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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261007
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SUMMARY:World Habitat Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:The United Nations designated the first Monday of October of every year as World Habitat Day to reflect on the state of our habitats\, and on the basic right of all to adequate shelter. The Day is also intended to remind the world that we all have the power and the responsibility to shape the future of our cities and towns.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/world-habitat-day-2026/
CATEGORIES:Designated days
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261010
DTSTAMP:20260923T144543Z
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SUMMARY:Arbor Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Many countries\, including Namibia\, actively participate in planting trees on Arbor Day. Arbor Day is usually celebrated in spring; in Namibia we celebrate it on the second Friday in October. \nThe TREE OF THE YEAR 2026 in Namibia is Faidherbia albida (Ana Tree)
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/arbor-day-2026/
CATEGORIES:Designated days
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20261010T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20261010T104500
DTSTAMP:20260921T083612Z
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SUMMARY:Guided walk in the Botanic Garden
DESCRIPTION:When and where?\nUsually\, every second Saturday of the month\, from 08:00 to 10:45 in summer (September to April) and 08:30 to 11:00 in winter (May to August) at the National Botanical Research Institute (NBR)\, 8 Orban street\, opposite WHS sports fields. \nWhat can I expect?\nA leisurely walk in the Botanic Garden; a “natural” garden. There are many benches to rest and enjoy the peace in the centre of Windhoek. Experienced guides inform about the indigenous flora of Namibia; their use\, distribution\, conservation status\, value. \nWhat should bring?\nPlease note increase in guiding fee: N$30 for non-members; members of the Society and children free. Wear walking shoes\, sunscreen and a hat\, bring water. Optional: binoculars to watch wildlife. \nOther information\nRefreshments (coffee\, tea\, muffins) are available after the walk. Donations are requested for refreshments. Relevant books (botanical) are offered for sale. T-shirts\, bags\, cards\, notepads are also on sale. Visit our Botshop pages to see the range of books and other items that we sell.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/guided-walk-in-the-botanic-garden-4/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Guided walks in the Botanic Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20261015T190000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20261015T210000
DTSTAMP:20260923T144807Z
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SUMMARY:T-shirt Design Display & Winner Announcement
DESCRIPTION:THANKS to everyone who participated in creating a t-shirt design for BotSoc’s 30th anniversary! \nTHE WINNERS will be announced on the 15th October 2026 at 7pm during the Tree Awards ceremony at the NBRI. \nCOME & SEE\nAll designs are currently displayed at the National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI)\, 8 Orban street\, opposite WHS sports fields\nOPEN Monday – Friday\, 8am to 5pm \n 
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/t-shirt-design-competition/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20261015T190000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20261015T210000
DTSTAMP:20260922T073305Z
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SUMMARY:Tree Awards 2026
DESCRIPTION:It gives us great pleasure to invite you to join us as we celebrate ARBOR DAY with our annual Tree Awards ceremony “CELEBRATING TREES”. These awards highlight the importance of protecting our indigenous trees. \nWhen: Thursday\, 15 October 2026\nWhere: National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI). 8 Orban Street\, Windhoek \nPROGRAMME \n• Introduction of awardees  \n• Meet the Tree of the Year \n• Announcement of the winners of the ‘30th Anniversary T-shirt Design Competition’  \n• Handing over of certificates \n• Refreshments \nCOME & JOIN US TO CELEBRATE OUR NATURAL HERITAGE – ALL ARE WELCOME!
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/tree-awards-2026/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Annual Tree Awards,Designated days,Illustrated talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20261114T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20261114T104500
DTSTAMP:20260922T085155Z
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SUMMARY:Guided walk in the Botanic Garden
DESCRIPTION:When and where?\nUsually\, every second Saturday of the month\, from 08:00 to 10:45 in summer (September to April) and 08:30 to 11:00 in winter (May to August) at the National Botanical Research Institute (NBR)\, 8 Orban street\, opposite WHS sports fields. \nWhat can I expect?\nA leisurely walk in the Botanic Garden; a “natural” garden. There are many benches to rest and enjoy the peace in the centre of Windhoek. Experienced guides inform about the indigenous flora of Namibia; their use\, distribution\, conservation status\, value. \nWhat should bring?\nPlease note increase in guiding fee: N$30 for non-members; members of the Society and children free. Wear walking shoes\, sunscreen and a hat\, bring water. Optional: binoculars to watch wildlife. \nOther information\nRefreshments (coffee\, tea\, muffins) are available after the walk. Donations are requested for refreshments. Relevant books (botanical) are offered for sale. T-shirts\, bags\, cards\, notepads are also on sale. Visit our Botshop pages to see the range of books and other items that we sell.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/guided-walk-in-the-botanic-garden-5/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Guided walks in the Botanic Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20261119T190000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20261119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260921T084410Z
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SUMMARY:Illustrated Talk: "The Gondwana Kiri Tree Project"
DESCRIPTION:Quintin Hartung and Michelle Dillmann will present the Kiri Tree Project\, a climate-smart forestry and land regeneration initiative launched by The Gondwana Collection Namibia in collaboration with the AvaGro Group. \n(Opinions expressed by the speakers are not necessarily those of Botsoc.) \nAll welcome. \nAt the National Botanical Research Institute.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/illustrated-talk-the-gondwana-kiri-tree-project/
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