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 →
High up on the hills behind Westport is the last unmodified coal field habitat in New Zealand. This harsh environment is home to a wide range of rare species including the great spotted kiwi. Currently the area is threatened by a proposed open cast mine. Click here to see what Forest & Bird have been... 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 →
Sisters Cavern is located on private property in a huge valley that runs down the east side of Takaka Hill. In the upper reaches numerous big caves are known including one of New Zealand’s largest called Middle Earth. The cave we were aiming to survey was much lower down and was likely found when the... 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 →
