Friends of Verloren Valei
The Friends group was founded in 2014 under the auspices of the Wildlife and Environmental Society of South Africa (WESSA) for the conservation and promotion of the provincial Verloren Valei Nature Reserve and protection of an important Ramsar wetland site within. Over 30 connected wetlands feeding the Crocodile and Olifants river systems constitute this vital fresh water resource. Friends of Verloren Valei is active in supporting the reserve management. A number of initiatives have been launched including the publication of a field guide to the 66 orchids species and other significant flowering plants on the reserve.
There are 17 red data bird species on the reserve of which 7 are wetland species. The Friends of Verloren Valei provides practical support to a monitoring programme for Francolin bird populations on the Reserve. There are seven red data mammal species on the reserve. Sizeable herds of Blesbok and plentiful Grey Rhebok are important sources of revenue for the reserve. Members joining Friends of Verloren Valei will find much to do in support of the reserve and much to enjoy.
Friends of Verloren Valei Non-Profit Organisation 162-813 NPO
WESSA Affiliation No. MB 1241427 