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Treatment of Coastal Camels Under Spotlight Lavrenty Repin

After receiving several complaints about the alleged mistreatment of camels by Desert Explorers, a popular adventure company in Swakopmund, the Namib Independent decided to investigate and ascertain the validity of these allegations. Upon visiting the site, which is located next to the B2 road on the outskirts of Swakopmund, no water for the camels could be seen. The Namib Independent noticed that although a makeshift shade was provided for the camels, it could only accommodate between four and six camels at a time, while a total of 17 camels were tied down during the visit. The ropes were snug but long enough for the camels to stand or lie down, however, not long enough for them to move around. One of the guides working with the camels said that the animals are brought out every morning from 7am to 4pm, and that their saddles are only removed at the end of the day. He also explained that the piercings through some of the camels’ nostrils are used to direct and navigate the leaders, “like you would with a horse,” the guide explained. Mrs Elke Erb, owner of the Camel Farm 12km outside Swakopmund, who has worked with camels for 28 years, said Continued on Page 3

Police Recover Over N$4 Million Tanya Calitz

A security guard employed by Namibian Protective Services (NPS) allegedly stole over N$4 million in cash and cheques last week, when he went to several businesses in town to collect the money.

According to the Nampol investigations, NPS staff member Mutatubi Kopani showed up for work as usual and booked out a firearm, which is standard procedure for the suspect, seeing that his main responsibility was conducting cash deliveries. After following the regular

practise, Kopani then exited the office, leaving behind his codriver and assistant whom would normally assist him when carrying out a cash delivery job. According to the company (NPS), Kopani left without any word to his colleagues. Kopani then told the companies, which include Erongo Red, Metro

Cash & Carry, Shoprite, AutoZone, Ministry of Finance and NHE, that he was there to collect their monies for banking. All together the suspect had collected N$4 309 161 in cash and cheques. “After the suspect failed to return to the office at about 10:30am, NPS management phoned him to

establish where he was at. At first Kopani responded to the calls, but shortly after his phone was switched off. “This then triggered the company’s suspicions, which led them to phoning the police, who responded to the call immediately,” Inspector Eratus Iikuyu told the

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Treatment of Coastal Camels Under Spotlight Continued from Page 1

that she was aware of the questionable treatment of the animals. “I’m in opposition to them, but I don’t want to say much, it’s not right.” Mrs Erb said that although camels do not need water daily they will drink every day if water is available. She is also aware of the nose piercings, but has never used it on her camels before. “It could be used, perhaps, for training, but not during riding on a permanent basis, their noses are very sensitive,” she laid out. Her biggest concern however, is the location of the camels. “Camels shouldn’t be put in-between heavy traffic. Right next to

the quad-bikes and the trucks constantly passing by, they would be very stressed.” Although the SPCA confirmed that they have looked into the issue, they were reluctant to comment, saying that they have limited knowledge and experience regarding camels. The owner of Desert Explorers responded heatedly to questions from the Namib Independent. “Who complained about them?” he asked. “We give them water and food, injections and supplements. The municipality asked me to put up shade for them, and I did. They are fed and happy.” He further claimed

that a veterinarian comes weekly to check up on the animals but refused to name the doctor. He denied any further question, simply stating, “The best advice I can give you is not to publish anything about my business.” Dr Winterbuch confirmed that he visited the camels, but only when called out to treat minor injuries. “We look after the sick ones and we only go there if the company calls us. We’ve regularly dewormed them and there haven’t been any major issues.” Dr Winterbuch said that he hasn’t seen any mistreatment of the

animals. “I’m not worried about them, we haven’t treated any wounds and the animals don’t look like they are stressed. If you compare the conditions

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they face in the Sahara, I’m pretty sure they can handle it.” In regards to the saddles, he said that the procedure of putting them on takes a good hour and half, and the saddles

themselves are not heavy. “Sure, if they were further away from the highway it would be better, but I don’t see any problem here,” he concluded.

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media in a briefing this week. According to Iikuyu, the police conducted a search for the suspect and found the NPS security van abandoned close to the police station in Walvis Bay. Police continued the search for the suspect, who was tracked down two days later, hiding out in a flat in Kabeljou Street, Kuisebmond. The flat belonged to a Malawian witchdoctor, who was also later arrested in connection with the theft. Suspect number two, the Malawian witchdoctor, Calvin Chickhombe, was arrested at Wenella border post in the Zambezi Region. Police found a total of N$3 475 856 of the stolen monies in Walvis Bay, with another near million still missing at the time of confiscating the amount above at the witchdoctor’s house. An amount of N$809 253 was recovered from Chickhombe, while trying to cross into Zambia. Currently there is still a total amount of N$11 686, which has not been recovered. Both suspects appeared in court this week and were denied bail. The case was postponed till mid-January 2014.

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were built in townships have little or no access to electricity. Thus this project aims to supply electricity to those who had to go without it until now,” Nangombe said. “The project started in Henties Bay,” he continued, “and we are currently finalising Omaruru and Karibib. There are a few minor delays in Usakos though, but we expect them to be resolved and the project completed before Friday.” Nangombe also mentioned a project for Walvis Bay. “The current electrical capacity for the town is not adequate enough to supply everyone in Walvis Bay. The supply is less than the demand and could result in power

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Fireworks a Nightmare for Pets Lavrenty Repin Every festive season an old debate is started anew. Fireworks in town, besides being forbidden by law except in authorised spots, cause many pets to panic and run away, as has been seen every year so far, when the local SPCA was flooded

by shaken and injured runaway dogs. Although some dogs are completely unfazed by the noise, others have developed a troubling phobia towards fireworks. The biggest worry, says Ingrid from the Swakopmund SPCA, is the alarming number of dogs running away from

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she stressed the public to be considerate, as dogs can hear much better than humans and are very sensitive to sound. “Be aware of your dogs, you won’t shoot something next to your kid’s ear,” she pleaded. Dr Winterbuch, a local veterinarian, also finds the fireworks a substantial problem. “The dogs don’t know where the noise is coming from, they freak out, jump out of windows, climb through burglar bars and run away,” he laid out, indicating that death is common during these incidents. “We see it often; we see enough dogs running up and down on the beach, up to Langstrand even. Some of them are hit by cars or found dead. Do it far out of town, if at all,” Dr Winterbuch concluded. According to the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA), the oldest and largest animal welfare organisation in the world, there are numerous ways to make your pet comfortable during the firework season this December. Suggestions include keeping your pet indoors during the fireworks, putting on calm music or any other distracting noise and ensuring that your pet has access to a hiding spot somewhere. Never punish or fuss over your pet as the attention will only make things worse. “Also, if you know a dog that isn't scared by noises and that gets on well with your dog, then keeping the two together during the evenings may help your dog to realise that there’s no need to be afraid,” RSPCA suggests. If your pets live outside, partly cover cages, pens and aviaries with blankets so that one area is well sound-proofed. The Swakopmund Junior Council and SPCA will have a silent march against fireworks this December on Saturday 21 December from 9:30. Bring your dog along and meet them at the SPCA in Swakopmund, for a short walk to the amphitheatre. “It is basically to show people that you don’t have to celebrate by using fireworks, as it is very damaging. We want to emphasise that it needs to be quiet over the festive season,” stated Junior Council PRO, Lelanri Jacobs.

