Autumn 2023 ISSUE 3 BUY PDF CONTENTS Click on image for full view and caption Cycle camping: Part 3: completing the South Island circuit Stephen Wood My ride from Rangiora around the South Island had been interrupted near Hokitika, but I was determined to restart it. I chose to do that at Sheffield and head west from there. Leaving Springfield, heading for the alps. It was a persistent nor’wester as I cycled up past Springfield to the start of Porters Pass. The approach to Porters Pass Porters is a long haul on the bike with the steepest part nearer the top. I felt safer walking beside my bike on the twisty climb, due to the lack of visibility around corners. Nearing the top of the pass was a section of road with a road work crew working on one side and temporary traffic control. I told them once I was past the main work site that I could stay in their work lane and didn’t mind oncoming traffic in the free lane, which they thought was a good idea. From Porters I cycled by Lake Lyndon, Castle Hill and Craigieburn. I had hoped to have got to Klondike Corner, but with wind slowing me down decided that the DOC campsite at Lake Pearson was more achievable. It was a basic campsite and the only water supply was to boil lake water. The next day it was 35km before getting to Arthur’s Pass village. From the village its a short climb to the pass itself. The descent required caution due to its steep gradient but is so much nicer with the viaduct bypassing the old zigzag route. After a brief refreshment stop in Otira I pushed on to Jacksons, where I had to decide which way to proceed based in where I could find a camp. I booked at a campsite in Kumara and made it there at 7pm, one of my longer days. I had the campsite to myself. The next day I cycled through Greymouth and on up the coast road. The campsite at Punakaiki make a good resting spot, and surprisingly there is now a bar and restaurant close by, as well as other accommodation options. More surprises the next day — a coffee cart at Fox River and a new café and tourism venture at Charleston. I wasn’t tempted to head into Westport, but instead pushed on up the Lower Buller gorge passing Hawks Crag to Berlins where the pub had set up a basic campground. I got an early start the following day before the forecast rain, but by the time I got to Inangahua it was definitely raining. It was a slow plod continuing up the Buller through to Murchison. Although I got there very early afternoon, it was still raining solidly so I stopped at a backpackers, giving me time for a bit of washing and drying out. A fresh start the next day was in better weather, passing Owen River, Kawatiri junction. I wasn’t sure whether to head to a friend’s place near Mapua or a relative in Nelson, or even whether I could get to either that day. I climbed over Hope Saddle and down to Kohatu. For a cyclist crossing Spooners there is now access to the Spooners rail tunnel, which was cool, literally. An easy coast down to Wakefield where I found my first open food outlet for the day — a bakery. While sampling the delights of the bakery I decided that the location near Mapua was achievable. After a quick visit to the Rutherford memorial in Brightwater I navigated across to my friends’ place. I’d decided that since that had been a long day I’d make it a short day and visit my in-laws in Nelson the next night. Since I was actually closer to Stoke than central Nelson, an early start had me riding in commuter traffic into Nelson’s CBD and then on to the Wangamoa Saddle. Once again l felt safer walking up the twisty climb, even though the speed limit had been lowered to 60 km/h. Grazing stops in Rai Valley and Pelorus got me to Havelock, with time to shop for dinner and set up camp. There were a couple of other cycle tourists that had just come off the Queen Charlotte track. The next day took me through Blenheim and a bit of retail therapy. From there, possible campsites seemed limited — Seddon would mean a very short day, so I was pushing on and hoping to get to Kekerengu. However, the wind was building and slowing me down, so when I spotted that a motel in Ward welcomed campers, I decided that was for me. From here I’d figured that to get home to Rangiora should only take me 3 days. The first was down the coast to Kaikoura, much of it on the highway that was rebuilt after their earthquake, including some interesting art installations telling a version of the Māori creation story. I found a campsite right in the centre of Kaikoura, despite a lot of accommodation being booked out for a weekend event. The next day involved a short bit down the coast to Oaro before turning inland. I was fortunate in getting through most of the Hundalee Hills before rain started, but by the time I got to Cheviot it was raining steadily and I was pretty wet. That prompted a stop in the tearooms, refuelling, and deciding I would get a cabin at the campground instead of camping. It was a good call, meaning I could dry my riding clothes a little before setting off the next morning. I was within 100 km of home! The next day started wet but I was dressed for it and made it through to a welcome café stop in Greta Valley. Although there were several possible stops on the way home, I decided I didn’t need to eat at them all. A second stop at Amberley was in brightening weather so it was a pleasant ride down the road and turning at Waikuku to get home to Rangiora. 12 days riding, 960 km. This is the 3rd part of Steven’s SI cycle tour. Earlier parts: Part 1 | Part 2 Up Up 3 Autumn 2023 , p 21

