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GOLD PROSPECTING:
Experienced people from
Thames School of Mines
teach panning for gold, one
of the tools of 19th-century
prospecting used on the
Thames Goldfields. Be
rewarded with your very own
gold to take away!
$10pp (cash). Bring water bottle, togs and a towel.
ROCKY TREASURE HUNT: Join a local expert from
the Thames School of Mines and discover what
rocks, stones and gems lay in our rivers and hills. See
what treasures you can find in the Kauaeranga River.
Suitable for ages 10+. Children to be accompanied by
adult. $10 pp (cash only). Bring comfortable clothing
and footwear you are happy to get wet, sunscreen.
GECKO ENCOUNTER:
Meet Doug Ashby, our local
Herpetologist (lizard expert),
and have an up close, hands
on experience with his
geckos. He has spent a life
time learning about all their
quirky fascinating secrets.
Meet Marilyn, the beautiful
Duvaucel gecko, and see the other bright green and
yellow geckos. Doug has been caretaker of very rare
Coromandel stripped geckos for DOC.
Geckos stress easily so a max of 25 participants will
be strictly adhered to. KVC AV room. All welcome.
CREATIVE WITH NATURE: Join the ranger and have
fun creating things in nature and making something
special to take home with you. For details call KVC or
check out our Facebook page. KVC AV room. Age 8+.
Max: 14. Come in comfortable clothes you don’t mind
getting dirty.
KAURI GUM POLISHING: Come learn the early
settler’s art of kauri gum polishing. Ranger Donna
has learnt the skill from Craig Merritt and will take
you through this old-time process. All welcome but
there is knife work involved so children must be
accompanied by adult. Bring a pocket knife.
ABSEILING: Revive your
sense of adventure! Edwards
Lookout is a perfect spot
for learning to abseil. Under
the instructions of Canyonz
experienced guides, you’ll
also take in stunning views
of the Kauaeranga Valley.
Meet at Whangaiterenga
camp ground 10min before
start time. Photos included
but feel free to bring your own camera. Age 10+. No
max age, just need to be able to walk! Min 4, Max
10. $60. Contact KVC: 07 867 9080 or info@canyonz.
for info and booking. Bring a water bottle,
sunscreen and sturdy footwear.
Canyoning in the valley available all year. Half day
(5hrs) or full day (9-10hrs). See. .
Reference KVC when enquiring for Programme deals!
TWILIGHT WALK WITH KIWI DUNDEE! Join John
from Kiwi Dundee Adventures on a twilight adventure
along Jasper Creek track. Engage your senses as
the light fades and the night settles. Hear about the
valley’s unique flora, fauna and heritage. See glow
worms and other natives that come out at night. A
torch and sturdy footwear are essential. Max: 20.
All ages. 1.5hr duration. Meet 8:15pm at Hotoritori
Campground (3km past KVC).
Sponsored by Kiwi Dundee Adventure Tours. To book a
nature tour or to enquire about a customised tour, see
, or phone 027 474 6219.
WET AND WILD: STREAM LIFE: Join DOC Ranger
Ken to discover our native fauna living below the
surface of the Kauaeranga River. Ken has put out
traps to see what can be found. Come help him clear
the traps and learn about our native fish. Max 15. All
welcome. Bring water bottle, sunscreen.
FUN DAY IN THE PARK: Come for a fun packed
day of family nature-based activities. Something
for everyone. Get creative, enjoy a teddy bears’
adventure, games, and prizes. All welcome, children
accompanied by adult. Bring a picnic, water,
sunscreen. Sat 5th on KVC lawn.
MOVIE AND PICNIC IN THE PARK: ‘Kiwi Christmas’
Bring a picnic for the lawn then come on in to watch
this Kiwi Christmas comedy on the big screen. Ice
blocks and drinks available to purchase on the night.
Great for the whole family. Max: 50. Call 07 867 9080
for more info.
ALL EVENTS ARE A GOLD COIN DONATION PER PERSON UNLESS SPECIFIED. ALL PROCEEDS GO TO SUPPORT KIWI RECOVERY.
Come have a great time, learn, and help get kiwi back living in our
hills. All funds raised will be shared between Thames Coast Kiwi
Care and Whenuakite Kiwi Care - helping kiwi thrive in the wild.
Participants to meet at the KAUAERANGA VISITOR CENTRE (KVC)
unless otherwise noted. Please arrive 15min prior to all events. All
children must be accompanied by an adult.
BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL FOR ALL EVENTS. Some activities have a
minimum and maximum. If no bookings, the activity will be cancelled.
Phone KVC at 07 867 9080 for more details.
Be Sunsmart and slip on a long sleeve top, slop on the sunscreen and
slap a hat on. Insect repellent recommended! Check out our Facebook
page for any updates or changes to the programme closer to the time.
30 COROMANDEL LIFE LATE SPRING / HOLIDAY 2018
THE KAUAERANGA
VISITOR CENTRE’S
PROGRAMME...
EVENT DESCRIPTIONS
SUMMER
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