CapeNature develops nature-based recreational and tourism products and leveraging the Western Cape’s natural assets in such a way that protected areas become sought after tourist destinations, and more accessible and attractive to a greater portion of our population. CapeNature is the conservation authority in the Western Cape, mandated to promote and ensure biodiversity conservation and access to biodiversity for all. The organisation manages most of the mountain catchments and reserves that supply ecosystem services to the citizens of the Western Cape. This requires good scientific data, a sound understanding of fynbos ecology and commitment to the principles of integrated biodiversity management and planning. Much of these efforts are in remote areas, and have a direct bearing on the quality of life for millions of people across the province.