Autumn 2023 ISSUE 3 BUY PDF CONTENTS Click on image for full view and caption We took the dog on many of the easy bush walks (it’s amazing who you meet on the tracks — old friends and famous people ©2023 Heather Auckram We took the dog on many of the easy bush walks (it’s amazing who you meet on the tracks — old friends and famous people ©2023 Heather Auckram We took the dog on many of the easy bush walks (it’s amazing who you meet on the tracks — old friends and famous people ©2023 Heather Auckram Cooking marshmallows. ©2023 Heather Auckram ©2023 Heather Auckram I was invited to spend the New Year with friends at their crib at Papatowai. ©2023 Heather Auckram I rode on a trailer being towed along a long sandy beach. I squashed a few sandflies and went to bed blissfully happy each night. Catlins, Southland . Heather Auckram ©2023 Heather Auckram We took the dog on many of the easy bush walks (it’s amazing who you meet on the tracks — old friends and famous people ©2023 Heather Auckram About 10pm the sun went down, so we put the lead on the dog and made our way to the beach. We set up our deck chairs and chilly bin and watched the huge bonfire being lit on the sand. It crackled into life and flames reached for the stars in the still air. People mixed and mingled, sharing a laugh and a story. I crept into my camp some time around 1am on a warm, star-filled night. Hello 2023. ©2023 Heather Auckram We dipped our toes in the cold sea. ©2023 Heather Auckram I went to bed blissfully happy each night HELLO 2023 Heather Auckram I was invited to spend the New Year with friends at their crib at Papatowai. To tell you the truth, it has been fifteen years since I was last in the Catlins. Shameful really; I live in Southland. The weather was perfect. Long hot sunny days with a warm gentle breeze. The drive over was easy, on good roads with little traffic and well signposted. I met my friends at the New Year’s Eve fair on the beachfront. There were markets and games and prizes to be had. I didn’t take any photos as I was so overcome with the joy of being at an old-fashioned fair like those of my childhood many decades ago. About 10pm the sun went down, so we put the lead on the dog and made our way to the beach. We set up our deck chairs and chilly bin and watched the huge bonfire being lit on the sand. It crackled into life and flames reached for the stars in the still air. People mixed and mingled, sharing a laugh and a story. I crept into my camp some time around 1am on a warm, star-filled night. Hello 2023. Over the following hot summer days, we took the dog on many of the easy bush walks (it’s amazing who you meet on the tracks — old friends and famous people), dipped our toes in the cold sea, rode on a trailer being towed along a long sandy beach, squashed a few sandflies and went to bed blissfully happy each night. Oh, I must tell you — there is limited mobile phone reception at Papatowai. I believe a couple of providers work, but I am with Spark and had no phone reception at all. Four days off the radar! If you want to stop the world and get off for a while — then Papatowai could be the place for you. I was shocked at how often I reached for my mobile phone. It was great not being beeped at on a regular basis or concerning myself with melodramas that are not even part of my life. I think I had developed a habit — but no more. My phone stays at home more than I do these days. Thank you Papatowai. Photos ©2023 Heather Auckram Up Up 3 Autumn 2023 , p 8

Autumn 2023 ISSUE 3 BUY PDF CONTENTS Click on image for full view and caption 700 Campers at Kaitoke NZ Fun Adventures What a fantastic weekend of weather and fun. Kaitoke saw over 700 campers on Waitangi weekend. We saw some amazing set-ups of all different kinds. NZ Fun Adventures on Facebook ckw.nz/nzfunadventures Up Up 3 Autumn 2023 , p 4

Summer 2024 ISSUE 10 BUY PDF CONTENTS Issue 10, Summer 2024 Cover image: Waiorongomai Valley ©2024 Greg Lokes Editorial Come Camping Stop and Stay Contribute About TESTING DYNAMIC ISSUE 10 Table of contents Double-digit highways Next SH 32/41, West of Lake Taupo Next SH45 The Surf Coast Highway, Te Ika a Maui North Island Next SH60 Richmond to Collingwood, Tasman Next Butchers Dam aurora Next We got bogged: “Because it’d be funner,” he said Next And people wonder why I like camping Next Springing Next What a difference a day makes Next Waitaki first day Next Ōtaki Rivermouth Next NIWA summer forecast Next Camp Fest ‘25 Next All roads lead to Camp Fest Next I really like the Waiouru Army Museum Next Camping in Tairāwhiti this summer Next Freedom camping news Next Self-containment warrant cards: Which ones are valid? Next But I am not freedom camping… Next A roof-top tent Next Revolutionizing Kiwi camping with Fix’n’Rail Next What is out there Next This is the summer to visit Queenstown Next The Wairau Next Getting your camping vehicle