Walks Calendar
6-28 April 2019
Walk / Cycle Track Grading:
1 - Suitable for most walkers/cyclists.
3 - Includes short steep or rough sections. Moderate fitness level required.
5 - Challenging steep sections, rough areas or river crossings. A high level of fitness required.
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Date: Sat Apr 6, 20192019 |
Tuhua/Mayor Island Day TripperTuhua is the ancestral home of the Te Whanau A Tauwhao ki Tuhua. Tuhua is also the Maori name of obsidian and is one of the few places in Aotearoa... DETAILS |
Location: Katikati |
5-0 -
Grade: 5 |
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Date: Sat Apr 6, 20192019 |
Waihi Cemetery Walk 'Early Business Owners & Settlers of Waihi'Guided Waihi Cemetery Walk with Waihi Branch of the New Zealand Society of Genealogists. The theme - ‘Early Business Owners & Settlers of Waihi’. A guided walk talking about some... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi |
1-0 -
Grade: 1 |
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Date: Sun Apr 7, 20192019 |
Aongatete Restoration Trust WalkFor a number of years there has been a bunch of volunteers working towards the restoration of wildlife and plant life in this part of the Kaimai Mamaku Forest Park.... DETAILS |
Location: Katikati |
2-0 -
Grade: 2 |
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Date: Mon Apr 8, 20192019 |
Kauri Block and Harray TrackDeparting from the Coromandel Info Centre join the Monday Walkers group to the DOC Kauri Block walkway. This new DOC track gives fantastic views over Coromandel Town, the Harbour and... DETAILS |
Location: Thames / Coromandel |
3-0 -
Grade: 3 |
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Date: Wed Apr 10, 20192019 |
Karangahake Loop with lunchThe old Karangahake Hall carpark is our starting point wineing (winding!) our way along the river trail into the gorge itself, crossing the river, climbing the steps and creeping through... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi |
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Grade: 2-3 |
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Date: Thu Apr 11, 20192019 |
Katikati PhotowalkThe Haiku Pathway is the only such path in the Southern Hemisphere. This peaceful path wanders along the Uretara Stream, showcasing nature in the heart of town. Bird life is... DETAILS |
Location: Katikati |
1-0 -
Grade: 1 |
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Date: Fri Apr 12, 20192019 |
Te Aroha Trio, Bike, Walk, SwimMeet at Te Aroha i-Site for a 10km ride on the Hauraki Rail Trail to Mangaiti Hall and return before a morning tea stop at the Domain cafe then a... DETAILS |
Location: Te Aroha |
2-0 -
Grade: 2 |
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Date: Sat Apr 13, 20192019 |
Pauanui-Tairua Trail - Night WalkThis track has been constructed by volunteers and local contractors with a goal of linking the towns of Pauanui and Tairua. Beginning at a WW1 Memorial Forest, the trail becomes... DETAILS |
Location: Thames / Coromandel |
1-0 -
Grade: 1 |
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Date: Sat Apr 13, 20192019 |
Puketoki Reserve Family WalkTrack Details: From the car park we take the Long loop track straight ahead, this track does contain some steps and uneven ground. We often see kereru (native wood pigeon)... DETAILS |
Location: Katikati |
2-0 -
Grade: 2 |
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Date: Sat Apr 13, 20192019 |
The Waihi Beach Wires TrackPreviously known as The Poles Walk, this is a track up a ridge line behind the old dam. The Waihi Beach Wires Track is a beautiful hike up and down... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi Beach |
4-0 -
Grade: 4 |
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Date: Sun Apr 14, 20192019 |
A Walk Through Waihi's History - 1Join us for a walk through Waihi’s mining history. We will start inside the Martha Mine open pit near the ore crusher and walk along the conveyor track under three... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi |
2-0 -
Grade: 2 |
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Date: Sun Apr 14, 20192019 |
Bush BotanyJoin in this leisurely walk around Waiorongomai Low Level Loop and learn how to recognise native trees and ferns DETAILS |
Location: Te Aroha |
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Grade: 2-3 |
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Date: Mon Apr 15, 20192019 |
Night Time in the Bush For FamiliesWatch the sunset from Noel’s Lookout then the sights and sounds of the bush at night where night owls and glow worms feature as we explore the Tui Domain track... DETAILS |
