Radloff Park’s beloved annual Tree Planting Day is scheduled to take place taking place at the lush surrounds on Saturday 6 May from 09:00 to 12:00.
The initiative is run by the Friends of Radloff Park (FORP) committee, a group of volunteers whose overarching aim is to protect and preserve the beautiful public space, and calls on families to spend a peaceful morning in nature to commemorate a lost loved one.
The get-together comprises the tree planting, which brings comfort and joy and establishes a lasting, living tribute to the beloved individuals and animals lost. Likewise, local organisations and businesses value the chance to donate trees for the benefit and enjoyment of future generations.
With the wonderful support of the local community, FORP hopes to plant at least 30 new trees at this year’s Tree Planting Day.
A variety of indigenous trees are available at R250 (10 l size) or R500 (20 l size), which includes a pre-dug hole, ready for participants to do the planting!
If you’re unable to attend, FORP are prepared to plant a tree on your behalf.
Full details of what to bring will be provided when ordering your tree. Unique wooden memorial plaques, lovingly handpainted by local resident Annette Fickl, are available at an additional fee.
A limited number of additional trees, to be planted by the City of Cape Town at a future date, are also up for adoption at R150 each. This includes a small cement tile and paint, to create your own signage for your tree.
Trees must be preordered by no later than Monday 24 April. To place your order, contact Judith on 082 903 8159 or judith@planetpastel.com.
Ensuring the whole family is included, FORP is also proudly hosting Radloff Park’s first ever Dogs Fun Day! An easy obstacle course promises lots of laughs for both children and adults and their pooches. Or, enter your pup in the dog show with five fun categories: Best Little One, Best Big One, Best Biscuit Catcher, Most Like Its Owner, and Fancy Dress.
Registration begins at 10:00 at the park ablution block. Entry costs R20 per obstacle team and R20 per show category, with proceeds donated to Kennels 4 a Cause.
Coffee and delicious snacks will be available for sale throughout the morning (please bring cash).
- For any additional information or general enquiries, send an email to contact friendsofradloffpark@gmail.com.
