Kaimai Ridgeway
An association of volunteers working together to keep the Kaimai Ranges a safer and better place for you.
PURPOSE
Kaimai Ridgeway Trust (KRT) is an association of members in the recreation community who are passionate about encouraging the recreational activities in the Kaimai Ranges.
KRT was formed in 2015 when it was clear that the Kaimai backcountry tracks and huts needed greater maintenance than the Department of Conservation (DOC) had resources and budget for. KRT now works with DOC to improve and maintain the Kaimai tracks and huts.
How you can help
There are a variety of ways to support us!
Volunteer to assist with track maintenance - contact one of the clubs listed or KRT - the email address is at the top of the page to join any of their work parties.
Volunteer to assist with hut maintenance - contact KRT.
Encourage groups or people you are in contact with to volunteer
Provide detailed information on the state of tracks. See our website for what information is needed
The firewood for the KRT maintained huts needs to be flown in - visit the Kaimai Firewood Give-A-Little page to contribute to the cost
Make a donation direct to KRT bank account BNZ 02 0192 0212664 000 then send an email, for a tax receipt (KRT are a charity, so donations are tax deductible)
Get in contact to sponsor a specific improvement activity yourself.
Get in contact to provide fund raising suggestions.
Give a little to the Kaimai Ridgeway Trust firewood campaign
The firewood for Te Rereatukahia Hut's logburner needs to be flown in - you can donate to our
Give-a-Little page to contribute to the cost:
The firewood for Te Rereatukahia Hut's logburner needs to be flown in. Pay a visit the Kaimai Firewood Give-A-Little page to contribute to the cost!
SUPPORTING CLUBS
Auckland Baptist Tramping Club
Auckland Tramping Club
Auckland University Tramping Club
Cambridge Tramping Club
Kaimai Ramblers Tramping Group (Tauranga)
Katikati Tramping Club
Manukau Tramping Club
North Shore Tramping Club (Auckland)
Whangamata Tramping Club
NZ Deerstalkers Association - Bay of Plenty
NZ Deerstalkers Association - Thames Valley
There are many individuals that help too.
LATEST UPDATES
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THE MAHI
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Maintenance
Work with DOC to improve and maintain the Kaimai tracks and huts. If you notice anything that needs attending to, take photos, get a precise location, and contact KRT.
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Encouraging Recreation
It becomes desirable for people to visit and recommend the Kaimai Ranges when tracks and huts are maintained. More people in the Kaimai = more people caring for the Kaimai.
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COMMUNITY
Brings together a passionate group of individuals across the Kaimai with a common interest. KRT has created a community of incredible volunteers.