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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241012
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20241030T093845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T063728Z
UID:819-1728604800-1728691199@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:Arbor Day 2024
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-2024/
CATEGORIES:Designated days
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20241011T173000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20241011T173000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20241030T092418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T063309Z
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SUMMARY:Tree Awards 2024
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited to celebrate Arbor Day with us\, and honour people who have gone out of their way to protect and promote Namibia’s valuable woody plants\, at the annual Tree Awards ceremony. \nWhere: National Botanical Research Institute\, 8 Orban Street (up the hill from Windhoek High School) \nWhen: Friday 11 October 2024 \nProgramme: 17h30 – Introduction of award recipients plus Tree of the Year 2024\, followed by “Celebrating Trees”\, an illustrated talk by Barb Curtis on Namibia’s “Big Five” trees and the importance of indigenous trees.  In the lecture room.  \n18h30 – Hand out of certificates & planting of a tree in the Botanic Garden \n19h30 – Sundowners and refreshments in the garden
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/tree-awards-2024/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Annual Tree Awards,Illustrated talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20241012T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20241012T104500
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20241030T091217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T153207Z
UID:793-1728720000-1728729900@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:Spring in the Garden: 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?\nEntry fee is N$20 for non-members; members of the Society and children have free entry. 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-202410/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Guided walks in the Botanic Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20241024T190000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20241024T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20241030T090216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T063150Z
UID:789-1729796400-1729800000@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:An illustrated talk by Dr Morteza DJAMALI on the hidden diversity of liverworts\, primitive plants inhabiting ephemeral wetlands
DESCRIPTION:Discovering the hidden part of plant biodiversity in drylands; the case  of the liverwort family of Riellaceae. An illustrated talk by Dr Morteza DJAMALI from CNRS\, France. \nThis will be on the fourth Thursday of October (not the usual third)\, 24th of October.  Usual time\, 19h00. NBRI lecture room. \nAbstract: New plant taxa are continuously discovered worldwide at the species\, genus\, and family levels.  Liverworts are descendants of some of the first plants to move from water onto land. They are very simple\, tiny plants\, generally restricted to wetter environments.  Here\, we present an example of one of the least-known liverwort families\, the Riellaceae\, which is native to semi-arid and Mediterranean bioclimatic regions of the world\, characterised by a marked seasonal rainfall regime. Almost all species  are part of the ‘hidden biodiversity’ in that they grow and expand rapidly within specific wetland environments in arid and semi-arid regions. Only the search for their spores buried in sediments and their cultivation in laboratory greenhouses can help unravel their presence in many seasonal wetlands. However\, such seasonal wetlands are threatened in many parts of the world due to both global climate change and anthropogenic activities. Scientists believe that many Riellaceae species have yet to be discovered. With one recorded species already identified\, Namibia\, characterised by its arid climate and numerous ephemeral and seasonal wetlands\, is one of the potential countries harbouring multiple species of  Riellaceae.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/an-illustrated-talk-by-dr-morteza-djamali-on-the-hidden-diversity-of-liverworts-primitive-plants-inhabiting-ephemeral-wetlands/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Illustrated talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20241109T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20241109T104500
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20241029T125039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T073352Z
UID:782-1731139200-1731149100@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?\nEntry fee is N$20 for non-members; members of the Society and children have free entry. 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_202411/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Guided walks in the Botanic Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20241207T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20241207T104500
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20241030T102243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T070114Z
UID:890-1733558400-1733568300@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:Guided walk in the Botanic Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the last BotSoc event of the year. \nWhen and where?\nDue to upcoming holidays\, this December walk is on the first Saturday of the month. \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?\nEntry fee is N$20 for non-members; members of the Society and children have free entry. 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-202412/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Guided walks in the Botanic Garden
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250107
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20250203T074555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T074555Z
UID:2318-1733702400-1736207999@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:Festive Season 2024-2025
DESCRIPTION:The CAPP (committee) of Botsoc wishes all members and friends a very peaceful\, safe and enjoyable festive season.  We will not be hosting any more activities this year.  Our first activity for 2025 will be a guided walk in the Botanical Garden on 8 February.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/festive-season-2024-2025/
CATEGORIES:Other
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250203
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20241030T100229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T063924Z
UID:853-1738454400-1738540799@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:World Wetlands Day 2025
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-2025/
CATEGORIES:Designated days
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250216T070000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250216T100000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20250129T150513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T064508Z
UID:2308-1739689200-1739700000@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:Guided walk on Farm Windhoek
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Farm Windhoek on Sunday.  After the rains there are lots of lovely flowers. Barb Curtis\, Frances Chase and Manda Steynberg will show you some of them.  Stay afterwards for coffee\, cooldrink\, snacks at the coffee shop. If you want to learn more about the amazing plants of the Khomas Hochland\, relevant books will be on sale (discount to Botsoc members). \nMeet at the Otjivero St entrance in Kleine Kuppe. Entrance to farm is N$50 for under 60s.  FoC to seniors. No guiding fee will be charged\, but Botsoc would appreciate a donation. \n 
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/guided-walk-on-farm-windhoek/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250220T190000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20241209T081017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T104231Z
UID:2290-1740078000-1740081600@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:Endemic plants of the Sperrgebiet - What are their chances?
