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1 30 September 15 October walkingfestival.co.nz Free! The Breeze Walking Festival 1

2 30 September 15 October walkingfestival.co.nz The Breeze Walking Festival Put some spring in your step 50 walks l l Kia ora, Hello, Fakaalofa atu, 你好, Tālofa, こんにちは, Bonjour, 안녕하세요, Guten Tag, Hola, Kamusta, Hallo, नमस त, Goeie Dag, Здравствуйте, Salam, Selamat, Marhaba, สว สด! We are proud to once again support the Breeze Walking Festival which is returning to Canterbury in September and October of Now in its sixth year, the Walking Festival has expanded to include Christchurch city and parts of the Selwyn and Waimakiriri districts. This year s festival will offer 54 walks that will appeal to those wanting to embrace nature, culture, the arts, history, and new developments around our city. The free walks include a range of easy, medium and challenging routes. Some will include activities which will cater for all interests, ages, and cultures, as well as walks which include dogs. All the walks have been designed to offer accessibility to participants of all abilities, including those using wheelchairs and buggies. The walking festival presents a great opportunity for all Cantabrians to explore their city and region, to discover new places, learn more about old haunts, try fun activities, and above all to enjoy a social outdoor experience. So let s get out and make the most of this year s festival, because after all, walking is for everyone! Lianne Dalziel Mayor of Christchurch Sam Broughton Mayor of Selwyn David Ayers Mayor of Waimakiriri Key points to note Walks are FREE Bookings are not required unless specified Wear suitable shoes and clothing Children must be supervised Bring a pack with a water bottle, snack, sun hat, sunscreen and rain coat Walking routes may change due to weather or track changes Walkers are responsible for their own safety, equipment, food, clothing and vehicles Essential information For updates including postponements and cancellations: walkingfestival.co.nz Phone (03) Listen to The Breeze 94.5FM Thanks Thank you to The Breeze for returning to support this important festival in association with the Christchurch City Council. We are grateful to the generosity and creativity of all of our walk providers and partners who put a lot of thought and planning into offering quality walking events during The Breeze Walking Festival. Icon guide Each walk has been given an approximate grading. The grading reflects the type of terrain, duration, and level of fitness required. Easy Flat terrain Medium Mixed terrain Hard Hills/challenging Feature Walk Bookings required Dogs on a Leash Suitable for Buggies Suitable for Wheelchairs Free return transport 2 3

3 30 SEPT 15 It s a Wild Life! Time: 9am 4pm Meet: Christchurch Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre, Rolleston Avenue Approx distance: 1.5km The Botanic Gardens is more than plants! We have lots of animals who live here too. Discover them all on this self-guided discovery trail. Pick up your free booklet from Christchurch Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre. Best for children aged 5 to 10 years of age. 30 SEPT Burnside Park Fitness Trail Official Opening Time: 11.30am 1pm Meet: Outside the Burnside Squash Club, Burnside Park, Avonhead Road Approx distance: 3km Celebrate the completion of the Burnside Park Fitness Trail. Take a walk around the park and try out each station, with assistance from the experts. Lots of fun and a great way to enhance your exercise programme. Active Canterbury puts local walking info at your fingertips. Simply visit us online or give us a call to take the next step ACTIVE ( ) 30 SEPT Discover Birds in Your Backyard Time: 9.30am 12.30pm Meet: Beach Road car park, Burwood Approx distance: 3.5km Discover the rich variety of bird and plant life of Travis Wetlands with ecologist Dr Colin Meurk and then enjoy a BBQ provided by Rotary at the Beach Rd car park. Bookings required. fshaw36@gmail. com or phone Fenn Shaw on (03) Stay active with us on Facebook 5