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Coastal Holiday Guide 2013

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DOs & DON'Ts

Dune Safety Tips By Dare Devil Adventures

While You're on Holiday at the Coast by the Namibian Coast Conservation & Management Project (NACOMA) Our coastline is a haven for countless unique plants, animals and birds. The steady degradation of Namibia's environment, in particular the coastal and marine environment, mainly through ignorant Off-road Recreational Vehicle (ORV) driver behaviour, threatens the well-being of everybody in Namibia. Please be mindful of the environment and ensure a sustainable future for your children and grand-children by applying the following advice: Do not drive off the road - stay on welldefined tracks Desert gravel plains and lichen fields are very sensitive: tracks leave permanent scars and the sensitive, delicate equilibrium is lost forever. River beds are like linear oases for wildlife to find food and water. In particular the large mammals, like the desert elephant, are extremely stressed by irresponsible human behaviour. The endemic animals and plants in the dune belt are severely impacted. • For your safety and security: driving in dunes is dangerous, it is advisable to go with a professional, qualified guide. • Moreover, because of the isolation, in case of an accident help may take hours, placing your life in real danger. Enjoy the dunes between Swakopmund and Walvis Bay with your 4x4 / quadbike / motorbike in the designated ORV area (central part of the dune belt), where a free permit from the Ministry of Environment and Tourism (MET) is required. A specific zoning of the dune belt between Swakopmund and Walvis Bay was done specifically to accommodate the different activities and minimise impact to the dune ecosystem. These areas were identified as adequate areas for ORV activities. If too much hooliganism is noticed, a moratorium will be put in place and all off-road activities will be forbidden on state land. Motocross bikes or quad bikes are ONLY allowed to drive on the beaches between Swakopmund and Henties Bay. • Driving on beaches has an impact on mussels, and other macro fauna. • Racing up and down the beach is both inconsiderate and dangerous. • Vehicle tracks are the most serious form of pollution in the Namib. Inside the ORV areas, stay on the dunes and avoid slip faces, gravel plains and vegetated areas. Slip faces, gravel plains and vegetated areas are the most sensitive and productive areas in the desert, ORV activity impacts the abundant life found here. No overnight camping is allowed on the beaches or in the dunes without permission from the Ministry of Environment & Tourism. • For not disturbing the wildlife, in particular the ones that feed at night. • For keeping the dunes and beaches clean. • For your safety and security. In the National West Coast Recreation Area, remain on well used vehicle tracks and do not venture east of the main road without a qualified guide. • For not destroying more beaches and vegetation. • For your safety and security.

• Vehicle tracks are the most serious form of pollution along the coast. Do not leave your litter on the beach, in particular plastic rubbish and cigarette butts. Use refuse bins or take your rubbish home • A litter free environment is more appealing for present and future generations. • Plastic rubbish and cigarette butts take a very long time to disappear (around ten years), in particular in desert areas. • A plastic bag can kill animals: sea turtles think that it is a jelly fish, eat it and die of asphyxiation. Obtain a permit from MET for entering or camping in all parks. • To acquaint yourselves with permitted activities and where they are allowed. • To help the Namibian Government to protect this international heritage. • For your safety and security. Do not drive over vegetation, lichen fields and mudflats. • These areas are abundant with small animals that are essential for the desert ecosystem, your tyres will destroy them. • Tracks on vegetated areas take many years to recover. Once the shallow rootsystems of the slow growing vegetation are destroyed, the plants die. • Tracks on mudflats leave permanent scars. Obtain a permit from the Namibian Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (MFMR) to catch fish, collect bait/mussels or dive for crayfish, and respect harvesting limitations. The marine resources are limited and currently some of them are overfished or overcollected. It is necessary that everybody uses them wisely and carefully to secure the future harvesting needs by protecting the stock... Quantity/number of marine resources harvestable, minimum size limits of fish and crayfish that can be caught, open season etc. help to manage stocks to avoid the total disappearance of some species in our waters. Do not leave bait or fish on the beach: Either take it home or return it to the sea. This food attracts scavengers like jackals and gulls that predate on other biodiversity. When you are back home after the holiday, it also inflates the predator population. When ordering seafood in restaurants consider your purchase with care. Be an informed seafood consumer and choose healthy fish populations and relieve the pressure on overexploited species. Your choices can help ensure the sustainable use of our marine resources, by giving a break to overexploited species, allowing them to recover. Do not feed wildlife. A fed animal normally becomes a dead animal”; this is a global problem as these animals often become dependent on “hand-outs” and are aggressive when no food is given to them. Ensure that tour operators, whether in aircraft, boat or car, keep a safe distance from wildlife. • For your security: when you trespass the minimum distance tolerated by wild animals, they may attack. • Not to stress and disturb wildlife in particular during breeding season. Never camp near waterholes Animals travel great distances to get to water in desert areas and are disturbed by a human presence.

Some tips when going into the Namib Dune Belt with any vehicle The dunes are a very dangerous place when you don’t know the environment. All dunes have a blind side or sheer drop of about 30 to 40 degrees decline. Some can be as high as 60 metres. When going down a blind side never use your front brakes and do not accelerate until you are at the bottom; keep a bike straight down

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Special Message from Walvis Bay Municipal Traffic Department

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DO NOT: 1. Leave the scene. This would be a criminal act and would make the accident a "hit-and-run" incident. It would be investigated and your position would not be positive. 2. Move an injured person. Unless you have medical training and are qualified in some way, do not try to do this, no matter how uncomfortable you might think the person looks. You could injure that person further if you move them. You have no real information about how they are already injured and an untrained or inappropriate move could worsen the injuries. 3. Apologise. Immediately after an auto accident, most people feel shaken up or worse. At this point you really don't know much about what has happened and anything you think you know is subjective. You may have a guilty feeling as if you caused the accident, but that could be quite wrong. If anyone else involved in the accident has severe and permanent injuries and later hires an auto accident lawyer to sue you, your statements at the scene of the accident will be used against you. 4. Converse with others. Along the same lines as not apologising, it's better to refrain from any conversation with others at the scene. You need to ask for contact information from the other people involved, and from any witnesses of the accident, and you need to give your own contact information to them. Beyond that, it's better to be silent, because again, anything you say could be turned against you later. 5. Disregard police requests. Answer all questions put to you by police officers. Give them all information they ask for. Remain in whatever place they ask you to remain. Do not leave the scene before they give you permission. You can ask an officer about getting a copy of the police report, but do not try to monopolise the attention of any police officer.

Be prepared • Carry a set of cones, warning triangles, or emergency flares in your trunk to help alert traffic. • It also helps to have a pen and a card with any relevant medical information for you and your family. Immediately after an accident • Take a deep breath and stay calm. • Check for injuries; call an ambulance when in doubt. • If accident is minor, move cars to a safe place, out of traffic. • Turn on your vehicle's hazard lights and use cones, warning triangles or flares for safety. • Call the police, even if the accident is minor. • Notify your insurance agent immediately.

