Friday, April 17, 2009

Sponsors

In this time of "belt tightening" and financial stress, we are so grateful for the vision and crucial support of our sponsors. Thank you for sharing our passion and investing in spreading the message, planting trees and pledging to one future.


The below companies and individuals will be directly responsible for the planting of thousands of trees by 8th December 2009. In a commitment to a brighter, greener future, these companies have taken the 1 challenge!


Thank you



Trophy Toyota of Modjadjiskloof has sponsored the 1 + 1 = 1 Pledge Drive SA a Toyota Verso for the duration of the drive! Wilderness Vision are extremely grateful to Jon Hyde and team.

This commitment from a smaller dealership to a valuable socio/enviro project is both exceptionally generous and honorable. Jon and team are very dedicated to the preservation of wilderness and the furthering of environmental education amongst adults and children. One can see the Trophy Toyota banner flying high at many local charity events, fund raisers and awareness campagins.

Contact: Jon Hyde 015 309 9258/ jon@trophytoyota.com
For Vehicle rental and Transfers: Robyn 015 7931413 robyn@trohpytoyota.com



Sun International has generously sponsored a large portion of accommodation en route. As the first sponsor to take the challenge, we are exceptionally grateful to Sun International, this was a "big ball" to start rolling, thank you.

With 36 resorts, hotels and casinos in some of the most spectacular locations in Southern Africa, big or small, adventurous or conservative, lavish or simplistic …. Sun International has it all. When it comes to ambience, we can offer you everything from non-stop entertainment, sensational extravaganzas and glittering casino's to small, intimate locations where the accent is on relaxation!" (http://www.suninternational.com/)





Protea Hotels has generously sponsored a large portion of accommodation en-route. The quick response and positive support we received from the Protea team was incredible. We thank you for joining the challenge and helping to make this drive happen!

"Africa's largest and leading hotel group, Protea Hotels, now displays its special brand of hospitality in nine African countries! Each Protea Hotel is uniquely different in character and our collection ranges from small country Hotels in the Eastern and Northern Cape, sea- and lakeside resorts along the Garden Route, Durban and Cape coasts, to mountain retreats in the Free State, bustling city centre Hotels in Cape Town and Johannesburg and our prestigious portfolio of Hotels and Game and Safari Lodges in Mpumalanga." (http://www.proteahotels.com/)




"Passage To Africa" was established by Mike Kirkinis and Michael Lorentz - two dedicated individuals with a deep passion and understanding of Africa, its wildlife, wilderness and people. "We are committed to the conservation of Africa’s biodiversity, through responsible wilderness-based tourism and social ecology". 1 + 1 = 1 is very grateful for the financial pledge that has been made by Passage to Africa. (http://www.passagetoafrica.com/)




Element SA have added their unique brand of excitement to the 1 + 1 = 1 Drive. It was with absolute enthusiasm that they opted to sponsor the project with a financial donation as well as with some kit for the team, which they (the team) are clearly very happy about! On top of this they will be keeping their global media network as updated as possible on the daily happenings of the drive. Watch this space for some further sustainable handshakes between Element and
Wilderness Vision. From the boards to the bush - we are looking for ways of offering young folks some great opportunities! (http://www.elementskateboards.com/)


Alan McSmith Safaris has made several generous financial donations. We are most grateful for his support as well as the sponsorship of a two night trail for a team of six, including transport from Johannesburg for the winners of the inter-varsity pledge drive competition.

For over 20 years as a professional guide, Alan McSmith has walked, poled and paddled through the wild-lands of six African countries. "It's all about getting off the beaten track," says Alan, and tracking big game in remote destinations. This is the real thing!" (http://www.alan-mcsmith-safaris.com/)


Tanda Tula has sponsored a fabulous prize for the Wilderness Vision 1 + 1 = 1 SMS competition - a two night stay for two people at this stunning camp in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve! To stand a chance of winning, sms WVO + your name + your town to 34008 when this prize is on the draw.


