Snares killing Noordhoek Wetland wildlife 

As Karoline Hanks, who runs Project Noordhoeked, a team that regularly works in the wetlands, says, “This is not for the sensitive folk, but this is the reality out in our wetland. Many hundreds of snares have been found and removed. Some with evidence of struggle and death, some not. One actually caught a dog walker’s pup by the leg, it was that potent, and that close to the path,” she says.

Hanks says that her Project Noordhoeked team will become the eyes and ears in the wetland as they work in the area removing the invasive forests of Port Jackson, which are providing the perfect placement for these rudimentary snares.

“Last week, we were taken out by an experienced tracker and shown what’s what, and my team proved themselves to be capable and competent. In the space of two hours, they removed seven snares,” says Hanks. “We firmly believe this will add huge value to our work and offerings and have a positive effect on ecosystem integrity in our valley.”

Brad Bing, Noordhoek Ratepayers Chairperson (NRPA), says, “Our wetland is unbelievably magnificent and diverse, and we need to do all we can to protect it. The best way to do so is to become an NRPA member, as we support projects like Project Noordhoeked and others.”

Hanks says, “Donations mean we can keep employing our intrepid team and continue to make a massive difference to our little piece of paradise.”

Noordhoek Ratepayers Association Bank account details:

Noordhoek Ratepayers

Nedbank, Longbeach Mall (Branch 125009)

NOTE: Savings account

Account No. 2008230716

Please use your name and Project Noordhoeked as a reference.

Or to become an NRPA member at only R300/year. Go to nrpa.org.za or email your name and address to treasurer@nrpa.org.za to join today.

The NRPA not only works on the six community goals developed to keep Noordhoek the best place to live, we also financially support other organisations working in Noordhoek like: On The Verge, Project Noordhoeked, the Common Committee and many more.