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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250712T083000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250712T104500
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20250414T131853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T072046Z
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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-202507/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Guided walks in the Botanic Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250717T190000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250717T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20250702T123049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T115253Z
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SUMMARY:Illustrated talk on Terms used in the Invasive Alien World
DESCRIPTION:Illustrated talk by Herta Kolberg \nThursday 17 July \nTime: 19h00  \nNational Botanic Research Institute\, 8 Orban Street \nRefreshments will be available afterwards \nAll welcome
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/illustrated-presentation-on-terms-used-in-the-invasive-alien-world/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Illustrated talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250809T083000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250809T104500
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20250414T131932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T071857Z
UID:2379-1754728200-1754736300@botsoc.org.na
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-202508/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Guided walks in the Botanic Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250821T190000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250821T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20250704T114818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T073250Z
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SUMMARY:Illustrated talk on Devil’s Claw from the view of an Exporter
DESCRIPTION:Illustrated talk by Gero Diekmann \nThursday 17 July \nTime: 19h00  \nNational Botanic Research Institute\, 8 Orban Street \nRefreshments will be available afterwards \nAll welcome
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/illustrated-talk-on-devils-claw-from-the-view-of-an-exporter/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Illustrated talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250831
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250901
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20250707T151018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T151435Z
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SUMMARY:Tree Awards 2025 - Deadline for Call for Nominations
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Arbor Day\, the Botanical Society presents Awards and Certificates to any person\, school or organisation that goes out of their way to PROTECT AND PROMOTE OUR INDIGENOUS TREES. \nREQUIREMENTS: \n\nNAME of person or organisation nominated\nCONTACT details (phone or email)\nDESCRIPTION of project\nLOCATION (physical address)\nPHOTOGRAPHS\n\nDEADLINE FOR NOMINATIONS: Sunday\, 31 August 2025 \nAny person\, member or non-member\, may make one or more nominations.\n____________________________________________________________________________\nSEND NOMINATIONS TO:\nBarb Curtis at nambotsoc@gmail.com\nEnquiries: 081 222 8686 | www.botsoc.org.na \n  \n»
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/tree-awards-2025-deadline-for-call-for-nominations/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250911T190000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250911T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20250908T080628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T074645Z
UID:2513-1757617200-1757620800@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:Illustrated talk - The Champion Tree Project
DESCRIPTION:Illustrated talk by Carol Steenkamp \nIn South Africa\, the Department of Agriculture\, Forestry and Fisheries is the custodian of the Champion Trees of South Africa project\, an initiative dedicated to identifying the largest specimens of various tree species\, as well as those with notable historical or cultural significance. Namibia prides itself with several such trees. \nCarol is keen to initiate a Champion Trees of Namibia project\, bringing us in line with these international efforts in dendrology. \nThursday 11 September \nTime: 19h00  \nNational Botanic Research Institute\, 8 Orban Street \nRefreshments will be available afterwards \nAll welcome
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/illustrated-talk-the-champion-tree-project/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Illustrated talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250913T083000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250913T104500
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20250414T132046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T121922Z
UID:2381-1757752200-1757760300@botsoc.org.na
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-202509/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Guided walks in the Botanic Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250918T190000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250918T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20250704T114918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T122146Z
UID:2419-1758222000-1758225600@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:Illustrated talk - Saving elephants or trees or both
DESCRIPTION:Illustrated talk by Morgan Hauptfleisch \nThis talk will explore the controversy surrounding controlling elephant numbers within sustainable ecological limits through culling or trophy hunting. Elephants can have a devastating effect on plant and other biological diversity if their densities (not their numbers!) are too high. The outcry from animal-rightists against elephant population control brings the conundrum for conservationists whether they should preserve plant biodiversity and healthy ecosystems or individual elephants’ rights to a peaceful existence. But are there only two sides to this coin? The talk will draw on some insights from a study on habitat use by elephants in the Kunene region which considered the effect of elephant foraging around waterpoints on vegetation health\, structure and diversity. \nThursday 17 July \nTime: 19h00  \nNational Botanic Research Institute\, 8 Orban Street \nRefreshments will be available afterwards \nAll welcome
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/illustrated-talk-topic-to-be-confirmed/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Illustrated talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251007
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20241030T092111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T070449Z
UID:801-1759708800-1759795199@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:World Habitat Day 2025
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-2025/
CATEGORIES:Designated days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251011
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20241030T100349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T091741Z
UID:855-1760054400-1760140799@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:Arbor Day 2025
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-2025/
CATEGORIES:Designated days
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20251010T173000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20251010T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20250924T120444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T120605Z
UID:2564-1760117400-1760130000@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:Tree Awards 2025
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: Arbor Day\, Friday 10 October 2025\nWhere: National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI). 8 Orban Street\, Windhoek \nPROGRAMME\n17h30: Introduction of award recipients & Tree of the Year 2025\, followed by an illustrated talk by Barb Curtis on “Indigenous Trees to Decorate for Christmas”\n18h30: Hand out of certificates & planting of an indigenous tree in the Botanic Garden\n19h30: Sundowners and refreshments in the garden \nCOME & JOIN US TO CELEBRATE OUR NATURAL HERITAGE !