DESCRIPTION:An illustrated talk by Dr Antje Burke \nShe will explain the why\, what and where of plant endemism in the Tsau ǁKhaeb (Sperrgebiet) National Park. She will also review their chances of surviving the onslaught of multiple industrial and tourism developments\, climate change and the intricate interactions and possible consequences  that may follow. \n  \nDownload “a photographic guide to endemic plants of the Sperrgebiet\, as well as a series of posters.“
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/illustrated-talk/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Illustrated talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250308T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250308T104500
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20241209T075434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T152852Z
UID:2286-1741420800-1741430700@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:Guided walk in the Botanic Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first BotSoc event of the new year. \nWhen 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-mar8/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Guided walks in the Botanic Garden
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250313T180000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250313T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20250227T101450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T140635Z
UID:2352-1741888800-1741896000@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:Botsoc AGM & Illustrated talk: Plants that greet you
DESCRIPTION:“Plants that greet you”\nby BARB CURTIS\nBarb will introduce you to a few plant genera and families that are easy to recognise\, and point out a few pitfalls. \nRefreshments after the talk. \nNBRI Lecture Room\nNational Botanical Research Institute (NBRI)\,\n8 Orban street\, opposite WHS sports fields \n  \nYou can download the Chairperson’s report for the period January – December 2024 here.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/illustrated-talk-plants-that-greet-you/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Illustrated talks,Other
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250412T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250412T104500
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20250314T075740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T153059Z
UID:2364-1744444800-1744454700@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:Guided walk in the Botanic Garden
DESCRIPTION:Guided walk with Leon Lubbe\, specialist on grasses. \nWhen 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-202504/
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:20250417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250418
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20250414T140809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T140941Z
UID:2388-1744848000-1744934399@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:No talk in April - Happy Easter!
DESCRIPTION:Due to the Easter weekend we won’t be having an illustrated talk in April. We look forward to seeing you again after Easter.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/no-talk-in-april-happy-easter/
CATEGORIES:Illustrated talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250423
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20241030T101027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T105033Z
UID:865-1745280000-1745366399@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:Earth Day 2025
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-2025/
CATEGORIES:Designated days
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250429
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20250307T142731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T143041Z
UID:2359-1745539200-1745884799@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:Windhoek Bioblitz
DESCRIPTION:Join us to record all the natural history of Windhoek and surrounding areas on the weekend of 25 to 28 April.  You don’t need to know a lot. All you need is a cell phone and a camera. It’s fun and it’s educational\, and it contributes to our knowledge of the fauna and flora of Namibia. For further details contact Silke Rugheimer 081 220 6994.  No costs involved.
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/windhoek-bioblitz/
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250510T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250510T104500
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20250414T131645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T153013Z
UID:2372-1746864000-1746873900@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-202505/
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:20250522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250523
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20241030T101337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T063909Z
UID:871-1747872000-1747958399@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:International Day for Biological Diversity 2025
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-2025/
CATEGORIES:Designated days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250606
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20241030T101533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T063902Z
UID:875-1749081600-1749167999@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:World Environment Day 2025
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-2025/
CATEGORIES:Designated days
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250614T083000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250614T104500
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20250414T131737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T153004Z
UID:2374-1749889800-1749897900@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-202506/
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:20250617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250618
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20241030T101735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T063853Z
UID:881-1750118400-1750204799@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought 2025
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-2025/
CATEGORIES:Designated days
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250619T190000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250619T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20250602T074122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T152639Z
UID:2393-1750359600-1750363200@botsoc.org.na
SUMMARY:An illustrated talk by Silke Rügheimer: Indigenous alternatives to alien plants for gardens
DESCRIPTION:Time: 19h00. NBRI lecture room. National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI)\, 8 Orban street\, opposite WHS sports fields. \nEnquiries: 081 248 7362
URL:https://botsoc.org.na/event/an-illustrated-talk-by-silke-rugheimer-indigenous-alternatives-to-alien-plants-for-gardens/
LOCATION:8 Orban Street\, National Botanical Gardens\, Windhoek\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Illustrated talks
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250712T083000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250712T104500
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20250414T131853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T072046Z
UID:2377-1752309000-1752317100@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-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:20260425T170321
CREATED:20250702T123049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T115253Z
UID:2411-1752778800-1752782400@botsoc.org.na
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250809T083000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250809T104500
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250821T190000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250821T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
CREATED:20250704T114818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T073250Z
UID:2417-1755802800-1755806400@botsoc.org.na
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:20260425T170321
CREATED:20250707T151018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T151435Z
UID:2426-1756598400-1756684799@botsoc.org.na
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:20260425T170321
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250913T083000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250913T104500
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250918T190000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20250918T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T170321
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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