Springtime in S.A.

Spring has arrived so we took a day trip to the West Coast National Park about a 90 minute drive from the city. Traveling along the West Coast, we saw lots of critters (ostrich, zebras, springbok) and after grabbing a snack at the Spar - we headed into the park in search of the spring blooms! Flowers are smart - they only "bloom" during the most directly sunny parts of the day and thus you have to be on time for an appointment with mother nature here! We spent all day and were able to see some of them opening and closing - very cool indeed. Lots of subtle beauty to be had here!

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Every dark cloud has a silver lining.... Yippee! Spring is here!! Langebaan Lagoon
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Heading toward West Coast National Park to enjoy the spring flowers. Lovely views all day of the fields of delicate little flowers. One of many precious little flowers
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I won't bother to try to name them! Like little pinwheels! A view looking over toward Langebaan as we were now across the lagoon, in the Postberg section of the national park.
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Fiery orange Hidden dainties Catching some rays
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Feinbos flowers Spectacular rock formations! A bit of blue
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Closing up for the night. A flock of seagulls We're not sure why all these seagulls were here but it was impressive! A nice view of the Atlantic Ocean, too.
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Scenic shots at every stop More flowers A shade of red
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A tiny iris Crayola colors Hardiness
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A patch of color My favorites Another scenic
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Leaving Postberg Section - a beautiful afternoon. Sand dunes & flora The Atlantic Ocean at Tsaarsbank.
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Catchin' some waves Dune flowers Serene beach
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Sand bug. (: The shots I was waiting for... flowers & the sea! Petite flowers & seashells
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Stunning coastline views Sun sets on our spring outing as we arrived back in Cape Town.

Postberg Section of West Coast National Park
South Africa - Sept. 2005



Last updated: 9/11/05