Pi, a Greek letter, also spelled "π" has been the representation of an infinite number we all come to know as 3.14 or the ratio of the circumference of the circle to its diameter. First used in the 18th century, we continue to use it today.
In the year 2015, Pi Day will have special significance on 3/14/15 at 9:26:53 a.m. and p.m., with the date and time representing the first 10 digits of π. That same second will also contain a precise instant corresponding to all of the digits of π. However, some argue that 9:26:54 a.m. and p.m. on 3/14/15 are more accurate because of the 11th digit of π being 5, which would cause the 10th digit to round up to 4.
The event aligns with the following events across the country:
GP: GC5JX4R
WC: GC5JXRR
NW: GC5M569
NC:
MP: GC5JXZC
LP:
KZN: GCMYG6
FS: GC5J0QD
A geocoin has been created for the event this year. The design takes into account a number of elements of Pi. A full description will be made available. And it has a South African Sunset colouration. This is a limited edition coin so pre-orders is absolutely necessary.
The event will take place at:
Where: The Island Nature Reserve
Date: 2015/03/14.
Time: 08:30 until 11:00.
Entrance Fee: Permits:R20 per adult, R10 per child
There are well maintained picnic sites with braai facilities and cachers can bring their picnic baskets, snacks, blankets etc. or have a brunch/braai (braai pie) while we socialize on this epic day.
We planned to take a group photo at 9:26:53 (or as close as we can to the time)
Please log a “Will attend” in order for us to get the right picnic spot.