7 Autumn 2024 Autumn 2024 ISSUE 7 BUY PDF CONTENTS Click on image for full view and caption I can’t really take in how gorgeous the McKenzie Basin is ©2024 Louise Hamilton I can’t really take in how gorgeous the McKenzie Basin is ©2024 Louise Hamilton Foray into paradise Louise Hamilton I can’t really take in how gorgeous the McKenzie Basin is. Very sore bum after cycling yesterday however, so swimming and reading this afternoon. ©2024 Louise Hamilton Canterbury High Country GO TO Celebrating Summer swimming and reading this afternoon Up Up 7 Autumn 2024 , p 5 ISSN 2815-827X (Online) | ISSN:2815-8261 (Print) ISSUE 4 editor@campingthekiwiway.org

7 Autumn 2024 Autumn 2024 ISSUE 7 BUY PDF CONTENTS Click on image for full view and caption Day 1, Nelson Lakes Bikepacking the top half of the Rainbow + Sedgemere Track + bottom half of the Molesworth. ©2024 Simon Kennett Day 1, Rainbow Rd My favourite part of the Rainbow Road. ©2024 Simon Kennett Day 1, Riding a ford Teaching Miro the ramifications of being a half bike length back on ford. ©2024 Simon Kennett Day 1 Also loved the grasslands and views into the mountains. ©2024 Simon Kennett Day 1, Past the skifield turn-of Past the skifield turn-off, the fords became proper 4WD worthy. ©2024 Simon Kennett Still heading up the Wairau. ©2024 Simon Kennett Day 1, Hells Gate! Hells gate! ©2024 Simon Kennett Day 1, Big country Miro's first time riding in such big country and she really nailed it. ©2024 Simon Kennett Night 1, Sedgemere sleepout Sedgemere sleepout -- big sky action, so some of us slept out of the sleepout. ©2024 Simon Kennett Day 1, Elevation St Arnaud to Sedgemere sleepout. ©2024 Simon Kennett Day 2, Sedgemere sleepout The gang... ready to see what Day 2 had in store. ©2024 Simon Kennett Day 2, Sedgemere Track Sedgemere Track is only open for six weeks of the year... perhaps the hottest six weeks of the year. ©2024 Simon Kennett Day 2, Sedgemere Track Mind you, I wouldn't want to be here during the coldest six weeks of the year. Super-exposed as well as 1000 msl - this place must be brutal in winter. ©2024 Simon Kennett Hunting the shade Even as early as 9:30am, we were hunting out shade for our first break. ©2024 Simon Kennett Day 2, Brutal climb By mid-afternoon it was starting to bake. Luckily we found a nice spot for a dip in the river, soon after this brutal wee climb. ©2024 Simon Kennett Day 2, Rock formations. More groovy rock formation in the Acheron valley. ©2024 Simon Kennett Into the wind After turning into the wind at the Acheron Accommodation House, we really were getting fan-baked. Mercifully some cloud cover formed half an hour later, and we were able to function normally again. ©2024 Simon Kennett Jollies Pass Jollies Pass was the most technical part of the trip, so naturally Kerei (on his gravel bike) blazed off the front. James (on his week-old MTB) rode at a sensible pace. ©2024 Simon Kennett Day 3 Elevation Sedgemere sleepout to Hanmer (via Molesworth and Jollies Pass). ©2024 Simon Kennett Day 3, Hanmer Capped the trip off with an excellent day of R+R in Hanmer with Kerei's family. So good! ©2024 Simon Kennett A small, perfectly formed bikepacking trip Simon Kennett Haven’t done a huge amount of biking this summer, but sometimes all it takes is a small, perfectly formed bikepacking trip to rekindle the love. So it was, two weeks ago I set off with Miro, Bronnie, Claire, James and Kerei to do the top half of the Rainbow + Sedgemere Track + bottom half of the Molesworth. Photos ©2024 Simon Kennett GO TO Celebrating Summer all it takes is a small, perfectly formed bikepacking trip Back country camping. Not affected by law changes. Up Up 7 Autumn 2024 , p 15 ISSN 2815-827X (Online) | ISSN:2815-8261 (Print) ISSUE 4 editor@campingthekiwiway.org

