The northern hemisphere has a reputation for being warm and humid. This means that Johannesburg is home to one of the world’s most intense heat stress situations. It’s also one of the most humid places on earth. That’s why we are so delighted to be hosting a series of agile and stylish Urban Vultures (Vulture) Flagship Projects this season (January – May). These projects will tackle some of the challenges that besiege our everyday lives: climate change, social injustice, and poverty. It’s all part of our mission as Vulture teams to create inclusive, modern urban communities where everyone can thrive.
Why build a vulture flag?
A vulture is a large, plain-lying bird that uses its beak to pluck insects from the sky. The insect universe is the largest ecological ecosystem in the world; it is home to not only insects, but many other microbial life forms as well. Globally, the vulture is one of the most threatened species; in the 40 species currently listed as endangered or least-alive, it is the only one living in sub-Saharan Africa.
Not only is the vulture threatened by development, but it is being rapidly pushed out of its nesting grounds by the increasing use of the commercial poultry industry. The Southern African Vulture Sanctuary is home to just 18 individuals; the remaining 36 individuals are located in nearby Kruger National Park. The combination of land use and the increasing use of the internet has made it increasingly possible for individuals to document the species’ migratory movements. Since then, the vulture has become a central part of civil and cultural life in the Kruger National Park. This season, the Vulture Trust has been investing in five projects to make their home in the Kruger a reality.
## How to build a Vulture flag
The first step is to decide what type of flag you want to make. You can choose between a vertical or a horizontal flag; a vertical flag is for use on beach and boat access and a horizontal flag is for use on private property. A vertical flag has one flagpole and one vertical banner; a horizontal flag has both a flagpole and a horizontal banner. When it comes to the construction of a vertical flag, the basic principles of design apply. The design of a vertical flag is based on the principle of balance; this is the ideal ratio of the length of the horizontal flag to the length of the vertical flag. To achieve this balance, a team of marine engineers and structural engineers has been pooling their skills to design the Vulture flag. The team has been responsible for designing a mix of conventional materials, including concrete and steel, synthetic fibreglass, wooden beams, and masonry. The team has also developed several unique constructions that incorporate the unique materials and designs of the Vulture flag. The following are just a few of the Vulture flag projects underway this season:
- The Vulture House Project: This is a three-stories structure that incorporates traditional elements from both the vertical and horizontal flags. The Vulture House is being designed by engineers and structural engineers from the Southern African Vulture Trust and built by local residents.
- The Vulture Fence: A·H·M·C·E, this is a mobile-friendly fence that flips from side to side to hold the flagstaff steady. The mobile design means the flagstaff does not needs to be stored in the field.
- The Vulture Food Store: This is a take on the traditional food store where people can purchase traditional goods such as flour, sugar, coffee, and tea.
Make your flag greenery
The second step in the construction of a Vulture flag is to make your flag greenery. This is to ensure there is enough room for the flagstaff and its equipment. To achieve this, a team of structural engineers has been designing a grass-based platform to support the flagstaff and its equipment. The platform can be made of wood, stone, concrete, or other woods that are able to support the weight of the flagstaff. Another important step would be to add other vegetation to the platform to bring it more in line with the surrounding landscape. In this case, you can use native plants or bring in items from the outdoors to give your platform a more lush look.
- Florida soft sand beaches to green mountains
- Tropical forests to tropical plains
- Tropical moist forests to tropical dry forests
- Tropical broadleaf and dry forest to tropical alpine meadows
- Tropical grassland to tropical savanna
- Tropical desert to tropical monsoon timbered forests
- Tropical freshwater estuarine and ocean wetlands
- Tropical verdant savanna
Why green?
Green cover is becoming more and more common in the world due to climate change and sustainable agriculture. To achieve a lush, lush greenery on a private or commercial property is a vital part of estate management. Because of this, it is important to find trees and plants that grow easily in the soil and that don’t require a lot of water. There are a number of trees that can grow naturally in the field that can be used to create a green wall or greenery; we recommend planting them in the home.
- Tropical forests to tropical dry forests
- Tropical broadleaf and dry forest to tropical alpine meadows
- Tropical meadows to tropical savanna
- Tropical desert to tropical monsoon timbered forests
- Tropical freshwater estuarine and ocean wetlands
- Tropical verdant savanna
Care about the environment
The environment is another crucial factor that needs to be considered when it comes to building a Vulture flag. This includes the health and safety of the people who live in the area as well as the surrounding environment. There are a number of measures that can be taken that can help improve the environment and make a strong mark as an architectonic force in the region. One such thing as installing solar panels on the roof of your home can make a real difference in the advancement of these projects.
- Protect your natural resources
- Use sustainable practices
- Reduce electricity usage
- Don’t consume paper products
- Get to know your Flag Team
Get to know your Flag Team
The Vulture flag project team is made up of professionals from a number of disciplines. From landscape architecture to civil engineering, the staff of the Vulture Trust has been working together for the last decade to design, engineer, and build the Vulture flag. The Vulture Trust has been involved in the design of flags for over 40 years and has a rich history of innovation and creative works. The trust has been involved in the design of flags for over 40 years and has a rich history of innovation and creative works. The Vulture Trust has been involved in the design of flags for over 40 years and has a rich history of innovation and creative works. The Vulture Trust has been involved in the design of flags for over 40 years and has a rich history of innovation and creative works. The Vulture Trust has been involved in the design of flags for over 40 years and has a rich history of innovation and creative works. The Vulture Trust has been involved in the design of flags for over 40 years and has a rich history of innovation and creative works. The Vulture Trust has been involved in the design of flags for over 40 years and has a rich history of innovation and creative works. The Vulture Trust has been involved in the design of flags for over 40 years and has a rich history of innovation and creative works. The Vulture Trust has been involved in the design of flags for over 40 years and has a rich history of innovation and creative works. The Vulture Trust has been involved in the design of flags for over 40 years and has a rich history of innovation and creative works. The Vulture Trust has been involved with the design of flags for over 40 years and has a rich history of innovation and creative works. The Vulture Trust has been involved in the design of flags for over 40 years and has a rich history of innovation and creative works. The Vulture Trust has been involved in the design of flags for over 40 years and has a rich history of innovation and creative works.
Final words – The final word from Johannesburg
There is a saying amongst Millennials that applies to all generations: “If you love your job, you will work anywhere and anytime”. If we are to continue to thrive in this country, it is essential that we are able to work in this most terrains of our life; they are the most creative and creative minds in the land. The Vulture flag project team is passionate about their work and want to use this as an opportunity to celebrate the diversity of our country and the many different cultures that are rooted in this country. The