4 Omai ke O Hui Time: 11am 1pm Meet: Hoon Hay Park, Mathers Road Approx distance: 3km Omai ke O Hui Let Us Walk! Come along and celebrate on a Pacific Island walk with fun, laughter, music and activities along the way. Have a go to win some spot prizes. 30 SEPT Chinese National Day Celebration Time: 11am 12.30pm Meet: Upper Riccarton Library, 71 Main South Road, Sockburn Approx distance: 4km Join us for a celebration of the National Day of China and the Moon Festival with a walk, Chinese folk dance, zumba, tai chi and food! 01 Time: 10am 12noon Meet: The Green Lab, 18 Cranmer Square Approx distance: 3km 30 SEPT Experiments in Adaptive Urban Greening GtR creates temporary public garden installations on vacant land. Join us for a jaunt around current inner city sites which test ideas, engage people and communities and revitalise the cityscape. Walk through Central City Street Party where you may wish to remain for lunch. Suitable for 8 years+ or children in buggies. Rain date Sunday 8 October. Bookings required, limited to 20. jane@greeningtherubble.org.nz or phone Tūhaitara Trail/ Beach Walk Time: 10am 12noon Meet: Tūhaitara Trust Office, Woodend Beach Road Approx distance: 6km Relaxed wander through the forest, past the Tūtaepatu lagoon to view nesting birds and back along the beach and dunes. Central City Street Party Time: 9am 5pm Meet: Cathedral Square 01 Avonside Ramble Time: 2pm 3.30pm Meet: Small Park Corner Retreat Road and Patten Street, Avonside Approx distance: 5km Birds of Christchurch Time: 10am 1pm Meet: Corner of Main Road/Beachville Road, Redcliffs Approx distance: 3km WAIMAKARIRI 01 Cathedral Square and surrounding streets will be closed to traffic for a magnificent street party! Come enjoy local food, performance and be inspired to hold your own neighbourhood street party. A guided walk around and through the Avonside red zone with Avon-Ōtākaro Network. Join Niall from Keystone Ecology and learn about the birds on the estuary from Redcliffs to Charlesworth Reserve. Return transport provided. 6 7

5 MONDAY 02 Going on a Bear Hunt Time: 1pm 1.30pm, 2pm 2.30pm Meet: Walter Park Playground, Innes Road (parking on Hills Road), Mairehau Approx distance: 1km We re Going on a Bear Hunt! We re not scared! Bring the children down to the park for a swishy swashy, splashy sploshy, squelchy muddy, experience. Great outing for the younger walkers and their families. Gumboots essential. MONDAY 02 Sign of the Kiwi to the Bridle Path Time: 9.15am 3.15pm Meet: Sign of the Kiwi car park, Dyers Pass/Summit Road Intersection, Cashmere Approx distance: 10km lands Pegasus Wet Ashley Gorge Ryde Falls Spectacular, panoramic views of Lyttelton Harbour and Canterbury Plains are highlights of this walk. The undulating route along the crater rim traverses a rich mosaic of vegetation and volcanic landforms. Return transport provided. Suitable 12 years+. MONDAY 02 St Martins Reflections Time: 10am 11.30am Meet: Corner of Albert Terrace and Centaurus Road, St Martins Approx distance: 4km Learn about the history of the St Martins suburb and its personalities by walking around some significant sites including the Ōpāwaho-Heathcote River. Bookings required, limited to 25. kandycouling@gmail.com or phone Ken Couling on (03) ,

