The Wangapeka Track is one of Kahurangi National Parks best kept secrets. It's rougher and less used than the Heaphy track but its definetly up there in terms of quality. The track was originally built for gold miners heading to and from the West Coast. The rivers are full of trout and blue ducks and... Continue Reading →
Some of New Zealand’s finest tracks are set to become part of a new network of short and day walks. Tourism Minister Paula Bennett and Conservation Minister Maggie Barry have announced that some of New Zealand’s finest tracks are set to become part of a new network of short and day walks. The new networks will... Continue Reading →
The end of winter is near and wasp season (aka Summer) is fast approaching. Here's 5 facts about wasps for you. 1. New Zealand has some of the highest densities of German and common wasps in the world. 2. German wasp nests are grey. Common wasp nests are brown. 3. The world's largest... Continue Reading →
Andy could happily walk up giant mountains all day long and have a great time, I am however a quick wins type of girl so when DOC promised great views, beautiful river crossings and some gold mining history all wrapped up in an easy 3 hour walk, they had my attention. After a quick coffee... Continue Reading →
