Welcome to Somerset West Bird Club

Upcoming Events
February 2025 – Delheim Estate
On February 15 2025 we will be visiting Delheim Estate in Stellenbosch. Details will be sent by email and WhatsApp.
We will have the opportunity to visit areas not normally accessible to the public, but even around the restaurant and wine cellar there is plenty to be seen.
Monthly Meeting February 2025 – Birds of Socotra
Socotra? Where is that? Find out and be amazed by this little-known birding destination at our February meeting.
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Monthly Meeting March 2025 – CAR Crane Count
Learn more about CARs (Coordinated Avifaunal Roadcounts) and how they contribute to conservation of our national bird, the Blue Crane, on Thursday 6th March 2025.
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Join Us
Membership

MEMBERS: Subscriptions are due for 2025. Please refer to the Batis for payment details, ask a committee member or email somersetwestbirdclub@gmail.com for information.
Join the roost
- Individual or family membership: R160 per year including an electronic copy of our quarterly magazine, the Batis, sent by eMail. There is also an option to receive a printed copy of the Batis for R220 per year
- Life membership for individual or family: One-off payment of R1,945 including an electronic copy of Batis magazine sent by eMail
You are welcome to come to a meeting before you join. Just contact the email address above and we will be happy to invite you along.
Bird of the Year
BirdLife South Africa announced that the Red-Billed Oxpecker is Bird of the Year 2025.
Click here to find out more about a fascinating bird and a feelgood conservation story.
Garden Birds Project
The purpose of the Garden Birds Project is to keep track of the birds we’re seeing in our gardens in and around the Helderberg Basin.
Click here for more information and to get involved.
Injured Birds
It’s always distressing when you find an injured bird – fortunately, there are some folks who are able and willing to assist.
Click here for more information.