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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260411T080000
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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
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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;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260417T140000
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260422
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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
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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/
CATEGORIES:Outings and Excursions
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Windhoek:20260428T180000
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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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