Upcoming walks 2020
Walks on this programme may be changed for reasons of safety, due to track or weather conditions.
SAFETY IS PARAMOUNT
The Club does its best to provide safe trips. However, all outdoor activities of this nature attract some risk. You are responsible for your personal safety and your participation in trips acknowledges acceptance of this.
The Club does its best to provide safe trips. However, all outdoor activities of this nature attract some risk. You are responsible for your personal safety and your participation in trips acknowledges acceptance of this.
Unless otherwise specified, transport to all walks is by chartered bus.
REGRETFULLY - ALL WALKS NOW CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
22 March - Duders Regional Park & McNicol Homestead, Clevedon
South - normal start
Bus $30 CANCELLED - DUE TO CORONAVIRUS
Rescheduled from last programme. A farm park on a peninsula with 360 degree views and several walking trails, a pa site and Clevedon’s famous buffalo herd. Options for A and B walkers. Plus a visit to historic McNicol Homestead.
Leaders: Anne Knight & Janet Lowe
05 April - Waipu Coastal Trail (Punakaiki of the North)
North - normal start
Bus $40
From Waipu to Langs Beach. Mature coastal pohutukawa forest and regenerating native bush, plus amazing limestone rock formations similar to the Pancake Rocks on the South Island’s west coast. Low tide 10.30am
Leaders: Linda Scott & Don MacLeod
19 April - Port Waikato: Sunset Beach, River & Dunes
South - normal start
Bus $30
Where the Waikato River empties into the Tasman Sea, this laid-back area has real charm. A good walk taking in a beautiful beach, ever-changing dunes, interesting history, a gem of a garden reserve and a great cafe!
Suitable for everyone. Low tide 13.35
Leaders: Lawrie Scott & Sharleen Bishop
Suitable for everyone. Low tide 13.35
Leaders: Lawrie Scott & Sharleen Bishop
03 May - Waiheke Island - Northern Headland Walk and Cable Bay Vineyard
Fullers ferry
9am sailing
Everyone’s happy place. The northern headland walk is a favourite, wonderful views, stunning clifftop homes and a glass of wine or cup of coffee at the vineyard if you wish! B option available. Low tide 09.06 Book with Fullers. www.fullers.co.nz/timetables-and-fares/
Leaders: Janet Lowe & Joan King
17 May - Kakepuku Mountain, near Te Awamutu
South - early start
Bus $40
Outstanding views over the Waikato landscape from the summit of this mountain, an old bush-covered volcanic cone and pa site. We may spot North Island robins and the rare king fern. Bonus visit – either Shaw’s Bird Park, sadly threatened by urban development roading, or Lake Serpentine wetlands.
Leaders: Don MacLeod & Anne Knight
07 June - Exploring Parnell: Auckland's Oldest Suburb
South - normal start
Bus $25
An area of surprising leafy reserves you probably didn’t know were there, and historic buildings showcasing some of Auckland’s rich history. There’s Alberon palm grove, Kinder House, Ewelme Cottage, Holy Trinity Cathedral, a market if we’re lucky, and much more. Suitable for everyone.
Leaders: Marilyn Page & Jennifer Northover
Leaders: Marilyn Page & Jennifer Northover
21 June - North Shore's East Coast Bays
North - normal start
Bus $25
We start at Milford Beach and head north to Torbay. A great winter walk with grand views of the Hauraki Gulf from the coastal walkway. Stride along "The Pipeline”, a now smooth pathway connecting three bays. Bush areas, places of historical interest and fascinating cliff formations. Suitable for all.
Leaders: Fiona Kandziora & Molly Burke
