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Gale force winds in the bay are common in Sept/Oct

By adminalcyone,on October 19th,2011%

The months of September and October in the Bay are usually windy with some gale force wind storms bringing into the Bay high seas and spectacular sights. On Sept 1,2008,gale force winds combined with high tides and the solstice caused swells of between seven to 12 metres into the bay….causing damages to the shore and infrastructures.

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World Rhino day

By adminalcyone,on September 21st,2011%

The 22nd is “world rhino day”,and the WWF is calling for an end to rhino poaching,which as you all know (!) threatens the survival of the rhino. South Africa which has most of the species in the world,has recently increased its protection policy with more severe prosecuting and sentencing. Nevertheless,numbers reported in the Press are indicating 287 rhinos . . . →Read More:World Rhino day

Did you know?:The Dolos

By adminalcyone,on September 20th,2011%

The “dolos” is an unusually-shaped concrete block of up to 30 tons,invented in East London,South Africa,in 1963,and found in millions around the world where protection from the effects of rough seas,current and tides is required,i.e. at harbour walls,breakwaters,shore earthworks. So,to protect a kilometer of coastline,about . . . →Read More:Did you know?:The Dolos

Did you know –St Croix Island

By adminalcyone,on August 10th,2011%

St Croix Island is the largest of 3 islands located in Algoa Bay,some 3.9km from the shore of Port Elizabeth. The 12ha Island is rocky with very little vegetation. Two old stone buildings are still remaining,used in the past by guano collectors and currently as shelter by researchers. A wooden cross replica can . . . →Read More:Did you know –St Croix Island

Billabong Pro J-Bay 2011 (14-24 July)

By adminalcyone,on July 8th,2011%

The Billabong Pro J-Bay 2011 scheduled for 14-24 July will take place at the internationally renowned Supertubes surf break in Jeffreys Bay,80km from Port Elizabeth.

This is the only African field and the 4th out of a series of 11 making up the 2011 ASP World Tour,which will crown the annual ASP World Surfing Champion,from amongst the world’s top 34 ranked . . . →Read More:Billabong Pro J-Bay 2011 (14-24 July)

Kirkwood Wildsfees:1-3 July

By adminalcyone,on June 22nd,2011%

The Eastern Cape’s fastest growing festival is turning ten this year and is celebrating …wildstyle !!

Do not miss the 2011 ABSA Kirkwood Wildsfees,from 1st July to 3 July: it is raising the bar on its winning recipe of wild activities,including live performances by top South African artists,a wine,jazz and gourmet . . . →Read More:Kirkwood Wildsfees:1-3 July

Dive festival 2011

By adminalcyone,on June 19th,2011%

The divefest 2011 has come and gone….the first one that suffered from bad bad weather…with the added effects of a full moon and winter solstice…Nevertheless,a great atmosphere…in a great spot that is Noordhoek Ski-Boat Club (wwwnsbcpe.co.za)

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