G-O Hike: Celebrate with a Kitekite Falls walk, Piha!

Hello fellow Get-Outsiders! Join us for a walk to Kitekite Falls in Piha, followed by some snacks afterwards.

IMPORTANT NOTES & UPDATES:-

• Meet Up Time: 8am by the entrance of New World, New Lynn, or 9am at the Glenesk Road Carpark by Kitekite falls (https://maps.app.goo.gl/1biB3iweKSeYkQZ8A).

• Difficulty Rating: Moderate - Much of the walk is now on boardwalk to avoid the spread of Kauri Dieback disease. The Knutzen and Connect tracks involve some steep climbs (mostly via stairs). There may be a couple of stream crossings with stepping stones. Approx 1.5 hours of actual walking.

• Hike Details: After brief introductions we will start the walk from the carpark off Glenesk Road, and then join the Byers and Knutzen tracks, with an optional detour to the top of the falls via the Connect Track. A stop at the falls for photos and possibly a swim for those willing to brave the cold. We will then walk back to the carpark via the Kitekite track, stopping to eat depending on the time.

• Transport/Car Pooling: If you can offer rides to people or wish to request if you can carpool with someone then you can mention this under the 'Conversation' section below on this page and contact each other from there.

• Suitability: Suitable for beginners with reasonable fitness level.

• Completion time: We will aim to finish the walk and leave by 12pm.

• Footwear: Comfortable walking footwear with reasonable grip, no jandals.

• Drinking Water: Bring your own reasonable size bottle/s please. There is nowhere to refill water bottles along the route so best to bring enough for the whole day.

• Bring: Drinking water, packed lunch, footwear/clothing suitable for walking, a rain jacket, sunhat, sunscreen, togs and towel for a swim at the falls and/or beach, a camera to take great photos, and your passion for the outdoors! :)

• Toilets: Public toilets at the start of the track, and at the beach.

• RSVP to this event: Please only RSVP Yes to this event if you are genuinely intending on coming. If your circumstances change and you are unable to attend please change RSVP asap to allow other people the chance to attend. Once available spaces are full for the event there is a waiting list option you can join. If you RSVP and don't show up or contact us, it will be treated as a 'No Show'. If you NO SHOW and don't contact the Organizers you may be removed from the group.

• Cellphone Coverage: Cell phone coverage may not be available on parts of the track.

• Weather: You can check latest weather updates on www.metservice.com. If the weather looks terrible, then the event may be rescheduled to a different evening.

• Hope to see you there! Happy Times everyone! :)

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