Following the recent rain event, which caused significant damage across the trail network, all trails were closed for safety. This page tracks where things stand section by section, and we’ll post updates here as repair work progresses. Thanks for your patience while we get this sorted.
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Working bee standing down for now
Change of plans: heavy machinery has moved into all our working bee spots, so we’re standing down for now. Take the weekend off! We’ll be back with a new date once the machinery is done.
Latest updates
CANCELLED – Working bee update — Bellbird trail, Sunday 2 Aug 9am
Great news — Luke Creek crossing has now been repaired by Environment Canterbury. Thanks, ECan! With that section sorted, we’re shifting our next working bee to the Bellbird trail. We’ve also moved the date from Saturday to Sunday due to the weather forecast. Details: Bring a helmet, hearing and eye protection, decent footwear, and snacks. …
Hāpuku trail reinstated — thanks to our volunteers
Eighteen volunteers braved the rain to reinstate the Hāpuku trail in just 90 minutes — huge thanks to everyone who turned up.
Hāpuku trail update — rebuild plan underway
Club president John Simpson reports on the Hāpuku river track review, LiDAR-guided rebuild planning, and what’s next for the trail.