6 MONDAY 02 TUESDAY 03 Botanic Gardens Walk and Talk Time: 11am 12noon Meet: Christchurch Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre, Rolleston Avenue Approx distance: 1km An opportunity to meet with curators from Botanic Gardens to hear and ask about the plans for future planting, conservation, and the impacts of climate change. The Gumboot Stomp! Time: 10am 4pm Meet: Linwood College, 85 Aldwins Road, Linwood Approx distance: 3.5km Throw on your gummies, stubbies and chequered flanos! Meet at Linwood College and catch the bus with us to Spencer Park. We will be stomping through the beautiful Brooklands red zone and farm land. Fun challenges along the way some physical, some mental and even the odd edible challenge be ready to get messy! The walk will be on uneven terrain and possibly through mud. A BBQ lunch will be provided after the walk by Youthtown staff and Park Rangers plus sports, music and prizes for best dressed. Bookings required. Limited to 40. Stephanie@youthtown.org.nz or phone (03) TUESDAY 03 A Mindful Meander Time: 12noon 1pm Meet: Christchurch Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre Approx distance: 1km Join meditation and mindfulness practitioner Di Robertson on a peaceful meander through the tranquil Botanic Gardens. Take a break from your busy work day to learn about mindfulness and explore the joy of being present in such beautiful surroundings. TUESDAY 03 Rakaia Gorge Experience SELWYN Time: 10am 4pm Meet: Rakaia Gorge Bridge car park SH77 / Inland Scenic Route SH72 Approx distance: 11km A Department of Conservation guided walk providing magnificent views of the river and cliffs in the gorge and passing through forest, riverside scrub and regenerating bush. Optional: 30 minute Discovery Jet experience from the top (at cost), or walk back. Please bring lunch, snacks and plenty of water. Rain date Tuesday 10 October. Bookings required, limited to 20. events@selwyn.govt.nz 10 11

7 WEDNESDAY 04 Discovering Art in Linwood/ Woolston Time: 10am 11.30am Meet: Linwood Union Church, Corner Linwood Avenue and Tilford Street, Linwood Approx distance: 4km This walk will aim to discover graffiti/ art in the Linwood/Woolston area while strolling the Ōpāwaho-Heathcote River and surrounds. You will hear some local history and interesting facts along the way. WEDNESDAY 04 Port Hills by Night Time: 7.30pm 10pm Meet: Victoria Park Visitors Centre car park, Dyers Pass Road, Cashmere Approx distance: 5km An exciting night time exploration of the Port Hills above Christchurch. Bring head torches and a sense of adventure. Bookings required, limited to 18. emma.pavey@ccc.govt.nz or phone (03) WEDNESDAY 04 Gruffalo Explorer Time: Start anytime between 10am to 1pm, finish at 2pm Meet: Bottle Lake Forest Park Information Centre, Waitikiri Drive, off Prestons Road, Burwood Approx distance: 2.3km (routes take approx. 1 hour) Young walkers become mouse to explore the forest to meet all his friends including snake, fox, owl and the Gruffalo plus a few special NZ species. Enjoy storytelling and some special Gruffalo activities. A perfect outing for babies in mountain buggies, young walkers and their families. Rain date Thursday 5 October. It s a Wild Life! discovery trail 30 September - 15 October 2017 Pick up your booklet from Christchurch Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre. THURSDAY 05 A Slice of Beckenham s History in the Loop Time: 1pm 2.30pm Meet: South Library, Colombo Street, Beckenham Approx distance: 4km The walk will trace some of Beckenham s history by walking the Beckenham Loop following the Ōpāwaho-Heathcote River. Find out about the Cashmere Sanatorium and the Old Iron Bridge amongst other landmarks. THURSDAY 05 What s happening in the East Frame? Time: 1pm 2.30pm Meet: Northeast Corner Lichfield and Manchester Streets Approx distance: 2km The East Frame will become the largest inner-city residential development in Christchurch. Construction has begun on the first apartments and townhouses and in the meantime, Gap Filler is overseeing a programme of activities and amenities to grow the community. Come walk, see what we re up to, and hear about future plans. Rain date Friday 6 October. 12 FREE 13

8 THURSDAY 05 Harts Creek Sneak SELWYN Time: 10am 12noon Meet: 31 Lower Lake Road, Leeston Approx distance: 2km One of the only places in New Zealand where you will see the muted swan. This walk is rich in birdlife so bring your binoculars and be prepared to take your time to view white swans, black swans, pukeko, Canada geese, several species of duck, white heron, pied stilts and more. Rain date Friday 6 October. Suitable for 10 years+ Bookings required, limited to 40. events@selwyn.govt.nz or phone (03) THURSDAY 05 Mona Vale Spring Splendour Time: 10am 11am Meet: Mona Vale car park, Mona Vale Avenue, Fendalton Approx distance: 3.5km Enjoy the splendour of spring at Mona Vale Gardens now that they have been restored to their former glory. Bring a picnic or check out the café after the walk

