People behind the plants
Meet the
The Hangklip Botanical Society (NPC) is run by a small group of volunteers. From the Chair and Directors to the convenors of the hacking groups, talks, walks, garden circle and Book & Craft Shop — each person helps us know, grow, protect and enjoy the fynbos of the Kogelberg Biosphere.
team
Galia Manicom
Vice Chair
Kogelberg Gardening Circle
Member
Paddy Dall
Harold Porter Book and Arts Craft Shop Convenor
Viv von den Heyden
Member
Friends of Harold Porter Gardens
Chairman & Treasurer
Peter Dall
Overall Management
Mike Christellis
Vice Treasurer
Convenor of Rooi Els Hacking Group
Secretary
Sue McConnell
Minutes, Membership & Web content
Gwen Coetzee
Member
Monthly talks
Overall Management
Secretary
Chris Geldenhuys
Director
Convenor of the Hardcore Hacking Group
Member
Rea Borcherds
Member
Tim Attwell
Monthly walks
Alta Jones
Member
Communication
Member
Betsey Joubert
Logistics for book launches
Rob Boyd
Director
Convenor of the Betty’s Bay Hacking Group
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As a member, you help to
Your support helps conserve one of the worlds richest floral kingdoms for future generations
Protect our fynbos
Support local conservation
Funds go toward pratical conservation work in the Kogelberg Biosphere
Meet others who share a passion for nature and our local enviroment
Connect with like - minded people
Enjoy member benefits
Stay informed with newsletters, events invites and opportunities to get involved
Make a difference
Every membership, big or small, helps us create a lasting impact