Name: DALY'S CLEARING FOREST LOOP - WAIKATO REGION
Start: 2024-12-07T09:45:00+13:00
End: 2024-12-07T15:30:00+13:00

Join us as we head off on a hike we haven't done before on the north eastern side of the Kaimai Ranges. This is a fairly easy walk for regulars with generally a gentle rise for about 3km then the rest of the day is a gentle descent. At the start and finish of the day we cross private farmland. Highlights include extensive groves of nikau palms nestled under a canopy of tall tawa, kohekohe and pukatea trees plus the historic Waitawheta tramway track which follows the beautiful Waitawheta Stream. Information boards tell the history of the tramway & area. Lunch will be midway at Daly's Hut a 16 bedder which has a toilet - long drop though.

Depending where you live this should be under 2 hour drive but is worth it. This is about 10 minutes or so drive past K gorge where some of you will have been with Big Stephen.

There are some photos below to inspire you to join us. First photo is the carpark on Franklin Road where we are meeting.

**\*\*\* IMPORANT NOTES \*\*\***
**\*\* As** **this is out of Auckland minimum of 18 hikers, maximum 35 hikers.**
**\*\* For safety reasons if there has been a lot of heavy rain leading up to this hike or rain on the day it will be postponed to another date.**
**\*\* Check the night before for any updates.**
**\*\* Please do not drop out after 4 p.m. the night before or not turn up. This prevent others attending. If you do you will be marked "No Show', 3 "No Shows' and you will not be able to attend for 6 months in fairness to others.**
**\*\* Ignore 'Sugar at Chelsea' and its address - I cant get rid of it. Use the map.**

**WHEN:** Saturday 7 December 9.45 a.m.

**WHERE:** 214 Franklin Road, Waihi 3682.

**GRADE:** 2.5 out of 5 for regular members but should be suitable with anyone with reasonable fitness.

**DISTANCE:** Under 9km.

**PACE:** My usual easy/medium pace but stopping for photo's & scenic spots. ***If you are very slow or want to go fast this is not the place for you! There are other groups to cater for your needs.***

**TIME:** 4 hours max. hiking time - doesn't include lunch or extended fungi hunting & photography.

**TERRAIN:** The tracks are of excellent condition in general. However this is a hike and for those that are use to boardwalk tracks only you won't find any board walks here...all natural surfaces here. This means for all you new hikers you could get your feetwear wet or muddy.

**COST:** Minimum $2 gold coin to help offset costs in putting these hikes for you. Thankyou!
If you wish you can pay online into my dedicated FF account -
**12-3061-0301628-51** in the **particulars** put yr **FF name,** in the **reference** put **Dalys.**

**WEATHER:** Currently sun/cloud.

**BRING:** A pack with water 2L, food/snacks, suitable clothing for this time of year. The tracks are mainly natural surfaces so boots are best or other footwear with good grip. Pole/s would be of help if you sometimes use them. Everyone should carry basic personal first aid items & not rely on others.

**TRANSPORT:** Put name, mobile number & details below if you want a ride. Passengers need to give their driver $30.00 per car **($15 electric car)** & have a plastic bag for dirty footwear etc afterwards.

**NO:** children, animals, smoking & guests - get them to join it's free!

**HEALTH & SAFETY:** Outdoor activities come with some hazards & risks. By RSVP'ing you accept full responsibility for your own safety. If you have flu symptoms best to sit this one out.

**BIOSECURITY:** Please make sure your boots & poles are clean before arrival. We are in kauri country!

**HAVING A STRESS FREE DAY:** Given this is out of town make it easy for yourself. Ensure yr vehicle is fuelled up the day before. Pack the night before. Check how long it will take to get there - allow extra time and the route you will take. If you are a passenger ensure you are at the meeting spot early. Read all the details. All common sense really :)

See you all on Saturday!
Mike 0274 859 069

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