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Conservation on the Paparoa Track

Department of Conservation — 11/10/2019

If you’re hiking or biking the Paparoa Track, keep your eyes open. And not just for the stunning views – many rare and wonderful native species live around the Paparoa Track.

In Great Walks, Recreation, West Coast conservation, Great Walks, Paparoa, South Island, West Coast

Tramping blind on the Kepler Track

Department of Conservation — 26/11/2018

Despite a visual impairment that means she can only see light and dark, Mary Fisher is a keen tramper and advocate for getting out and enjoying New Zealand’s natural environment. Mary shares with us her experience walking the Kepler Track.

In Great Walks, Recreation, Walking/hiking/tramping Disability Pride Week, Fiordland, Great Walks, Kepler Track, tramping

Training tips for taking on a Great Walk

Department of Conservation — 09/12/2017

Dreamed of taking on one of our spectacular Great Walks but feel like you need some more training under your belt? Here are some helpful tips just for you.