Central Athletics Nature Run 2023

ABOUT

Central Athletics would like to invite you to enjoy a unique running or walking experience through the scenic False Bay Nature Reserve Headquarters in Zeekoevlei.

The event takes place on Tuesday, 26 December 2023 (Boxing Day) in a scenic controlled environment to ensure that you enjoy a safe and unforgettable experience in nature in your own backyard.

Click here for directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/2qyXxT9eGQcKsaDZA

The entry fee for the 10km is R100 and the 5km Fun Run R50. Temporary license fees cost R45 for adults and R25 for juniors.

ROUTE: The route will be clearly marked with kilometer boards and directional arrows from start to finish. Please note this is CARRY YOUR OWN RACE. There will be ONE REFRESHMENT station where water will be supplied at the 5km mark of the 10km which is also the halfway mark of the 5km.

Medals will be awarded to all finishers!

Further details will be sent to all entrants in the course of the week leading up to the race.

We are looking forward to seeing you on Tuesday, 26 December 2023 to experience the magnificent sights and sounds of the False Bay Nature Reserve.

For any race enquiries please contact: Adnaan Mohamed or check our website at www.centralatheltics.co.za or email [email protected]. 

About

The False Bay Nature Reserve is situated between False Bay and Table Bay, 23 kilometers from Cape Town’s city center. It consists of about 50% permanent wetland and 49% terrestrial vegetation. It contains two lakes, Rondevlei, which is a protected area reserve, and Zeekoevlei which is a residential area and popular yachting, canoeing, and windsurfing venue. Both lakes support large populations of waterbirds including pelicans and flamingoes.

The reserve is home to 241 bird species and 256 species of indigenous plants including two endemic plant species currently listed as extinct in the wild, namely Erica turgida and Erica verticillata.

Recreational activities such as fishing, water sports, and picnics are also offered.

The False Bay Nature Reserve consists of six parts: Rondevlei Section, Zeekoevlei Section, Strandfontein Birding Section, Pelican Park Section, Slangetjiebos Section, and Zandwolf Coastal Section. The reserve is also part of the greater False Bay Ecology Park.

Concerned bird lovers established Rondevlei as a bird sanctuary in 1952.

Today, it is a well-run nature reserve of 290 hectares in extent with a museum, an auditorium, a network of footpaths, viewing towers, and several bird hides named after well-known birders.

There is a permanent wetland with Cape Flats sand fynbos to the north, and seasonal wetlands and Cape Flats dune strandveld in the south.

Directions to the False Bay Nature Reserve in Zeekoevlei: Co-ordinates: https://maps.app.goo.gl/2qyXxT9eGQcKsaDZA