Private Game Reserve. You will need to make your own travel arrangements to one of the reserves. Accommodation The accommodation is very rustic, but comfortable with hot water and ablutions. Meals and beverages Food will be provided but participants will be expected to cook for themselves.

4 Rhino monitoring in the Manketti Game Reserve Participation for four people for four nights As part of the ongoing environmental management on the Manketti Game Reserve, the population of white and black rhinoceros are frequently monitored by the research and ranger staff. Data is recorded in order to remain updated about the range and distribution, numbers, births and mortalities, condition and welfare, security and to determine the necessity of off-takes. You will join the monitoring team by vehicle and on foot in tracking, sighting and assessing as many rhino as possible in the survey period. You may be requested to assist in photographing each sighted rhino and identifying them according to known markers. Should there be camera trapping at designated points during the survey, you will assist in collecting the data and re-setting the camera traps. Lastly you will also assist in capturing data and get some insights as to how this data is applied in the management of the rhino population. This offer is valid for a twelve-month period starting 4 October 2013 and ending 5 October Exact dates of participation must be arranged directly with the reserve management staff in order to coincide with the regular monitoring program and is subject to availability. Please contact the reserve Research and Monitoring Officer on the details provided to make these arrangements. The Manketti Game Reserve is a unique hectare conservation area, owned by Exxaro Resources and situated around the Grootegeluk Coal Mine in the Lephalale area. You will have to get to the Manketti Game Reserve at Lephalale with your own transport. Should you wish to fly into Lephalale with the regular scheduled charters, transfers can be arranged at a nominal fee. Accommodation Accommodation will be provided in the rustic safari-type Manketti Tented Camp on the reserve. The camp provides all bedding, linen and bathroom facilities.

5 Meals and beverages You will have to cater for your own meals. A fully equipped kitchen will be available. Snacks and nonalcoholic drinks will be provided while out monitoring during the day. Requirements: All participants must be over the age of 16 years. A fair level of fitness is required as a lot of time will be spent on foot tracking the rhino. If you suffer of any medical conditions, please make the necessary provisions and bring this under the attention of the monitoring staff. You will need comfortable, neutral coloured (olive-green is best) bush clothing that will protect you from the sun and the environment. Slacks are preferred in order to protect your legs from branches. Ensure that you have comfortable hiking boots or shoes. A hat is essential. Bring some warm clothing for night-observations and evenings around the campfire. Binoculars and cameras is a must! Provide your own alcoholic drinks. Each participant will be expected to sign an indemnity against any loss, damage or injury incurred due to their participation.

6 Pafuri Walking Trail Three-night, four-day Pafuri Walking Trail for 2 adults Pafuri Walking Trail is a walking trail in the spectacular, private Makuleke Concession of the northern Kruger National Park. It is perhaps the best area for walking in the entire Park and is blessed not only with exceptional biodiversity but also spectacular scenery, seasonally high densities of many large mammal species, a feeling of wilderness and remoteness, and a sense of history. There is no better way to explore this magnificent area than on foot. Using the campsite as a base, each day is spent in different parts of the surrounding area, walking along the pathways made over the years by its animal inhabitants and following their tracks. Walks are led by an experienced, armed guide. Habitats include the life-giving arteries of the Limpopo and Luvuvhu Rivers, both with well-developed floodplains and a series of vitally important seasonal pans. Between the two rivers lies a ridge of hills with a network of drainage lines and secret perennial springs to which the area's game is drawn. Rugged baobab dotted kopjes jut from mopane woodland and endless vistas across palm-studded floodplains, acacia woodland and ethereal riverine forest soothe the soul. Valid from 01 April to 31 October 2014, excluding public holidays that fall within this calendar period. Reservations are subject to availability at the time of booking (and also subject to other full paying guests already booked on the departure) and are not transferable or redeemable for cash. Terms and conditions apply. Please note that this voucher may not be used in conjunction with any other promotion and the validity period may not be extended. Situated in the Private Makuleke Concession of the northern Kruger National Park. You will have to get to the Private Makuleke Concession with your own transport.

7 Accommodation The camp is set up in the shade of enormous trees at one of a number of campsites on the concession. Comfortable walk-in dome tents with separate hot bucket showers and 'eco-loos' accommodate a maximum of eight trailists. Meals and beverages All meals and walking activities on a scheduled basis per day are included. All beverages are for your own account. At night, lanterns and a crackling fire light the camp and create a convivial atmosphere with a light eco-footprint; guests dine under the stars.