9 30 September 15 October walkingfestival.co.nz The Breeze Walking Festival Easy Flat terrain Medium Mixed terrain Hard Hills/challenging Bookings required Saturday 30 September Tuesday 3 October Sunday 8 October Friday 13 October It's a Wild Life! (Sat 30 Sept Sun 15 Oct) Burnside Park Fitness Trail Official Opening Omai ke o Hui' Chinese National Day Celebration Discover Birds in Your Backyard Sunday 1 October Tūhaitara Trail / Beach Walk Central City Street Party Experiments in Adaptive Urban Greening Birds of Christchurch Avonside Ramble Monday 2 October A Mindful Meander Rakaia Gorge Experience The Gumboot Stomp! Wednesday 4 October Discovering Art in Linwood/Woolston Gruffalo Explorer Port Hills by Night Thursday 5 October Harts Creek Sneak Mona Vale Spring Splendour A Slice of Beckenham's History in the Loop What's happening in the East Frame? Saturday 7 October AllRight? Amble 6th Great Ōtākaro Avon Walk Day Two Christchurch360 Trail in 8 Days Wild Foods Foraging (and Sun 15 Oct TBC) Lyttelton's Antarctic Connections Tuesday 10 October Discover Otukaikino Guided Walk Pūkeko Stomp Treasure Hunt Twilight River Bird Discovery Wednesday 11 October Source to Sea Taylors Mistake by Night Historic Governor's Bay Beachside to Eastside Beech Forest Botanical Discovery Saturday 14 October Hidden Heritage Discovering Otautahi (Sat Oct) Wild Eyes Mission HQ Dog's Day Out Walk on the Wild Side of Sugarloaf Sunday 15 October Antarctic Heritage Trail Meet in the Middle Ashley Gorge Nature Discovery St Martins Reflections Botanic Gardens Walk and Talk Going on a Bear Hunt Sign of the Kiwi to the Bridle Path Dunes at Dawn SCAPE Public Art Walkway (Sat 7 Sun 15 Oct) CBD Tour Glentui Loop Track 6th Great Ōtākaro Avon Walk Day One Dallington Horseshoe Lake Thursday 12 October Kaiapoi River Ramble Hogs Back Hike Godley Head Nordic Walk Forest and Dunes Coming up... Banks Peninsula Walking Festival Weekends 4 to 26 November For more information, visit bankspeninsulawalks.co.nz 16 17

10 Lush beech forests, energising walks, braided rivers, tussock grasslands, breathtaking views, cascading waterfalls, tranquil lakes... all within 1-2 hours from Christchurch Get into nature to refresh your mental, physical and spiritual well-being. See conservationweek.org.nz to find out what s happening in Canterbury. Go to doc.govt.nz/canterbury to find out where. 07 Dunes at Dawn Time: 6.30am 7.30am Meet: New Brighton Clock Tower, Marine Parade, New Brighton Approx distance: 5km Heading north along the dunes and back along the beach, watch the sunrise over the sea with stunning views of the Kaikoura ranges, pier and port hills. 07 Dallington Horseshoe Lake Time: 2pm 4pm Meet: Corner New Brighton Road and Locksley Avenue, Dallington Approx distance: 7.5km A guided walk through the Dallington and Horseshoe Lake Red Zone with Avon-Ōtākaro Network. 07 THURSDAY SCAPE Public Art Walkway Time: 10am 11.30am Meet: Outside Canterbury Museum, Rolleston Avenue Approx distance: 5km Join us for a tour of exciting temporary and permanent artworks as part of the SCAPE Public Art Season 2017 Time in Space (territories and flow). Bookings required, limited to 15. Accessible tours for groups with special requirements available via appointmen. bookings@ scapepublicart.org.nz, phone (03) or book online at scapepublicart. org.nz/season-2017/walkingtours/ Photo: J Henderson 18 19