Location: Te Aroha |
2-0 -
Grade: 2 |
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Date: Mon Apr 15, 20192019 |
Opito Bay & Crayfish BayJoin the Monday Walkers group on a lovely beach walk, firstly to the north of the beach to see if there are any seals in residence, then back down to... DETAILS |
Location: Thames / Coromandel |
1-0 -
Grade: 1 |
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Date: Tue Apr 16, 20192019 |
Waihi Beach to Shelly Bay - Beautiful Bays, High Hills and HistoryMeeting at the Waihi Beach Coastguard carpark we follow the track up to the trig above the bar at the south end of Waihi Beach. This is a steep climb... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi Beach |
3-4 -
Grade: 3-4 |
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Date: Wed Apr 17, 20192019 |
Nature Play School Holiday ProgrammeFor Ages 5 to 10, join the future Te Aroha and Sport Waikato team to spend the day exploring the bush tracks in and around Te Aroha Domain DETAILS |
Location: Te Aroha |
1-0 -
Grade: 1 |
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Date: Wed Apr 17, 20192019 |
The Waihi Stream Short Loop TrackZig-Zagging the Waihi Stream a few times the track gradually rises through bush past waterfalls. Then a ten minute ascent leads to an old track with views over the Orokawa... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi Beach |
3-4 -
Grade: 3-4 |
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Date: Thu Apr 18, 20192019 |
Mangakino Pack TrackEnjoy the beautiful settings along the Dean and Mangakino Pack tracks to where the Mangakino Stream and Waitawheta River converge. Discover ‘The Rickers’, thousands of kauri trees in a Ricker... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi |
3-4 -
Grade: 3-4 |
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Date: Thu Apr 18, 20192019 |
Stories in the TreesThis is a great walk to the mighty kauri where you can walk above the ground on the boardwalk around the tree. There we will be enlightened and entertained with... DETAILS |
Location: Katikati |
2-0 -
Grade: 2 |
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Date: Sat Apr 20, 20192019 |
The Waihi Stream Long Loop Track(Old Firebreak connection track)This walk follows the Waihi stream its full length then links to the end of the old west fire break track. Take in some fantastic views, bring food and water. ... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi Beach |
4-0 -
Grade: 4 |
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Date: Tue Apr 23, 20192019 |
Coastal WalkwayExperience the magnificent Coastal Walkway, an old bridle path once used by early Maori and European Settlers to link east with west at the tip of the remote yet beautiful,... DETAILS |
Location: Thames / Coromandel |
2-0 -
Grade: 2 |
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Date: Tue Apr 23, 20192019 |
Women's Waiorongomai Wander - Women OnlyJoin Dorine and Mieke on this ladies only walk as they guide you around some of the beautiful Waiorongomai tracks near Te Aroha. DETAILS |
Location: Te Aroha |
3-0 -
Grade: 3 |
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Date: Wed Apr 24, 20192019 |
A Walk Through Waihi's History - 2This is a repeat of the walk earlier in April. See that walk here. Join us for a walk through Waihi’s mining history. We will start inside the Martha Mine... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi |
2-0 -
Grade: 2 |
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Date: Fri Apr 26, 20192019 |
Duncan's Dairy Farm WalkThis walk travels through a dairy farm. Starting at the tanker loop parking area off Woodlands Road, take a half hour journey up the farm’s main race to excellent views... DETAILS |
Location: Waihi |
2-0 -
Grade: 2 |
00 -
Date: Sat Apr 27, 20192019 |
Tuahu Trail RunPark your car at the end of Hot Springs Road (suggest car pooling as there is parking for around 20 cars) and hop on our bus, with all your gear.... DETAILS |
Location: Katikati |
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Grade: 4-5 |
Health and Safety
For your health and safety please:
- Wear suitable shoes/boots and clothing.
- Register for all walks at least three days prior to the walk and declare any medical conditions/medication when you register.
- Bring your own wet weather gear.
- Bring a water bottle, snack food and any medication needed for all walks. For longer walks, please be prepared to bring lunch, first aid kit and torch.
- Stay with the group and follow any instructions given by your walk leader.