certified Next Dealing with a caravan flat Next Sunday morning caravan Lego Next Old Blue Next Kea attack Next First time out with my new tent Next Thornbury-Aparima Bridge Reserve Next Temple Stream Next Marfells Beach Next Exploring Clandyboye Next Being able to get out into nature Next Making camping more accessible for everyone Next Caravan tales Next Dannevirke Holiday Park is making its facilities more accessible Next What a view to wake up to Next Danseys Pass Next From rugby to pets — How Covid19 started the tail wagging on HELPP VET Next Pippa in the hammock Next Planning to camp with your pet? Resources Next My day at the Ellesmere A&P Show Next The Slow Road Next My day at Ferrymead Next NZ Cheese Festival Next A long weekend on the Waikato River Next Safe toilet chemicals Next The fairy forest walk Next Teeming at Terako Downs Next Terako Downs entrance Next Up, up the Waiorongomai Valley Next Favourite and quick camping meals Next Alice cooking dinner on the BBQ Next Heating a pie Next Ordinary cycle Next Fishing in the snow Next Trying out my new quilt Next GAME: DOC campsites 4: Lower North Island Next HOBBIES: Disc golf Next Stop and Stay: City dwellers: 2nd camp: more adventurous Next Lake Poaka Next Rays Rest Next DOC update Next Uretiti Next King’s Birthday camp at Kekerengu Next Foxton Beach Next Three nights at Conway Flats Next Fantastic time at the Onearo campground Next Come camping Next Festivals Next The All Points Camping Club of NZ Next A summer of content: editorial Next Councils & Government Camping in Tairāwhiti this summer Read But I am not freedom camping… Read This is the summer to visit Queenstown Read Getting your camping vehicle certified Read Thornbury-Aparima Bridge Reserve Read Being able to get out into nature Read Making camping more accessible for everyone Read Dannevirke Holiday Park is making its facilities more accessible Read Safe toilet chemicals Read A summer of content: editorial Read Self-containment & Freedom Camping Camping in Tairāwhiti this summer Read Freedom camping news Read Self-containment warrant cards: Which ones are valid? Read But I am not freedom camping… Read This is the summer to visit Queenstown Read Getting your camping vehicle certified Read Thornbury-Aparima Bridge Reserve Read Being able to get out into nature Read Making camping more accessible for everyone Read Caravan tales Read Safe toilet chemicals Read View More

Summer 2025 ISSUE 13 BUY PDF Contents Click on image for full view and caption spring-going-to-walk-H.webp spring-going-to-walk.webp GO TO as the seasons change I forgot to pack my tramping boots I was going to walk to the end of the valley Tony Kissel I was going to walk to the end of the valley but I forgot to pack my tramping boots, the avalanche warning signs kind of put me off as well. Temple Valley. ©2025 Tony Kissel Up Up Summer 2025 , p 7

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7 Autumn 2024 Autumn 2024 ISSUE 7 BUY PDF CONTENTS Click on image for full view and caption Traction engine rides ©2024 Margaret Earle Traction engine rides My granddaughters particularly liked the traction engine rides and dancing to the music at the various stages around the central business district. ©2024 Margaret Earle Vintage and classic cars On Saturday the main street was packed with a display of vintage and classic cars and other vehicles of those eras. ©2024 Margaret Earle Vintage and classic cars On Saturday the main street was packed with a display of vintage and classic cars and other vehicles of those eras. ©2024 Margaret Earle The vintage weekend is an annual event held over Wellington Anniversary Weekend. Music at the various stages around the central business district. ©2024 Margaret Earle More music Music at the various stages around the central business district. ©2024 Margaret Earle Dancing to the music Dancing to the music at the various stages around the central business district. ©2024 Margaret Earle SteamRail Wanganui ©2024 Margaret Earle Wanganui Aeroclub ©2024 Margaret Earle Aeroclub We drove out to the Whanganui Aeroclub on Sunday morning to see the planes on display. My three-year-old granddaughter had lots of fun climbing into the cockpit of a top-dressing plane and a couple of others that were open to view. ©2024 Margaret Earle Aeroclub We drove out to the Whanganui Aeroclub on Sunday morning to see the planes on display. My three-year-old granddaughter had lots of fun climbing into the cockpit of a top-dressing plane and a couple of others that were open to view. ©2024 Margaret Earle Aeroclub We drove out to the Whanganui Aeroclub on Sunday morning to see the planes on display. My three-year-old granddaughter had lots of fun climbing into the cockpit of a top-dressing plane and a couple of others that were open to view. ©2024 Margaret Earle All Points camp at the Whanganui Intermediate School In January, 