Thicket Forum 2026 at Camdeboo National Park

Thicket Forum 2026 – Camdeboo National Park

9–11 June 2026 | Camdeboo National Park Learning Centre

The Thicket Forum invites you to its annual gathering in the heart of the Eastern Cape. Join researchers, land managers, farmers, practitioners, rural communities, students, and conservation partners for three days of focused discussion on the sustainable management and restoration of Subtropical Thicket.

Established in 2004, the Forum brings together a diverse community united by a shared commitment to one of South Africa’s most remarkable ecosystems — Subtropical Thicket (also known as Valley Bushveld). This biome supports exceptional plant diversity, high levels of endemism, and provides vital ecosystem services including habitat provision, carbon storage, forage, medicinal resources, and culturally significant species. With over 70% of thicket transformed or degraded, informed collaboration is essential.

Whether you work in research, policy, restoration, agriculture, environmental assessment, or community development, this is a space for engagement, knowledge exchange, and practical solutions.

Professional Accreditation: This is a SACNASP and EAPASA Registered Event (2.5 CPD credits available for registered members).

What Your Ticket Includes

• Lunch: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
• Dinner: Tuesday and Wednesday
• Full access to all sessions and discussions

Please note: Accommodation is not included in the ticket price. Tent accommodation options at the venue will be available to book separately (details to follow), else accommodation is available in Graaf-Reinett.

We look forward to welcoming you to Camdeboo for meaningful dialogue and renewed collaboration in advancing thicket conservation and restoration.