Education

Botanical Gardens worldwide are the leaders in environmental education. In fact Environmental education forms a crucial component for continued survival on this planet. No matter what the arguments, Man cannot survive without nature, and many of the problems facing humanity today: Starvation, thirst, extreme weather, global warming and disease are all a direct result of the destruction of our natural environment. It is imperative that the general population be made aware of this plight and be given incentives to work toward a unified vision of a healthy earth.

The GRBG is the ideal outdoor classroom, where people can interface with nature. It is an area where people are exposed to the flora and fauna of the southern cape, where they can see for themselves its beauty and versatility. It is a primary goal of the GRBG to develop, in conjunction with local schools, a curriculum based education programme. We would like to offer this programme to every single school in the region and give all learners an opportunity to benefit from education offered at the GRBG.

The GRBG and Southern cape Herbarium often host school groups and students from the community. All are welcome. If you would like to take part in a learning experience at the GRBG feel free to contact us on (044) 8741558
or email: www.scherb@pixie.co.za