70 adults and 25 young people took part in an All Points camp at the Whanganui Intermediate School. ©2024 Margaret Earle A mix of caravans, tents, motor homes and small vans We were camped in a mix of caravans, tents, motor homes and small vans and many camped as family groups or groups of friends. There was a great sense of community during the weekend. ©2024 Margaret Earle A mix of caravans, tents, motor homes and small vans We were camped in a mix of caravans, tents, motor homes and small vans and many camped as family groups or groups of friends. There was a great sense of community during the weekend. ©2024 Margaret Earle A mix of caravans, tents, motor homes and small vans We were camped in a mix of caravans, tents, motor homes and small vans and many camped as family groups or groups of friends. There was a great sense of community during the weekend. ©2024 Margaret Earle A mix of caravans, tents, motor homes and small vans We were camped in a mix of caravans, tents, motor homes and small vans and many camped as family groups or groups of friends. There was a great sense of community during the weekend. ©2024 Margaret Earle A great sense of community at the All Points Camp. All Points camp at the Whanganui Intermediate School. ©2024 Margaret Earle Whanganui vintage camping Margaret Earle In January, 70 adults and 25 young people took part in an All Points camp at the Whanganui Intermediate School. They were camped in a mix of caravans, tents, motor homes and small vans and many camped as family groups or groups of friends. There was a great sense of community during the weekend. The Intermediate School is in walking distance of the many events held during the Whanganui Vintage Weekend. The vintage weekend is an annual event held over Wellington Anniversary Weekend. The first vintage weekend was held in 2012 and the following year the Whanganui Vintage Weekend Trust was formed to grow the event for the benefit of the Whanganui community. Over the course of the weekend a great variety of events are held. Many of these events are free or very low cost. My granddaughters particularly liked the traction engine rides and dancing to the music at the various stages around the central business district. We also visited the steamboat and tram museums on Taupo Quay. On Saturday the main street was packed with a display of vintage and classic cars and other vehicles of those eras. Lots of the activity takes place by the Whanganui River including a riverside market on the Saturday and a Riverside Shindig with live music and food stalls on Sunday. Some locals and visitors get dressed up in vintage outfits and we saw a few steampunkers strutting around as well. On Saturday night the town reverberated to the bands playing on the stages in the main street. We drove out to the Whanganui Aeroclub on Sunday morning to see the planes on display. My three-year-old granddaughter had lots of fun climbing into the cockpit of a top-dressing plane and a couple of others that were open to view. There were also planes taking off and landing on the nearby runway, including a vampire jet and a DC3. After the visit to the Aeroclub we dropped in at the SteamRail Whanganui workshop for a jigger ride. This is the fourth time All Points has used the Intermediate School to camp during at the Whanganui Vintage weekend. By using the school grounds we can keep the camping fees low. The money we raise is donated to the school. The Whanganui Intermediate school grounds are a big grassy site on two levels with a playground and a swimming pool. This year the weather was tropical — hot, sunny, humid, and even a torrential downpour on Saturday afternoon. The school pool was a great place to cool off. On the Sunday evening we had a communal dinner when many of us came together with our food, drinks, tables and chairs. Low-cost camping and community fundraiser. Holding camps to coincide with local community events is a great way to provide low-cost accommodation for out-of-town people who want to visit these events. Schools, scout halls and other community or group facilities are a practical option for these types of weekend. They have the sorts of facilities that campers require and it’s a great fundraiser for them. Come and camp with us next year for the Whanganui Vintage weekend and look out for other All Points camps organised to support local community events. n All Points Camping Club of NZ JOIN US: allpointscampingnz.org For only $35 (1st year) GO TO Celebrating Summer Come and camp with us next year Private property. Not affected by law changes. Up Up 7 Autumn 2024 , p 36 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 interesting places to explore and enjoy STOP and STAY All roads lead to Camp Fest Gary Stoneley Bulls, February 2025 No matter which direction you are coming to Camp Fest from, there are many worthwhile, interesting places