Across the water (Wellington) Traditional Geocache
Across the water (Wellington)
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This cache is only a 30 minute walk, but getting to the start of the track will require some planning. The views however, are definitely worth it!
The steep-sided and seemingly flat-topped Mana Island is a distinctive feature of Wellington’s west coast. The 217 hectare island is a scientific reserve managed by the Department of Conservation and lies only 2.5 km from the mainland at its closest point.
Visitors are welcome to Mana Island between 8.00am and 5.00pm. Access may be made only in the bay between the old woolshed and the wharf. Boats must remain offshore after visitors have landed. Two moorings, marked by red buoys, are available in the bay for daytime use. They are not available for overnight mooring. Dinghies may be pulled up the beach after transporting passengers from their boat.
Many people volunteer to participate in the planting programme on Mana organised by the Friends of Mana Island. Planting occurs every weekend from May to July.
Links:
Friends of Mana Island:
www.manaisland.org.nz
Department of Conservation:
www.doc.govt.nz/templates/PlaceProfile.aspx?id=35072
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