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Snare Removal Portal
From here you will be able to book for any upcoming snare removal exercises, access essential information, and download useful documents and resources. Stay informed and get involved in our efforts to protect our wildlife and combat snare poaching!
OUR NEXT EVENT


8 DAYS TO THE EVENT
Please RSVP to this event on or before 07/08/2025
When
09 Aug 2025, 07:00 – 11:00
Where
Agricultural Research Council,
R573 & Moloto Rd, Roodeplaat, Pretoria, 0002, South Africa

FUTURE EVENTS
- ARC Roodeplaat - Snare Removal Walk - 9 August 202509 Aug 2025, 07:00 – 11:00Agricultural Research Council, R573 & Moloto Rd, Roodeplaat, Pretoria, 0002, South Africa
- Roodeplaat Dam - Snare Removal Walk - 16 August 202516 Aug 2025, 07:00 – 11:00Roodeplaat Dam Provincial Nature Reserve, 9956+88, Roodeplaat, 0186, South Africa
- Die Bosveld - Snare Removal Walk - 30 August 202530 Aug 2025, 07:00 – 11:00Die Bosveld, 966W+M6, Doornpoort 295-Jr, Pretoria, South Africa
COMPULSORY DOCUMENTS
The Rooikat Conservation
Standard Operating Procedure document for
Snare Removal Exercises.
UPDATED VERSION AVAILABLE SOON!
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Can anyone attend a snare removal exercise?Due to the strenuous and sometimes dangerous nature of snare removal work, we only allow healthy and fit individuals between the ages of 14 and 65 to attend. Participants may be required to walk 10km through rugged terrain, and thus need to have a relative level of fitness. If we feel for any reason that you do not meet the above mentioned requirement, we reserve the right to exclude you from any excursion.
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Where do we meet?We will communicate and advertise all meeting points for each event well in advance. Should there be any deviation, this will be communicated to participants at the soonest opportunity.
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What time do we meet?Each event has it's own requirements. The meeting time for each event will be clearly stated in the event advertisement and communicated to participants. An overview of the day's scheduled activities will be provided during a briefing before we embark on our journey into the wilderness.
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What is the expected duration of a snare removal exercise?Each event has it's own requirements, but expect a duration of about 4-5 hours. Please take note, the timing might vary slightly based on the day's conditions, leading to potential adjustments in the operation's conclusion
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What happens if there is rain forecast for the day. Will the event go ahead?We will assess the situation on the day and make the decision to go ahead or postpone the event. Unless there is severe weather the operation usually goes ahead as planned.
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How much water should I carry?It's essential and required for all participants to carry a sufficient amount of drinking water throughout the snare removal walk. We recommend having 2 liters of drinking water.
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What clothing should I wear?You are allowed to wear any comfortable, rugged clothing suitable for the bush. Recommended clothing: - Long sleeve shirt to help protect against the sun. - Long pants or trousers help protect against the thorny landscape and keep ticks out. - Sturdy and rugged, yet comfortable walking shoes or boots. Sickle bush spines can penetrate through many types of soles. - A hat is highly recommended, as there is often little shade from the harsh African sun.
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Do I need to bring any tools or equipment?You are welcome to bring along any equipment or tools you feel may be useful. Keep in mind that it adds to the weight one has to carry along. Tools that are recommended for snare removal work: · Multi-tool (Leatherman etc. Works well for smaller nylon, wire, and cable snares) · Side-cutter (Works well on wire and thinner cable snares) · Small bolt cutter (Works well for wire and cable snares. Small sizes such as 200-450mm are best)
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May I take photographs?Photography of the day's events and while on the walk is encouraged. Any snares encountered should be photographed before they are removed. You are not allowed to publish or distribute the following: Any photographs of endangered fauna & flora. Any photograph or pin/coordinate that may reveal a location of any endangered plant or animal. Any photograph/s where the faces of Anti Poaching Unit rangers are visible. Any photographs showing sensitive information in regards to strategic planning or other security related matters. If unsure, feel free to ask and we will check into it for you.
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