How to experience the Dunstan Trail and neighbouring gorges in comfort
I’ve long wanted to cycle the Dunstan Trail in Central Otago with its novel “clip on” sections, bolted to the rock. In fact, I’ve previously cycled part of it from Smith’s Way (the start of the Dunstan Trail) to the Bannockburn Bridge. Thus far, it was just grade two. However, I have not ridden past […]
Panning for gold
While, the Central Otago gold rush was nearly 200 years ago, the dream of making a fortune still lives on. Aspiring young prospectors, like Brooklyn, my five year old grandson, are after that elusive gold nugget, so we decided to give it a go, and went gold panning. We contacted Mandy, from the Gold n […]
An active relaxers guide to Arrowtown, NZ
Places to eat and relax There’s nothing like a little local knowledge when planning a long weekend or get-away. Having lived in Arrowtown (part time) for several years, I know the place pretty well. Here are some great suggestions for places to eat and activities to do, that will make your active relaxing holiday the […]