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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260314T080000
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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 (summer) 08:30 (winter) to 11:00 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-20260314/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Guided walks in the Botanic Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260319T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260319T180000
DTSTAMP:20260402T052939
CREATED:20260226T071129Z
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SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to the Annual General Meeting of the Botanical Society of Namibia to  be held on Thursday 19 March 2026 at 18h00 in the Lecture Hall of the NBRI \nThe purpose of the meeting is: \n\nTo consider and adopt the Chairperson’s Report\nTo consider and adopt the Financial Statement of the Society\nTo consider and vote on any other business if applicable\nTo record Votes of Thanks\nTo elect CAPP members for the ensuing two years\n\nThe Agenda\, Minutes of the Annual General Meeting held in 2025\, Financial Statement and Reports will be sent to members and will be available on request. \nA reminder that only paid up members may vote at the AGM and that a quorum is required to constitute the meeting.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/annual-general-meeting-2026/
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260321T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260402T052939
CREATED:20251222T120637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T120637Z
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SUMMARY:Botanical experience at Wolwedans Desert Lodge
DESCRIPTION:21 – 23 March 2026 \n3 nights at N$2000.00 per person per night – Dinner\, bed and breakfast. \nThere will be game drives and walkabouts. \nFurther details to follow. \nBookings:  Ellen Gudde via nambotsoc@gmail.com
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/botanical-experience-at-wolwedans-desert-lodge/
CATEGORIES:Outings and Excursions
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260411T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260411T104500
DTSTAMP:20260402T052939
CREATED:20251114T144420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T144844Z
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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 (summer) 08:30 (winter) to 11:00 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-20260411/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Guided walks in the Botanic Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260416T190000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260416T200000
DTSTAMP:20260402T052939
CREATED:20260226T071337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T064802Z
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SUMMARY:Illustrated presentation by Peter Tarr
DESCRIPTION:Bees and their plants in the Auas Mountains \nTime: 19h00  \nNational Botanic Research Institute\, 8 Orban Street \nRefreshments will be available afterwards \nAll welcome
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/illustrated-presentation-by-coleen-mannheimer/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Illustrated talks
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260423
DTSTAMP:20260402T052939
CREATED:20251118T135520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T135520Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:EARTHDAY.ORG’s mission is to diversify\, educate and activate the environmental movement worldwide. Growing out of the first Earth Day in 1970\, EARTHDAY.ORG is the world’s largest recruiter to the environmental movement\, working with more than 150\,000 partners in over 192 countries to drive positive action for our planet.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/earth-day-2026/
CATEGORIES:Designated days
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260424T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260427T190000
DTSTAMP:20260402T052939
CREATED:20260325T065637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T065943Z
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SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge
DESCRIPTION:This is a worldwide event.  Join teams of Botsoc members who will try to document as many plants in the Khomas Region as possible within the 4-day period.  Let’s put Namibia on the map.  You don’t need to know the plant names\, just take a photo and upload it. Experts will ID it for you. Come and learn and have fun. \nFor more information contact Silke at 081 220 6994 or Barb 081 222 8686.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/city-nature-challenge/
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260509T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260509T104500
DTSTAMP:20260402T052939
CREATED:20251114T144443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T102513Z
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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 (summer) 08:30 (winter) to 11:00 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-20260509/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Guided walks in the Botanic Garden
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTSTAMP:20260402T052939
CREATED:20251118T135625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T135625Z
UID:2665-1779408000-1779494399@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:International Day for Biological Diversity 2026
DESCRIPTION:The United Nations has proclaimed May 22 The International Day for Biological Diversity (IDB) to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/international-day-for-biological-diversity-2026/
CATEGORIES:Designated days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTSTAMP:20260402T052939
CREATED:20251118T135748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T135748Z
UID:2667-1780617600-1780703999@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:World Environment Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:World Environment Day\, held annually on 5 June\, brings together millions of people from across the globe\, engaging them in the effort to protect and restore the Earth.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/world-environment-day-2026/
CATEGORIES:Designated days
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260618
DTSTAMP:20260402T052939
CREATED:20251118T135900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T135900Z
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SUMMARY:World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought 2026
DESCRIPTION:The World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought is observed every year to promote public awareness of international efforts to combat desertification. The day is a unique moment to remind everyone that land degradation neutrality is achievable through problem-solving\, strong community involvement and co-operation at all levels.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/world-day-to-combat-desertification-and-drought-2026/
CATEGORIES:Designated days
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261007
DTSTAMP:20260402T052939
CREATED:20251118T140005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T140005Z
UID:2673-1791244800-1791331199@botsoc.org.na
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:20260402T052939
CREATED:20251118T140114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T140114Z
UID:2676-1791504000-1791590399@botsoc.org.na
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.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/arbor-day-2026/
CATEGORIES:Designated days
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