Supplied by the Trafﬁc Management Unit Department of City Police, Namibia

Other important tips • Do not sign any document unless it's for the police or your insurance agent. • Make immediate notes about the accident, including specific damages to all vehicles involved, witness information, etc. • If the name on an auto registration is different than the driver, jot down the relationship. • Be polite, but don't tell anyone the accident was your fault, even if you think it was. • State only the facts, and limit your discussion of the accident to the police and your insurance agent. • If possible, don't leave the accident scene before the police and other drivers do.

SPEEDING FINES:

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GENERAL FINES: Description Fine Description Fine Driving a motor vehicle while holding a cellular phone or any other communication device with the hands or any part of the body while driving N$2 000 When following another vehicle too closely. N$ 500.00 If freight is loaded in an unsafe way or causes damage to road or other drivers N$1 000 Whendriving failing to display vehicle certiﬁcate N$750.00 When a motor vehiclemotor on a public roaddealer’s and failingclearance to wear a safety belt on registration plate or in a waterproof holder. N$1 000 Driving motor vehicle on avehicle public road whereathe headlights not in a roadworthy condition N$750 When adriving a motor without valid drivingare licence. N$ 1000.00 Driving on a public road and failing to dim brights N$750 When failing to wear a protection helmet while driving a motor cycle. N$ 1000.00 Driving without licence N$1 000 When occupying a seat inthan a motor vehicle operated on a public road and failing to wear a safety belt. N$ 1000.00 Transporting more passengers a car seat allows N$2 000 pp When vehicle too closely N$500 Whenfollowing drivinganother a motor vehicle & holding a cellular phone. N$ 2000.00 When failing to display motor vehicle dealers clearance certificate on registration plate or waterproof container N$750 When driving a vehicle without reasonable consideration for another road user. N$ 2000.00 When failing to wear protection helmet while driving a motor cycle N$1 000

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Various Events Highlight Uniqueness of Dorob National Park by the Namibian Coast Conservation and Management (NACOMA) Project The Ministry of Environment and Tourism with the assistance of the Namibian Coast Conservation and Management (NACOMA) Project have set in motion additional awarenessraising for holiday-makers and coastal residents to learn more about the peculiarities of the Dorob National Park, one of the most remarkable parks in the world.

The Dorob National Park, situated between the Kuiseb Delta, south of Walvis Bay, and the Ugab Delta, north of Henties Bay, provides alongside conservation measures and “red exclusionary zones” for ample space to enjoy leisure, tourism and adventure sports activities. Members of the public are invited to attend four information meetings on the rationale for the

proclamation of the park and its specific rules and regulations. Mr. Colgar Sikopo, Director: Regional Services and Park Management from the Ministry of Environment and Tourism will be the main speaker after which the public would be free to ask questions and obtain answers. The first meeting took place in Windhoek on 5 December, 17:30 – 19:30 at the Polytechnic Hotel and Tourism School. The three meetings at the coast are on Tuesday, 11 December. The Henties Bay’s meeting will be from 09:00 11:00 in the De Duine Hotel; Swakopmund from 14:00 - 16:00 in the Swakopmund

Town Hall in Tamariskia; and Walvis Bay from 17:30 - 19:30 in the Walvis Bay Town Hall at the Civic Centre. Members of the public are called upon to familiarise themselves with the rules and regulations of the Dorob National Park. These are obtainable in a pamphlet with maps from the offices of the Ministry of Environment and Tourism at Walvis Bay, Swakopmund, the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources permit offices, at the Tourism offices in Henties Bay and other tourism information areas. The uniqueness of the Dorob National Park will be showcased in a film that was commissioned

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Fine N$ 1000.00 N$ 1500.00 N$ 1750.00 N$ 2000.00 N$ 2500.00 N$ 3000.00 N$ 3500.00 N$ 4000.00

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by the NACOMA Project. The 40-minute documentary highlights the splendour of the park’s sights, the various activities it accommodates and the importance of protecting its biodiversity with captivating footage and sound. A premiere of the film for invited guests and the media will take place at Swakopmund in the Atlanta Cinema (Arcade Cinema in centre of town) on 12 December (19:00 - 20:00). Further free screenings for the public are on 13 and 14 December, also in the Atlanta Cinema in town, from 19:00 20:00. The Walvis Bay Municipality will show the film at its public

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library on 12, 13, and 14 December, free of charge and each day from 09:00 - 10:00, 10:30 -11:30 and 15:00 -16:00. Screenings at Henties Bay, with the assistance of the Henties Bay Tourism Information Centre, will be at De Duine Hotel on 12, 13, and 14 December, free of charge, each day from 12:00 - 13:00 and 17:00 - 18:00. One Africa TV will show the film on Sunday, 16, 23, and 30 December, each day from 18:00 - 19:00. An announcement is also expected from the NBC TV shortly regarding the screening of the film during December.

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Dorob National Park Rules and Regulations Published by the Ministry of Environment and Tourism: December 2012 The unique Dorob National Park caters for both conservation and leisure activities ALL VISITORS SHOULD PLEASE OBEY THE PARK RULES AND REGULATIONS Being one of the most unique parks in the world, the Dorob National Park along the central Namibian coast caters for various leisure, tourism and sports activities while also providing for conservation measures and specific conservation areas. The Dorob National Park was declared in Government Notice No. 266 of 1 December 2010. Under section 84 of the Nature Conservation Ordinance, 1975 (Ordinance No. 4 of 1975), Regulation 36 of the Regulations Relating to Nature Conservation GN 240/1976 has been amended by the addition of specific regulations for Dorob National Park under Government Notice No. 210 of 15 August 2012. The Nature Conservation Ordinance 4 of 1975 and Regulations Relating to Nature Conservation GN 240/1976 remain in effect. The Dorob National Park stretches from the Kuiseb Delta (south of Walvis Bay) northwards to the Ugab River; and eastwards from the low water mark of the Atlantic Ocean towards the boundary of the Swakopmund district (See the included maps for the go- and no-go areas and routes). It includes the Walvis Bay Lagoon, a Ramsar Site, but excludes the municipal areas of Walvis Bay, Swakopmund, Henties Bay and the settlement area of Wlotzkasbaken. It also excludes the railway line between Walvis Bay, Swakopmund and Arandis, the road reserves of the major B2 route; the minor routes C14, C28, C34, C35, C39; the district roads D1983, D1984, D1986, D1991, D1901, D1918 and D2302; and farms under private ownership or belonging to a parastatal institution. Visitors to the Dorob National Park, who would wish to enjoy the various leisure, sports and tourism activities in the park, are notified that

they should familiarise themselves with and obey the regulations, laws and rules, contained in this pamphlet. For further clarification they can also consult with the coastal offices of the Ministry of Environment and Tourism at Swakopmund or Walvis Bay. Regarding the fishing regulations, anglers should consult with the offices of the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources in Walvis Bay and Swakopmund. The Nature Conservation Ordinance Section 14 protects and preserves wild animal life, fisheries, wild plant life and objects of geological, archaeological, historical and other scientific interest and for the benefit and enjoyment of the inhabitants of Namibia. Therefore some activities in the Dorob National Park are allowed, while others are not. Activities causing the least damage to park resources are regulated less, while those that would be the most damaging, are strictly regulated. People & domestic animals in park All people who enter the park must: 1. Comply with the stipulations of the Ordinance, the regulations and the Environmental Management Act of 2007; 2. Comply with the instructions of signposts, signboards, pamphlets or communicated in any other manner; 3. Obey any legal order or instruction given by a Law-enforcement Officer. When entering by foot people may 1. Go without a permit except in an area that is closed or exclusionary; and 2. Go on foot if being young adults or younger than 16 without adult supervision, but do so at their own risk.

