From my chair:
Dear all
It gives me great delight to tell you that Greg and Cheryl Devine were made Honorary Life Members of the South Cape Section at a very well-attended social gathering on 6 August. Space on this page and their own modesty precludes listing their contributions over the years. Suffice it to say that the Section wouldn’t be what it is today without their long-standing involvement, and it’s a real pleasure to recognise them in this way.
I’m also pleased to announce that, under the leadership of Galeo Saintz, our Section has formed an Access and Bolting Committee. Its purpose is to help negotiate access for climbing and bolting across the South Cape region, for the benefit of all climbers. Current members of the Committee are Galeo, Josh Ponelat and myself. More details re plans will follow in due course.
The latest UIAA newsletter can be found here: https://mailchi.mp/theuiaa/uiaa-newsletter-august26?e=b6388d25b0 – there’s a link to the organisation’s annual report; and those of you contemplating a European trip may want to take a look at the great opportunities and discounts applicable to mountain huts for MCSA members.
You’ll recall that conservation management is one of the five Objectives of the MCSA, and I do look forward to seeing some of you at the Hacking Meet that Donovan has planned for 4-6 September.
I’ll end with another gentle nag (Werner is still waiting for some of you to send him your portrait).
‘til another time
Gary Cundill
chair@scp.mcsa.org.za