MCSA Jhb Section

21/09/2026

21/09/2026

31/08/2026

🚨Save these numbers before your next adventure!

⛰️August update: Here are the updated regional emergency numbers Mountain Club of SA - Search And Rescue.

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02/06/2026

MEMBER TALK TONIGHT

An MCSA Seed Collection of Endangered Plants
Kaleigh Murray, who did her PhD on climate-linked population declines of Quiver Trees, has identified four plants from the Magaliesberg that she is going to start a scientific collection on. What made her decide on those four? And what is conservation best practice for collecting & maintaining plant collections?

Come hear about the science behind the “conservation doing”. The project requires volunteers to help collect, sort, germinate the seeds, then plant out the seedlings. This means hiking the Magaliesberg with a purpose other than just hiking like a treadmill, but stopping to check for ripe seeds. How many are in the population where one collects the seed? Bring all your questions on this restoration project.

Date: Tuesday, 02 June 2026
Venue: CityROCK Johannesburg
Time: 18h30 for 19h00

01/06/2026

BOOK LAUNCH
Great Rock Climbs of the Western Cape – By Tony Lourens

A coffee table publication featuring a selection of 75 world-class traditional climbs in South Africa. A collection of the finest routes across the country’s largest and most mountainous province. It showcases the beauty of our land, the heartbeat of our mountains and the deep history of rock climbing in South Africa – with fascinating tales on each climb, written by prominent climbers, brought to life by captivating images from some of the country’s leading photographers.

The Guidebook comes out as the companion to the coffee table book. A publication that includes all the routes in the big book but in guidebook format – with detailed RDs, topos, diagrams and all the access, approach and descent information you will need to go out and climb these routes.

Both books will be published simultaneously and will yield an unprecedented first in South African mountain literature.

When: Wednesday, 10 June 2026
Where: Robin Hills Scout Hall, Randburg
Time: 18h30 for 19h30

Get your personalised copy. Special prices on launch night only. Slip-case limited editions also available. A1 Mountainscape mounted canvas print for raffle.

29/05/2026

Champion a property ~ Lead a hike!

Are you passionate about one of our MCSA properties?
Share your love for the outdoors by leading a hike!

This is a fantastic opportunity to introduce fellow members to hidden gems and trails they might not know about. Whether it's a scenic route, a challenging climb, or a peaceful stroll, your leadership can inspire others to explore and enjoy our beautiful properties.

Step up, champion a property, and help us build a stronger, more connected hiking community!

Contact Nicky ([email protected]) to volunteer or learn more.
Let’s hit the trails together!

28/05/2026

UPCOMING MCSA Jhb Section MEETS

30 May:🥾 HIKING - Ysterhout Kloof
Join Kat and Andreas for a relaxed, family-friendly day out exploring Ysterhout Kloof. Expect an easy-going hike with beautiful scenery
02 - 08 Jun:🥾🧗 HIKING & CLIMBING - Hamerkop Camp
Enjoy the peace, tranquility and magnificent Magaliesberg views of this rustic mountain retreat overlooking Hamerkop Kloof.
06 Jun: 🌱 LAND & ACCESS - Grootkloof Firebreak Maintenance
Firebreaks keep the peace between neighbours, especially during our dry winters.
06 & 07 Jun: 🧗 TRAD CLIMBING - Hamerkop Trad Weekend
Join Roger for two full days of trad climbing while staying over at the Hamerkop Hut.
09 - 15 Jun: 🌱 LAND & ACCESS - Hamerkop Work Week
An opportunity to spend some time at the exclusive Hamerkop Hut.
13 - 16 Jun: 🧗 SPORT CLIMBING - Wellington's Dome
Take the Monday off, and get a full 4 days of sport climbing in a unique climbing venue, only four hours out of Joburg.
13 - 14 Jun: 🧗 TRAD CLIMBING - Trad @ Tonquani
Join Bennie and Tony for a weekend of trad climbing at the Tonquani Complex following the Tony's book launch
16 Jun: 🌱 CONSERVATION - Trident
Join Darragh, our brilliant mountain professor and get access to the restricted Trident property for an epic day of science and adventure!
20 Jun:🥾 HIKING - Cedarberg Kloof
Join William and Yolande for an easy day hike as we explore the wonderful rock garden that makes up our Cedarberg property

To join these meets, join the WhatsApp groups via the Community Bulletin to RSVP and for more details.

14/05/2026

Protecting our mountain heritage is a collective effort. By becoming a member of Jhb Section and supporting our conservation initiatives, you contribute to the long-term protection of some of South Africa’s most breathtaking and ecologically significant landscapes. Join our efforts so that future generations can continue to explore, climb, and appreciate these incredible natural spaces.

This piece of prose, beautifully composed by ⁠Tjaka Segooa, gives a real sense of what our amazing volunteers do on conservation and maintenance meets, and the far-reaching impact their work has.

06/05/2026

Celebrating 75 years of the Mountain Club of SA - Eastern Province Section.

The Mountain Club of South Africa's National Camp takes place annually in a different part of the country each year.
The 2026 edition took place at Bucklands Farm in the Eastern Cape and celebrated MCSA Eastern Province's 75th anniversary.

Attended by 130 mountain climbers and hikers from around the country, the Camp was a wonderful success and afforded members the opportunity to experience the mountains and wilderness of the Karoo.