September Newsletter 2024 - Waiheke Walking Festival

Hi Kate

We are thrilled to share with you that we have had an incredibly enjoyable experience curating the new programme for the 2025 Waiheke Walking Festival. As we gear up for an exciting lineup of events and activities, we wanted to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude to all those who have contributed to making this possible.

Thanks to all of our amazing Walking Trust Patrons, Friends, Sponsors, the Waiheke Local board, land owners, businesses/organisations, Ngāti Pāoa and our superb volunteer crew & guides. Without you, none of this would be possible. We are beyond grateful.

Bookings are open from 9th September for our Patrons and Friends and the 6th October for the general public.

2025 PROGRAMME INFORMATION

WALK THIS WAY

Enjoy exploring the great outdoors and connecting with like-minded individuals who share your love for walking and adventure? If so, we invite you to consider becoming a Patron of the Waiheke Walking Trust.

To learn more about becoming a Patron and the exciting benefits that come with it, we are hosting a special event at a picturesque Waiheke location this Sunday, 8th September. This will be a fantastic opportunity to connect and discover how you can make a positive impact through your support.

If you’re interested in attending this event or finding out more about becoming a Patron of the Waiheke Walking Trust, please feel free to contact us at patrons@waihekewalkingfestival.org. We’d love to hear from you.

BECOME A PATRON

DON’T MISS OUT ON YOUR FAVOURITE WALKS

Photo credit: Peter Rees Photography

Considering becoming a friend of Waihehe Walking Festival? Here’s what your membership provides, for just $150

Early access to Festival walk bookings (Membership is available to purchase NOW and bookings are open 9/9 (usually 6/10)
Bookings for up to 10 people (usually 6)
All the good vibes as supporters of the Festival!

BUY FRIEND MEMBERSHIP TICKETS

SPONSORS IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Photo credit: Peter Rees Photography

Thanks to our Major Sponsor Gary Wilton from Make Tracks for the great guided walk he put on for our volunteer crew and the wider Community – to showcase new safe trails at the Glen Brook Reserve, Omiha (thanks also to the Waiheke Local Board). Feel free check them out and do some exploring – maybe treat yourself afterwards at the Omiha Hall for brunch?‌

If you’re thinking of a new 50m garden path to landscaped steps to a 5km bush trail – Gary is your man! (gary@maketracks.co.nz)

…and HOT OFF THE PRESS – we’ve got some BRAND NEW Sponsor news which we’ll share very soon!

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A SPONSOR?

Stay tuned for more updates and announcements in the coming days, weeks and months! We look forward to walking with you.

The Waiheke Walking Festival Team