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news[0]="&nbsp;<a href='http://www.klipkop.co.za/hiking-trails.htm'>Hike on Klipkop</a> &nbsp;Klipkop is now open to the public for day hikes.  Overnight stay highly recommended"
news[1]="&nbsp;<a href='http://www.klipkop.co.za/hiking-FAQs#Species.htm'> Download our species lists</a> &nbsp;30 species of mammal, 175 species of bird, and 450 vegetative species"
news[2]="&nbsp;<a href='http://www.klipkop.co.za/friends-klipkopbb.htm'> Rejuvenate on Klipkop</a> &nbsp;Luxury spa packages and self-catering accommodation available at Klippenbosch"
news[3]="&nbsp;<a href='http://www.klipkop.co.za/archives/13072009-WLT.htm'> Wildlife Land Trust</a> &nbsp;Klipkop is a member of an international network of wildlife sanctuaries"


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