Cancelled
It has been some time since we have had a “Bush Breakaway” and we are inviting you to join us for a wonderful weekend.
Please see the details below. (Also note that only 17 couples can join for the weekend, so secure your spot now!)
You are exclusively invited to join us for the York/PIA Weekend Away 14 – 16 March 2025.
The cost: R3000.00 per couple which includes accommodation and all meals. (Low costs all thanks to our generous sponsors)
Payment by latest 28 February 2025: Bank details: Pretoria Institute for Architecture Account Type ABSA Brooklyn Account Number 1500167501
Please use your Name + PIAWeekend as Reference and send proof of payment to finance@pia.org.za
Please RSVP to Mauneen: management@pia.org.za or 083029704697 by 21 February 2025. Please do not pay if you did not RSVP to ensure there is space available.
Kindly remember to bring the following:
Snacks of choice
Your bicycle or hiking gear
Your drinks of choice
Programme for the Weekend:
Friday:
Arrival 14:00 – 16:00 check in
Evening 17:00: Braai
Saturday:
08:00 Breakfast
09:00 Nursery, Plantation and Plywood Plant Visit
11:00 Morning CPD Talk Session
Werner Slabber : Timber Frame Buildings
Mannetjies Schmidt : Wood Treatment
Mark O’Connor : TBC
Braam de Villiers: Plywood Building Systems
Marcus v/d Hoven: CLT + GLT
13:00 Light Lunch
Afternoon: At leisure – Mountain biking or hiking
17:00 Evening braai at the Maggsleigh dams – weather dependent
Sunday:
08:00 Breakfast
09:00 Departure after Breakfast