to explore and enjoy. North, South, East or West, or just a short distance from the Camp Fest venue there are some great opportunities to take a break and check out something a bit different. The township of Bulls is situated in the lower North Island approximately halfway between the majestic Mount Ruapehu (below) and Wellington ( ckw.nz/bulls ). It forms a junction between State Highways 1 and 3 where travellers’ paths from all directions cross. What better place for NZ’s national camping club, the All Points Camping Club of NZ, to host the third Camp Fest? An affordable, inclusive, family-friendly event for all types of campers. Read about Camp Fest In this article I cover some special places to check out on your travels plus some great places to stay. N is for North National Park Heading toward Bulls from the central plateau, make a benefit of the Desert Road closure (Jan 6 to end of Feb) to take a night at National Park, then give the kids a break at the Ohakune Carrot Adventure Park and indulge in an Ohakune chocolate eclair, before heading on to the Waiouru Army Museum back on SH1. ( ckw.nz/waiouru-museum and more ). The museum is a great place to stop. The museum holds records of past military personnel with very helpful staff to help you with information. It’s a good, safe place to park overnight with the caravan or motorhome. A bit further down the highway, stop at Taihape’s giant gumboot and take a walk up to the Mount Stewart lookout ( ckw.nz/mt-stewart ). This comes highly recommended by travellers. Travel south a bit more to Mangaweka and with two riverside campgrounds ( mangaweka.co.nz/camp ) ……or go a bit further to the Flat Hills Cafe and Tourist Park ( ckw.nz/flat-hills ). With some of the best custard squares in the country, a challenging adult maze, animals, children’s playground and overnight camping this is one stop you will want to come back to. If you are into bushwalks taking a brief detour to the Whitecliffs Boulders may interest you ( whitecliffsboulders.co.nz ). Vinegar Hill Just north of Hunterville you can camp at the popular Vinegar Hill Reserve ( ckw.nz/vinegar-hill , above). Looking across the Rangitikei valley from Stormy Point Continuing on this side road will give you scenic views as you meander across hills and valleys to Feilding or you may wish to continue down SH1 to Bulls. S is for South Otaki Rivermouth, freedom camping spot. If beaches are your thing start with a night at the Otaki River mouth, and the Foxton and Himatangi beaches are worth a visit. There are several campgrounds to choose from. Both the De Molen Windmill ( foxtonwindmill.co.nz ), Oranjehof, Dutch Connection Centre oranjehof.org.nz and Off the Loop water park ( offtheloop.nz ) are worth checking out. Heading up SH1, the Waireka Honey shop has tasty honey blended ice cream and wines with a wide range of homely and beeswax products ( wairekahoney.co.nz ). It’s a chance to pull off the highway and catch your breath before heading up to Sanson and the Bulls Camp Fest. E is for East Heading towards Camp Fest from the East, Dannevirke Holiday Park is set in a tranquil hollow surrounded by native bush ( dannevirkeholidaypark.co.nz | more ). It’s close to the community pool, deer enclosure and bird aviaries. The native bush theme continues with Ferry Reserve, for camping at the base of the Tararua Ranges by the Manawatu River with easy access to the Manawatu Gorge bushwalks ( ckw.nz/ferry-reserve ). Once you have travelled over the Saddle Road, past the windmills, Ashhurst gives you the chance to stop over at the Ashhurst Domain ( ckw.nz/ashhurst-domain ) for the night or choose one of the many routes to Bulls. The most scenic, but longer route would be to head through the Pohangina Valley. Stopping at the Tōtara Reserve Regional Park ( totarareserveregionalpark.co.nz ) and campground or carrying on to Apiti and Kimbolton. Both towns have facilities and reserves for freedom camping. The more direct route to Bulls will take you through Feilding, to the Coachhouse Museum ( coachhousemuseum.nz ), which would have to rate as one of the best-maintained collections of NZ’s farming history in all of NZ. If you have a self-contained vehicle you can stay here overnight for a small donation. A very popular parkover location is Timona Park, adjacent to the Ōroua River and walkway. Whether coming from east or south two ‘must do’s’ in Sanson are Viv’s kitchen ( vivskitchen.co.nz ) with it’s famous cream horns and just adjacent to it, the Retro America store ( retroamerica.co.nz ). W is for West Dudding Lake If you are travelling from Taranaki or Whanganui on your way to Camp Fest there are campgrounds and free camps in Hawera, and two lakeside campgrounds that are worth considering, Lakelands Holiday Park ( lakelands.co.nz ) and Dudding Lake ( duddinglake.nz ) as well as the small coastal campground of Koitiata ( koitiata.nz ). Camp Fest in Bulls The Camp Fest venue offers a large open area for parking of caravans and motorhomes with a tree lined glade for those with tents or small camping units. More on Campfest . Arrive on the Friday if possible to enjoy the full range of activities over the weekend. All the local shops are within an easy walk. The Bulls River was a major hurdle to cross for early settlers and travellers and Scotts Ferry operated down-river near the coast. There is a small low-cost community campground at the heritage site of Scotts Ferry ( ckw.nz/scotts-ferry ) just a short drive from the town. Bulls is in the Rangitikei District which does not have a freedom camping bylaw, so you can park where it is safe to do so, but be aware of your surroundings, other people, litter, and comply with other bylaws and laws. We hope you enjoy your travels to Camp Fest in Bulls in February 2025 and look forward to seeing you there. ◊ Images: © remains with the organisations/businesses and photographers. Read about Camp Fest The Camp Fest website: campfestnz.org Up Up 10 Summer 2024 , p 33

10 summer 2024 Summer 2024 ISSUE 10 BUY PDF ToC Click on image for full view and caption GO TO Springing What a difference a day makes Trevor Karton What a difference a day makes. 27 October 2024. ◊ ©2024 Trevor Karton Up Up 10 Summer 2024 , p 11

10 summer 2024 Summer 2024 ISSUE 10 BUY PDF ToC Click on image for full view and caption GO TO Springing I thought I’d list a few of the resources I’ve found helpful Planning to camp with your pet? Resources Bette Cosgrove We always take Pippa with us and she loves the adventures as much as we do. I thought I’d list a few of the resources I’ve found helpful on our travels with our furry family member, but this is by no means a definitive list. Bette Cosgrove All the camping apps and DOC camping sites have a filter for searching if pets/dogs are allowed in campsites so choose that option when you search. Some campgrounds have pet exclusion policies at certain times of year, some have extra charges for pets, and there are sites with exclusive pet-friendly areas. Check before you go or when you book. Listings on stopandstaynz.org indicate if pets are allowed at sites. Kiwi Camping has a great directory of campgrounds which accept dogs : ckw.nz/kiwicamping-dogs | kiwicamping.co.nz If you’re an NZMCA member almost all sites allow well-controlled pets and some have fenced dog runs. National Parks never allow pets of any kind, even if remaining in the car so don’t take them or risk a hefty fine. DOC allow dogs into more areas if they’ve passed the wildlife/avian aversion training: ckw.nz/doc-kiwi-avoidance | ckw.nz/kiwi-avoidance Websites and apps: you can search for dog-friendly places to stay or visit, dog walking, or advice. dogalong.nz . has a website of listings that are pet friendly. All the online accommodation sites also have pet-friendly accommodation filters, eg booking.com , Bookabach , Tripadvisor and expedia.com . Top 10 holiday parks that allow dogs are listed here: ckw.nz/top-10-dogs . W alk and hike For walk and hike listings try these: andthedogcametoo.com dogpackapp.com alltrails.com/new-zealand/dogs doggies.nz ckw.nz/eukanuba-hiking-dogs ckw.nz/urbanlist-dog-walks ckw.nz/sharemypet-dog-walks Crossing Cook Strait Both ferry services accept dogs… and yes… if they’re happy you can leave them in your vehicle or there are safe crates in the cargo area. bluebridge.co.nz has pet-friendly cabins ckw.nz/interislander-pets has restrictions on number of pets in vehicles. Both ferries allow service dogs in the passenger area. Communities Communities of other dog owners can also give you the support you need so here’s Facebook pages to look for: Pet Friendly Holidays NZ Motorhoming with Pets in N.Z . Dog Friendly Accommodations New Zealand Pet Friendly Eateries and Accommodation New Zealand Anxious travellers If you have an anxious traveller consider gently trying them in your vehicle for short trips first before any long holiday journey. Transfer their favourite bed or blanket into the vehicle with them. A rescue remedy for pets can help. Consider getting advice from the experts like: Canine Friends Pet Therapy— New Zealand caninefriends.org.nz Safety Always consider safety for your pet with a well designed travelling harness and keeping plenty of water available. Opening vents and windows will keep the car cool, and we carry an extra USB rechargeable fan to move the air in the rear of a hot vehicle. Because dogs can’t regulate their body temperature cooling mats or collars might also be needed on extra hot days. Add ice blocks to water bowls and ensure there’s always a shady spot for your pet. Some people carry temporary safety fences to create a safe secure outdoor exercise space around their camp site. Vet needed? If you need urgent veterinary advice and you’re a long way from home there’s a new online triage service to connect you to a nearby vet. See HELPP Vet ◊ Images ©2024 Bette Cosgrove Up Up 10 Summer 2024 , p 29