11 autumn 2025 Autumn 2025 ISSUE 11 BUY PDF ToC Click on image for full view and caption Firth Tower and Museum near Matamata is a tranquil place to camp overnight. ©2025 Graham Leslie Firth Tower was built in 1882 by Josiah Clifton Firth to provide a lookout over the countryside. Josiah Firth was an Auckland entrepreneur who established the 56,000 acre Matamata Estate. ©2025 Graham Leslie The tower and the adjoining villa are now the centre piece of the Firth Tower Historical Reserve. ©2025 Graham Leslie The museum is set in spacious gardens with wide lawns and shady trees ©2025 Graham Leslie GO TO Here & there last summer buy a ticket and have a look through the museum STOP and STAY Camping at the museum Margaret Earle Firth Tower near Matamata is a tranquil place to camp overnight. You can wander around and even have your dinner in the picturesque gardens that surround the museum buildings. Firth Tower was built in 1882 by Josiah Clifton Firth to provide a lookout over the countryside. Josiah Firth was an Auckland entrepreneur who established the 56,000 acre Matamata Estate. The tower and the adjoining villa are now the centre piece of the Firth Tower Historical Reserve. A sizeable collection of other historic buildings from the local area have been moved to the site to create the museum. These include a colonial chapel, schoolhouse and gaol along with a large collection of historic farm machinery. The museum is set in spacious gardens with wide lawns and shady trees. For $15 a night per vehicle you can camp in the carpark of the museum. There are some powered sites available for $20 per night. You need to be self-contained to camp here. The toilet block is open all night for the use of campers. Campers have use of the grounds of the museum even after the museum closes. More details available at firthtower.co.nz/motorhomes . If you are there on a day that the museum is open, I strongly encourage you to buy a ticket and have a look through the museum buildings. They contain an immense amount of historical information about the local area and the staff who work at the museum have lots of great stories to share. Up Up 11 Autumn 2025 , p 10

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

1 Spring 2022 Te Rātā Bay, Lake Tarawera Up Jonathan Collins We started our trip leaving Wellington at 4am sharp. The journey was great, avoiding all holiday traffic, and we made short work of the 5-hour drive towing our jetski up to Lake Tarawera. We transferred our camping gear into our ski and welcomed our friends from South Africa who joined us for Easter as we helped get everyone on the water safely. What we could not fit on the skis we had the local water taxi service bring over to our camping spot. This is a well-run service, and their friendly helpful approach makes it fun. We left the ramp at 11am and had flat water all the way, arriving to the beauty that is Te Rātā Bay (Hot Water Beach). We were the 1st to be at the DOC-run campground and had our tent and site set up within about an hour. The facilities are great there with toilets and a kitchen area to use if needed. Planning is essential as there is no fresh running water there so you do need to take everything with you. We spent the day watching families arrive and set up. We went on walks and explored the area around the camp, which is full of walking tracks. We planned our evening meals to be cooked in the ground and loved putting them in each morning and were amazed by how great they were in the evenings. The best part was the no-stress cooking approach. Our trip was full of swimming in the thermal-warmed water around the lake, jetskiing, exploring, meeting fellow family campers, fishing, diving, hiking, watching sunsets and relaxing in the great outdoors. We highly recommend this as a spot to visit — its affordable and jam-packed with things to do. It's an annual destination for our family now. BY: Jono Collins PHOTOS: ©2022 Jono Collins - [DOC info](/doc-pass) Up Up Up Spring 2022 ISSUE 1 BUY PDF CONTENTS We planned our evening meals to be cooked in the ground ©2022 NZ Fun Adventures Te Rātā Bay, Lake Tarawera ©2022 NZ Fun Adventures Te Rātā Bay, Lake Tarawera Jetskiiing ©2022 NZ Fun Adventures ©2022 NZ Fun Adventures 1/10