11 07 Glentui Loop Track WAIMAKARIRI 07 CBD Tour 08 Christchurch360 Trail in 8 Days Time: 10.30am 12noon Meet: Glentui Picnic Area, Glentui Bush Road Approx distance: 2km Pack a picnic and escape the city by joining the Rangiora Tramping Club for a family friendly bush walk within the Mt Thomas Conservation Area. The track descends to a bridge over the Glentui River then climbs a ridge on the other side and includes a beautiful waterfall. Time: 10am 12noon Meet: Cathedral Square Approx distance: 4km How is the new central city taking shape? Catch up on the latest developments with the Crown-led anchor projects in the central city on this guided tour. Staff of Otakaro Ltd, the company responsible for delivering projects like the Convention Centre, Avon River Precinct, Metro Sports Facility and East Frame neighbourhood, will update you on these key projects on this guided tour. Time: 9am 5.30pm Meet: Various locations Approx distance: Day 1: 16km, Day 2: 19km, Day 3: 16km, Day 4: 10km, Day 5: 20km, Day 6: 23km, Day 7: 16km, Day 8: 18km. A truly great walk with ecologist Dr Colin Meurk around wetlands, dunes, streams, braided river beds, estuaries, forests, savannah grasslands, hills, harbours and dizzy heights in 8 days. Suitable for 15 years+ Bookings required, limited to 11. jonsct@protonmail.ch or phone John Scott on (03) th Great Ōtākaro Avon Walk Day One Time: 1.30pm 5pm Meet: Ilam Homestead, Ilam Rd, Ilam Approx distance: 10km Start at the source of the river within the beautiful Ilam Gardens, meander through iconic spots like Riccarton Bush, the Botanic Gardens, and finish within the regenerating central city. A guided walk and commentary threaded with history, culture, ecology, spirituality, and future vision. Return transport provided. Suitable for 10 years+ 08 6th Great Ōtākaro Avon Walk Day Two Time: 1.30pm 5pm Meet: Cambridge Green, Barbadoes Street Approx distance: 16km Follow the Ōtākaro-Avon River from the central city to the sea taking in the extensive Residential Red Zone to the estuary. A guided walk and commentary threaded with history, culture, ecology, spirituality, and future vision. Return transport provided. Suitable for 10 years+ 08 Allright? Amble Time: 10am 2pm Meet: Christchurch Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre, Rolleston Avenue Approx distance: 2km Part treasure hunt, part orienteering, this is a fun family walk with a difference. Pick up your map from the Botanic Garden Visitors Centre anytime between 10am and 1.30pm and scout out hidden delights and activities at five different stations. Collect a stamp at each point and return your map for a goody bag. A fabulous free family time