10 summer 2024 Summer 2024 ISSUE 10 BUY PDF ToC Click on image for full view and caption GO TO Springing a weekend of fun, music, food and family-friendly entertainment Camp Fest ‘25 21-23 February Pack up your tent or camping vehicle and join us at the Bulls Domain for a weekend of fun, music, food and family-friendly entertainment. campfestnz.org Celebrating the whole spectrum of camping from small tents through to large camping vehicles. An awesome line-up of entertainment for everyone, as well as craft, trade and food stalls and a variety of kids activities. Camp Fest 2025 focuses on children and their families: our future campers. Children are free* Adults $40/$30, Children free* All Points Camping Club members $30 Register now ckw.nz/campfest-reg Pay when you register or on arrival (cash or EFTPOS). Print your tickets or save them on your phone to show on arrival. JOIN the All Points Camping Club and get the discount: ckw.nz/apc-join $35 *children school-age or younger are free. "Great catching up with old friends and making new. Some very cool set ups and decorations. " The highlight for me is always the live music especially the covers band for dancing, some super talented people (some are talented campers too). Amy "So many cool campers to check out and vote for. Love the ingenuity and style on display." "Been 2x, first stay the friendliness caused us to join APC. Awesome camp and should be on everyone’s must-do list." Kevin The All Points Camping Club of New Zealand is proud to be the organiser of this wonderful event. Camp Fest is growing each year, this is the 3rd, and it would not succeed without the support of the campers that attend and the general camping industry such as NZ Lifestyle Camping, Route 54 and others in the camping industry. Encouraging our future generations of campers: family-friendly camping Children are our campers of the future so we want to make camping both fun and accessible for families. Activities to keep the younger members of our community entertained and excited about camping will include: Friday evening story-time sessions forpreschoolers and primary school children a talent show a tent pitching competition a treasure hunt quiz, and a colouring competition. The Bulls Domain has a children’s playground and plenty of grassy space for kids and families to set up games and other outdoor activities. We will be providing a variety of play equipment for kids and families to use during the weekend and hope to set up spaces for specific activities such as a bike riding area and a space to fly your kite. "Kids had a ball. Begged us to come again next year." Everyone is welcome at Camp Fest, no matter who you are, what you drive or how you camp Camp Fest is for everyone who camps — whether you have a small pup tent, a large family tent, a pop top caravan, a large motorhome or anything in between. The Bulls Domain has toilets and showers, so it is suitable for camping in tents and vehicles that are not self-contained. We want to make camping fun for everyone and so are planning activities for all ages. Specific activities for kids and their families are being planned. At the last Camp Fest ‘there were very cool set-ups and decorations. My favourite a wee $27 tent by the playground decked out with fairy gear and a wee live fairy inside’. Amy Adults have not been forgotten. On Saturday afternoon and evening you will be able to hear live music from a range of hand-picked artists (more, right) and the Bulls Rugby Club bar will be open. "My friend and I were welcoming people at the gate for most of the weekend. People arriving were all cheerful and there to have a great weekend. We loved the variety of experiences they bought from crusty old campers with decades of camping experience through to those camping for the first time. "One guy turned up in a refrigerated milk truck and we thought he was making a delivery, but it turned out to be all a disguise and the interior of the milk truck was fitted out as a camper." Graham Pet friendly This is a pet friendly event as a large number of us travel with our fur babies. Areas will be set aside around the main field for campers to camp with their pets. Please be aware that dogs must never go on the main playing field. Also keep pets under control and your dogs on a lead at all times. A market square for entertainment, stalls and meeting up with friends We are setting up an area by the stage and rugby clubrooms as a market square with stalls, food trucks and tables and chairs. This will be a great place to chill out, have a bite to each, browse the stalls and enjoy the entertainment. Around the market square will be stalls selling crafts, trade goods and food. The food trucks will have breakfast, lunch and dinner menus. As