Get outside and enjoy the district during Get Outdoors Week

Are you ready to go on a local adventure and celebrate the natural wonders of the Western Bay?

Get Outdoors Week starts on November 12 and Western Bay of Plenty District Council is challenging you to harness the enthusiasm of the week and go outside every day of the week.

Not sure where to go?

Every day during the week the council’s Instagram and Facebook accounts will be featuring one of our top five spots to enjoy a packed lunch. These spots are all close to carparks, have flat terrain, and provide easy access to nature, coinciding with the theme of Get Outdoors Week — accessibility for all ages and abilities.

Don’t forget your camera. Get Outdoors

Week organisers are running daily photo competitions with some great prizes to be won each day by tagging #GOWEEKNZ.

Get the daily theme and competition details at getoutdoorsweek.co. nz/dailyprizes.

The council’s reserves and facilities manager, Peter Watson, says the theme for Get Outdoors Week in 2022 is accessibility, highlighting activities for all ages and abilities.

“Getting outdoors doesn’t mean you need to go out and buy all the gear or drive somewhere remote. Being outdoors in your local park is every bit as good, and much more achievable.

“No matter your level of fitness or mobility, there’s something for you.

We have many kilometres of walking and cycling trails and 222 reserves with 30 playgrounds — all for you to use.

“No doubt there’s one in a community near you.

“It’s part of our commitment to you to provide safe places where everyone can get the benefits of connecting with nature and community.”