A heartfelt Christmas message celebrating camaraderie, adventure, and remembrance — wishing all Trekkers a peaceful festive season and a bright year ahead.

TORC Laager 15 campers gathered in Klipriver Tulbagh for a fun-filled weekend of laughter, music, and heartfelt camaraderie.

Description: A weekend that had it all, wind, laughter, beach walks, braais, and a whole lot of adventure!

A weekend of sunshine, celebration, and togetherness at Stillewaters! From wine tasting and delicious progressive dinners to birthday cake and dancing under the stars, Laager 21 marked its 25th birthday with joy, laughter, and unforgettable memories.

A Fun-filled weekend at Goudini with sunshine, laughter, campfires, and unforgettable moments! From Tequila Day to Carbs Showdown, Trekker families came together to share stories, songs, and plenty of bread. A celebration of warmth, camaraderie, and adventure under the stars.

The Bergenwater Caravan Park newsletter highlights a lively weekend of quizzes, games, and sports. From Friday night laughter-filled trivia to Saturday's energetic Seniors' Sports Day, campers of all ages enjoyed the team spirit, challenges, and unforgettable memories.

Senior members aged 75 and over will be exempt from trailer and fire master duties, allowing them to continue enjoying outings while sharing their knowledge and camaraderie. The duty list will be adjusted, and this decision will be reviewed at the 2026 AGM.

Catch up on the past few months with Laager 8! From a rained-out Gaanzekraal trip, to a breezy but enjoyable weekend at Berg River Resort, and finally a muddy but fun-filled getaway at Kleine Paradys – here’s a roundup of our latest adventures.

From beach walks to fireside chats, Laager 15 enjoyed a memorable weekend at Palmiet in Kleinmond, celebrating friendship, good food, and a special induction ceremony.

What an unforgettable weekend at Green Fountain! Laager 9 & Laager 18 came together for a jam-packed camping experience filled with laughter, great food, and even better company. Friday night kicked off with fires blazing, burgers on the braai, and plenty of fun despite a sudden thunderstorm. Saturday brought fresh excitement with the Mansfield Game Walk, spotting wildlife and enjoying breathtaking views. The day was topped off with ice-cold beers and pizza in Port Alfred — the perfect ending to an active day! Not forgetting the brave souls who took the Chilly Dip, proving once again that adventure is best shared together.

A hidden gem is all we can describe it as, well it doesn’t help when you arrive at night and can’t see a thing.

7 Families arrived safely at Nieshoutkloof farm on Friday 18th July 2025, the De Wet family were the first campers to arrive.

Feedback From July at Nieshoutkloof 2025

Discover the world and create memories!

Friday evening after everyone had set up, Flu vaccines were given to all by Sr Graaf lol followed by hot Butternut Soup, Chicken&Corn Soup with home baked bread.

Tulbagh, the fourth oldest town in South Africa, was officially established in 1743. The valley was discovered in 1658, and the area began to be settled by farmers in 1699. The town developed around the building of the museum church in 1743.

Staying Secure in South Africa’s Wild Outdoors

Tips and Advice for an Unforgettable Adventure

Making Family Camping Trips a Breeze

It is our jobs to protect our kids now and think of how the sun can effect them in the future years.

Cleaning your sleeping bag is important for hygiene, comfort, durability, maintaining performance, health, odor control, and preventing mold and mildew.

This modern approach not only reduces the time required to pitch your tent but also eliminates any guesswork.

A Pet First Aid Kit is the first step in being prepared should an animal emergency happen.

If youre looking to hit the road with your canine companion or feline friend, follow this advice to make the trip as smooth as possible.

Been able to camp with their pets is important to many people who go camping.

Over the past ten years, we've undertaken many trips with our caravan and Rambo, our well behaved Miniature Doberman.

When you and your family get back home after a camping weekend or holiday, you're all tired and want to unpack the car and caravan as fast as possible.

It is very much up to all of us to provide safe, reliable and efficient means of protecting ourselves and our property.

Just consider just how small an ant is, then it isn't surprising that they manage to sneak into your caravan, tent or camper van from tiny nooks and crannies.

Weight distribution in a caravan is very important. It makes the difference between a comfortable ride and a feeling of tiredness when one reaches the end estination.

A little while ago, while camping on the South Coast, we saw a retired camper allowing his grand-daughter to hand feed the vervet monkeys with bread.

A little research beforehand can prevent disappointment, and ensure a good time - for everyone.