12 08 Wild Foods Foraging Time: 9am 12.30pm Meet: Naval Point, Lyttelton Approx distance: 8km Explore the coastal margins of Whakaraupō/Lyttleton Harbour, from Magazine Bay to Pony Point Reserve, with scientist and professional forager Peter Langlands. Identify and gather up to 50 edible species learning how to spot the poisonous plants and environmental hazards and chat about how the health of the environment and people are intimately connected. Finish with a cook-up for a taste of the wild. 08 Lyttelton s Antarctic Connections Time: 12.30pm 3pm Meet: Corner of London Street and Canterbury Street, Lyttelton Approx distance: 4.8km This walk will visit heritage sites around the port and town that are connected to the expeditions of Scott and Shackleton. TUESDAY 10 Discover Ōtukaikino Guided Walk Time: 10am 12noon Meet: The Ōtukaikino Reserve, Main North Road Approx distance: 1.2km loop track Discover how Ōtukaikino, a 13ha freshwater wetland reserve and wai tapu site, is being restored as a living memorial between the Department of Conservation and Lamb and Hayward Ltd. An accessible boardwalk loops around the wetland, with ducks, pukeko and interpretation panels to view plus pleasant places to sit along the way. Bring a picnic to enjoy after the walk. TUESDAY 10 Twilight River Bird Discovery Time: 6pm 8pm Meet: Ashley River Picnic Area, Ashley Bridge, Rangiora Approx distance: 2.5km WAIMAKARIRI Walk along the Ashley-Rakahuri riverbed to view the rare native birds that return to this braided river for the nesting season. Bring binoculars and camera for great photo opportunities. Suitable for the whole family but expect wet feet! Booking required, limited to 25. sensor@doc.govt.nz or phone Sarah Ensor on (03) Pūkeko Stomp Treasure Hunt Time: 9.30am 12noon Meet: Halswell Quarry, Kennedys Bush Road, Halswell Approx distance: 1.5km Shake your tail feathers as you skip, walk, hop, and stomp your way around Halswell Quarry Orienteering Course to find Perky the Pūkeko and friends. Enjoy a morning of storytelling, treasure hunting, arts and crafts. A perfect outing for families. Rain date Thursday 12 October. TUESDAY 10 WEDNESDAY 11 Source to Sea Time: 1.30pm 3pm Meet: 303 Radcliffe Road (beside Zealandia Nursery), Belfast Approx distance: 2km During this walk you will discover how long it takes for native plants to grow in this recently planted out Reserve. The walk starts by following the Styx River and then joins the Kaputone Stream were you cross the bridge to discover the Maori Medicinal Gardens. WEDNESDAY 11 Taylors Mistake by Night Time: 7.30pm 10pm Meet: Taylors Mistake car park, Taylors Mistake Approx distance: 5km Bring a sense of adventure to explore Taylors Mistake by night. The walk is not for the faint hearted as the terrain is varied especially in the dark! Bring your head torches. Bookings required, limited to 18. emma.pavey@ccc.govt.nz or phone Emma Pavey on

13 Up for a sweet, free walking adventure? THURSDAY 12 Godley Head Time: 10am 2pm Meet: Taylors Mistake car park, Taylors Mistake Approx distance: 7km Passing Boulder Bay, the track climbs up to the headland and the historic Godley Head coastal defence battery for stunning views of the city and coastline. Find out about the historic military buildings including the Battery Observation posts located at the entrance to Lyttelton Harbour. Carry on high above Breeze Bay to enjoy sweeping views of Lyttelton Harbour and New Brighton before dropping back down to Taylors Mistake. THURSDAY 12 Kaiapoi River Ramble Time: 10am 12noon or 2pm Meet: Kaiapoi Library, Williams Street, Kaiapoi Approx distance: 5km WAIMAKARIRI An interesting walk looking at red zone areas and rebuilt areas. Enjoy views of farmland, Kaipoi river and the Waimakariri river confluence. Walkers will be greeted by local fishermen and birdlife as they stroll through this important wildlife breeding ground. Your mission 1. Find the rogue parking meter in the Square. 2. Print your mission! free thing to see or do. next hidden gem. THURSDAY 12 Nordic Walk Forest and Dunes Time: 5pm and 6.30pm Meet: Broadhaven Park, Bower Avenue, Parklands Approx distance: 3km Learn how to get a total body workout from Nordic walking with exercise poles. Learn the technique before testing it out in the forest and dunes. Poles provided or bring your own. Bookings required. Limited to 10 per group. linda.stewart@ccc.govt or phone Linda Stewart on (03) , text opencity.org.nz 25

14 THURSDAY 12 Hogs Back Hike SELWYN Time: 10am 2pm Meet: Hogs Back Track car park off SH73/West Coast Road Approx distance: 7.8km Hiking for the adventurous with DoC guidance. Breath-taking beech forests, undulating traverses and ridgeline clearings. Enjoy lunch with 360 mountain views at Picnic Rock before descending to Texas Flat for your ride back to the car park. Bring lunch, snacks and water. Rain date Friday 13 October. Bookings required, limited to 20. FRIDAY 13 Historic Governor s Bay FRIDAY 13 Beachside to Eastside Time: 9.30am 2pm Meet: Allandale car park, Governor s Bay Approx distance: 8km Learn of the rich heritage left by the early settlers in the late 1800s. This walk will visit the Allandale Lockup, the old Governor s Bay School and St Cuthbert s, a newly restored church. Bring a picnic lunch. Bookings required, limited to 20. tonyeastwood@qualitypro.co.nz or phone Tony Eastwood on Time: 9.30am 12noon Meet: Cowles Stadium car park, Pages Road for free bus, or meet at 10am at New Brighton Library, Marine Parade Approx distance: 6km Celebrating health and wellbeing, and the love for our Eastside community

