Chris' Blog
Outdoors Recreation during COVID-19
Posted: Saturday 2 May 2020 by Chris

The mountain safety council has put together a website that contains guidance on what you can do in the outdoors at the current Covid-19 alert level in New Zealand.  This is a very useful resource.

 

Visit Covid-19 Outdoors





Okura Bush Walkway Closed
Posted: Saturday 19 May 2018 by Chris

The forested area of Okura Bush will be temporarily closed from 12 May to prevent the spread of, and protect against, kauri dieback disease.

The track from Stillwater to Dacre Cottage is open.  This closure only affects from Dacre Cottage to Haigh Access Road, where the track will continue to be upgraded to ensure is safe for Kauri.

Click here to view.
Source: Department of Conservation

Details on kauri dieback disease can be found here.





Waitakere Ranges Track Status
Posted: Wednesday 2 May 2018 by Chris

Since the forested areas of the Waitākere Ranges Regional Park are now closed since 1 May 2018 to prevent the spread of, and protect against, kauri dieback disease.

Below is a status list of tracks.

 





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