Cola Myoli Conservancy

14/10/2025

Nesting Alert: Dikkops are breeding in Cola and Myoli!
Shh... Tiny Dikkops on the Way!
It's that time of year again!

We're thrilled to confirm that the Spotted Thick-knee (or Dikkop) breeding season is officially underway here!

Nests have been spotted on several local verges and in gardens around the area.

Please help us protect the next generation.
Visit our site for more information on how to protect these precious creatures and their nests.
https://colamyoliconservancy.blogspot.com/

21/09/2025

🌊 Thank You! 🌊

Yesterday’s International Coastal Cleanup was a beautiful reminder of what community spirit looks like. 💙

To the small but mighty group of volunteers who joined the Cola Myoli Conservancy Cleanup, you showed up with energy, smiles, and a shared love for our coastline—thank you! Your enthusiasm made a real impact, and every piece of litter removed was a step toward a healthier ocean.

A special shoutout to Pili Pili for generously sponsoring ice creams for our hardworking crew 🍦 Your support added a sweet touch to a meaningful day!

Together, we’re making waves for a cleaner, kinder coast 🌍💪

14/09/2025

22/06/2025

Exciting News! Our Website is Live!
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our new website, it is designed to be a resource for the community, offering valuable insights and updates on conservation efforts, while giving us all quick access to some important information.

Here’s what you can explore:

Useful information – Discover initiatives beyond our Conservancy, we have included some useful numbers to call and information on our community.
Rescue Information – Find guidance on wildlife rescue protocols and how to report animals in need.
Getting to Know Us – Learn more about our Conservancy.
Species Spotlights – Explore features on local wildlife.
Blog posts - We have included some of our previous articles.
This site has been built by us, for you, and as such, it will continue to evolve. If you spot any errors or have suggestions for additional content, we’d love to hear from you. Your input will help us refine and grow this resource into a go-to space for our community.

Explore, connect, and be part of the journey—welcome to our digital home!

Membership signs Get link Facebook X Pinterest Email Other Apps May 23, 2025 We are excited to announce our new membership signs are now available for purchase.   The signs are made of PVC and are the size of an A5 page.   For paid up members the cost is R50, for new members or those wanting to ...

03/06/2025

We hope you can join us on Sunday

18/02/2025

🌿 Thank You for Attending Our AGM! 🌿

We had a fantastic Annual General Meeting last week Tuesday! A huge thank you to Dr. Bool Smuts, the General Manager from the Landmark Foundation, for his insightful talk on leopards in and around the Garden Route. 🐆 We also appreciate his colleague, Monica Vaccaro, who joined us to answer questions after the formal session.

It was a great evening, well-supported by our members and guests. Thank you to the Sedgefield Island Conservancy members, who were also in attendance to support us.

If you'd like to join our conservancy or learn more about us, please email us at [email protected].

Together, we can make a difference! 🌱

From left to right in the photo is Paul Dougal (our Chairman), Austin Byrne (Committee Member), Margie Van Eden (our Secretary), Monica Vaccaro (Landmark Foundation), Dr Bool Smuts (GM Landmark Foundation), Adrienne Bartlett (our Treasurer), Lisa Swanepoel (Committee Member), Jason Smithen (Committee Member).

28/09/2024

On September 21st, we came together for a wonderful event—the International Coastal Cleanup day. In Sedgefield, the Cola Myoli Conservancy joined forces with the Sedgefield Island Conservancy and Revive Sedgefield to clean up our beaches.

Thank you to Our Sponsors:
Sedgefield Oasis and Paul Dougal (RE/MAX Lakes Sedgefield) : For sponsoring the water—keeping our volunteers hydrated and energized.
Great Brak River Conservancy: For the recycling bags, they played a vital role.
43 Teams, 1 Mission: Across the greater Knysna area, 43 teams rolled up their sleeves. Together, we combed the coastline, determined to make a positive impact.

Our mission, during the cleanup, separate the medical items from the rest of the debris. The police needed this as evidence for the case against the ship owners involved in the container spill.

We delivered the medical items to the police. The Knysna municipality collected the rest of the items that we collected.

In unity, we made a difference—a ripple in the vast ocean of conservation. Let’s keep our coastlines pristine and our community spirit strong!

11/08/2024

🌿 On Tuesday 6 August, we gathered for our cherished annual Soup and Sherry evening—a heartwarming tradition that brings us closer together. 🍲🥂 This is an opportunity for the committee to thank members for their ongoing support as well as welcome new members and connect as a community.
🥣 Our dedicated committee stirred up not one, not two, but three delightful soups! The crispy fresh bread and the warming sherry were sponsored by Mario from Harcourts! His sponsorship provided the golden elixir that warmed our souls and sparked conversations. The Lion's provided us with the venue. Thank you all and cheers to community generosity!
💚 Beyond the laughter and camaraderie, we received donations which will propel our projects forward.
🙌 Thank You, Everyone! To all who joined us, laughed with us, and clinked glasses: You made this evening a resounding success. Your presence matters, and your continuous support fuels our conservation efforts.

04/07/2024

Unfortunately due to bad weather the beach cleanup will not take place tomorrow.

19/05/2024

Unfortunately due to the forecasted rain the Cola Myoli Conservancy will reschedule the Beach Clean-Up

20/03/2024

Thank you to Strandloper Project for the new Two Oceans turtle rescue network sign at the stairs to Cola beach!