Meerkats out and about in Claremont

The Meerkats went on a treasure hunt in Arderne Gardens at the end of July. They set off in burrows with maps and compasses to follow sound clues – waterfalls, hadedas, barking dogs and of course frogs! Finding the Treasure at a Champion Tree, racing to base and enjoying a picnic together before the rain came made for a memorable morning out. We were very fortunate thereafter to arrange an evening walk in Keurboom Park with renowned UCT frog expert, Tania Morkel. Decked out in wellies and head torches, followed by their parents, the intrepid Meerkats burrowed in the muddy streams and caught adult (but small) frogs. They learnt how to examine their gender and the importance of conserving frogs in our area. Some Meerkats just revelled in the experience of running in the park at night. Our new pups and their parents are hooked on scouting now!