alcohol or any other narcotic substance Domestic animals in the park or in such a way that is dangerous to 1. A person may take a domestic animal human life or that may cause damage to into the park without a permit, except any property or the environment. in areas where it is indicated that such 4. Between Walvis Bay and Swakopmund, animals are not allowed; no person shall offload their quad bike 2. Such animals should be under control by or motorised bike at any other area the person at all times; than the designated offloading areas in 3. The person and animal should adhere to the Dune Belt between Langstrand and all regulations; Walvis Bay. 4. The person must remove the faeces of the animal; and 5. The animal shall not cause any incon- Specific conservation provisions Although many activities are allowed in the venience, nuisance, damage or injury to park, no person may: other people, animals and any plants or 1. Angle on the beach in such a way that is any other aspect of the environment. inconvenient to other people; 2. Leave or use angling tackle in a place Entering the park by vehicle where it may cause inconvenience or Any person entering the Off-Road Vehicle injury to other persons or animals; (ORV) area in the Dune Belt between 3. Throw away or get rid of any part of a Langstrand and Walvis Bay by vehicle will fish, bait, refuse or rubbish other than in need a permit. the refuse bins provided; Currently a permit is not yet required for the 4. Collect or remove any shell, shell grit, use of a vehicle in other permitted areas or when sand, rock or stone; driving on park routes in the Dorob National 5. Use water or electricity in excessive Park published herein. quantities or for any other purpose other Permitted and prohibited areas for sedans, than for reasonable domestic use; 4x4s, bakkies and beach buggies: 6. Pollute or degrade the environment; 1. These vehicles may only drive in the 7. Kill, injure, hunt, capture, disturb or feed ORV area with a permit (the Dune Belt any wild animal or remove any part of between Langstrand and Walvis Bay) any wild animal, whether alive or dead; and without a permit on proclaimed 8. Remove, destroy, damage or disturb any roads and clearly marked MET egg, nest or burrow; routes, tracks and roads (except where 9. Pick, collect, mutilate, destroy, damage, prohibited). tamper with, disturb or remove any 2. Where allowed, beach driving is only tree, plant, shrub, herb, mineral or any authorised on MET designated and other object of botanical, zoological, clearly marked routes, tracks and roads. geological, archaeological, historical 3. No driving is allowed on the beaches or any other scientific interest, or part at the sea fronts of Henties Bay, thereof; Wlotzkasbaken, Swakopmund, Cape 10. Collect or gather firewood; Cross and the Namibia Wildlife Resorts 11. Remove, damage, destroy, soil, mutilate (NWR) managed camping sites at Mile or interfere with any form of State 14, Jakkalsputz, Mile 72 and Mile 108. property; 4. East of the minor C34 routes, self12. Possess or use any weapon, explosive, drives are only allowed on the 4x4 trap or poison; or tracks indicated on the attached maps. 13. Throw away a burning or smouldering Detailed maps and GPS coordinates object or put or leave it at a place where should be obtained from the Henties Bay it may possibly ignite another object. Tourism Association. Entering the park by air Permitted and prohibited areas for quad 1. Although aircraft and helicopters may fly bikes and other motorised bikes: above a game park, it is unlawful to fly at 1. Quad bikes and other motorised bikes the altitude of less than 1 000 metres, may only drive in the ORV area with except for lawfully landing or taking off. a permit (the Dune Belt between 2. It is illegal to land in, take off from, Langstrand and Walvis Bay) and enter or fly over the Dorob National without a permit west of the coastal road Park in such a way that is dangerous to between Swakopmund and Henties Bay, human life or that may cause damage to only on proclaimed roads and clearly any property or the environment. marked MET tracks and roads (except where prohibited). Commercial activities and business 2. Where allowed, beach driving is only A permit is required from the Ministry of authorised on MET designated and Environment and Tourism to do any of the clearly marked tracks. following in the park: 3. Quad bikes and other motorised bikes 1. Carry on, transact, or conduct any trade, are prohibited on beaches between business or tourism; Walvis Bay and Swakopmund, in all 2. Hold any organised competition or areas north of Henties Bay, and on the event; beaches at the seafronts of Henties Bay, 3. Undertake any construction activities of Wlotzkasbaken, Swakopmund, and any nature; or the Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR) 4. Engage in any kind of commercial managed camping sites. activity. 4. Quad bikes are strictly prohibited north of the Omaruru River up to the Ugab Camping River and other motorised bikes are People may overnight or camp in the Dorob prohibited off the proclaimed roads National Park but only with a permit and only at officially designated sites. north of the Omaruru River up to the Domestic animals may not be brought into a Ugab River. 5. Quad bikes and other motorised bikes camping site unless the officer in charge grants are permitted 10km upstream from permission indicating where the animal may Henties Bay within the Omaruru stay overnight. Although people may enter a camping site by River but not beyond. vehicle, they may not: General (i) use a b uzz-bike, power driven cycle, 1. People may use a vehicle in the park quad bike or motor cycle in the campsite; with their permit at any time except (ii) drive any other vehicle faster than 20 between 21:00 and 05:00. This provision kilometres per hour in any place within does not apply to proclaimed roads and a camping site; and people may use those roads at any time. (iii) drive or use a vehicle on any portion 2. A valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license will be required of the beach that is situated between a to use any motor vehicle in the park. camping site and the sea. 3. No person shall drive or use any vehicle in the park whilst under the influence of

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Swimming Safety Advice

• Check with the lifeguard on surf 45-degree angle until you are free conditions before swimming. If of the current. If the rip currents lifeguards give you directions or are strong, swim parallel with the instructions from the stand, obey shoreline in the same direction as them. the littoral current and then swim • Never swim alone - use the diagonally toward the shore. If buddy system. you are not able to swim out of • Don't overestimate your the currents, call or wave for swimming ability, especially help. early in the summer when the • When body surfing, do not ride water is cold. Swimming waves in a straight line toward ability is severely decreased in shore. Instead, surf at an angle to cold water. the waves. • Never dive into shallow water, or • Drink plenty of fluids, particularly water of unknown depth. water, to prevent dehydration. It's • If you are confronted by a large easy to get dehydrated in the sun, wave and there is not enough especially when kids are active time to get away from it, try to and sweating. Dizziness, feeling dive underneath the wave. Keep lightheaded, or nausea is just your body as low as possible some of the signs of dehydration until the wave passes over you. and overheating. Timing is important, dive into the base of the wave just before it • Never swim while intoxicated. Alcohol impairs judgment, breaks. Do not dive if the water unnecessary risks are taken and is too shallow - instead crouch a swimmer will tire more easily, and keep a low body profile. • If caught in rip currents, relax increasing the chance of an and swim toward the shore at a accident.