11 autumn 2025 Autumn 2025 ISSUE 11 BUY PDF ToC Click on image for full view and caption Waves Camp Local members met up with the Canterbury ‘caravan train’ heading to the Nelson Tāhunanui camp on the Friday and were comfortably set up by mid afternoon under the large Redwood trees on site enjoying fine weather. ©2025 Marty Ireland Waves Camp Entrance We stayed at the Waves Camp just out of Havelock. ©2025 Marty Ireland Waves Camp Entrance ©2025 Marty Ireland Waves Camp ©2025 Marty Ireland Waves Camp ©2025 Marty Ireland mussel-5.webp Local members met up with the Canterbury ‘caravan train’ heading to the Nelson Tāhunanui camp on the Friday and were comfortably set up by mid afternoon under the large Redwood trees on site enjoying fine weather. ©2025 Marty Ireland The Waves camp Limited power points, but oodles of unpowered space available and there were many spots filled with all types of campers, caravans, buses and tents. ©2025 Marty Ireland At the Waves Camp ©2025 Marty Ireland Havelock Mussel Festival ©2025 Marty Ireland GO TO Here & there last summer Havelock Mussel Festival Marty Ireland For the first time we had a camp up event 7–9th March for those wanting to try the Havelock Mussel Festival. We stayed at the Waves Camp (above) just out of Havelock. Local members met up with the Canterbury ‘caravan train’ heading to the Nelson Tāhunanui camp on the Friday and were comfortably set up by mid afternoon under the large Redwood trees on site enjoying fine weather. The forecast for the next day was for possible showers later in the day but we will come back to that. The Waves camp is a rustic but ample country camp with a number of permanents, limited power points, and oodles of unpowered space available and there were many spots filled with all types of campers, caravans, buses and tents. Shiela and her helper Nathan offered a shuttle service to the festival and the feedback of those who attended enjoyed the day, however the event enjoyed a very large attendance and there were long wait times with some food in short supply early in the day, but it was tasty and enjoyable. And then the rain came. Heavy at the start from about 2.30pm then easing off till about 5.30pm. The All Points members made a call and after checking some local venues went on to Canvastown and enjoyed country pub fare and a game of pool. Behind this establishment is a freedom camp spot for self contained vehicles, unpowered, dog friendly on a lead, that we are considering for the event next year, so put it on your calendar and watch the All Points Camping events tab for March next year. We all packed up with a fine morning dawning and parted ways, the ‘caravan train’ heading off to Ōkiwi Bay and the others to the comforts of home until the next adventure. Up Up 11 Autumn 2025 , p 37

1 Spring 2022 The big picture on the proposed changes for freedom camping Up Miriam Richardson The stated intention of Hon Stuart Nash, Minister of Tourism, is to “improve the regime for freedom camping, to protect our environment, remove unfair burdens on locals in some destinations, and lift the quality of tourism.” What does he think the problem is? poor behaviour, waste and litter, and overcrowding by freedom campers; lack of infrastructure and systems to support freedom camping; too many tourists choosing to freedom camp; high costs to local communities; reduced willingness of local communities to welcome freedom campers. What changes has he put into his bill? A: A blanket limit on vehicle-based freedom camping on public land to certified self-contained vehicles only. (Solves none of the above) B: A ‘fixed’ toilet is required for a vehicle to be self contained. (Solves none of the above) C: More powers and tougher penalties to enforce the rules. (Might discourage tourists; might reduce poor behaviour; might make locals feel better. Then again, might not.) D: A national register of self-contained vehicles and a revised system for certification, to prove who is or isnt self contained. (Solves none of the above but will help the enforcers.) AND/BUT: The changes aren’t intended to affect camping more than 200m from a road, nor homeless people. When might the changes affect everyone? It will immediately restricts camping in the 50% of NZ regions that do not already have freedom camping bylaws. Every camper will be affected, 2 years after it is passed by Parliament. What the bill does not address: Lack of supporting infrastructure like rubbish disposal and toilets; lack of enough space for the visitors who arrive; ‘too many’ tourists; poor behaviour; high cost to local communities. BY: Miriam Richardson Up Up Up Spring 2022 ISSUE 1 BUY PDF CONTENTS Immediately restricts camping in over 50% of NZ's regions 1/0

