Walk 16 – Whangamumu Whaling Station *NEW*

After a 40 minute bus ride to the start of the Whangamumu Whaling track you will enter the Tangatapu wetlands, which is a story in itself. The wetlands exhibit a range of habitats from coastal to inland areas, providing diverse opportunities for wildlife. After a long climb, you will be blown away by the view at the top. Time to take a drink and enjoy the peace. Descending into the harbour itself you will follow a path that whalers used to take in the early 20th century to one of New Zealand’s last remaining shore-based whaling stations. There will be time to explore the waterfall, have a swim in the sea and relax! Bring your cameras.

Saturday 11th Assemble time: 8am Return HQ: 4pm Duration: 40 minutes bus each way, 2.5 hours walk return, rest of time is enjoyment! Distance: 8.5 km Grade: Medium to Hard Maximum numbers: 15 Category: Family-friendly – children 10 years plus Cost: $40 Use this link to book

IMPORTANT NOTES

1. Please check what is included and the time and length of your walk so you know what you need to bring in terms of food and water. It’s always a good idea to have a card or cash on you as you never know what you might encounter along the way.

2. The Russell Bowling Club is our Walking Weekend HQ, all walks start from there.

3. How the walks are graded

• We want to make sure everyone enjoys their walks. • Please match your level of fitness to your chosen walks to maximise your safety and enjoyment. • It can spoil the day for you and your group if you set out on a walk you have difficulty completing.

Grade 1 Easy Suitable for anyone. Tracks are of a good standard, mainly flat with a few gentle rises, well-formed and very easy walking

Grade 2 Medium Suitable for most people. Flat to hilly on well-formed tracks that are of a medium standard. Surfaces vary with some short steep grades

Grade 3 Medium to Hard Good fitness level required. Tracks are of variable but good quality including more demanding climbs and descents of moderate duration. Can have muddy/slippery stretches after rain

Grade 4 Hard High fitness level required. Tracks variable to rough, with longer distances and steeper sections than Grade 3. Can be muddy/slippery after heavy rain

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