FIRST AID TIPS When phoning the EMS, state the following 1. The telephone number you are calling from 2. The caller's name 3. The address of the incident 4. The nearest crossroad or well-known landmark 5. What you have done so far 6. Wait for the operator to ask you any questions 7. Let the operator put down the phone first 8. Make sure that the line stays clear in case the EMS want to contact you 9. Send someone to meet the EMS and direct them to the incident 10. Lock up any animals that may cause a hindrance

SPINAL INJURIES Prevention 1. Drive carefully and defensively. 2. Always wear seatbelts. 3. Children need to sit in approved car seats appropriate for their age. 4. Wear a helmet whenever you ride a bicycle or motorcycle or when you roller skate or roller blade. 5. Wear the recommended safety equipment for contact sports. 6. Always check the depth of the water before diving into it. Treatment 1. Keep the patients neck or back still 2. DO NOT attempt to move the patient unless the patient’s life is endangered 3. Keep the patient warm 4. DO NOT give the patient anything to drink or eat 5. Alert the EMS 6. Keep the patient calm 7. DO NOT move or transport these patients

Precautions when dealing with blood 1. Ensure that you are not exposed to your casualty’s blood. Use gloves or clean folded material or casualty’s own hands 2. Wash hands with warm water and soap and dry them off effectively, both before and after care if possible and even if you wore gloves 3. Avoid talking, coughing, sneezing and laughing over Drowning the open wound Get Help. Notify a lifeguard, if one is close. If not, ask someone to call 081 924. If you are alone, follow the steps Head injury below. If the patient starts presenting the following, get medical 1. Move the Person out of the water. help: 2. Ask "are you OK?" If no response, see 3.. 1. Becomes unusually drowsy or sleepy 3. Check for Breathing 2. Develops a severe headache or stiff neck 4. Place your ear next to the person's mouth and nose. 3. Nausea, and vomits more than once Do you feel air on your cheek? 5. Look to see if the person's chest is moving. 4. Loses consciousness 6. If the person is not breathing, check pulse 5. Behaves abnormally, like becoming combative 7. Check the person's pulse for 10 seconds. DO NOT do the following when dealing with a 8. If there is no pulse, start CPR patient with a head injury 9. Carefully place person on back. 1. Wash a head wound that is deep or bleeding a lot. • For an adult or child, place the heel of one hand on 2. Remove any object sticking out of a wound. the center of the chest at the nipple line. You can 3. Move the person unless absolutely necessary also push with one hand on top of the other. For an 4. Remove a helmet if you suspect a serious head infant, place two fingers on the breastbone. injury • Do 30 chest compressions, at the rate of 100 per 5. Pick up a fallen child with any sign of head injury. minute or more. Let the chest rise completely 6. Drink alcohol within 48 hours of a serious head between pushes. Check to see if the person has injury started breathing. 10. Repeat if person is still not breathing Fractures • If you've been trained in CPR, you can now open Assess the injured part to determine the location of the the airway by tilting the head back and lifting the fracture. chin. 1. Keep the injured limb still • Pinch the nose of the victim closed. Take a normal 2. Stop bleeding if visible breath, cover the victim's mouth with yours to 3. Before and after splinting the limb check for a pulse create an airtight seal, and then give two one-second breaths as you watch for the chest to rise. or capillary refill • Give two breaths followed by 30 chest 4. DO NOT attempt to straighten a deformed limb, compressions. always splint in the position found. (Remember, • Continue this cycle of 30 compressions and Mind as You Find) two breaths until the person starts breathing or 5. Cut away clothing to expose the fracture emergency help arrives. DO NOT STOP until the 6. NEVER attempt to push back protruding bone ends EMS get there and tell you to.

Snakes and Scorpions ... If you are careful about where you place your hands and feet, especially after dark, then there should be no problems. Simple precautions include not putting on boots without shaking them empty first, and always checking the back of your backpack before putting it on. Snakes do bite occasionally, and you ought to know the standard first-aid treatment. The area of the bite should be washed to remove any venom from the skin, and the bitten limb should be immobilised. Paracetamol may be used as a painkiller, but never use aspirin because it may cause internal bleeding. The only effective treatment is anti-venom. In case of a bite: • Keep calm. It is likely that no venom has been dispensed. • Stop movement of the bitten limb by applying a splint. • If you have a crepe bandage, firmly bind up as much of the bitten limb as you can. Release the bandage for a few minutes every half-hour. • Keep the bitten limb below heart height to slow spread of any venom.

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Evacuate the victim to a hospital that has anti-venom. Never give aspirin. You may offer paracetamol, which is safe. Do not apply ice packs. Do not apply potassium permanganate.

In all areas of Namibia there are different species of snakes, most of them harmless, but some extremely venomous. The Cape Cobra is one of the more dangerous kinds. One can recognise the snake by its flat throat. If disturbed, it raises its upper body and takes on a threatening posture. Everywhere in Namibia one can come across a Puff Adder (Bitis arietans). It is short and across the

Cobra

entire body run V-shaped brownish cross stripes with light contours. Opposite to other snake species that take flight at the slightest tremor in the ground, Puff Adders do not recede at intrusion.

PREVENTATIVE MEASURES Watch where you step and what you touch in the bush. Do not step over rocks and logs, but rather onto them. Look where you place your hands while climbing or lifting objects. Firewood should not be gathered at dusk or night. Wear boots when possible. Do not sleep directly on the ground; inspect the camp-site and where you are about to sleep. Do not handle snakes and if you encounter a snake stand still then

Puffadder in the Kalahari

back away slowly. Most snakes will It can be found in the areas of the Namib Desert, Fish River Canyon, flee immediately. Epupa Falls, Brandberg, Spitzkoppe, Swakopmund and Walvis Bay. SCORPIONS When searching for it you can look Namibia is home to Parabuthus villosus, one of the deadliest in rocky areas in the early morning and late afternoon. scorpions in the world. They also like rock and log It is a very hairy scorpion with its colour varying between pitch scrapes, as well as loose bark of black and dark brown with yellow fallen trees where they excavate their legs. It is a very large scorpion. burrows.

