Location: South Africa » Kwazulu Natal » Drakensberg » Central Drakensberg » Giants CastleSURREPTITIOUS AUSTRALIAN DOG INVASION The unprecedented addition of seventeen Australian cattle dogs in the valley has brought about vehement protests from the highly secretive Save Us From The Aussies Association (SUFTAA). Ten puppies were born (and have all been sold for R1000ea.)on Defence farm and seven on Sans Souci farm. The editor approached Rick Johnson with the protest against this apparently invasive unindigeneous dog type. He said "Certainly. They don't like indigeneous." Asked whether they had any special skills: "They herd and they munch." The editor approached Bryan Bode, Kamberg's leading authority on all things not belonging to home soil; ED: Would you say these dogs are invasive and do they constitute a threat to local breeds? BB: They are exotic to say the least, but whether they pose any threat to Jackal and KD's (the only sort of indigeneous dog types localy) is questionable. In an obvious conciliatory act, responding to SUFTAA's appeal, an unmentionable man drowned all his Ausy cattle dogs when they were born white. Upon finding that the pups turn black after a week he cried out in despair; "I'm going to kill those SUFTAA guys!" COOL THINGS TO DO IN THE KAMBERG #88 Qauding the 'Attiebahn' A well balanced track with smart corners and open throttle straights. It gives a wonderful gravel purchase for two wheel manouvers and cornering. Carrying a 9,25 difficulty rating (KCR Kamberg Coffin Rating) not so much for the course but the obstacles: evade the shotgun blasts, negotiate the breakneck speedbumps, fend off demonic sheepdogs, skirt the buckets of boiling oil, and lastly; survive the full wrath of Attie's verbal onslaught - Enjoy SPORT IN THE KAMBERG BASS CLASSIC: Franco 'The Italian Stallion' Esposito was disturbed at his home in the exclusive (039) area this past weekend to comment on the upcoming bass classic: He said people as far as Estcourt have been denied entrance to this exclusive event although contestants from Mooiriver are allowed. Asked to comment on the rumour that there is only one team entered, he replied that the rumour was based on horticultural rice fields and had no place in a modern society, where nitrates play such an integral fiddle. There are nine teams entered from the Kamberg so far with all the promises of more teams joining the rush. Asked about his particular strategy for the day he intoned that lubrucation of the larynx might possibly distinguish the top teams. CRICKET: JS Menni did not appear at the SHCI this past Thursday due to complicated weather patterns emerging from waving tree branches. Rowan van Aardt hinted that JS and an entire posse of team members will be making their advances at the Horse this upcoming Thursday. The panel of selectors will also be naming the team to play the NRSF on the 3rd of December at Clifton Primary. RUNNING: There was still no competative running this week. Speaking to Pulliver Hoaks, board member of the Kamberg Athletic Cooperative (KAC), the impression was got that the conditions of the road in front of Meshlynn was to blame. RUGBY: The editor approached the Kamberg Colt Rugby coach, Oom 'Hendrik' Hennie, and asked him how he fancied his teams chances against the Sringboks in next weeks clash. He winked slyly and said that the plan is to play rugby, and that should just about be the undoing of the Bokke.

Accommodation in and around Giants Castle

Antbear Guest House accommodation in Giants Castle
The Antbear Guesthouse is a thatched, whitewashed cottage built high on a natural platform overlooking the Bushmans River and Giants Castle. This cottage is a bit off the beaten track and is more of an insider tip than just another bed and breakfast.... More

Giant's Castle Camp (Giants Castle Game Reserve) accommodation in Giants Castle
Giant's Castle Game Reserve in the central region of the uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park takes its name from the silhouette of the peaks and escarpment that resemble the profile of a sleeping giant. Wild flowers of the Drakensberg is the design them... More

Sycamore Avenue Treehouse Lodge accommodation in Giants Castle
Sycamore Avenue Treehouses are situated at Hidcote, between Mooi River and Estcourt, within sight of the Drakensberg. We have five eccentric and romantic ‘Treehouses’; all are made by hand from local woods by the ingenious sculptor Bruce ... More

Wild Berry Guest Farm accommodation in Giants Castle
On the Giants Castle Rd. Wild Berry, set in the heart of the Drakensberg is a birdwatchers dream. An ideal base to discover the local attractions, explore the farm or enjoy a game of chess or have a quiet (romantic) break. A unique experience.Set in ... More

Old Rearsby Farm Cottages accommodation in Giants Castle
We are an established 4* bed and breakfast located outside Mooi river on the Hlatikulu road towards Giants Castle catering for guests who are in search of comfortable Country Style hospitality and living. Our humble, but luxury home consists of 5 pri... More

Injisuthi Camp accommodation in Giants Castle
Injisuthi is in the northern section of the Giant's Castle area of the Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park.This hutted camp is cradled between the Injisuthi and Cowl Fork rivers at the head of the Injisuthi Valley. It is surrounded by magnificent scenery... More

National Heritage Nature Park accommodation in Giants Castle
The luxury, self-catering cottage overlooks a well-stocked trout dam and consists of two double bedrooms (one en-suite), two bathrooms and a loft room with four bunk beds. The open-plan design of the kitchen/dining room/lounge presents breathtaking v... More

Heronmoor Cottage accommodation in Giants Castle
Nestled in a tranquil valley in the Kamberg region of KwaZulu Natal, and enjoying stunning views of the Giants Castle and the Drakensberg mountains. Heronmoor is the perfect place to take a break.Our self catering cottages makea wonderful base,... More

Providence, No. 5 Giants Castle Road. accommodation in Giants Castle
Cosy, comfortable fully equipped self-catering farm cottage. Large open plan lounge/diningroom with underfloor heating and fireplace. Two en-suite bedrooms, both with heated bathrooms (one with bath, second with shower). One has... More

Naval Hill accommodation in Giants Castle
Experience the culture of the Navy in a different manner!!! Luxury cabins fit for Admirals, overlooking the tranquil waters of the Mooi River. Listen to the call of the Fish-Eagle, hunting atop the water; watch the Egyptian Geese flying above and sou... More

White Mountain Lodge accommodation in Giants Castle
Nestled in an idyllic valley in the foothills of the Giant's Castle Nature Reserve in the Central Drakensberg region of KwaZulu-Natal, White Mountain Lodge is not only serious about providing a relaxing stress-free holiday destination, but also a... More

Providence, No. 5 Giants Castle Road. accommodation in Giants Castle
A fully equipped self-catering venue, set in the beautiful KWA-ZULU NATAL MIDLANDS and CENTRAL DRAKENSBERG district. Only 3,5 km the town of MOOI RIVER and 6km from the N3 National Road, on the famous and popular MIDLANDS MEANDER ARTS & CRA... More

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