Tanda Tula Safari Camp in the heart of the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve bordering the Kruger National Park, offers a five-star personal wilderness experience in ultimate luxury. Here, in your own private piece of Africa, you will come face to face with nature as it always was, with not a fence in sight to inhibit your freedom. Set on the banks of the Nharalumi riverbed, Tanda Tula is shaded by stately trees and overlooks a water hole that attracts a wide variety of game from dawn to dusk. Tanda Tula is sanctuary to Africa’s Big Five, amongst many other mammals large and small and hundreds of species of birds. Encounters with these inhabitants of the bush in open safari landrovers or on foot or from the deck of your tent are up close and very intimate... (http://www.tandatula.co.za/).


Aurora has joined the 1 + 1 = 1 Pledge Drive! A new private nature reserve on the border of Botswana, opening up the vast wilderness areas of the Green Kalahari in South Africa and the Kgalagadi Gemsbok Park in Botswana. With the sweeping savannah plains and abundance of game, Aurora is truly spectacular. (http://www.aurorapnr.com/)

Chef Bruce Robertson

A passionate man! The word "limit" does not exist forBruce. With enviable energy Bruce will tackle any "dining challenge" with distinct style and aplomb.

The "afro-gastronaut" has supported Wilderness Vision in many ways including taking on the position of Master of Ceremonies at the dinner on the 19th June 2009 at GOLD Restaurant.

GOLD Restaurant is a vibrant, eclectic Pan-African experience in the heart of Cape Town. We offer a night of opulent feasting with a unique bouquet of live entertainment in a mystical African setting of trees and tents in an inner city courtyard steeped in ancient history and GOLD.

Cuisine from our Cape Malay and African kitchen which is served by the magnificently adorned staff bearing your banquet in baskets perched on their heads. While you enjoy the vast variety of different dishes, you will be captivated as the live extravaganza takes place around your table.
Tall, graceful Mali Puppets will captivate you as they dance with the singer, jump to beat of the drum and swirl with the dancers. They will welcome you to GOLD in a truly unique display of singing, dancing and vibrant drumming. (http://www.goldrestaurant.co.za/)

Smart Staging Solutions specializes in technical services for conferences, events, road shows, product launches, film services and related services in the audio-visual industry.

Smart Staging Solutions team consists of highly skilled technical team has collectively more than 30 years of experience in this industry.

Smart Staging Solutions provides a professional service locally, nationally and internationally; for both government and corporate companies.

As a social responsibility imitative, Smart Staging Solutions is proud to be one of the sponsors for Wilderness Vision Pledge Drive. We pride ourselves in leaving a positive carbon footprint in creating awareness around environmental issues.

For more information please visit our website http://www.smartstagingsolutions.co.za/

“Our client service approach is based on an understanding of your company, your product and investments”

Rickety Bridge Winery

Situated on the outskirts of Franschhoek, the wine and food capital of South Africa, the Rickety Bridge Boutique Winery and Country Manor House nestle against the hillside overlooking vineyards and the magnificent Wemmershoek Mountains.
Rickety Bridge is a historic property dating back to 1694 and the first French Huguenot farms established in Franschhoek.

Today the property is home to a modern boutique-style winery with the capacity to handle 200 tonnes of grapes, a unique restaurant, romantic wedding and function venue, conference centre and luxurious 4 star accommodation. The Restaurant in the Vines offers guests the experience of enjoying a Cape inspired gourmet picnic right in the heart of the vineyard. Several rows of vineyard were replaced by a wooden deck, creating the ideal spot for a delicious lunch. The Restaurant in the Vines specialises in gourmet picnics but also offers a selection of lighter meals as well as tapas in the evenings. In Winter, the fare is warm and hearty. (http://www.ricketybridgewinery.com/)

Linleigh Anderson of Stoneworx Inc has supported Wilderness Vision from it's inception. She has contributed to the clothing of thirty-three orphans, the provision of stationery, school bags, paper, printers, computers, veggie gardens, clothes, beads for a beading project, material and more over the past year. Her support and that of her family has enriched the lives of so many Aids orphans and sibling-run families. Stoneworx Inc is Linleigh's new venture into the art and skill of jewelery making. She has combined her love and knowledge of stones and crystals into a personalised range of beautiful art pieces.