A small, North Canterbury, gem of a town, with friendly, welcoming locals, walks, exhibits, cycle rides, shops and free overnighting. Perfect for a couple of nights. Or more. BUY PDF CONTENTS Spring 2023 ISSUE 5 Up Small town: Waiau Miriam Richardson A small, North Canterbury, gem of a town, with friendly, welcoming locals, walks, exhibits, cycle rides, shops and free overnighting. Perfect for a couple of nights. Or more. Waiau, in the Hurunui district, is on State Highway 70, the Inland Kaikōura Route, that links Kaikōura with Hanmer Springs and Amberley. It is a short side trip off SH7, the Lewis Pass highway. Settled in 1860, it is the oldest settlement in the region and the local historical society has created an intriguing range of exhibits to interest and inform, including the original gaol, a shed full of carriages, and museum displays in an old sod cottage and an old church. Plenty to explore, even out-of-hours. Three sad events hit Waiau in the last 7 years. Waiau was near the epicentre of the 2016 earthquake, suffering considerable damage to buildings and roads. The Waiau Lodge Hotel, red-stickered after the earthquake, burned to the ground in 2021. In 2022 the beautiful local campground was closed, taking the dump station with it. Where you can stay The Waiau Tavern offers free overnight stays (including tents), in exchange for you enjoying the tavern’s fare. Dogs are welcome. The parks are in the grassed-over space where the hotel once stood or on hard stand by the tavern. There is a toilet, also used by the tavern patrons, and a water tap, available on request. To the north of Waiau there is a freedom camping spot in a lay-by beside the Wandle Bridge. Hurunui (weirdly) requires you to arrive after 8pm and leave by 8am. Mt Lyford Lodge, 22km north, offers powered and unpowered campsites on 3 nights of the week. Facilities The Waiau Tavern serves the 300-odd locals and visitors with drinks, marvellous food (both dine-in and takeaway), a lovely outdoor area, really friendly locals, pool, and overnight parking. The town also has a dairy /cafe, Brenda’s on Lyndon, the well-stocked Waiau Foodmarket, a hardware store and two fuel pumps (one with 24-hour access). There is free wifi in the township. Look for the sign on the public toilets for instructions. A recycling depot is across the river. Walking, cycling, swimming, exploring in Waiau There are two 30 minutes walks, plus there is the Waiau historical trail, a meander with many interest points. There are 3 bike rides from the township, one 90, two 60 minutes return, a mixture of sealed and gravel surfaces. Waiau is on the 260km Hurunui Heartland Cycle Ride between Kaikoura and Christchurch. The swimming pool is open in the warmer months and visitors can get a key to use it. Waiau is a small town that welcomes visitors, enjoys meeting them, and has things to do and a place to stay. Time your visit to join in, or come along and just enjoy it. Miriam Richardson Links Waiau: waiau.nz Waiau Tavern: ckw.nz/waiau-tavern Cycling in Waiau: ckw.nz/waiau-cycle Hurunui Heartland: ckw.nz/hurunui-cycle The Alpine Pacific Route Join in with these Waiau events Events at Waiau Restore rally 13–15 Oct. A rider event, open to all over 18yrs. Bikes, trikes, all welcome. Fireworks fundraiser. Waiau pig hunt is on at Labour Weekend (21–23 Oct).A fund raiser for the fire brigade. Hurunui garden festival 26–29 Oct. Gardens, workshops, events, tours, food. Waiau fireworks 4 Nov. Fab night out with lots of fun, family entertainment, stalls. Pay with cash. Amuri A&P show Every March since 1916, in Rotherham, the neighbouring township. 6–7 Apr. For competent riders of off-road motorcycles and ATVs. Set on breathtaking farms. Basic overnight camping. School fundraiser. The old hotel’s stone fence bounds the camping area. Below, the old hotel entry. Up Up Up A gem of a town Click on the gallery for a full size view The Waiau Tavern Outdoors at the Waiau Tavern Rag rug closeup The Cob Cottage Museum The Waiau Tavern 1/31

7 Autumn 2024 Autumn 2024 ISSUE 7 BUY PDF CONTENTS Click on image for full view and caption Xmas at Aniwhenua... ... with 6 others, all old friends from around the North Island. ©2024 Carolyn London Xmas at Aniwhenua ©2024 Carolyn London Xmas at Aniwhenua ©2024 Carolyn London Xmas at Aniwhenua ©2024 Carolyn London Christmas at Lake Aniwhenua Carolyn London Christmas at Lake Aniwhenua , with 6 others, all old friends from around the North Island. Lovely spot, local to us. It was very hot. Carolyn London.Bay of Plenty. ©2024 Carolyn London Any camping is allowed. Not affected by law changes. GO TO Celebrating Summer six others, all old friends Up Up 7 Autumn 2024 , p 15 ISSN 2815-827X (Online) | ISSN:2815-8261 (Print) ISSUE 4 editor@campingthekiwiway.org

