Coromandel Life Magazine 2018 Winter

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TOYOTA KIWI GUARDIANS
As an approved Toyota Kiwi Guardians Adventure Site, there
are many activities in the Kauaeranga Valley for children and
families, for which an achievement medal can be earned. Now
that the Valley is open, all these are “ready to go”. Find details
of these self-directed activities by enquiring at the Visitor
Centre or look on-line at
The overall Kiwi Guardian programme also offers challenges
kids can do at home or at other outdoor locations, for which
they can earn medals. View videos, photos and learn about
new ‘Adventure Sites’ at
and
Looking ahead … to summer fun
The Visitor Centre’s Summer Fun Programme, which runs from
mid-December through January, will again offer dozens of
children-and family-orientated events – “our tried and true as well
as new”. Join the popular gecko encounters, learn to polish kauri
gum, attend a stream study, or take twilight walks, to name a few.
New treats include a themed kids’ day, art activities, competitions
and more. Look for the full schedule and more info in our next
issue of Coromandel Life as well as on
THE KAUAERANGA VALLEY VISITOR CENTRE
Receiving more than 30,000 visitors each year, the Centre offers a
wealth of information on the many walks, educational treasure hunts
and the area’s fascinating history and environment. Enjoy 24hr free
access to wifi and checkout the range of short films, available to watch
on request. Then venture out for that swim in the river, or a bushwalk
to a model kauri dam.
Take advantage of their existing classes and nature adventures or
organise a number of talks and activities that are ideal for large groups
of children or adults.
The Audio-Visual room seats up to 50, and is available for hire on a
half day or daily basis.
CONSIDER THE VALLEY FOR YOUR EVENT OR RETREAT
Whether for day or overnight stays, Kauaeranga Valley offers meeting
facilities, accommodation and catering to meet your needs – inside
or outdoors. Take advantage of existing classes and nature
adventures or they will organise talks and activities ideal for large
groups of children or adults.
The adventure company, CanyonNZ, offers individual or teamworking
courses in the Valley in climbing, abseiling and more.
Contact the Centre staff to discuss your group’s needs and how to
create the perfect and unique gathering for your occasion.
In summer, be sure to visit the Centre’s Kauaeranga Café for delicious
food, pastries, ice cream, coffees, and more.
Phone KVC at 07 8679080 or email:
See more about the Valley in Coromandel Life 2017 Spring issue.
CLEAN YOUR FEET–HELP SAVE THE KAURI!
The roll-out of 20 prototypes
of the Mark 2 Kauri Dieback
hygiene stations was
announced in April as part
of DOC’s efforts to reduce
the spread of kauri dieback.
Shown is one of these
innovative cleaning stations
placed at the entrance to
the Pinnacles Track. These
will help protect our forests
by ensuring everyone’s
footwear is free from
possible disease. Other locations for these stations on the Coromandel
for now include Wentworth, Whenuakite and Broken Hills.
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