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Welcome to the Wonder Walkers member-only forum, where we provide you with the opportunity to chat-share information with others.

We have provided 2 sections for you. The first area is 'General Banter' where you can share information / ideas on anything you like (so long as its legal and not offensive)

The second area 'Walk Talk ' is intended to provide you with an area for discussing things to do with Walking - You might like to use this area to comment on walks - or to find a 'walking' friend or group.

Lets get chatting!

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General Banter

Daily Hello - random subject

Hi all I'd like to encourage everyone to say hello on here each day, or if possible every few days. No topic needed, just hello,... Read More

Last post by Susan Devoy
11:38PM, 11 Mar 2010
414 responses, 34014 views

Keen for a long walk.

CAPE REINGA NINETY MILE BEACH ADVENTURE Two Te Aroha women, experienced trampers, are walking from the Cape Reinga lighthouse, out to Cape Maria van Dieman... Read More

Last post by Susan Devoy
01:11PM, 10 Mar 2010
0 responses, 21 views

Wonderwalkers funnies.

We all get funny stories via e mail txt etc. Some are worth sharing. If you copy the text in the e mail then you... Read More

Last post by Susan Devoy
12:37PM, 9 Mar 2010
3 responses, 408 views

join the Wonder Walkers weight loss challenge!

first time caller,isnt that what they say? I was delighted to meet Susan at a recent "bloom"meeting and dared to share with her the dreaded... Read More

Last post by manicginga
03:52PM, 8 Mar 2010
183 responses, 9415 views

Pedometers

A lot has been asked and said about pedometers so I have done a little digging about the benefits of stepping out with pedometers? The... Read More

Last post by trishn
11:09AM, 5 Mar 2010
3 responses, 918 views

Check out the Walking Diary

Hey Wonderwalkers..we have three new walking challenges on the Walking Diary that you may want to check out. Alittle bit more interesting than our first... Read More

Last post by Casual
01:26PM, 26 Feb 2010
4 responses, 597 views

How Many Steps are Good

here is a basic outline of converting steps to Kms. Published guidelines suggest that 10000 steps of concentrated walking per day is beneficial. Health officials... Read More

Last post by Susan Devoy
12:45PM, 24 Feb 2010
0 responses, 45 views

WORD FROM SUSAN: Talk to Susan

I invite you to chat to me and ask anything you wish. Read the full text of this blog entry. Read More

Last post by Snaillegs
12:47PM, 22 Feb 2010
1 response, 38 views

Alopecia

Imagine you are young, a teen or even a pre teen, maybe even a toddler. Imagine one day you wake up and you have a... Read More

Last post by manicginga
09:01AM, 19 Feb 2010
0 responses, 59 views

OUR BLOG: Don't lose your sense of humour !

There are many big questions in life-one of them is. What are the good things about getting older if you're a woman? After many months-no-make... Read More

Last post by wariorwmn
12:54PM, 1 Feb 2010
4 responses, 247 views

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Walking Buddies

Walking Buddy wanted Port Hills, Christchurch

Hi I am new to Christchurch and looking for a walking buddy maybe a couple of mornings a week for an hour walk. Anyone interested... Read More

Last post by margiewilson19@hotmail.com
10:34AM, 10 Feb 2010
5 responses, 1564 views

Walking Buddy for Maungaraki Normandale or Petone

Hi Iam 65 looking for walking buddies in these areas. Reasonably fit used to walking at work Part-time. Wonder how I waill go on hills... Read More

Last post by escha
01:29PM, 7 Feb 2010
1 response, 169 views

Buddy wanted for city or east auckland -

Hi I'm just starting to get fit and would love someone to join the challenge! Dogs..prams...or couch potatoes - all welcome! My main motivation is... Read More

Last post by maria_tiong
11:51PM, 20 Jan 2010
6 responses, 887 views

Walking Buddy close to Ellerslie, Auckland

Hi there, I'm looking for a walking buddy/friend close to Ellerslie, Auckland. I'm a 38 year old mum with a toddler, so would enjoy going... Read More

Last post by kelhuntley
01:30PM, 18 Nov 2009
2 responses, 306 views

Walking Buddy - Onehunga/Cornwall Park

Hi everyone, I just joined your great website today! I'm on the look-out for a walking buddy in the Onehunga/Cornwall Park area. I'm 28 and... Read More

