Seven-day Girls Journey

Here is a reflection, written by the young women who went on the recent 7-day Journey through Marlborough Sounds with our Christchurch instructors, Grace and April.

“We really enjoyed spending a week in the outdoors as a group and had an awesome time in a new environment (Marlborough Sounds).

“We have learnt so much about ourselves and in particular how we can manage ourselves and others most effectively in a positive manner. We have grown in confidence, whether that was mountain biking, kayaking or just being more comfortable in the outdoors, but also with our collaboration skills, communication, adaptability and resilience over the course of the week.

“P.S. Thanks Grace [instructor] for saving Lexi from losing her front wheel while mountain biking.”

Paul Ferguson, their Outdoor Education teacher at Hillmorton High School, Canterbury, added a few extra thoughts:

“Congratulations to Lexi Phillips, Bethan Edwards and Noelani Ritchie on their successful seven-day leadership journey to the Queen Charlotte Sound.

“These three girls (along with four other Canterbury secondary school students) made the most of this amazing opportunity to sea kayak and mountain bike the beautiful Queen Charlotte Sound over the recent holidays. A massive thanks to Adventure Specialties Trust for providing this rich experience for Horomaka [Banks Peninsula] students.

“These opportunities are another example of the huge range of experiences available to Horomaka students. It reminds me of a smorgasbord with a wide variety of delicious food and dishes. Our students are so fortunate! It is so good to see students making the most of these opportunities!”

Thanks for sharing your reflections with us, Lexi. Bethan, Noelani and Paul.

Here are some more photos:

WANT TO COME ALONG NEXT TIME?

SOUTH ISLAND:

We have another girls programme coming up: IGNITE South Island. Six days of adventure in Queen Charlotte Sound during the July school holidays.

Check out our website for more info: https://www.adventurespecialties.co.nz/programmes/ignite-south-island/

NORTH ISLAND:

We also have a North Island IGNITE youth camp, also during the July school holidays, for young men and women.

Find out more:

https://www.adventurespecialties.co.nz/programmes/ignite-north-island/

GET IN TOUCH:

If you have any questions about either of these programmes, please don’t hesitate to get in touch! We’re happy to chat with you about any questions you might have.

Flick us an email (office@adventurespecialties.co.nz) and our lovely office lady, Kerryn, will pass you on to the relevant person.

Or call us (Auckland 09-837-6033 or Christchurch 03-348-4547).

Or just pop in any time for a cuppa!

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GIRLS OUTDOOR ADVENTURE OPPORTUNITY! An exciting journey for Year 12 and 13 young women based in Ōtautahi Christchurch. Seven days, from Monday 17th – Sunday 23rd April 2023 (second week of this school holidays).

Here is a quick summary of the activities!
(The photos are from the last girls journey)

Day 1 –
17th April
8am – Meet Settle in team building/ setting expectations.
Pack / Drive 5 hours
Camp Whatmango Bay Camp Site

Day 2 –
18th April
Sea Kayak: Whatamango Bay – Ratimera Bay 10km
Camp Ratimera Bay Campsite

Day 3 –
19th April
Sea Kayak: Ratimera Bay – Bluemine Camp Site 12km
Explore Island
Camp Bluemine Camp Site

Day 4 –
20th April
Sea Kayak: Bluemine Camp Site – Punga Cove 8.5km
Possible side trip to Motuara Island. – Extra 17km
Or Possible side trip to Endeavour Inlet 6km extra
Camp Punga Cove

Day 5 –
21st April
Rest Day or Walk Mt Stokes Track 4 – 5 hours return from carpark.
Camp Punga Cove

Day 6 –
22nd April
Bike: Punga Cove – Mistletoe Bay 32 km
Camp Mistletoe Bay

Day 7 –

23rd April
Bike: Mistletoe Bay – Anakiwa 12.5km
Drive Home
Pick up from Adventure Speciaties Trust 5pm.

If you might be keen to join (or just get more info), please contact Andy, the Christchurch programme manager, on 03-348-4547 or office@adventurespecialties.co.nz (attention: Andy)

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Upcoming programme

Do you know any girls (year 11-13) in Auckland that would be keen to attend a life-changing outdoor adventure programme? 6 days. 2-3 different outdoor activities e.g. kayaking and mountain biking. Totally free! Get in touch with Laura (laura@adventurespecialties.co.nz).

Laura’s original post below:

14th – 19th July. GIRLS JOURNEY!! 2022!! If you know or are a year 11-13 girl in an Auckland school and keen on an adventure, a journey with 2 – 3 pursuits going from point A-B focusing on increased physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual wellbeing, a deeper sense of inbuilt character strengths, an increased desire to connect with nature, and increased manaakitanga.

Even better….ITS FREE!! Fully funded! I biked the length of NZ in March and people donated for you!!!

Sign up now! It will be a goood one!!
If July is not for you sign up for round two in October

Email your interest to… laura@adventurespecialties.co.nz

Or support and donate at https://www.adventurespecialties.co.nz/lauras-3000km-bike-fundraiser/

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Fun.

A lot of fun.

Plus laughter, confidence, team work, and a little bit of splashing …

Adventure Specialties took some students from Rutherford College on a kayaking adventure around Leigh wharf, north of Auckland.

The purpose of the trip was to allow young women the opportunity to participate in non-traditional sports.

As well as exploring the area inside this sheltered harbour, the students also:

• took turns leading the group,
• competed at spinning around 360 degrees as fast as possible,
• helped each other climb from one kayak to another, and
• did a problem-solving team building exercise on the beach.

Check out photos from the day …

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