We are not the only family living at Phillipskop. We have an owl box in the eaves of our roof that is occupied by a family of barn owls. There are two parents and we believe two chicks, although sightings are difficult as they only start stirring once it is…
This is a blog from our first trip to the cave. Click here to find out about Phillipskop Cave and heritage site now. Paths have been built and the walk only takes 30-40 minutes. We have been on our first expedition to our cave. We took a track as far…
The name duiker derives from the Dutch word for diving. A reference to the animals tendency to bolt for cover at the first sign of danger. It is an appropriate name for when one comes across them walking in the bush, this is generally what they will do if they…
We have finally arrived at Phillipskop. The views alone assure us that this will be a place that people will want to visit but as we start to explore the reserve, we can see the potential of what is to come. Although we have moved into the main house, the…