7 Autumn 2024 Autumn 2024 ISSUE 7 BUY PDF CONTENTS Click on image for full view and caption Morisons Bush, Waitangi Weekend 2024 All Points Camping at Morisons Bush, Waitangi Weekend 2024. ©2024 Bette Cosgrove Morisons Bush, Waitangi Weekend 2024 All Points Camping at Morisons Bush, Waitangi Weekend 2024. ©2024 Bette Cosgrove All Points Camping at Morisons Bush Bette Cosgrove All Points Camping at Morisons Bush, Waitangi Weekend 2024. ©2024 Bette Cosgrove GO TO Celebrating Summer Private property. Not affected by law changes. Up Up 7 Autumn 2024 , p 21 ISSN 2815-827X (Online) | ISSN:2815-8261 (Print) ISSUE 4 editor@campingthekiwiway.org

Summer 2025 ISSUE 13 BUY PDF Contents Click on image for full view and caption no-snow__1-H.webp no-snow__9.jpg no-snow__5.jpg no-snow__6.webp no-snow__4.webp no-snow__8.webp no-snow__7.webp no-snow__3.webp no-snow__2.webp no-snow__1.webp GO TO as the seasons change No snow down low: winter camp 3/3 Andrew Morton The idea of seeing snow did not eventuate in Te Anau and Manapouri. A couple of 0˚C nights but so much 10˚C sun in the daytime meant no snow down low. Plenty of walking, and awesome camping. I am having one winter camp each winter month. This was my third, in August. (See Issue 12 for the first two.) 🏕️ Portobello | Invercargill ©2025 Andrew Morton Up Up Summer 2025 , p 11

10 summer 2024 Summer 2024 ISSUE 10 BUY PDF ToC Click on image for full view and caption GO TO Springing Fishing in the snow Shellie Evans Fishing in the snow. Ohau B canal. Spring. ©2024 Shellie Evans Photography ckw.nz/shellie-fb Up Up 10 Summer 2024 , p 17

10 summer 2024 Summer 2024 ISSUE 10 BUY PDF ToC Click on image for full view and caption GO TO Springing on the lounge floor with all the windows open. Trying out my new quilt Tony Kissel Trying out my new Enlightened Equipment quilt. Slept in it last night on the lounge floor with all the windows open. I’m a ‘quiet’ sleeper and don’t move around much during the night so hopefully this will do the trick, no more sleeping bag zips to contend with. Lighter than a sleeping bag and compresses down much more than my old bag. ◊ ©2024 Tony Kissell Up Up 10 Summer 2024 , p 15

11 autumn 2025 Autumn 2025 ISSUE 11 BUY PDF ToC Click on image for full view and caption Early start. ©2025 Marty Ireland Picton marshalling yards. ©2025 Marty Ireland Welcome aboard ©2025 Marty Ireland Our first parking spot on board, ©2025 Marty Ireland Breakfast on board ©2025 Marty Ireland Breakfast onboard ©2025 Marty Ireland South Island from the North Island. ©2025 Marty Ireland On the other side ©2025 Marty Ireland GO TO Here & there last summer Was it worth it? First time on the ferry Marty Ireland As Mainlanders, living in Blenheim we decided, part way thru 2024, to try a ferry crossing with car and caravan and go to an APCNZ event in the North Island. We visited the events tab, both on APCNZ website and on the Facebook pages, with a final decision to go to the Whanganui Vintage Weekend January 2025. After several attempts to make the booking thru both the Bluebridge website and the link on APCNZ website, we made the booking with the appropriate APCNZ discount code and saved over $400 on the return trip for the 5m car, 6m caravan, and 2 passengers,. We were first time ferry travellers with spouse, car and caravan (sadly now no longer with a pet, as was supposed to be, at the outset). The marshal yards either side of the strait were an easy layout, with easy check-in and a coffee cart on the Picton side (you had to leave the yards and cross the road in Wellington), or use your caravan or camper to rest up while you wait. The facilities on the Bluebridge (Strait Ferona) were comfortable and varied and the onboard cooked menu options were a delightful treat served on real crockery with stainless steel utensils. The faster, busier pace straight off the ferry in Wellington was a little stressful after enjoying a slower calmer pace both in the top of the south and the South Island in general. Was it worth it? Indeed. Would we do it again? Looking forward to it. Up Up 11 Autumn 2025 , p 18

