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| Our guide explaining the 'do's and don'ts' |
While many would argue that kids are our greatest treasure, a massive forest of mature Kauri trees (hundreds of years old) certainly ranks somewhere up there - which is a good thing because 60 kids charging through the forest on a school trip certainly wont turn up any forest fauna.
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| The poor centipede didn't get away fast enough! |
In fairness to the kids they were most respectful of the local flora and fauna. I too felt obliged to ask permission before taking home a small Kauri branch that was lying on the forest floor - inspiration for a weekend's drawing.
The trip served as a timely reminder about our national treasures - and also how much fun you can have by simply putting on your walking shoes and 'going bush'. The Department of Conservation has some fantastic tracks - all worth exploring.
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