What we’re about
Greetings All .
Welcome to Slow Hiking and Urban Walks Auckland & Beyond.
Slow Hiking refers to a more leisurely approach to hiking, and our Auckland recreational activities where the focus is on enjoying the surroundings and the experience rather than covering ground quickly. It's about taking the time to appreciate nature, stop and take pictures, or simply savour the moment, especially if you're new to New Zealand and Auckland.
Key aspects of slow hiking:
- Focus is on quality time together...And the experience:
- Rather than speed, the emphasis is on enjoying the views, the scenery, and the overall hiking experience.
- Pace and movement:
Slow hiking involves a slower pace, allowing for more breaks and stops on these outdoor activities. - Exploration:
It encourages exploration and taking the time to notice details that might be missed in a faster-paced hike. - Social interaction:
Slow Hiking can be a great way to socialize with friends and learn something about the trees, birds and plants along the way. - In essence, slow hiking is about appreciating the journey and the environment rather than rushing to reach a destination.
Be sure you come prepared to be warm and comfortable outdoors when we stop for chats, wear wool layers in Auckland..or at least carry additional clothes in your backpack.
BE SURE YOU HAVE BROUGHT ALONG YOUR RAIN PROTECTION- YOUR LUNCH AND SNACKS- WATER AND CARRY IT ALL IN A PROPER BACKPACK.
MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS :
Be sure you have a Clear recognizable
Face picture of yourself, close up, without wearing sunglasses.
BEST to use your First name, and perhaps only your surname Initial, like Aimee J , or Margaret K, or Amid R.
This keeps your identity safe.
If you're photo is Not acceptable, or you can't answer the Profile questions . your membership will be cancelled so slow check before you join us please.
We share rides and cars to get to our Events, so having a clear recent photo of yourself keeps everyone honest and the people happy involved with CARPOOLING.
What to Expect -
# Low Level SLOW Hiking Events ARE 3 to 5 hours - Ideally Suited for Beginners and Others Keen on Slowing Down ...You'll know what to carry and bring along.
Answer the Event Questions to Secure your Spot.
# Medium Level SLOW Hiking Events -
Suitable for Experienced Hikers and Trekkers. - You'll have the Knowledge and bring Proper All Weather Equipment and Be Okay With Gear Checks before we Go Bush.
# Urban Street Slow Mid Week Walks after Work Winter & Daylight Saving Walking 2 to 3 hours. Slow Walking. . Some Hills.
You'll want to have a Headlamp and Grippy Shoes or Boots. Reasonable level of walking fitness if wet days previously .
# Local Trail Events will mostly be in Auckland . We visit the Waitakere Ranges often... and North Shore areas of Auckland.
In the Waikato Region - Or Rodney District - Events are Generally Medium Level of Difficulty..
We will still do Slow Hiking THROUGH the Year - RAIN PROTECTION AND WARM WOOL LAYERS ARE IMPORTANT TO ALWAYS CARRY.
Sometimes Slow Hiking Events will Include Opportunities to Stay Overnight.
Meanwhile...It's fine if you take your time too, on some of our super slow, open to family and friends, bring children, teenagers along ETC.
These will be Special Theme Days..most likely in warmer weather, we might have BBQs and Play Petanque Games.
Let's get outdoors together, and sometimes in , enjoy the beautiful nature and landscaping of our hearts IN AUCKLAND.
Smell the flowers, and linger longer..
No Guests , Vaping or Smoking or Unfriendly People.
More details coming up with our Slow Hiking Events .
Thanks everyone.
HAPPY HIKING