8 Somkhanda Game Reserve and Bhekula Sandforest Lodge 2 nights self-catering for 6 pax at Somkhanda Game Reserve and 2 nights self- catering at Bhekula Sandforest Lodge Somkhanda Game Reserve is located in Northern Zululand, the perfect destination for the adventurous outdoor / wildlife enthusiast seeking an authentic science on safari wildlife experience. Self-driving on the reserve is encouraged although strictly limited to 4x4 vehicles and subject to acknowledgement of a responsible 4x4 driving code of conduct. Guided activities include bushwalks, rhino tracking, sunrise and sunset game drives. Close to Jozini Dam this is an ideal opportunity to combine a wildlife adventure with Tiger fishing! The reserve is the first community reserve to be part of the Black Rhino Range Expansion Programme. Bhekula Sandforest lodge is a private lodge consists of 4 chalets each tucked away and surrounded by luxuriant bush maximising privacy and encouraging the abundant and diverse bird and butterfly life. Just 5 minutes from Tembe Elephant Park, 30 minutes from Kosi Bay Border Post, 45 minutes from Kosi mouth, Lake Sibaya and the Maputaland Coastal Forest reserve makes Bhekula an ideal base from which to explore Maputaland and Southern Mozambique This offer is valid for a twelve-month period starting 4 October 2013 and ending 5 October Exact dates of participation must be arranged directly with the lodges and is subject to availability. Somkhanda Game Reserve is located in the Pongola area and Bhekula Sandforest lodge is 30 minutes from Kosi Bay Border Post. (130km between the lodges) You will have to use your own transport to get to the lodges.

9 Accommodation Somkhanda Game Reserve has a private camp consisting of 2 lodges, each with a deluxe/family suite and 2 standard en-suite sleeping units. The camp is serviced by a central open plan kitchen/entertainment facility, swimming pool and sunrise deck. Bhekula Sandforest lodge consists of 4 chalets. Each room has two single beds and the possibility of a third bed in the same room. The en-suite bathrooms, with showers, have a sliding glass door opening directly onto the forest. Units are linked by a network of paved pathway and serviced by a central kitchen and lounge / dining facility. Electricity is supplied by a 220v solar power system; however this cannot handle electrical appliances such as kettles and hair driers. Meals and beverages Self-Catering, however there are cooks on site who can prepare your meals.

10 Zululand and Maputaland self-drive 4x4 mobile safari 5 night fully catered Zululand and Maputaland self-drive 4x4 mobile safari for 6 people. Reserve Price (to cover cost of catering) R4, Participants meet at Somkhanda main camp and follow an African Insight guide vehicle on a 5 night mobile safari that includes 2 nights at Somkhanda and 3 nights at Bhekula. African Insight backup team will set up the safari camp consisting of 2 man bell tents and a field kitchen and will provide catering. Participants either supply their own camping chairs and mattresses or will be issued with these and will be responsible for transporting them. This offer is valid for a twelve-month period starting 4 October 2013 and ending 5 October Exact dates of participation must be arranged directly with the lodges and is subject to availability. Somkhanda Game Reserve is located in the Pongola area and Bhekula Sandforest lodge is 30 minutes from Kosi Bay Border Post. (130km between the lodges) You will have to use your own transport to get to the lodges. Accommodation The team will set up the safari camp consisting of 2 man bell tents. The camp consists of: 10 x 2 man Bell Tents Camping chairs 2 x folding mattresses per tent Fully equipped kitchen tent 1 x rechargeable lantern per unit Dinning Gazebo Shared hot water showers & flushing toilets Excludes: Coolers for own drinks Bedding, towels and stretchers Meals and beverages Fully catered, however, participants are responsible for their own drinks, ice and cooler boxes.

11 2 x Photo Safari Packages at Nyala Private Game Reserve (2 Auctions) 3 days & 3 nights for 2 people at Zulu Nyala Heritage Safari Lodge, Game Lodge or Luxury Heritage Tented Safari Camp Zulu Nyala Private Game Reserve, a unique bush experience in the heart of one of South Africa s most diverse conservation regions. Nestled between the wilderness reserves of Mkuze, Hluhluwe and St Lucia, and home to a wide variety of game, from the majestic elephant to rhino, buffalo, hippo, giraffe, the shy and beautiful Nyala buck that is endemic to the region and the secretive leopard. While getting up close with some of the bigger game, we must remember the smaller bush creatures, such as warthogs, mongoose, genets, porcupines and the ever-mischievous monkeys. The 4500 acre reserve is home to over 40 different species of animals and a munificence of birdlife. Includes: 3 meals and 1 guided game viewing activity per day The trip is valid for one year from date of purchase. This package is non-transferable, non-refundable and may not be given to any other person or organisation and may not be bartered or sold in any other manner, unless written permission is authorised by Zulu Nyala Group. Nestled between the wilderness reserves of Mkuze, Hluhluwe and St Lucia in Kwa Zulu Natal. You will have to use your own transport to get to the lodges. Accommodation Luxury and aesthetics meet in a mountain-top hideaway. Perched on a hilltop inside the Zulu Nyala Private Game Reserve, the elegant stone and thatch lodge offers a haven of elegance and comfort to retreat to after your day s activities. Tastefully decorated to pay tribute to Kwa-Zulu Natal s magnificent cultural heritage, the Game Lodge features panoramic views from many common areas and 52 fully air-conditioned, ethnic styled suites. Meals and beverages Fully catered, however, participants are responsible for their own drinks.