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/tree-awards-2025/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Annual Tree Awards,Designated days,Illustrated talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20251011T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20251011T104500
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20250414T132130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T091928Z
UID:2384-1760169600-1760179500@botsoc.org.na
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-202510/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Guided walks in the Botanic Garden
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20251023T190000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20251023T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20251006T080829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T085120Z
UID:2569-1761246000-1761249600@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:Illustrated talk - The desert comes alive after the rain
DESCRIPTION:Illustrated talk by \nJessica Steyn \nTime: 19h00  \nNational Botanic Research Institute\, 8 Orban Street \nRefreshments will be available afterwards \nAll welcome
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/illustrated-talk-the-desert-comes-alive-after-the-rain/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Illustrated talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20251108T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20251108T104500
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20250414T132203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T092039Z
UID:2386-1762588800-1762598700@botsoc.org.na
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-202511/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Guided walks in the Botanic Garden
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20251206T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20251206T104500
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20251106T083315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T075442Z
UID:2645-1765008000-1765017900@botsoc.org.na
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/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Guided walks in the Botanic Garden
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260203
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20251118T135302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T135302Z
UID:2660-1769990400-1770076799@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:World Wetlands Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:World Wetlands Day is celebrated each year on 2 February to raise awareness about wetlands. This day also marks the anniversary of the Convention on Wetlands\, which was adopted as an international treaty in 1971.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/world-wetlands-day-2026/
CATEGORIES:Designated days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260214T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260214T104500
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20251114T144321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T131024Z
UID:2650-1771056000-1771065900@botsoc.org.na
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-20260214/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Guided walks in the Botanic Garden
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260219T190000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20251222T120034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T082332Z
UID:2713-1771527600-1771531200@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:Illustrated talk - Prof Ezekeil Kwembeya: "Rain Falling or Disappearing? Understanding Namibia’s Rainfall Mystery”
DESCRIPTION:Using data from 57 stations (2010–2020)\, the study finds Namibia’s rainfall is declining and unevenly distributed. Nearly 87% of months recorded under 50 mm\, with droughts in 2013\, 2015\, 2018\, and 2019. While Zambezi stayed relatively wet\, regions like Erongo and Karas dried. The findings stress urgent\, region-specific adaptation and water management strategies. \nTime: 19h00  \nNational Botanic Research Institute\, 8 Orban Street \nRefreshments will be available afterwards \nEnquiries: 081 248 7362 \nAll welcome!
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/illustrated-talk-topic-and-speaker-to-be-announced/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Illustrated talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260314T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260314T104500
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20251114T144349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T144802Z
UID:2652-1773475200-1773485100@botsoc.org.na
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260319T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260319T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20260226T071129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T173908Z
UID:2739-1773943200-1773943200@botsoc.org.na
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260321T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20251222T120637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T120637Z
UID:2718-1774080000-1774285200@botsoc.org.na
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:20260424T173635
CREATED:20251114T144420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T144844Z
UID:2655-1775894400-1775904300@botsoc.org.na
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260416T190000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260416T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20260226T071337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T064802Z
UID:2741-1776366000-1776369600@botsoc.org.na
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260417T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20260407T143507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T084242Z
UID:2787-1776434400-1776513600@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:Join Botsoc at the Living Earth Expo
DESCRIPTION:Botsoc will have a stall at the Living Earth Expo.  Come and join us. \nThe Expo is an inspiring celebration of healthy & regenerative living in Namibia. Explore practical solutions across five vital themes — Food\, Water\, Energy\, Shelter\, and Coordination — through hands-on exhibits\, expert talks\, and innovative local ideas. Whether you’re a farmer\, builder\, entrepreneur\, student\, or simply curious about a better future\, the expo offers something for everyone. Come connect\, learn\, and be part of building a thriving\, sustainable Namibia. \nThis year’s theme: Healthy Living. Healthy Food. For All. \nFor more information about the expo:  Email: chair@living-earth.africa   \nWeb: www.living-earth.africa
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/join-botsoc-at-the-living-earth-expo/
CATEGORIES:Other
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260423
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20251118T135520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T135520Z
UID:2662-1776816000-1776902399@botsoc.org.na
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260424T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260427T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20260325T065637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T084215Z
UID:2762-1777017600-1777316400@botsoc.org.na
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/
CATEGORIES:Outings and Excursions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260428T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260428T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20260407T075322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T092550Z
UID:2779-1777399200-1777406400@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:Illustrated presentation in SWAKOPMUND by Coleen Mannheimer
DESCRIPTION:18h00 in the Swakopmund Museum Lecture Hall  – Please use the side entrance \nAll welcome \nHosted by the Swakopmund Scientific Society and the Botanical Society. \nColeen Mannheimer will share her abundant knowledge and you can be sure it will be interesting\, informative and fun! \nContact Coleen on 081 127 2820  or Diana on 081 128 9031 \nRefreshments will be available afterwards. \nDonations towards expenses would be appreciated.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/illustrated-presentation-in-swakopmund-by-coleen-mannheimer/
CATEGORIES:Illustrated talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260509T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260509T104500
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20251114T144443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T071922Z
UID:2657-1778313600-1778323500@botsoc.org.na
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260521T190000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260521T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
CREATED:20260407T075751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T084157Z
UID:2781-1779390000-1779393600@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:Barb Curtis will repeat one of her previous presentations
DESCRIPTION:Due to the many holidays in May\, no new presentation will be given. However\, on our usual third Thursday\, Barb will repeat a presentation that she has given previously.   Details to follow.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/barb-curtis-will-repeat-one-of-her-previous-presentations/
CATEGORIES:Illustrated talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTSTAMP:20260424T173635
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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