Parent Paced Hiking Group
These meet ups are where Trails & Tots began - an opportunity to find community with those looking to get outside with their pepi/tamariki, enjoy some movement in nature, and explore the Taranaki trail offerings. We ask that bubs ride in packs for these hikes. Stops for feeds, nappy changes, or other baby-related-admin are always understood and accommodated for. We stick together as a group and ensure everyone is supported along the way.
Distance, rough elevation gain, general terrain and overall mahi-required for each location is listed in advance. Please reach out if you have any questions or need to borrow a pack for pepi.
Registration for meet ups is required - please scroll down for calendar.
Our Meet Ups
Nature Play
Nature Play Sessions are for 0-6yr olds (with caregiver present). We'll set up at some wonderful, accessible, outdoor spots around Taranaki and engage in child-led, open-ended play - an opportunity for little ones to explore and connect. Some activities and loose parts will be provided to encourage creativity and exploration.
There is every chance that we'll get muddy, dirty and a little bit wet - all signs of quality outdoor play - so please come dressed in appropriate gear and bring a towel and change of clothing for after.
Registration for these sessions is required - please see calendar below.
* Caregiver must be present and supervising at all times.
Toddler Tramping
Have a little one keen to hit the trails? These meet ups are for those with toddlers/tamariki on foot. We'll start together, move at different paces that suit each whānau's needs, and regroup often. Each hikoi will be short in distance (usually no more than 1.5km), and utilize terrain that is easier for littler legs. A nature-based activity is provided to encourage tamariki along the way.
Registration is required - please scroll down to see calendar below.
*Caregivers are required to supervise their child(ren) at all times.
Parent Paced Hiking Calendar - Term 3 2025
*All meet ups start at 9:45am unless stated otherwise. Please arrive early enough to be ready to start walking at 9:45am.
Wednesday July 30th - Upper Huatoki
Wednesday August 6th - Araheke/Burgess Park
Wednesday August 13th - Pukeiti
Wednesday August 20th - Ratapihipihi
Wednesday August 27th - Fitzroy Beach 9:30am - Nature Cleanup with Sustainable Taranaki *no sign up required
Wednesday September 3rd - Lake Mangamahoe
Wednesday September 10th - Barrett Domain
Wednesday September 17th - Ahu Ahu Track - Weld Beach Walk
Nature Play Calendar - Term 3 2025
All Nature Plays start at 9:45am and end at 11:15am.
Wednesday July 2nd - SCHOOL HOLIDAY SESSION!
Merrilands Domain (meet at the lower carpark)
Wednesday July 30th - Upper Huatoki Domain
Wednesday August 6th - Meeting of the Waters
Wednesday August 13th - Pukeiti **Toddler Tramping**
Wednesday August 20th - Ratapihipihi
Wednesday August 27th - Fitzroy Beach 9:30am -Nature Cleanup with Sustainable Taranaki *no sign up required
Wednesday September 3rd - Lake Mangamahoe
Wednesday September 10th - Barrett Domain **Toddler Tramping**
Wednesday September 17th - Ahu Ahu Beach
Toddler Tramping - Term 3 2025
*All meet ups start at 9:45am. Please arrive early enough to be ready to start walking at 9:45am.
Wednesday August 13th - Pukeiti
Wednesday August 27th - Fitzroy 9:30am - Beach Nature Cleanup with Sustainable Taranaki *no sign up required
Wednesday September 10th - Barrett Domain
