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Want to learn basic Mandarin? Fascinated about Chinese Culture and History? Curious about whether Chinese Martial Art really works or not? Wonder what's hot in China now and how does the real China different to your imaginary one? Want to travel to China in the future....If your answers are yes, then this will be the right meetup group for you. This is a group for anyone interested in learning chinese language, old and modern Chinese culture, and many odd facts of being a Chinese. All skills levels are welcome. An open and adventurous mind is a must. Looking forward to meeting you all.
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See all- Hiking with friends - Cattle Ridge Track to Ōrongorongo TrackCatchpool Valley Carpark, Lower Hutt
Hey folks!
We are going to explore the Remutaka Forest Park in this hike, which encompasses much of the Remutaka Range. Easily accessible from Wellington, the area is popular with trampers and hunters.
We will meet 10am in Catchpool Valley Carpark. The route will be 10mins in Ōrongorongo Track, up to top via Butcher Track (A stiff climb follows Butcher Stream to around 400 metres and magnificent views of Wellington harbour). From the top of the Butcher Track, Cattle Ridge Track heads north to join the Ōrongorongo Track near Turere Stream. Finally, we will hike back to car park via rongorongo Track. Combined with these tracks, it's a 4 hr (12 km) round trip.
After the hiking, we probably will go to Wainu or Petone to have refreshment.
This trip will only go ahead in nice weather and if there hasn't been too much rain in the days beforehand.
If you are unwell, please stay home and get better!!!!
***HIKE DIFFICULTY***
-- Roughly 12km, 400~500 meters elevation, 3.5 ~ 4.5 hours hiking.
-- The tracks are mostly well formed, some sections very be very steep, rough or muddy. Clearly signposted.
-- Attendance to this event is purely at your own risk. The track is listed as being easy/Intermediate. It is not too hard to handle and the view is worth it.***WHAT TO BRING***
- Non-slip boots!! as it may be a bit slippery in places
- Water/Wind proof jacket!! High possible having rain!
- Lunch and Snacks! Approx. 4 hours walk
- Sunhat, sunscreen, sunglasses
- Water!!
***Location to meet and Transport***
- 10:00 am, Catchpool Valley Carpark
- Can do pickups from Jvl train station at 9:20am if requested, else organise selves
- For those who live near CBD, I would suggest to meet in the platform 9, Wellington Train Station at 9:20 am.- Each carpool passenger from CBD needs to give $10 cash to driver - you are asked to give this at start of trip (bring exact amount)
- Please post a comment in this event if you want to be a driver and offer a ride from CBD or Petone.
***PSVP***
Usually maximum 12 hikers. Please join the waiting list if it's full. Someone may drop off in last day.
Just a reminder if you are unable to make the walk anymore please ensure you update your rsvp so others can join.No show policy: If you are listed as 'Going' and do not turn up, a 'No Show' will be recorded against your name. Three 'No Shows' and you will not welcome to join any hiking events in future.
