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June 2009 Blog Posts (6)

QUESTIONS - MASS SHOOTING OF BEACHED WHALES IN KOMMETJIE, CAPE TOWN -

Doyou have any questions regarding the mass shooting of beached whales in Kommetjie and Noordhoek on the 30th of May 2009?

1."Mass euthanasie of whales is a RARE occurrence" and is only used as a last resort when whales strand themselves on relatively remote beaches. IWC58: Welfare on whale killing methods and associated welfare issues;euthanasia of stranded ceteceans in New Zealand.

2. Does South Africa have an operations procedure for a mass beaching of… Continue

Added by Liesel James on June 29, 2009 at 9:58pm — No Comments

Fish Hoek Clean up Saturday 13 June

Little Green Fingers and Fish Hoek Nippers had a fantastic turnout of 66 children even though it was raining and a long weekend. It is great to know that there are so many Eco Warriors out there. Golden River Spur Manager Sean handed out T-shirts with both Eco Warrior and LGF logos on it.

These nature warriors put their t-shirts on, grabbed bags and headed for the beach, dunes and streets in the stormy weather.

The feedback from the public was very positive. Many… Continue

Added by Liesel James on June 29, 2009 at 9:30pm — No Comments

In Spirit of the Whales - 7 June 2009

In Spirit of the whales, by Liesel James 15 June 2009

Little Green Fingers, a children’s environmental group, joined the Noordhoek Conservancy in their tree planting event on Sunday 7 June. Due to the tragic death of the whales on 30 May, Little Green Fingers dedicated their trees in honor of the whales.

The morning of June started off with a light drizzle but cleared to be a beautiful colorful day with a great turnout of adults and children alike. Everyone arrived… Continue

Added by Liesel James on June 17, 2009 at 8:00am — 1 Comment

In Honor of the Whales - , Kommetjie 30 May 2009

Dear Little Friends,

We are feeling very sad about the whales that lost their way and beached on the beach Saturday, 30 May 2009. Civilians were great in helping and I am so grateful for every one's contribution in and out of the water yesterday. As our mission as nature protectors we must insist on a Plan of Action because there is a very good chance it is going to happen again. There were possibilities yesterday, but resources and lack of experience in SA was a problem. The…

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Added by Liesel James on June 15, 2009 at 12:30pm — No Comments

Noordhoek Clean-Up 22 March Feedback

Dear Little Green Fingers,

Well done and thank you to everyone, children and parents for your great participation in our first clean up event. It was a great turn out and we have made such a difference all ready.

Spur is very proud to be part of Little Green Fingers campaigning for everyone to start taking green responsibility. We have lots more bags to fill sponsored by Waste Control.

A special thanks to NEAG, Camp Far Away and great friends, Carmen Lorraine… Continue

Added by Liesel James on June 15, 2009 at 11:00am — No Comments

Kids Taking Action - Noordhoek Clean Up 22 March2009 - initiated by Talah James

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February 2009 Issue 1

New childrens climate change group starting in Noordhoek

Dear Little Green Friends,

A warm and hearty welcome to all! My six year old daughter Talah called for action and wanted to start a Clean Up South Africa day because she is worried about climate change and suggested to educate all citizens to make earth-friendly changes to their lives by firstly cleaning up around…

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Added by Liesel James on June 15, 2009 at 11:00am — No Comments

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