in previous years there will be competitions for camper’s vehicles, tents and sites. We are also hoping to have some workshops and presentations. Check campfestnz.org for the latest information. Want a stall? Register here: campfestnz.org/stallscampfest Sell your tent or camping vehicle: $20 (plus your entry ticket). "We liked the entertainment, the different stalls, meeting up with friends (of course)…" "The highlight for me is always the live music especially the covers band for dancing, some super talented people (some are talented campers too)." Amy "So many cool campers to check out and vote for. Love the ingenuity and style on display." "Been 2x, first stay the friendliness caused us to join APC. Awesome camp and should be on everyone’s must-do list." Kevin Fun for all ages on the Camp Fest ‘25 stage Our stage programme offers a range of activities such as story time for littlies, activities for bigger kids and a kids talent show. There will be open mic sessions for campers too — we’d love you to share a song, a poem or some comedy perhaps (bring your own instruments). We will have live music Saturday afternoon through to Saturday night. There will be a range of family friendly bands to enjoy. You might like to picnic by the stage and perhaps enjoy some dancing into the evening. The bar will be operating in the rugby club rooms. The stage will shut down around 9pm. Live music line up Jeff & Sheree Acoustic Duo Jeff & Sheree Acoustic Duo This very accomplished duo will be performing their favourite set of classic songs from the 70’s through to today’s greatest artists. Their sound is an amalgam of Jeff’s original, fingerstyle arrangements on guitar, interweaving with Sheree’s soulful bluesy vocals. Incorporating a mixture of Alt-Country, Jazz, Soul Funk Pop but with a rock edge. They play completely live using a loop station and a wing & a prayer! This husband and wife duo is well known in the Manawatu and will bring a super smooth, easy listening vibe. Tina Turley Tina Turley and The Kiwi Connextion Canadian country artist Tina Turley is touring NZ over summer and we are delighted to welcome her back to Camp Fest. Tina is an established country crooner with an unmistakable bluesy, rock n’ roll edge. A powerhouse vocalist who can envelop you and take you on a musical journey with her performance. Tina is bringing her Hamilton-based band The Kiwi Connection with her and this hot little five piece will be playing a range of favourites you know as well as some of Tina’s originals. Karen Clarke Blues Woman Karen is one of NZ’s fine homegrown indie blueswomen. Her music is firmly rooted in Rhythm and Blues. Her original material skirts a range of blues styles with a rootsy, contemporary edge. You’ll detect a dalliance with jazz and alt-country too. A one woman boil up! Her power-packed performance is strong. Grounded. Warm. Her sometimes silky sometimes sultry smoky vocal over distinctive rhythm guitar command regard. This Mama will get your toes tapping. Karen is from Taranaki and she is an All Points Camping Club member. Light Years Light Years Light Years is one of the Manawatu’s best loved covers bands. They were a big hit with the crowd last year so we are delighted that Nick and the boys are coming back again this year. These guys play all your pop and rock favourites and bring a party vibe to our evening. You will be wondering how so much music can come from just three players. Their upbeat energy will charm you onto the dance floor if you are willing. Think party rocks —you know what to do! ◊ All images shared by and belong to attendees. Getting there. Read: All roads lead to Camp Fest "This will be the third year I’ve attended, wouldn’t miss it for the world and there’s so much to do all weekend. A fantastic way to catch up with others and make new friends." Lizzette "The dancing, chatting, debating, eating, cooking, playing, tip-sharing, shopping, viewing set-ups and marvellous camping stories all came together for an amazing time." Bette "Love the common interests and information sharing." Joanne Up Up 10 Summer 2024 , p 31

11 autumn 2025 Autumn 2025 ISSUE 11 BUY PDF ToC Click on image for full view and caption Camping ©2025 Gary Stoneley GO TO Here & there last summer Getting your camping vehicle certified Gary Stoneley NZ’s independent national network for self-containment certification NZ Lifestyle Camping operates as an independent national network for self-containment certification to support the NZ vehicle camping industry. You do not need to be a member of a club or organisation to get your self-containment certification through NZLC but must have a vehicle that is fit for the purpose of habitation. NZ Lifestyle Camping’s network of more than 150 testing officers continues to offer self-containment in accordance with the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers, self-containment