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ABOVE: Mountain biking is one of the main attractions in the uMngeni Valley with almost
100 kms of well maintained trails, ranging from easy to technical.
Zulu hospitality for an evening), authentic catering for guests, as well as local art and beadwork for sale. These are additional ways DGC creates opportunities for those living in the valley.
The environmental education programme offers school and community groups the chance to
attend one of the learning centres
and gain practical experience and knowledge about important topics
such as water, littering and pollution, and indigenous and alien species and wildlife identification. This programme aims to inspire a generation with the hope that in the future, our river will be well respected and viewed as the lifeline that it is.
Our youth programmes encourage children from the valley to get active and immerse themselves in a positive
ABOVE: Part of the Durban Green Corridor’s work is focusing on youth and sport development at our sites.
environmental enthusiasts. International tourists particularly enjoy the cultural experiences on offer and it provides wonderful family entertainment for
a day or two. DGC offers a safe, accessible and comfortable environment for people to get out and enjoy Durban’s hidden gem. However, to sustain the project, more awareness and daily visitors are needed.
ABOVE: Wherever you go in the uMngeni Valley, the views are breathtaking. This area is just downstream of the new KwaDabeka Bridge.
activity after school hours. On offer
are mountain bike, trail running and swimming clubs and the children gain valuable soft skills such as commitment, determination and a deep respect for the environment in addition to what most would take for granted – the ability to swim. There are many water- related deaths in the valley as a majority of the communities lie on the river
and dam’s edge. DGC, in partnership with Mr Price Sport and KZN Aquatics, is helping to prevent more deaths by delivering after school lessons at the site at Inanda Dam.
DGC has attracted people with a range of interests, from adrenaline junkies looking for their next epic mountain bike ride or dramatic hike into nature, to bird lovers who will be amazed at what can be seen on ‘The Finfoot Loop’ tour, as well as
SHOW YOUR SUPPORT
You can support the project by signing up to the monthly newsletter at www.durbangreencorridor.co.za or booking one of the many tours on offer. You can also show your support by following the project via its social media platforms and spreading the word through your friends and family.
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thola: VOLUME 17. 2014/15