Wetlands

Dikes, Delta Works and Neeltje Jans

Holland has an intimate relationship with water; claiming land where there is none to be found, and waging war against angry seas. Continue reading

Muzi Pan Canoeing – Zulu Culture, Hippos, Wetland Creatures

Canoeing at Muzi Pan is an incredible experience ... not knowing when/if a crocodile or hippo will pop up next to your canoe. Temba, the guide, offers a wonderful cultural interpretation of the area and wildlife. Continue reading

Brief glimpse into ice sailing

The Netherlands experienced another record warm year in 2007. But in the week before Christmas, the temperatures plummeted. On the 21st of December, it even dropped to minus 8 deg Celcius. Brrr. Winter water sport enthusiasts were enthralled.

We hope you enjoy this brief glimpse into “hard water sailing” and read more about it further down the page. Continue reading

Stress Break in the Oostvaardersplassen

We live next to a Dutch wetlands nature reserve, called the Oostvaardersplassen (lakes of the East-farers, roughly translated). It’s totally peaceful and home to a multitude of bird species and wild animals like beavers, roe deer, red deer, heck cows and wild horses.

This video is our first foray into making films. Hee hee. It’s great fun looking back at our first attempt. Hope you enjoy it too, and the beautiful marshlands. Continue reading

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