As a gentle reminder, membership fees are due by 31 January 2025. Staying up to date with membership fees ensures you continue to enjoy all the benefits of being part of our community, from access to our properties to attending our meets and activities. We understand that January can be financially challenging. To accommodate this, we’re offering a grace period until 15 February 2025 for those who need a little extra time. To help make things easier, we offer a flexible payment option through PayFlex, allowing you to spread the cost over several months.
Your membership is essential not only for enjoying the benefits of being part of the MCSA but also for supporting the club’s mission to explore, discover, connect and protect the mountains we all love.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at admin@jhb.mcsa.org.za or on +27 61461 8259 (WhatsApp). Thank you for your continued support!
Warm regards, The MCSA Administration Team
NEW COMMITTEE MEMBERS
JOIN THIS MEMBER TALK
Get ready to dive into the uniquely South African take on canyoning – kloofing! Join us for an exciting and entertaining talk by Neil Margetts
–packed with insights, adventure, and inspiration. Whether you're an experienced kloofer or simply kloof-curious, this is an evening you won't want to miss! Presentation starts at 7pm sharp – but come early to socialize over drinks and snacks.
When: Wednesday, 5 February 2025
Where: Robin Hills Scout Hall
Time: 18h30 for 19h00
JOIN THESE
UPCOMING MEETS!
MEET REPORT
by Andreas Draxl
HIKING, CAMPING & ABSEILNG @ EASTERKLOOF
Due to popular demand, we decided to extend this outing into a two-day event, with many of us camping overnight (by special arrangement). Abseiling the tallest waterfall in the Magaliesberg, especially after all the rain we've had, seemed like a daunting prospect. But what we got instead was a perfect balance: a good flow, accompanied by gentle showers that added to the experience without overwhelming it. To counteract the adrenaline rush of the abseil, we took our time exploring this stunning kloof. Swimming, sliding, jumping, and simply relaxing along the way. It was another fantastic weekend in the great outdoors!
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KLOOFING @ GROOTKLOOF
For all those who got scared away by the rain, you truly missed out. We had the best day ever in Grootkloof! I knew we were off to a great start when everyone took the plunge with the cliff jump into the small pool just before the first abseil on Candelabra. Going down Candelabra and Grootkloof in high flow is an entirely different experience – exhilarating, challenging, and absolutely unforgettable.
We’re hoping to organize more of these short-notice advanced meets when conditions are just right. Stay tuned
HOW TO VOLUNteer
Fundraising: Experienced fundraisers needed for conservation and mountaineering projects, including land acquisition.
Marketing & PR: Educate and inform current and future members through social media, club gatherings and talks.
Meet Leaders: Give back by leading regular, varied meets for MCSA members and the public.
Mountain Search & Rescue: Train in a team ensuring knowledge transfer and rescue capability, or raise funds for callouts.
Patrolling:Assist in securing and protecting our beautiful properties, ensuring that we all stay safe.
Outreach: Join community projects that share the mountains with the next generation of mountaineers.
GET INVOLVED!
Together we can strengthen our Club's future!
Every donation to the club, big or small, makes a difference!
Your support in this crucial time will help us pay off our debts promptly and maintain a strong financial foundation. You can donate by transferring money via EFT with your annual membership fees or donate through our web portal. Please consider a recurring payment, which will make a big difference over time.
Click on the link below to make a donation to MCSA Johannesburg.
