Today we went on an organised adventure! We went orienteering. While it wasn’t free, it was well priced for a family adventure - $5 per adult, $3 per child and a maximum of $10 for a family. Today’s orienteering course headed out from Peren Park, up Summerhill. There were four options ranging from 1km to 5km. As it was just me and my little pal today, we did a middle sized 2.2km course. I took the carrier for when little legs got tired or keeping on track was needed. It was long enough for me to get into it too (I would have enjoyed this or a longer version doing it for time too). We received a paper map and a trendy finger ring to track our progress at each ‘gate’ and the course leaders made sure we were heading off the right way and hinted at where we would end up coming back into the finish. They were really friendly and super helpful. There were plenty of families and complete beginners, and everyone was treated kindly and with the same enthusiasm. We headed off (at toddler pace) into the tracks of Summerhill. It took us an hour of wandering between the eleven marks and back to ‘home’ at Peren Park. The route was very lovely and, as always, is right on our back door step. Upon return we spent some time exploring the rest of Peren Park - swings, obstacle course, basketball half court (with adjustable hoop) and a hut with a trapdoor!
A very pleasant way to spend a little time on a Sunday. Red Kiwi Orienteering ran this event and have others planned during the year. Membership quickly becomes the best option after you go to a couple of events and realise it is a good way to get outdoors with more purpose than just a wander along the river (not that there is anything wrong with this - we do it often). There is a permanent course at the Esplanade if you want to try it out. The map is available HERE
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AuthorI'm Kate. I have 3 children - 2 bios and a steppie, 1 under 5 and 2 tweenagers. I am determined to spend more time outside this year and share more of Palmy's wonderful places and free play activities. Categories
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