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Recreational Fishing Regulations

Daily bag limit (1) A person may not, in one day, harvest more than (a) 30 fish of the species barbel; (b) 20 fish of the species snoek; (c) one shark. (2) Subject to subregulation (3) and regulation 11(1), a person may for recreational purposes harvest up to 10 per day of the following species of fish: (a) blacktail; (b) galjoen; (c) kob; (d) West coast steenbras: (3) A person may not harvest any species of fish referred to in subregulation (2), which is smaller or larger, as the case may be, than the size specified in Annexure J. (4) A person may not (a) harvest more than 7 rock lobsters in one day; or (b) accumulate or have in his or her possession more than 7 rock lobsters. (5) A person may, without a fishing permit, harvest and retain for his or her own use any of the following types of marine resources: (a) aquatic plants; (b) molluscs; and (c) seashell. (6) A person referred to in subregulation (5) may not in any one day harvest or have in his or her possession (a) more than the quantity specified in Annexure K in respect of the marine resources referred to in that Annexure; or (b) white mussel that is able to pass through a ring with an inner diameter of 38 mm, when it is in a whole state.

purposes within a distance of two nautical miles seaward from the high-water line in any of the following areas (a) from the middle of the mouth of the Kunene River at 17 degrees 14.900 minutes south to the concrete beacon marked TB1 situated at 19 degrees 57.040 minutes south, approximately 5 km north of Terrace Bay; (b) from the concrete beacon marked TB2 at 20 degrees 08.082 minutes south situated approximately 25 km south of Terrace Bay to the concrete beacon marked TB3 at 20 degrees 10.553 minutes south situated approximately 10 km north of Torra Bay; (c) from the concrete beacon marked TB4 at 20 degrees 31.358 minutes south situated approximately 10 km south of Torra Bay to the southern bank of the mouth of the Ugab River at 19 degrees 57.040 minutes south; (d) from the concrete beacon marked CC1 at 21 degrees 45.300 minutes south to the concrete beacon marked CC2 at 21 degrees 51.380 minutes south ; (e) from the southern limits of the quay in the harbour of Walvis Bay at 22 degrees 57.350 minutes south, along the coastline to Pelican Point at 22 degrees 53.934 minutes south; (f) from the concrete beacon marked SV2 at 23 degrees 08.929 minutes south situated at the northern limits of Sandwich Harbour to a concrete beacon marked RL 3 situated approximately at 26 degrees 34.167 minutes south; (g) from a concrete beacon marked P1 at 26 degrees 44.000 minutes south to a concrete beacon marked P2 at 27 degrees 12.000 minutes south; (h) the sea shore of any of the islands along the Namibian coast.

Exemption Notwithstanding sub-regulation (1), the Permanent Secretary may on application and subject to such conditions as the Permanent Secretary may determine, grant an exemption in writing to any person in respect of the harvest of marine resources within any prohibited area referred to in that subregulation. An exemption granted in terms of subregulation (2) must specify the name of the person to whom it is granted, the period and the area for which it is granted and the applicable conditions, if any. Possession and transport of marine resources (1) A person may not have in his or her possession or transport in a vehicle or vessel any quantity of marine resources caught for recreational purposes (a) which exceeds the accumulated bag limit of three days in respect of the fish referred to in regulation 8(1) and (2): Provided that, in respect of regulation 8(2), the accumulated bag of 30 fish does not contain more than 10 fish of one particular species of fish; and (b) without being in possession of a fishing permit. (2) A person may have in his or her possession or transport in a vehicle or vessel fish referred to in regulation 8(1) and (2), or rock lobsters referred to in regulation 8(4), on behalf of another person, if the person, on whose behalf the fish or rock lobsters are being kept or transported, is present and is in possession of a fishing permit. (3) A person may not have in his or her possession or transport in a vehicle or vessel fish, which is not in a whole state, if that fish is subject to the size limits referred to in regulation 8(3). Where can you get a permit for using 4x4/quad bike/motorbike in the authorized ORV zone in the dune belt between Swakopmund and Walvis Bay?

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Regulations related to the exploitation of Marine Resources, (7) For the purpose of subregulation (1) (a) “barbel” means any individual of the species Galeichthys made in terms of section 61 (1) of the Marine Resources Act, feliceps; No. 27 of 2000. Below are regulations governing harvesting of (b) “snoek”, means any individual of the species Thyrsites atun. marine resources for recreational purposes: (8) For the purpose of subregulation (2) Permit required for harvesting for recreational purposes (a) “blacktail”, also known as “dassie”, means any individual (1) A person, who for recreational purposes harvests in Namibian of the species Diplodus sargus; waters, must (b) “galjoen”, means any individual of the species Dichistius (a) Be in possession of a fishing permit; and capensis; (b) Carry out such harvesting subject to the conditions (c) “kob”, also known as “kabeljou”, means any individual of prescribed by these regulations. the genus Argyrosomus ; and (2) A person referred to in sub regulation (1), who is found (d)“West Coast steenbras”, also known as “white fish”, means without a fishing permit any individual of the species Lithognathus aureti. (a) is guilty of an offence; and (9) For the purpose of subregulation (5) (b) must produce permit within a period of 21 days from a) “mollusc” means any species of the invertebrate phylum the day on which the person pays the fine prescribed in Mollusca and includes chitons, bivalves, mussels, limpets regulation 39(h)(iii) in respect of a failure to comply with (being any species of limpet, slipper limpet or key-hole sub regulation (1)(a). limpet of the genera Crepidula, Diodora, Fissurella, Helcion, Patella and Siphonaria), whelks, periwinkles Means of harvest (being any species of the gastropod molluscs of the genera A person may not for recreational purposes harvest marine Cynisca, Gibbula, Littorina, Oxystele and Tricolia), slugs, resources by any means other than octopods, cuttle fish and squid, but excludes the ship worm (a) a hook and line, whether operated by a rod and reel or (Teredo spp.); and otherwise, and using a scoop net to lift rock lobsters from the (b) “seashell” means the calcareous or chitinous exoskeleton or water once they have been reeled to the surface; shell of a marine invertebrate. (b) a ring net; or (c) diving. Prohibited species A person may not Issue of permit (a) use as bait or have in his or her possession any annelid worm; (1) A fishing permit referred to in regulation 5(a) must be issued (b) collect any red bait by cutting or in any other way dislodging by the Minister or by any person or authority authorised the red bait from the substract, except red bait which has been thereto by the Minister, if that person or authority has agreed washed up on the sea shore. to do so. (2) A fishing permit may be issued for a period of either one Prohibited areas in respect of fishing for recreational month or one year and may be obtained upon payment of a purposes fee. (1) A person may not harvest marine resources for recreational