7 Autumn 2024 Autumn 2024 ISSUE 7 BUY PDF CONTENTS Click on image for full view and caption I'm heading to The Burt. The coast way. Slowly. ©202 4 Tony Knights. I'm heading to The Burt. The coast way. Slowly. I'm heading to The Burt. The coast way. Slowly. ©202 4 Tony Knights. I'm heading to The Burt. The coast way. Slowly. ©202 4 Tony Knights. I'm heading to The Burt. The coast way. Slowly. ©202 4 Tony Knights. I'm heading to The Burt. The coast way. Slowly. ©202 4 Tony Knights. I'm heading to The Burt. The coast way. Slowly. ©202 4 Tony Knights. I'm heading to The Burt. The coast way. Slowly. ©202 4 Tony Knights. I'm heading to The Burt. The coast way. Slowly. ©202 4 Tony Knights. I'm heading to The Burt. The coast way. Slowly. ©202 4 Tony Knights. I'm heading to The Burt. The coast way. Slowly. ©202 4 Tony Knights. I'm heading to The Burt. The coast way. Slowly. ©202 4 Tony Knights. I'm heading to The Burt. The coast way. Slowly. ©202 4 Tony Knights. I'm heading to The Burt. The coast way. Slowly. ©202 4 Tony Knights. I'm heading to The Burt. The coast way. Slowly. ©202 4 Tony Knights. Heading to The Burt Tony Knights Well after a week of covid and still not a lot of energy I decided bugger it and I’m heading to The Burt [Burt Munro Challenge, Invercargill]. The Coast way. Slowly. Photos ©202 4 Tony Knights. Free camping with a non-fixed toilet will be impossible after the law change. GO TO Celebrating Summer Bugger it, I’m heading to The Burt Free camping with a non-fixed toilet will be impossible after the law change. Up Up 7 Autumn 2024 , p 15 ISSN 2815-827X (Online) | ISSN:2815-8261 (Print) ISSUE 4 editor@campingthekiwiway.org

10 summer 2024 Summer 2024 ISSUE 10 BUY PDF ToC Click on image for full view and caption GO TO Springing Reuben’s caravan Caravan tales Lynn and Charlie Hogg Our caravanning days started 12 years ago to take over from going tenting which we did for a number of years when our two boys were younger. At that time we lived in a small granny flat and I said to my husband if we are going to buy a tent I want to be able to stand up in it. So we ended up getting a 2-roomed one. Our boys were 8 and 6 years old, the younger one, Rueben, having severe autism. I knew it wasn’t going to be easy and that we would learn to deal with things as they happened and some we could prepare for beforehand. Two of the constant issues was the loud nursery rhyme music and the screaming. And when you only have canvas between you and your fellow tenters, and the night seems to make noise a lot louder, you do lots of things to keep the decibel sounds down including bribery. While our older son helped out a lot, eventually there came a time when he didn’t want to go camping with mum and dad. So we started looking at getting a caravan as we really needed to have three people to put up the tent, and my husband didn’t have the best of health either. Being on a low income we couldn’t afford to buy the caravan so we remortgaged and made it manageable for Reuben to be able to pay one off. Our options were limited but eventually we found a big clunky one and even though Reuben has never understood that he owns it he calls it Reuben’s caravan. From then on we could continue our camping holidays with our very best friends Marty and Diana. Although Reuben was getting older there were always going to be challenges taking a special-needs child away and sometimes we didn’t know what they would be until we got to the camp ground. Sometimes we went to the same place more than once, sometimes a different place. One of the things that could have been a bigger issue but, thankfully, hasn’t turned out to be, (well so far), is that even as Reuben’s got older he still needs help with his toileting and showering. Me being his mum and doing it a lot of the time, I couldn’t go with him into the men’s toilets. So I would take him into the female ones. Sometimes there’s a few raised eyebrows but no one has ever queried it. As the years have gone by it has been made easier as though Reuben still needs the help with his personal care, more and more campgrounds have the provision of a disability toilet and shower. Another issue we had was that Reuben was a runner. One minute he was there then blink and he was gone. So we were constantly on high alert to watch him, because when he did disappear he would go straight to the beach or lake. He loved water. As the years went by he took off less and less. Because he has bonded with a portable dvd player (it became like a second skin to him), he was very happy to watch that rather than run, and we were very happy to start getting more rest. After years the screaming starting to lessen and the caravan walls were slightly thicker than the tent ones so the noise was a bit more muffled. We only have to listen to the nursery rhymes now and sometimes they even put us to sleep. The one thing we must have, when booking our camping trip, is a powered site. That is non-negotiable as Reuben must have power for his electrical equipment that has to go with him when we go camping. Many of the owner-caretakers of the campgrounds have been very accomodating in putting us on a powered site as close as they can to the toilet block in case Reuben did wander off and go to the toilet without us noticing. We never had far to walk. It was easier, having the caravan, knowing that at the end of the holiday most things had their place inside. Only a few things had to be brought inside before you could shut the caravan door and leave. It didn’t matter if you got home and couldn’t unpack everything straight away, it was all under cover. Sadly, our caravanning days are slowly coming to an end. In all the years of driving with it I never learnt to reverse it. Charlie or Marty did that. A small house bus/motor home (all-in-one) would be a lot better but that isn’t financially possible. But I’m not looking at giving up camping. We still want to be able to take Reuben away even as we are getting older. So the next option will be going to campgrounds with cabins. We can still keep making new memories and holidaying with our best friends, it just wont be on 2 wheels. ◊ Dannevirke campground goes accessible | Read Alice’s journey Up Up 10 Summer 2024 , p 22

