Have you experienced Turoa in the summer?
There are beautiful valleys and striking volcanic features tucked away nearby. Come for a wander up to the Wintergarden, then a scramble over the rocky terrain out to the east to see the botanical alpine treasures hidden there nestled in the amazing lava flows. You will see a completely different perspective – and we will tell you some stories on the way. We may see a North Island edelweiss but no guarantees. If we have clear weather, the vista over the Rangataua Lava flow and out towards the Waimarino are stunning.
This trip is led by two ex DOC staff, now local conservationists and mountain enthusiasts; one with an interest in the local history and botany, and the other a policy and land tenure expert.
Trip Length: Approx 4-5 hours
Minimum Age: 12 years
Maximum Participants: 20
Meeting Place: Tūroa Ski Area Plaza (at the seating outside ski field café) @10am
Transport: Own - must drive up to Tūroa
Cost: Koha
Trip may be cancelled or postponed due to weather. Postponement date 7th January 2022. Covid alert levels changes may also result in cancellation.
Please note: You will be asked to sign a health and safety waiver after the safety briefing on the day.
Participants are asked to bring the following:
Waterproof & warm clothing - windproof jacket
Tramping boots or solid walking shoes
Sunglasses / sunscreen / sunhat
Gloves and warm hat
Packed lunch
Snacks and drinks
Personal first aid kit
Personal medication
Camera (optional)
Please note: The Trip Leader reserves the right to refuse anyone who is insufficiently equipped.
COVID-19 POLICY
Please find below important information regarding our policy under the Covid-19 Protection Framework. This policy is valid whether we are in red, orange, or green in the traffic light system.
All trips (except the Avian Aversion Training) will require attendees to wear a mask to the meeting point and show a valid vaccination passport. A DOC employee will cite vaccination passports at the meeting point on the day of your trip. These settings are to keep volunteers, staff, and attendees safe, as well as for the safety of the wider communities we operate in.
Avian Aversion Training attendees do not have to have a vaccination passport but must be wearing a mask.
All trip leaders are double vaccinated.