15 FRIDAY 13 Beech Forest Botanical Discovery WAIMAKARIRI Time: 10.30am 12noon Meet: Wooded Gully Picnic Area, Mt Thomas Forest Conservation Area Approx distance: 3km Interested in discovering the plant communities in our native beech forests? Join us for a slow meander through the lower tracks on Mt Thomas. Lots of stopping and talking about the plants. Bookings required, limited to 15. sensor@doc.govt.nz or phone Sarah Ensor on (03) Wild Eyes Mission HQ Time: 10am 2pm Meet: Old Information Centre, Christchurch Botanic Gardens Approx distance: 2km Put your nature ninja skills to the test at Wild Eyes Mission HQ! This special Conservation Week Event will see families put themselves through a series of missions scattered around the Botanic Gardens and Hagley Park. Take a photo of your successful mission and upload it into the Wild Eyes community to earn a set of Wild Eyes. Dog s Day Out Time: 10.30am 1.30pm Meet: Tram car park, first right off Ferrymead Park Drive, off Bridle Path Road, Heathcote Approx distance: 2.5km Bring your friendly dogs for a scenic walk, then explore Ferrymead Heritage Park with tram rides, information displays, free microchipping and lots of treats for dog lovers of all ages. Bring a picnic. Light refreshments for sale. Dogs must be on a leash at all times. Pre-schoolers and dogs free, Adults $5, 16 years and under $2. Cash only Walk on the Wild Side of Sugarloaf Time: 10am 2pm Meet: Sign of the Kiwi car park, Dyers Pass Road, Cashmere Approx distance: 4km A walk for the more adventurous that heads off the beaten track to discover the wild side of Sugarloaf Reserve. Walk beneath the canopy of regenerating forest and then climb back up to Summit Road for stunning views. Suitable 15 years+ Bookings required, limited to 15. nigel.morritt@ccc.govt.nz or phone Hidden Heritage Discovering Ōtautahi Time: 9:30am, 1pm, 4pm Meet: Godley Statue, Cathedral Square Approx distance: 2.5km A 90 minute discovery of our inner city s historic gems. We will bring to life our rich Māori and European heritage as we weave through the inner city, exploring and learning as we go. Bookings required. Limited to 20. Book at hidden-heritage.eventbrite.co.nz 28 29

16 Meet in the Middle Time: 10.30am 3pm Meet: Opposite Margaret Mahy Playground on Cambridge Terrace or New Brighton Clock Tower Approx distance: 5km Meet in the Middle is the celebratory opening of Te Ara Ōtākaro the transitional Avon River stopbank trail from city to sea. Join the walk from the city or New Brighton and meet in the middle at Kerrs Reach for a grand community family day and regatta. Bus available at cost Ashley Gorge Nature Discovery WAIMAKARIRI Time: 11am 3pm Meet: Ashley Gorge Recreation Reserve, (between Oxford and Loburn) Approx distance: 1.5km Get into nature during Conservation Week with a selfguided 45 minute walk around the new Ashley Gorge Loop Track including a range of activities for children between 11am and 3pm. Bring a picnic and your togs for a swim in the river. 15 Antarctic Heritage Trail Time: 1.30pm 4pm Meet: Outside entrance to Canterbury Museum, Rolleston Avenue Approx distance: 3.6km Christchurch has long been a gateway for explorers and scientists heading to Antarctica. Visit some of the city s Antarctic landmarks and learn about our connections to the Ice

17 Find a walk! From a 10 minute stroll to a full-day hike, Christchurch parks offer walks for everyone! ccc.govt.nz/find-a-walk #christchurchparks 32