11 autumn 2025 Autumn 2025 ISSUE 11 BUY PDF ToC Click on image for full view and caption The drivers windscreen on our old bus cracked. ©2025 Carolyn and Keith London The drivers windscreen on our old bus cracked. Not once — the cracks just kept coming. ©2025 Carolyn and Keith London The drivers windscreen on our old bus cracked. Not once — the cracks just kept coming. ©2025 Carolyn and Keith London The drivers windscreen on our old bus cracked. ©2025 Carolyn and Keith London GO TO Here & there last summer It pays to try local first The cracks kept coming Carolyn and Keith London We had a week at Aniwhenua with friends again this Christmas. It wasn’t the best week as we had such bad weather — torrential rain then howling winds that destroyed 2 big dome gazebos. We cut our usual 2 weeks short and headed home. But the bad luck wasn’t over. The drivers windscreen on our old bus cracked. Not once — the cracks just kept coming. Keith had to slow right down to stop the window falling in on him — the rubber at the top of the window was coming out. After a few weeks of trying to find someone to fix it we finally found a local mobile glazier who even came on a public holiday. It pays to try local first . ©2025 Carolyn and Keith London Up Up 11 Autumn 2025 , p 9

1 Spring 2022 Seventh week Up Lisa Ambrose Seventh week on the road in Aotearoa in this beauty. Dunedin to Auckland and back again. Lisa Ambrose. Photos ©2022 Lisa Ambrose. Up Up Up Spring 2022 ISSUE 1 BUY PDF CONTENTS Seventh week on the road 1/3

1 Spring 2022 Crossword, Spring 2022 Up Rhonda Marshall Crossword, spring 2022 Download the crossword . View the solution BY: Rhonda Marshall Up Up Up Spring 2022 ISSUE 1 BUY PDF CONTENTS 1/0

1 Spring 2022 Whakamaru Up Tania There are some great freedom camping spots around Whakamaru. This one was at the waterski club. Toilet facilities, boat ramp and swimming spot to hand. Peaceful and quiet. Firm, level and plenty room to manoeuvre. Tania. April 2022. Waikato. PHOTOS: ©2022 Tania Up Up Up Spring 2022 ISSUE 1 BUY PDF CONTENTS Firm, level and plenty room to manoeuvre Whakamaru The waterski club. Toilet facilities, boat ramp and swimming spot to hand. Whakamaru Whakamaru The waterski club. Toilet facilities, boat ramp and swimming spot to hand. 1/5

