T honoured to be welcoming Premier Alan Winde to our beautiful village on the 9th of May to participate in the next of our series of talks entitled ‘In Conversation With …’, moderated by Michael Haupt. This is a truly special moment for us, and we couldn’t be more excited to share it with our members, friends, and the broader Greyton community. Premier Winde’s visit is not just an official event — it feels like a celebration of 12 Helen Smyth Greyton Conservation Society
come together — leaders, volunteers, and community members alike — there is no limit to what we can achieve. We are grateful for Premier Winde’s time and interest, and we are certain JUL /AUGUST 2025 this gathering will leave us all feeling inspired and motivated to continue our efforts with renewed passion. With open arms and warm hearts, we welcome Premier Winde to Greyton and to our Rotary family. Here’s to an unforgettable evening of connection, conversation, and community! marked reserve area, we help ensure the Date: 9th May 2025 Venue: St Andrew’s Anglican Church Hall, 3 Jones Street, Greyton Time: 5.00pm for 5.30pm sharp Cost: Free, but cash donations to The Rotary Club of Greyton gratefully received Tickets: Please contact Kim Crosby on sanctuary remains undisturbed for the many wild creatures who call it home. That said, there’s plenty of space for everyone to enjoy—with a plethora of beautiful mountain and forest trails throughout the valley where dogs are very welcome to run freely. So let’s all do our part to keep the reserve
exchange of ideas and energy. More than anything, we see
by our members and to share the stories of the people who make Greyton such a special place. We know that
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Why Dogs Should Stay Out of the Greyton Nature Reserve
community, connection, and shared purpose. His dedication to uplifting the Western Cape, his approachable leadership style, and his genuine passion for empowering people align so closely doorstep—a peaceful haven for a wide variety of wildlife and bird species. To help protect this delicate environment, we kindly remind all visitors that dogs are not allowed in the reserve. with the heart of what we do at Rotary. We are eager to hear his insights, learn from his experiences, and discuss how we can work While our four-legged companions may seem harmless, dogs are natural predators, and their presence—whether on or off a leash—can have a significant impact on wildlife. Even the scent they leave behind can cause fear and stress for wild animals, often leading to abandoned together to make our region even stronger and more resilient. As a club built on service and community spirit, this occasion fills us nests, disrupted habitats, and animals avoiding the area altogether. Off-leash dogs, guided by their sharp sense of smell and hearing, may instinctively chase small mammals such as duiker and W e are incredibly fortunate to have the beautiful Greyton Nature Reserve right on our
disturb ground-nesting birds. This can result in injury to both wildlife and dogs, as well as long-term population decline. By keeping dogs out of the clearly
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