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Wellington is taking part in the global wildlife count, City Nature Challenge! This is an collaboration between the VUW Tramping Club and SCB Wellington. The City Nature Challenge is an annual global event where cities from all the over world compete to see who can document the most nature observations on iNaturalist app over four days. It's a great way for people in urban areas to get outside, explore their local ecosystems, and contribute to scientific research, all while having a bit of friendly rivalry with other cities. It is a wonderful way to connect to Te Taiao.

It's a fantastic challenge that promotoes environmental awareness, citizen, science, and the appreciation for the natural world. Even if Wellington doesn't end up on of the leaderboard, the real winner is our connection to Te Taiao, the natural environment that sustains us all.

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  • Sturdy footwear
  • Water and snacks
  • An device that can use the iNaturalist App (recommened)

We'll meet at the Aro Valley Great War Memorial and walk along the bushes of Waimapihi Reserve.

Follow these steps to get set up on iNaturalist:

1. Download the iNaturalist app and create an account.

2. Take photos of wildlife around you.

3. Upload your observations to share with the iNaturalist community. Learn more as your finds are identified by experts.

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Driving down to Lewis Pass via St Arnaud and back for a family tramp. 3 seats available if anyone wants a cheap ride to SI tramps. Just pay for your ferry walk on tickets, and maybe $20 fuel.

Get in touch 027 524 9323 if you've got a plan. 

 

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Hey y'all we're heading to Kawakawa Bay in Lake Taupo to touch some rock this weekend!  You need to have experience with top roping. Lead experience is recommended. It is absolutely required that you know how to conduct yourself safely when climbing outdoors. Unless you are willing to pay for a boat, the crag is a 2-3 hour easy walk from the parking lot to a beautiful bush camp. You could also ride a bike as its a cycle trail.

The club will provide most climbing gear, but you will likely need to bring your own shoes (and harness if you want to lead climb). The rest of the kit you will need is basic overnight hiking/camping gear. The weekend looks dry but cold, so bring an extra down jacket and some warm socks! 

Fuel costs will be $50-70ish. Food is whatever you want to spend, we can chat about doing group dinners:) Camping is free.

We'll leave as early as we can on Thursday afternoon (~4pm), camp the night on the road somewhere and walk in to the crag on Friday.morning.

Let me know what gear you will need on the sign up form. Any questions text 0223288564:)

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Help us restore the coastal environment at Point Gordon! This is a great opportunity to learn about our unique native fauna and flora, give back to nature by helping with some coastal weeding and meet new people!

CVNZ will provide all of the tools/equipment required as well gloves and vests. We will also provide morning tea refreshments and snacks.

Please wear: long sleeved clothing to protect yourself from cuts and scratches, a hat, waterproof jacket and sturdy, covered footwear.

Volunteers are welcome to meet our team onsite, or get a ride in our CVNZ van. *We can transport upto 9 people, please contact our office at: wellington@cvnz.org.nz or call 021 057 1370 to check our availability as we have limited seats.

Meet at the carpark on the rocky outcrop located to the North East of Scorching Bay. Search Google maps for "Scenic view on Great Harbour Way. Also, if you haven't already, please signup to CVNZ "https://volunteerportal.conservationvolunteers.co.nz/s/registration?startURL=" to make an booking for this conservation cleanup, but also please signup here as well :)

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The Paekakariki to Pukerua Bay Escarpment Track, part of the greater Te Araroa Trail, offers an exhilarating hike along the stunning Kapiti Coastline.

Bring: Sturdy footwear, sufficient water and some snacks

Plan: Meet at Paekakariki Station at 10:00 am. You can get there via car or train along the Kapiti Coast. It'll take a few minutes to walk towards the track, which is 9.1km in length, the highest point is 217m and typically takes 3 to 4 hours to complete, but it will take longer since we will stop a few times. The Escarpment Track runs from Paekākāriki to Pukerua Bay, taking in sweeping views of the spectacular Kāpiti Coastline and Kapiti Island, so we'll end the trip once we reach Pukerua Bay Station at the other end of the track. The difficulty is moderate to hard.

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Mid-break tacos! Bring some taco ingredients to contribute :) 

Sign up and we'll email you the address on the day (it's not where we usually live).

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