9 Spring 2024 Spring 2024 ISSUE 9 BUY PDF CONTENTS Click on image for full view and caption From the rvbooks.co,au website From the rvbooks.co,au website © Barry Davidson © Collyn RIvers, rvbooks.co,au Unlike cars, a well-made caravan may last for decades with only minor areas that need attention. Buying used caravans Collyn Rivers Helpful tools when conducting a used caravan inspection include a torch, a damp meter, a ladder and a tape measure. If you can, take along someone who knows about caravans. Unlike cars, a well-made caravan may last for decades with only minor areas that need attention. Not all are like that, however. Is your tow vehicle capable of towing this caravan? While many do so (but may then regret it) it is safer to keep the weight of the caravan to that of the towing vehicle. The first thing to check is the caravan‘s approximate empty weight. It’s so-called Tare Mass (i.e. weight) is likely to be shown on a plate attached to its chassis. It is unlikely to be accurate but gives you a rough idea. A typical caravan‘s fully loaded weight is usually 200–300 kg (440–660 lb) higher. The required tow ball mass is about 10% of that laden weight, Check if that is within your tow vehicle’s ability. More on p13, Towing your caravan Background & documentation Is the caravan‘s size, style and layout suitable for your needs? Who made the caravan — and when? What is the previous ownership history? Where has the caravan been kept and where has it been (if known)? Does the manufacturer still exist and are spare parts for this caravan still available? What documentation is provided with the caravan — you really need a weigh bridge certificate, gas certificate and electrical certificate. Does the caravan‘s VIN plate match with the documentation provided? Is there a service history and are instruction manuals for the caravan and major items available? Does it have a wood or aluminium frame? Is the caravan‘s condition reasonably consistent with its age? Checking the exterior Are there any signs of repairs, scratches, dents, hail damage, bowing, repainting? Is there any sealant around the windows (a give-away that there may be water leakage)? Check that all windows open and close and are in good condition. Check under the caravan for axle or suspension rusting or damage, cracks or deformation. Are the water tanks, wiring and lighting in good condition? Does the caravan look as though it has been off-road? Tyres: do the tyres have ample tread. How old are they (no matter if barely worn, a tyre’s maximum life is 7–10 years. If older, they will need replacing. Are the correct tyres fitted (refer to the compliance plate re their correct size). Is there a spare tyre? © Barry Davidson Checking the interior Is there any smell of dampness (or use of chemicals) to disguise that and/or other smells? Are there any signs of ants or other insects inside the caravan? Ants are a giveaway — they are attracted by damp or rotting wood. If there is any sign of ants the caravan timber may be rotting. Or there may be a water leak. Check walls, ceiling and bench tops carefully (especially around windows and ventilation hatches). Look for dampness, discolouration, bulges, scratches, indents, holes or evidence of repainting or repair. Cupboards: check for daylight between cupboards and walls, loose or missing screws, doors not opening or closing or broken latches. Check for any damage to beds, mattress and storage area. Is the hob/grill/oven/microwave/fridge clean and working? If there is an ensuite check that it is in good condition, e.g. is toilet/shower/hot water working? Are there any signs of leaking, mould or poor ventilation? Pop tops: check the roof can be raised and lowered easily, that all struts are in good condition and that any canvas is not damaged or discoloured. Check the door opens, closes and locks as intended. How many keys are provided? Awning: if there is an awning, check that it opens and closes properly and check its canvas condition. Be realistic about what to expect for the van’s age, but do not be afraid to ask the seller to correct any minor matters prior to sale. If the problem appears significant, look elsewhere. There are always others for sale! What to check – general A-Frame: Is the tow hitch in good condition? Is electrical wiring present and in good condition? Is the handbrake, chains, jockey wheel present and working? If it is safely possible, inspect the roof for leaks, tree/branch, solar module and TV aerial damage. Check that all electrics (including battery) are in good condition and that all lights and appliances work. Check the condition of gas bottles, regulator and piping. ◼️ Buying used Caravan – what to check has been prepared with the kind support of the Caravan Council of Australia. Reproduced with permission. Collyn has a book on buying a caravan or motorhome. Appendix 4 includes a checklist: on Amazon Up Up 9 Spring 2024 , p 20

11 autumn 2025 11 autumn 2025 BUY AUTHOR INDEX AUTHORS Click on image for full view and caption Citreon H & Pop Top at Lake Kaniere ©2025 Graham Leslie Lake Kaniere 1959 Graham Leslie Citreon & pop-top at Lake Kaniere. Stewart Leslie was a keen amateur photographer but slide film was used sparingly in 1958 or 1959 when this photo was taken. Pictured are William and Anna Leslie and Adrienne Houston (later Leslie). ©1959 Stewart Leslie Up Up 11 autumn 2025 , p 14