Fantail/pīwakawaka
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Kiwi Guardians at Gordon Park Scenic Reserve
Introduction
A hidden patch of forest so close to Whanganui! Cool off in the shade of the tall trees and see what you can discover. Enjoy the short walking track and see how many types of plants you can name.- This forest smells beautiful! What can you smell?
- Shake a branch and call to a fantail/piwakawaka, it’s lunch time!
- Hear the tūī's wings whistle as it flies. Can you hear the tūī singing in the trees?
Get ready
Download the adventure map (PDF, 1,393K) and check out what you can do.
Go and explore
Look out for the Guardian Post when you get there. On it you'll find a special code word – write it down.
Getting there: The reserve is situated close to Whanganui City on the corner of Kaimatira Road and No.3 Line to the east of SH4. Hop over the stile on Kaimatira Road or drive into the car park a little further down.
Claim your reward
Tell us the Gordon Park code word to receive a Kiwi Guardians certificate and medal for this adventure.
Put the medal on your back pack or pencil case to show everyone the adventure you've had.
Each Kiwi Guardians place has a different medal - see how many you can collect.