regulations. We are committed to supporting all types of campers We also offer alternative certification (low cost option) for those who do not freedom camp or for staying at host properties and events. This is suitable for vehicles with portable toilets and tiny homes as evidence of self-containment. FYI: We do not recommend freedom camping while you await your final documentation and window card. Without these you are at risk being fined. NZLC Fees $63: Green (for ‘freedom camping’) warrant and certificate. ✚ Testing officers charge for their time. ✚ $120 government freedom camping levy. $48: Blue ( not for ‘freedom camping’) warrant and certificate. ✚ Testing officers charge for their time. $20: reissue of lost warrant card. Free: an email copy of a certificate. To find or arrange a self-containment check please contact a testing officer near you: nzlifestylecamping.com North Is: ckw.nz/cert-north South Is: ckw.nz/cert-south NZLC provides both blue and green self-containment warrant cards and documentation through our national network of testing officers. New blue warrant cards remain recognised throughout NZ but not for ‘freedom camping’ ( see the detail ). We wish everyone safe travels l We encourage you to ‘Leave no Trace’ when camping. Kind regards, Gary Stoneley, NZ Lifestyle Camping Ltd 027 246 9778 4 For further information check our website NZ  LifestyleCamping.com ◼️ Choose from an independent national network of more than 150 self-containment testing officers ©2024 NZ Lifestyle Camping Up Up 11 Autumn 2025 , p 39

11 autumn 2025 Autumn 2025 ISSUE 11 BUY PDF ToC Click on image for full view and caption Visitors at Mautohe Cathedral Cove ©2025 DOC Cape Farewell, Pūponga Farm Park ©2025 M Richardson Aoraki/Mt Cook from Sealy Tarns. Michael Hamilton Creative Commons Remotest hut: Gorge River Hut. © DOC Whariwharangi Campsite.: Sharon Hart | CC BY 2.0 Northern Buller’s albatross in Peru. © Javier Quiñones Whio live year-round on fast flowing rivers and streams ©DOC GO TO Here & there last summer DOC update Visitors flock back to Mautohe Cathedral Cove Hundreds of people a day are visiting Mautohe Cathedral Cove’s famous beach following the reinstatement of walking access to the Coromandel beach. DOC has a new process to manage weather and landslide-related risk at the Cove. Watch for any track warnings or closures on DOC’s website. ckw.nz/mautohe New management for Puponga Farm Park Two parties have been chosen to manage Pūponga Farm Park, adjacent to Golden Bay’s Onetahua/Farewell Spit. HealthPost Nature Trust will carry out restoration work in the Triangle Flat area of the farm park. They will build a predator fence across the base of the spit to provide a line of defence against reinvading predators. They will work closely with Pest Free Onetahua, a large-scale conservation project removing pests on Onetahua/Farewell Spit and the surrounding areas. The farm and crossing road area will remain open to the public. ckw.nz/puponga Image:Cape Farewell, Pūponga Farm Park | ©2025 M Richardson $35-rate IVL tourist dollars supports the conservation estate $30 million from the the previous $35-rate International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy will be used to fund more than a dozen projects to boost biodiversity and the tourist economy. $11 million for tourist access and safety, including upgrades to huts, suspension bridges, car parks, facilities. $19 million for reducing the spread of predators and invasive plant species to protect biodiversity. The funding covers work across the next three years. ckw.nz/govt-funding-IVL Image: Aoraki/Mt Cook from Sealy Tarns. Michael Hamilton | Creative Commons Favourite West Coast huts On the West Coast you’ll find a huge range of tramping opportunities. A few West Coast staff share their favourite huts and adventures. ckw.nz/wc-huts Image: Remotest hut: Gorge River Hut. © DOC The Great Walks DOC has announced that bookings for the 2025/26 season for New Zealand’s Great Walks and other huts and campsites will open in May. ckw.nz/great-walks-25 Mythbusting: There’s been a bit of misinformation going around about booking our Great Walks. We’ve written this blog to tackle the most common misconceptions. ckw.nz/gw-myths Image: Whariwharangi Campsite.: Sharon Hart | CC BY 2.0 There and back again — an albatross’ tale If you’re after epic adventures, you can’t look past the story of Carlos Zavalaga, who followed Northern Buller’s albatross all the way from Peru to the tiny island of Motuhara in the Chathams and back again! ckw.nz/albatross Image: Northern Buller’s albatross in Peru.© Javier Quiñones The ten-buck-duck: Whio Take a duck-dive into the shallows for a quick wade around the ducks of Aotearoa. Includes advice on being decent to ducks. ckw.nz/10-buck-duck Image: Whio live year-round on fast flowing rivers and streams | ©DOC Up Up 11 Autumn 2025 , p 33