Last post by kelhuntley
01:26PM, 18 Nov 2009
0 responses, 143 views

Seeking Mt Wellington Walker

Hi all I am a newbie, and finally worked out how to use this. I normally walk about 5.30pm for an hour, and as its... Read More

Last post by meeks123
07:20AM, 8 Nov 2009
3 responses, 550 views

Looking for buddy in South/East Auckland

Hey girls, I live in the Flat Bush area (near Botany Town Centre) and am looking for a walking buddy or group. I'm 21 years... Read More

Last post by meeks123
07:09AM, 8 Nov 2009
3 responses, 494 views

Walking Buddies Christchurch

Hi I returned home last October and am living in Christchurch and would like to hear from anybody who has an interest in walking and... Read More

Last post by HastingsGirl
09:00PM, 1 Nov 2009
1 response, 385 views

Walking Buddy in Pukekohe, Franklin

Hi. I am very new to this site. I know that I am not as fit as I could be and I need to be... Read More

Last post by HastingsGirl
08:59PM, 1 Nov 2009
1 response, 310 views

London - Crystal Palace walking buddy wanted

The winter is coming here in London and I would love to have a Kiwi walking buddy to get through the next 5 dark months!!!... Read More

Last post by Erin
12:30AM, 26 Oct 2009
0 responses, 246 views

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Walk Talk

WALK: Taraire Water Gardens

Water garden and native bush world. The entry and exit is through native bush. The bush features giant burrs, vines, massive volcanic boulders covered in... Read More

Last post by Susan Devoy
06:15PM, 12 Feb 2010
2 responses, 126 views

WALK: Pukete Circuit

The pathway is cobbled, flat and easy. The walkway goes through Braithwaite Park and then crosses over the Pukete Road Bridge up River Road and... Read More

Last post by Susan Devoy
01:01PM, 28 Jan 2010
2 responses, 108 views

WALK: Okura Bush Walkway

This track takes you through regenerating coastal kauri forest along the Okura River estuary and edge of the Long Bay – Okura Marine Reserve to... Read More

Last post by amready
07:48AM, 23 Jan 2010
1 response, 179 views

WALK: Maratoto/Golden Cross Track

This track takes you through an old mining area, through regenerating broadleaf/hardwood forest and reverting pastureland. There are some interesting landforms in the general area... Read More

Last post by Susan Devoy
10:27AM, 9 Dec 2009
2 responses, 357 views

WALK: Waitakere Tramline Walk

After reaching the dam via the Waitakere Dam Walk, this track begins at the base of the dam and follows the tram and pipeline to... Read More

Last post by heather_carter_51@yahoo.co.nz
04:52PM, 22 Nov 2009
2 responses, 866 views

WALK: Mangemangeroa Reserve - Howick

One of the fourteen Premier Parks in Manukau City, described as an area of 'dramatic estuarine landscape at the edge of the urban area'. The... Read More

Last post by Susan Devoy
10:52AM, 18 Nov 2009
1 response, 418 views

WALK: Te Mata Trust Park – Peak Trail /Te Mata Loop Walk

The walks that converge at the entrance car park are strongly recommended; they pass through forest covering steep limestone to places of great beauty. (Refer... Read More

Last post by HastingsGirl
07:22PM, 25 Oct 2009
2 responses, 1344 views

Any Aucklanders up for a Waitakere walk over Labour weekend?

Hi folks I'm thinking about heading out into the Waitakeres for a walk either on Sunday or Monday this weekend, and wondering if anyone else... Read More

Last post by Starfire
11:21PM, 23 Oct 2009
0 responses, 154 views

Looking for good 5-25km walking routes in Auckland

Hi all I'm wondering if any Aucklanders have suggested for longer routes (5-25km routes) that I can do during the weekends without having to drive... Read More

Last post by Starfire
07:11PM, 19 Oct 2009
0 responses, 217 views

WALK: Tangimoana Walkway

Tangimoana (meaning "crying sea") is located at the river mouth of the Rangitikei River and is a popular place for fishing and sailing. The wetlands... Read More

Last post by tangi
07:57AM, 15 Oct 2009
1 response, 231 views