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Horse riders will have an opportunity to join a two-day trek around the hills and valleys of Ahuroa and Kaipara Flats next month.
The annual event is being organised as a fundraiser for the Ahuroa School and Ahuroa Hall.
Hall committee chairperson Christine Bullock says the trek winds through native bush and across private farm land, which is not normally open to the public.
“The views are magnificent and at one point you can see both coasts,” she says. “We are very grateful to the local farmers who very generously allow us to ride over their farms.”
The ride is fully catered with space available for campers and their horses.
“We trek three to four hours each day and trekkers are met by community members, mainly parents and volunteers, with lunch and refreshments each day.
“Breakfast and dinner – lamb on a spit – are run out of a woolshed and the homestead of one of our wonderful host families. The community donates and provides lots of delicious home baking, exciting salads and desserts, which are always well-received by our trekkers.”
The organisers hope to raise $10,000, which will be spent on school resources and an upgrade of the hall and grounds.
Bullock says the trek is suitable for riders of all levels, providing they have some riding experience. Children are welcome, as long as they are accompanied by an adult rider.
Bullock says consideration is also being given to including walkers, but anyone interested in walking should contact her for more information.
The ride will be held on the weekend of February 25 and 26.
To register, email christine_a_bullock@hotmail.com or phone 027 514 9696.
