Secrets of the Sperrgebiet

Alpha 2 made great progress down at the Sperrgebiet during Phase 1and Trygve Cooper, our project partner has already told Jim and Sophie how impressed he has been with the quality of the group’s work. There was lots of digging and clearing and raking as well as some interior design when the group painted the Ministry of Environment and Tourism’s offices. The group was also lucky enough to catch a glimpse of a brown hyena, which was very exciting for them as they are so rare.

Everyone had a day trip into Oranjemund for much needed showers and a chance to visit the shops to stock up on crisps and chocolate. They also had great fun playing at the beach (we are reliably informed that the group was aware that this is a Raleigh Expedition and not a holiday camp...) There was also a rumour that a member of the group may have found a diamond!.

The group had a cross dressing party one night (what is it about life on Raleigh that makes the boys feel the need to wear the girls’ clothes?!) and Joe was heard to have said that he’s been considering cross dressing for a while now so we are pleased that he has now had the opportunity!