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Activities
KMS outings are for Members only. To book your place on a daytrip or safari come to the KMS Office with your Membership Card and Payment. For non-Members, come to the office to join KMS and book your spot for the trip.
Kenya Museum Society
40th Anniversary Lecture Series
Inaugural Lecture
The Leakey Family Story
Dr. Richard Leakey
Founder of the Kenya Museum Society
Hosted by the Royal Netherlands Embassy
Date: Wednesday, 24 February, 2010
Time: 6:30 for 7:00 pm
Place: Louis Leakey Auditorium, Nairobi National Museum
Tickets: Ksh500 (refreshments included)
Proceeds to fund the Fossil and Artifact Casting Department
(click on the image on the right to enlarge the poster)
Future Lectures
March 17th - Ian Craig
Conservation and Wildlife
April 21st - Joyce Nyairo
of The Ford Foundation
Does Kenya have 42 Tribes?
May 12th - Don Young
Invaders and Heroes- early African Explorers and Visitors.
6:30 for 7:00 pm
Louis Leakey Auditorium, Nairobi National Museum
Tickets: Ksh500
KMS Offices: 3743808/ 0724 255299
Proceeds to fund the Fossil and Artefact Casting Department
Sponsored by Toyota East Africa Ltd
Day OutingS
18th March Kenya National Archives, Moi Avenue
Time 9 am to 12 pm
Meet outside KMS office at 8.45 pm and depart.
The Kenya National Archives and Documentation Service were officially established by an act of parliament in 1965 under the Ministry of State for National Heritage and Culture.
On display in the Murumbi Gallery is the famous collection comprised of rare material culture that sheds light on the way of life of various African peoples. These include traditional artifacts used during combat (spears, swords, shields etc.); agriculture (hoes, cowbells, ropes etc.); making music (drums, horns, stringed instruments); domestic chores (containers, stools, trays); attire (sandals, bark cloth, ornaments etc.) and masks. There are also lots of Figurines, sculptures and paintings.
Apart from the rich collection mentioned above, there is a permanent exhibition of historical photographs and documents depository, the political, social-economic and cultural development of the country since the dawn of Colonialism till after independence.
Adults: KSh 400
Children Ksh 200
Safaris
26-28 February: Mt. Kenya
Sirimon route is the driest route to approach the mountain. The scenery is more open and we should see wildlife. The route climbs over the northern moorlands, giving superb views of the main peaks.
We shall stay at Sirimon bandas. They are just outside the park gates so park entry will be paid just for the time we spend walking within the park, that is the 27th.
Cost: 6,400pp sharing
PROGRAMME
Friday 26 Feb- Depart from the Museum car park at 7am. Picnic lunch enroute. Arrive after lunch. Afternoon at leisure to explore. Dinner.
Saturday 27 Feb- A walk after breakfast. The walkers will be separated into 2 groups for either an easy walk or a long, difficult walk.
Sunday 28 Feb- Depart after lunch. If we wish we can stop at the lovely Trout Tree Restaurant for lunch.
The Trout Tree is an interesting place. It is built around a giant fig tree in a forest clearing. You will even see Colobus monkey. The trout is from their own ponds and you can also buy smoked trout to take away.
INCLUDED: Accomodation, 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 2 dinners. Guide fees (within reason)
NOT INCLUDED- Transport, park entry.
NOTE-
- There is accommodation for 2 couples and 3 single persons. If you wish to camp let me know.
- You will travel in your own sturdy 4WD cars. Each car will be required to carry a box of our common food. I shall be grateful for a lift.
WEATHER- Cold evenings on the mountain.
19-21 March: Sangare Tented Camp
This is a very beautiful luxury tented camp in the Aberdares, only two and a half hours drive from Nairobi. There are only 10 tents built around a small lake which always has a lot of wetland birds and ducks. The tents are large and each has a view of the lake.
Activities include walks, game drive and sundowners atop a hill. There is plenty of game to view.
There is a choice of a one or two night stay.
Cost:
- Ksh 14200 for 2 nights per person sharing
- Ksh 8,200 for 1 night per person sharing
- Ksh 11,600 single for 1 night
31st March - 5th April: Easter Trip to Tana Delta
Program:
- Wed March 31st- Garissa
- Thurs April 1st-Sat April 3rd Tana Delta
- Sun April 4th Malindi
- Monday April 5th – you can return to Nairobi via Mombasa Rd or return to Garissa where you can spend another night. The mini bus will return to Garissa as there will be less traffic on this road.
For further information contact Narinder Heyer on 0733 704267
Information
New Cancellation Policy
Due to demand by hotels and lodges for paid up advance bookings all trips must be signed for and fully paid 2 weeks before departure of the trip. Cancellations after payment will not be possible but if you can find a replacement who can assume the payment your money will be refunded.
For further information don’t hesitate to contact:
Narinder Heyer, KMS Weekend Outings Organiser
Mobile: 0733 704267
Email: narinder.heyer@gmail.com
(please note Narinder’s new email address; she can no longer be reached at the Yahoo address)
Information
New Cancellation Policy
Due to demand by hotels and lodges for paid up advance bookings all trips must be signed for and fully paid 2 weeks before departure of the trip. Cancellations after payment will not be possible but if you can find a replacement who can assume the payment your money will be refunded.
For further information don’t hesitate to contact:
Narinder Heyer, KMS Weekend Outings Organiser
Mobile: 0733 704267
Email: narinder.heyer@gmail.com
(please note Narinder’s new email address; she can no longer be reached at the Yahoo address
REGULAR DATES
Wednesday Morning Bird Walks
Bird watching walks are held in conjunction with NatureKenya and usually
take about 3 to 3-1/2 hours. Meet at 8.45am at the car park just
inside the main entrance gate of the Museum.
Morning Tree Walks every last Monday of each month
Guided walks focusing on trees and shrubs are offered through the services
of FONA (Friends of Nairobi Arboretum). Meet at the parking lot at the
end of Arboretum Drive off State House Road by 9.30am. Look for the
new office before the Girl Guides HQ on the right. Non members of Nature
Kenya should pay KSh100 on arrival at the gate.