JBK Outdoors - South Africa

What a day for South African football!

A hard-fought 1-0 victory over South Korea has secured our place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 for the very first time in our history.

Moments like these remind us what can happen when a nation believes, fights together and never gives up.

Congratulations to Bafana Bafana. The whole country is behind you!

Proud to be South African.

Please note: The image accompanying this post was created using AI as a creative tribute to this historic achievement.

Water is one of those things you only notice when you don't have enough of it.

One minute you're enjoying the outdoors...

The next you're wondering why you packed three jackets, four snacks, and a fishing net, but forgot the one thing your body actually needs.

Staying hydrated helps with energy, focus, endurance, and keeping the adventure enjoyable.

Plus, carrying water is a lot easier than carrying a dehydrated friend back to the car.

How much water do you normally take on a full day outdoors?

There are two types of anglers.

The ones who arrive at a spot and immediately cast right on top of the next guy...

And the ones who understand that a little respect goes a long way.

Fishing is supposed to lower your blood pressure, not raise someone else's.

Give people space.
Pick up your rubbish.
Respect the fish.
Respect the water.

And if someone shares a useful fishing tip with you, maybe don't tell the whole internet where they caught it.

What's your biggest fishing etiquette pet peeve?

School holidays don't have to mean another day in front of a screen.

Give your kids an adventure they'll be talking about long after the holidays are over. They'll learn real fishing skills, build confidence, catch fish, and make new friends along the way.

Whether it's their very first cast or they're already hooked on fishing, Catch Club is the perfect holiday activity.

Event Dates:
27 & 28 June 2026

3 Sessions Daily:
• 09:00–11:00
• 11:30–13:30
• 14:00–16:00

R300 per child
(Venue fee and gear & tackle rental excluded)

Hillcrest Quarry, Durbanville

Bookings are essential.
Book here: https://forms.gle/MMuyinKRFoP5JyHn7

That grin says it all 🎣

Father's Day at Hillcrest Quarry today — dads teaching kids (and a few kids teaching their dads) how to land a proper catch. Big fish, bigger smiles, and a morning full of "just one more cast."

Thank you to every family who came out and made it special.

Want in on the next one? Drop a comment or send us a message.
📍 Hillcrest Quarry, Durbanville
🎣 Catch Club / JBK Outdoors

You know that feeling when you've driven an hour, unpacked all your gear, walked to your spot...

..and then realise your tackle box is still at home?

That's called a character-building exercise.

A little preparation before a fishing trip can save a lot of frustration once you're standing on the bank.

Check your gear.
Check the weather.
Check your line.
Check your snacks.

Because fish aren't the only thing that can catch you off guard.

What's the ONE thing you've forgotten on a fishing trip that you'll never forget again?

Father's Day Fishing Special at Catch Club!

This Sunday, 21 June, give Dad something better than another pair of socks... give him a memory he'll never forget.

Bring the kids to Catch Club at Hillcrest Quarry for a fun-filled fishing lesson where Dad's lesson is FREE (Dad only pays the venue fee).

✅ R300 per child (excludes venue fee)
✅ Dad's fishing lesson FREE (venue fee still applies)
✅ Gear rental available
✅ Perfect for beginners
✅ Family-friendly fun
✅ Learn together and catch your first fish!

Whether you've never held a fishing rod or you're looking for quality family time outdoors, this is the perfect Father's Day outing.

🎣 Limited spaces available – booking is essential!

🔗Booking link in comments!🔗

Packing for a day hike is a lot like packing for a fishing trip.

You leave home thinking you've packed everything...

Then halfway up the trail you realise the one thing you actually need is sitting on the kitchen counter.

The goal isn't to carry your entire house on your back.

It's to carry the right things.

Water.
Snacks.
Sun protection.
A few safety essentials.

And maybe one extra chocolate bar for "emergencies."

What's the most important thing you've ever forgotten on an outdoor adventure?