Garden and Home Expo 2009 - Through Eventx the 1 + 1 = 1 Pledge Drive SA was offered sponsored space at the Garden and Home Expo 2009. The Expo begins on Thursday 30th April and runs for four days up to and including Sunday the 3rd May. Come and join us there - it is sure to be a very exciting few days. Thank you for your generosity Eventx, we are very grateful for the opportunity to join the other fabulous exhibitors at this show. http://www.gardenandhomeexpo.co.za/



Riverside Mall - Nelspruit

The Riverside Mall has generously provided the team with sponsored space at this busy mall from Monday 4th May up to and including Wednesday 6th May. Thank you Ria and team very much for your generosity we will be sure to make the most of our time in Nelspruit.
http://www.riversidecentre.co.za/



Sharon Tarr - Sharon has been an unwavering support to the WV team. The hand-made, hand painted, hand-glued Wilderness Vision Pledge Drive table cloth is quite simply a work of art. In fact at one stage Alan and I felt it should not travel with the guys at all but instead join the signed cricket bats, champagne bottles and Pledge Drive "artefacts" ! Over and above the table cloth is the mountain of scrolls she sewed, advice she gave, shoulder offered and much more...Thank you Sharon ever so much.




Endorsements

Solid support, positive encouragement and an unwavering belief in the core intention, these things are the “glue” that keep us together and urge us forward. It is an absolute honour to have been endorsed by the following people and institutions:



The United Nations Environment Programmehttp://www.unep.org/

The Billion Tree Campaign is a pioneering worldwide tree planting initiative. It was launched in 2006 as a one of the responses to the threat of global warming and to the wider sustainability challenges from water scarcity to loss of biodiversity. The objective of one billion trees has since been increased to Seven Billion Trees! The campaign, under the patronage of Nobel Peace Prize laureate Professor Wangari Maathai and His Serene Highness Prince Albert 11 of Monaco, has endorsed the Wilderness Vision Project 1 + 1 = 1 Pledge Drive SA.


The 1 + 1 = 1 Pledge Drive SA has committed to action and will donate half of profits raised to the Billion Tree Campaign. The more people, who take the pledge, sign the scroll and pay a rand, the more trees we can plant in South Africa towards ONE future!


Kruger 2 Canyon - news@kruger2canyon.co.za

Heidi and the Kruger to Canyon team have been incredible! Constantly covering our news , updates and stories and we are hugely grateful to you all. We believe this local paper has played a vital role in getting many a valuable message across and it seems no load is too big for Heidi and her team, from us to you all - THANK YOU.

The Kruger 2 Canyon News has endorsed the 1 + 1 = 1 Pledge Drive SA.


The South African Cricket Team

The Proteas have taken the pledge and signed the scroll! We are thrilled that such prominent South African sportsmen and mentors have found the cause well worth supporting. We will be planting trees in honour of the SA cricket team and management.



The well know South African band, Watershed have endorsed the Pledge Drive. Believing it to be a worthy and meaningful project, they have given the project their full support. The Wilderness Vision team met with the band and management and had a fabulous few hours together.


This fantastic South African band took the pledge, signed the scroll and paid their One rand!

The Wilderness Vision team were given the opportunity to chat to the band members, take a few pictures and hang out while the band set up for the Sustainable Living concert which was held on the 26th April at Southern Cross School. What a great concert it was, Freshly Ground got the entire crowd bopping and singing and having an awesome night. The highlight for WV was when Zolani wished the drive every success just before the final song of the night! We will indeed keep that light shining bright!


Jonathan and Nick had an awesome night at the Newtown Street Party!
Tasha Baxter was only too happy to sign the scroll and endorse the drive. Tasha is a great supporter of environmental casues and is keen to keep up with the pledge drive. They will be overseas for a while but we have no doubt that we will catch up again in the near future.

African Banquets Connection - http://www.africanbanquet.co.za/
Wilderness Vision is privileged to be a beneficiary of the African Banquets Connection, Bush Banquet held annually in the Limpopo Province. In conjunction with Alan McSmith Safaris, we have participated in this prestigious event for six years. This dynamic team has endorsed the 1 + 1 = 1 Pledge Drive and will partner events and gatherings. Sponsors and supporters of both the African Banquets Connection and the Pledge Drive will benefit from all associated functions.

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