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Conservation areas are alive. Each area has its own unique balance of plants and animals and the diversity of flora and fauna is immense. There are rain forests, kauri, beech and pododcarp forests, stunning alpine landscapes and vast tussock lands all rich in biodiversity and waiting to be discovered.

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Stop the spread of didymo

Check, Clean, Dry all items before entering, and when moving between, waterways.

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Safety

Follow the Outdoor Safety Code:
1. Plan your trip
2. Tell someone
3. Be aware of the weather
4. Know your limits
5. Take sufficient supplies

Conservation for prosperity. Tiakina te taiao, kia puawai