TE AHU A TURANGA: MANAWATU TARARUA HIGHWAY SHARED PATHWAY
DATE: 30th August
TIME: 8.30am (tbc)
MEETING LOCATION: COI Car Park
DIFFICULTY: Easy/Mod
LEADER: Carl
COST: tbc
DOGS ALLOWED: Yes (must use own transport)(email
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Join us as we explore the new shared path alongside the Te Ahu a Turanga: Manawatū Tararua Highway, that replaces the Manatatu Gorge Road. We will start at the Ashhurst end and walk over ending our walk in Woodville. This looks like it's going to be an absolutely stunning walk!
DISTANCE: 12.5km
ELEVATION GAIN: 475m
TERRAIN & TRACK DESCRIPTION: Wide pathway with steady climb, may be some steps on optional extras
MAP:
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/te-ahu-a-turanga-manawatu-tararua-highway-shared-parthway-6018df1
If this is your first time tramping with us, please fill out the online signup form:
https://submit.jotform.com/233232459607861 :
WHAT TO BRING (*essential items)
*Day pack
*Sturdy walking shoes or tramping boots with good grip
*Drink Bottle - 1-2 litres
*Rain Jacket
*Warm Clothing - wear or pack (can still get cold in summer)
Sun hat or warm beanie – pack one and wear the other
Sunglasses – wear or pack
*Packed lunch and snacks – pack more than you think you'll need
First Aid Kit (if you have one, otherwise leaders will have some)
Money for Ice Cream and/ or a hot drink afterward (optional)
Spare shoes & a change of clothes to leave in cars
TRANSPORT
We use our private vehicles for transport. The event organizers select the Vehicles and drivers before the event. If you would like to take your vehicle, please email ASAP so the organizer knows your vehicle is available. We prefer drivers for our events to have attended a few events before driving and to have held a full NZ driver's license for 2 years
SAFETY DISCLAIMER
Please note that by joining this tramp, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own safety and well-being, and have the fitness to be able to complete the tramp. The organizers and leaders will do their best to keep everyone safe, but they are not responsible for any injuries, accidents, or damages that may occur during this tramp
River City Walking Group - Whanganui Website: www.sporty.co.nz/rivercitywalking Facebook: www.facebook.com/RiverCityWalking
Contract: Willem Doodeman-Beamsley 027 899 2458
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