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WALVIS BAY TIDE TABLE 2013

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Sunrise 06:14 Sunset 19:47

Sunrise 06:15 Sunset 19:48

Sunrise 06:16 Sunset 19:48

Sunrise 06:16 Sunset 19:49

Sunrise 06:17 Sunset 19:49

Sunrise 06:18 Sunset 19:50

Sunrise 06:19 Sunset 19:50

TIDE TIMES High tide 05:02 Low tide 10:51 High tide 17:06 Low tide 23:00

TIDE TIMES High tide 05:34 Low tide 11:25 High tide 17:39 Low tide 23:32

TIDE TIMES High tide 06:07 Low tide 12:01 High tide 18:15 Low tide -- : --

TIDE TIMES Low tide 00:07 High tide 06:44 Low tide 12:43 High tide 18:56

TIDE TIMES Low tide 00:47 High tide 07:27 Low tide 13:35 High tide 19:47

TIDE TIMES Low tide 01:37 High tide 08:20 Low tide 14:41 High tide 20:53

TIDE TIMES Low tide 02:45 High tide 09:27 Low tide 15:58 High tide 22:14

TIDE TIMES Low tide 04:07 High tide 10:43 Low tide 17:13 High tide 23:35

TIDE TIMES Low tide 03:33 High tide 11:54 Low tide 18:17 High tide -- : --

TIDE TIMES High tide 00:42 Low tide 06:31 High tide 12:56 Low tide 19:11

TIDE TIMES High tide 01:37 Low tide 07:28 High tide 13:50 Low tide 20:00

TIDE TIMES High tide 02:26 Low tide 08:19 High tide 14:40 Low tide 20:46

BEST FISHING 15:32 to 16:34

BEST FISHING

16:41 to 17:43

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BEST FISHING 14:07 to 15:09

BEST FISHING 15:13 to 16:15

BEST FISHING 16:30 to 17:32

BEST FISHING 17:45 to 18:47

BEST FISHING 04:53 to 05:57

BEST FISHING 05:59 to 07:03

BEST FISHING 06:56 to 08:00

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SUN SAFETY - Save Your Skin!

Reduce Time in the Sun

It’s important to limit sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., when the sun’s rays are strongest. Even on an overcast day, up to 80 percent of the sun’s UV rays can get through the clouds. Stay in the shade as much as possible throughout the day.

Be Serious about Sunscreen

Check product labels to make sure you get • a “sun protection factor” (SPF) of 15 or more. SPF represents the degree to which a sunscreen can protect the skin from sunburn. • “broad spectrum” protection -

sunscreen that protects against all types of skin damage caused by sunlight • water resistance - sunscreen that stays on your skin longer, even if it gets wet. Reapply waterresistant sunscreens as instructed on the label Tips for Applying Sunscreen: • Apply the recommended amount evenly to all uncovered skin, especially your lips, nose, ears, neck, hands, and feet. • Apply sunscreen 15 minutes before going out in the sun. • If you don’t have much hair, apply sunscreen to the top of your head, or wear a hat. • Reapply at least every two hours.

Who, What, When, Where, this Festive Season?

Sun safety is never out of season. Summer’s arrival means it’s time for picnics, trips to the pool and beach - and a spike in the number of sunburns. But winter skiers and fall hikers should be as wary of the sun’s rays as swimmers. People who work outdoors need to take precautions, too. The need for sun safety has become clearer over the past 30 years. Studies show that exposure to the sun can cause skin cancer. Harmful rays from the sun - and from sunlamps and tanning beds may also cause eye problems, weaken your immune system, and give you skin spots, wrinkles, or “leathery” skin. Sun damage to the body is caused by invisible ultraviolet (UV) radiation. People recognise sunburn as a type of skin damage caused by the sun. Tanning is also a sign of the skin reacting to potentially damaging UV radiation by producing additional pigmentation that provides it with some - but often not enough protection against sunburn. Whatever our skin color, we’re all potentially susceptible to sunburn and other harmful effects of exposure to UV radiation. Although we all need to take precautions to protect our skin, people who need to be especially careful in the sun are those who have • pale skin • blond, red, or light brown hair • been treated for skin cancer • a family member who’s had skin cancer If you take medicines, ask your health care professional about suncare precautions; some medications may increase sun sensitivity.

• Give babies and children extra care in the sun. Ask a health care professional before applying sunscreen to children under 6 months old. • Apply sunscreen to children older than 6 months every time they go out.

Protect the Eyes

Sunlight reflecting off snow, sand, or water further increases exposure to UV radiation and increases your risk of developing eye problems. Tips for eye-related sun safety include: • When buying sunglasses, look for a label that specifically offers 99

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to 100 percent UV protection. • Eyewear should be labeled “sunglasses.” Otherwise, you can’t be sure they will offer enough protection. • Pricier sunglasses don’t ensure greater UV protection. • Ask an eye care professional to test your sunglasses if you don’t know their level of UV protection. • People who wear contact lenses that offer UV protection should still wear sunglasses. • Wraparound sunglasses offer the most protection. • Children should wear real sun glasses (not toy sunglasses!) that indicate the UV protection level.

18 & 19 December

• Variations of concerts on a blue beach 19 December • Sailing Competition 20:00 (Hobie 14 and Hobie 15)

20 December

23, 27 & 28 December

4 January

• Swakop Indoor Sport Centre concert performed by Kurt Darren and Ray Dylan

• “Kalahari- potpourri” 4 & 5 January • Power music festival for Christmas with Randal • Horse riding competition Jan Wilken Stadium @ Wicomb, Trio Feminale 18:30

22 December

• Fairway buoy race

26 December

• Sailing voyage race between Walvis Bay and Swakopmund

27 - 29 December

• Sailing: Laser National competition

28 December

• Weskus 4x4 “Vasbyt”

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Marula Boo concert: Starting at 20:00 Tickets available: N$100 pp

26 December

• Christmas Soccer Cup

30 December

Swakopmund

• Zumba classes at the Live it Health and Fitness Club. 10:00 - 11:00

15 Dec - 4 Jan

• Legends Pub and Grill 28 December Artists performing: • Colour Festival: tickets C.J Jacobs, Werner Van available between Zyl, 4-U. Len Nel N$150 - N$350. North Beach- only 18 and 18 December • Golf days: Wednesdays above allowed. • Pro-Ed Academics: and Fridays Treasure hunt at the Mole tickets available from 20 & 21 December • Christmas market N$150 • Swakop indoor sport centre- concert performed 21 December by: Theuns Jordaan and • Bank Windhoek golf Ricus Nel

• 20 Dec to 15 Jan 2014 • • Jumping Castles and various water sports at the Mole 10:00 - 17:00

15 - 29 December

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Beach Athletics: N$100 per person to sign up 31 December Riders from the storm (New year’s rock bash): Swakopmund indoor sport centre at 7pm – for tickets contact: 081 128 9009

3 January •

26 December

• Beach rugby starting at 07:00

31 December •

Skubbabar Concerts by artists such as CJ Jacobs, Leon Beukus, Jo Nichol 19:h30 performance by Steve Hofmeyer.

Swakop Indoor Sport Centre: concert performed by The Cambells and Nicholis Louw

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Holiday Care for Your Garden Home irrigation systems are easy to install If the answer is yes, put ten minutes aside to prepare your garden before you pack your bags and you will return to find your plants are thriving.

