More Spring Splash 2010 Photos

Wikipedia says: “As a coastal suburb of Cape Town, Fish Hoek is popular as a residence for commuters, retired people and holidaymakers alike. The traditional industries of 'trek' fishing and angling coexist with the leisure pursuits of surfing, sailing and sunbathing.”

There is a lot more to Fish Hoek than being a Cape Town suburb for old people and dogs! If you had any doubts then pictures of the annual Spring Splash (taken by Cassie Carstens) taken on Fish Hoek Beach on Sunday 5 September 2010 should change your mind. See more pictures of the 2010 Spring Splash on Fish Hoek beach.

The wiki also prompted me to find out more about the allegations of retired people and I found some references to a National Geographic book called “The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer from the People Who’ve Lived the Longest” by Dan Buettner. It seems that the blue zones refer to areas round the world where the highest life expectancies occur and include Barbagia region of Sardinia, Italy; Okinawa, Japan; the community of Seventh Day Adventists in Loma Linda, California; and the Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica.

Obviously many factors contribute to longevity but some of these include:
•Living in a rural community rather than an urban one – connected to the environment.
•Married couples live longer than single or divorced people
•Women outlive men regularly by about six years
•Common sense
•Eating more plant-based foods
•Being active & incorporating activity into their daily routines
•Cutting stress
•Regular participation in a community with a supportive social network

Perhaps that is why Fish Hoek is so popular – despite being a suburb of the city of Cape Town it has a relaxed rural feel.
Fish Hoek residents are active and walk on the beach or on the mountain or Jagers Walk so activity is a part of their daily lives. Many residents play golf in Clovelly and there is an active surf-lifesaving, paddling, sailing, hobie-sailing & surfing community.
Fish Hoek has a strong sense of community and many social clubs and organizations – check out www.scenicsouth.co.za for more about community activities.
Fish Hoek is without doubt a great place for holiday and an excellent base for exploring the Cape Point Route.

And don't forget it's Whale Watching season!

If you would like more information on Fish Hoek or would like to book accommodation or activities in the area please contact Cape Point Route on 021 782 9356 or visit the website www.capepointroute.co.za

IMAGES: All images courtesy of Cassie Carstens. Thank You!