Mt Wellington (Maungarei) and Panmure Basin approx. 12kms

This Saturday we will walk up to the summit of Maungarei to enjoy 360degree views over the Tāmaki Estuary, Panmure Basin, Rangitoto Island and Stonefields. We will descend to the latter, walk around the wetland and then back and around the Panmure basin. Some of this walk is hilly and might be slippery, and a good level of fitness is required to keep up the pace for the 12km.

We will meet at the corner of Mountain Rd and Maungarei Memorial Drive at 1.50pm for a prompt 2.00pm start.

We'll do a circuit walk: Some sections of the walk will need extra care such as crossing a busy road.

What to bring:
Sun and rain protection
water and afternoon snacks
Sturdy closed shoes with a good grip
Something to sit on for snack stop (optional)

Sorry no children, pets or smoking

We would appreciate a small yearly (voluntary) contribution paid to our Bank account to help pay the meetup.com charge which is currently NZ$350 per year. We suggest somewhere between $5-$10 per year or $2 a visit. Thanks :)
Account owner: weekend walks 38-9026-0763672-00
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