The best way to ensure that a collection of container-grown plants remains healthy while you're away is to install an automatic irrigation system. These are less complicated versions of those used by professional nurserymen Container care while to keep thousands of on holiday plants alive, and are

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extremely easy to put together - if you are any good at building a Lego model you will have no problem at all. There are many irrigation systems available in garden centres and DIY stores, with some more sophisticated than others and a choice of attachments for watering different parts of the garden. Pick a kit for containers, making sure it has a timing device and enough hose to reach the area that needs to be watered. Once your system has been set up, attach it to a timing device (fitted to an outdoor tap) and programme it to come on once or twice a day, depending on the plants you need to water. If you only have a few containers, try the AquaPod from Hozelock (available in DIY stores). This consists of a small cylinder that is linked to a timing device by a short length of hose. Inside the cylinder are five mini-hoses that can be pulled out and attached to five pot-grown plants. This gadget is really easy to use and only takes five minutes to set up. If you don't have an outdoor tap, you can still ensure plants remain alive. Move containers and hanging baskets from a sunny patio or deck, and put in a shady place where

they will dry out less quickly. The gap behind a shed or along a side return is ideal. Water well and further reduce evaporation by covering the plants with a sheet of shade netting material - this can be bought in rolls from garden centres. Alternatively, pots will remain moist for longer if plunged into the soil. Find gaps in a border or in a raised bed, and dig out a hole. Sink the plant in so the lip of the container is flush with the surface of the soil. As the compost dries out the plant will start to take up moisture from the soil. Keep houseplants happy when on holiday Plants sitting on a sunny windowsill will need lots of water over the summer, so it makes sense to move plants before taking a holiday - put them on a surface out of direct sunlight and water well. If you have lots of indoor plants, soak a towel in water and lay it in the bottom of the bath. Stand plants on it and they will absorb water as and when they need it. There, that's all there is to it. A few simple watering tricks will ensure you can have a great, stress free holiday without the worry that you'll return to find a sea of dead plants. http://www.saga.co.uk

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Lemon Tree Gets a Facelift and Relocates Tanya Calitz By January 2014, Lemon Tree will take on a whole new look, feel, taste and location, when moving to their new premises at Walvis Bay Information Centre, next to the Golf Course driving range. According to co-owner Donelia Esterhuisen, the demand for their food has increased so much over the past year that they had no choice but to ‘grow with the flow’. “We are very excited about the move and taking our business to a next level,” she said. Lemon Tree will go from being just a take-away Deli to a sit-in eatery with almost everything in the shop being for sale. “My idea for the shop is to make it into your typical ‘negosie winkel’ like the ones you see in the Western Cape” said Belinda, who is the main chef and co-owner of Lemon Tree. The new restaurant will stock goods from homemade delicatessen to handmade gifts, frames and clothes. “80% of the goods you see in our restaurant will be for sale. So if you see

décor or something in the shop you like, it would most probably have a ‘for sale’ sign on it,” Donelia explained. Another addition to the enriched Lemon Tree will be a new line of food. “Our main focus will still be the sushi and food from our deli section, but we will now also offer Asian Food. We are keeping the old menu, but just adding a few things. At the new location we will also be able to serve alcoholic drinks when people dine at Lemon Tree,” Belinda laid out. Lemon Tree will be open from 8am till 7pm Monday to Fridays and until 1pm on a Saturday. “On request we will be open for Sunday lunches. “Our main focus will be, brunch, lunch and after-office meals,” Belinda described. Lemon Tree will be open two evenings a week, which will be identified once regular trade is established. Apart from having good food to dine and wine with, the hosts will also have a live music night when new upcoming artists are identified. The opening of the new Lemon Tree will be mid-January 2014, offering their new menu and homemade products.

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How to Set Up a Hammock Without Trees

Installing hammock supports gives you freedom to choose the best location, but some existing supports around your home may be a better choice. Above all, choose a safe location. Any hammock could fall, so hang it low enough to prevent injury, and never string one above furniture or other objects.

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hammock above the ground. The distance between posts should be at least a couple feet more than the length of the hammock. Eighteen feet apart is a fairly safe universal spacing for most hammock posts. Cut the posts 50 percent longer than the height you want them to be. The extra length goes in the ground with a layer of gravel on the bottom and concrete surrounding the posts, the same way that a fence is built, so dig 12-inch-wide holes to that depth plus approximately 3 inches for the gravel. You can dig with a shovel, post hole digger or a power auger. Adding a few inches of gravel in the bottom of the hole helps water drainage. Use ready-to-mix concrete for fence posts, and follow the manufacturer’s directions. Once the posts are set and the concrete is cured, tie up the hammock at the height you prefer. Twist heavy eye screws into the posts for sturdy tie-off points, if desired.

Mimic trees by setting 4-inch-by4-inch fence posts in concrete. Determining the height of the posts doesn’t require confusing calculations. They can be any height that you like, as long as Porch Posts they’re tall enough to hold the A front porch with sturdy posts

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Hammock Frame

The desire for hammocks in areas with few or no trees led to the invention of hammock frames. There are different styles made

of wood or metal, but they are all designed to hold a hammock anywhere you have the space to set up the frame. Hammock frames usually have two long, supporting rails that sit parallel on the ground. Both ends of the frame rails turn up, and stop at a height that is appropriate for hanging the hammock. There may be hooks, eye bolts, pulleys or other devices at each end for tying off the hammock. Some hammock frames are portable and made for easy setup. Some frames only work with a special rectangular-shaped hammock, so be sure the frame and hammock are compatible.

Between Buildings If there are two buildings that sit close enough, you can hang the hammock between them. Possible locations are between a house and a shed or detached garage. Alternatively, you can tie one end of the hammock to a building and install a post to hold the opposite end. Fastening the hammock to a building requires heavy-duty hooks or eye screws for tying the cords, and the hardware must fasten to a sturdy part of the structure. Siding is not strong enough to support the weight of a person in the hammock, so the hardware must go through the siding and into a wall stud.

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How to Make a Bed Canopy Do you have a little princess in your life? Here is a fantastic tutorial on how to make a bed canopy. These canopies are cute for baby showers and parties too. Enjoy! A bed canopy is probably the easiest project you’ll ever do, yet one that can have a huge impact in a little girl’s room. Bed canopies work with any size bed you have.

Step 4 Drill a hole in the ceiling; screw in your ceiling screw hook and hang your canopy with the ribbon. That’s it!

Supplies: • 1 large embroidery hoop (I found mine at the thrift store for US$1). • sheer curtains, or any fabric or tulle that strikes your fancy (mine were from the As-is section at Ikea for just 99 cents). • 1 ceiling screw hook (I got it at my local hardware store for less then a US$1, as well). • coordinating ribbon.

Step 1 Take your embroidery hoop (mine is painted from a previous project. You don’t need to paint yours as it will be covered by the fabric); unscrew and remove the inside circle. To the inside circle, tie ribbon at three equal intervals. This will be used to hang your canopy to the ceiling.

Your little princess will love her canopy! And what can be better than making something at a fraction of the cost of buying one?

Step 2 Take your outer circle of the embroidery hoop and simply start threading your curtain through the casing designed for the curtain rod. Depending on how bunched up you want the curtains to be, you will need 2 to 4 sheers.

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