11 autumn 2025 Autumn 2025 ISSUE 11 BUY PDF ToC Click on image for full view and caption waihora_H-Linda-7.webp ©2025 Linda Butler waihora_tony-5.webp ©2025 Tony Knights waihora_Linda-1 2.webp ©2025 Linda Butler The Motukārara Races held their annual New Year event on 29 December. We positioned our chairs in a semi-circle to watch the cars arrive. ©2025 Linda Butler The Motukārara Races held their annual New Year event on 29 December. We positioned our chairs in a semi-circle to watch the cars arrive. ©2025 Linda Butler Caroline, Penny and I went for a short ride on the Rail Trail. Me on my scooter and she on her bike. ©2025 Linda Butler Pets are allowed at Waihora. ©2025 Tony Knights GO TO Here & there last summer a base for exploring the nearby Banks Peninsula New Year at Waihora Domain Linda Butler This venue is our favourite go-to for Christmas due to its proximity to everything. If you are travelling or want company for Christmas next year, do consider joining us. Motukārara is about 20 minutes from the outskirts of Christchurch. Toilet, fresh water, BBQ, playground. $10 per vehicle per night. Pets okay. It is a perfect location as a base for exploring the nearby Banks Peninsula (Akaroa, Okains Bay) Little River, Lincoln and more. It is the gateway to the Motukārara Rail Trail leading to Little River, passing Birdlings Flat along the way. The trail to Lincoln is in the opposite direction. Lincoln or Halswell are the nearest for groceries and laundry. There is also a swimming pool at Halswell. Dump stations are located at Rhodes Park in Tai Tapu or Rolleston. We enjoyed 2 weeks here where we met up with members from as far away as Taranaki, Oxford, Ashburton and many from Christchurch. Some stayed a night or two, others a week, another couple the entire 2 weeks. We also welcomed a lot of day visitors this season, met new members and welcomed others to the club. Christmas Day, Denise and Kelvin from Taranaki joined us for lunch. Yes, we even had some pudding. (A couple of others were staying but went home to families for lunch due to the close proximity of the camp to their homes). Boxing Day saw a few more campers staying and we had a combined tea with the main drawcard being the roast lamb cooked by Parky and Liz. We all contributed something to the table. It poured with rain but the gazebo kept us kind of snug. We spent a large part of our time sitting around chatting and camp watching (as we do). Caroline, Penny and I went for a short ride on the Rail Trail. Me on my scooter and she on her bike. We only went 4 kilometres in as the winds were a bit harsh. Still, we enjoyed the little we accomplished. Over the next few days some of the group enjoyed day trips to neighbouring towns including popular Little River, Akaroa and nearby Birdlings Flat. I have fond memories of there as a child fossicking for precious stones. Some of us also went ‘around the block.’ It is 4 kilometres on a mix of shingle and sealed roads. Ray took advantage of a moment for a teaching lesson (p11) on his new water bladder and a water pump which runs off his cordless drill. Interesting and tempting to purchase! The Motukārara Races held their annual New Year event on 29 December. We positioned our chairs in a semi-circle to watch the cars arrive. Most went through the gate on the boundary of the race track. The domain soon filled with parked cars. A few just stayed around their vehicles or the trees and picnicked while making their bets and listening to the race over the loud speaker. New Year was reasonably quiet for us. I do not think any of our group stayed up to see it in. Yes, we are party poopers… lol! The weather was mean to us this season. It was temperamental. Vicious hot sun one day, pouring with rain the next. We did enjoy an old movie in the caravan awning, but I think a projector would give us a bigger screen. Not on the urgent list to purchase. Now we look forward to next year! n Images: ©2025 Linda Butler and Tony Knights. Up Up 11 Autumn 2025 , p 36