KLIPRIVIERSBERG NATURE RESERVE ASSOCIATION:

The KNRA was established in October 1981, and was instrumental in having the farm Rietvlei officially proclaimed as a nature reserve in 1984. The initial function of the KNRA was that of an interest group. However, due to lack of official interest in the area, they soon found themselves acting as self-appointed managers. This situation persisted until 1999 when Johannesburg City Parks (JCP) was established. JCP subsequently took over management of the reserve. Today the KNRA not only acts in an advisory capacity to JCP but is involved at all levels in the day-to-day management, maintenance and promotion of the reserve.

The Association is registered as a non-profit organisation with the Department of Social Development and as a public benefit organisation with the South African Revenue Service. Membership is free and income is derived from donations, sponsorships and fund raising activities. The activities of the association are governed by a Constitution which provides for an executive committee to be elected at each Annual General Meetings. The executive committee, in turn, elects office bearers consisting of a Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer. The books and records of the association are subject to audit by independent auditors and audited financial statements are prepared and presented to members at the AGM.

The aims of the association are to:

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 Represent the views of its members
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 Assist all relevant authorities and the public, concerning every aspect of the reserve.
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 Mobilise public support for the conservation and development of the reserve.
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 Encourage the conservation of indigenous vegetation, bird, mammal, invertebrate, amphibian and reptile life.
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 Preserve structures of historical, geological and archaeological interest.
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 Compile comprehensive records of all aspects of the reserve.
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 Liaise and share knowledge with liked minded associations.
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 Encourage an awareness of conservation.

The KNRA seeks to make the reserve available for outdoor experience, recreational, educational and cultural activities to all members of the community particularly those who cannot afford these activities at the more expensive tourist resorts. The KNRA will strive to preserve the reserve for the benefit of future generations.