Wednesday 4 March
Pre-workshop outings


REDWOODS MOUNTAIN BIKE

One of the oldest mountain bike networks in the country, with master crafted trails, unbeatable riding surfaces, well-draining volcanic soils, varying topography and fantastic scenery. It is no wonder Rotorua is renowned among mountain bikers as a premier riding destination.

With around 130km of continually evolving trails, there is something to cater for all levels of rider.

Join in on some pre workshop fun.  

Then  an optional drink and  hot soak, post bike ride at Secret spot  https://secretspot.nz/ (at own cost – Soak = $41)

8.00am

Option 1:  Meet at the Mount Maunganui Surf Club.  Drive to Rotorua

9.15am

Option 2:  Meet at Mountain Bike Hire, Rotorua (Waipa State Mill Road).

9.15am

Pick up bikes from Mountain Bike Rotorua at the main carpark (Waipa State Mill Road). 

10.00am

Allow 2-4 hours of riding

2.15pm

Return bikes, meet at Secret Spot Hot tubs https://secretspot.nz/  for swim and beer (at own cost) then travel back to Tauranga 

COSTS: Option one $40, includes lunch and return transportation from Mount Maunganui. Option two $15, includes lunch. 

Bike Hire is at your own cost - Book and pay for your own bike hire here www.mtbrotorua.co.nz/bikehire

Full suspension $60 - $90 for 2-4hrs

E bike full suspension $99 - $129 for 2 - 4hrs

Please bring some cash with you for possible shuttle rides.

FISHING TRIP – FATBOY CHARTERS 

Approximately a 9-hour trip.  Limited to 5 people.

Join your host Russ for a day out in the fabulous Bay of Plenty.  The boat ‘Fat Boy’ is an AMF heavy duty alloy boat of 7.2m, is soft riding and stable.  The boat can cruise at 20 knots in most conditions and can therefore give the fisher person more time to do what they came for, that is, to catch fish. www.fishingchartertauranga.co.nz

This fishing experience is limited to 5 people only and is on a first in first served basis.

7.15am

Meet at Pilot Bay boat ramp 

7.30am

Depart for your day fishing

4.30pm

Approximate return time to Pilot Bay


Cost:Trip, bait and lunch: $200

Rod and tackle hire if required: $25 

You will need to supply your own drinks/beer.