Walking in the Regional Parks and Forests of Greater WellingtonFrom a walk to an adventure
A walk in one of the regional parks and forests is a great way to explore the diverse landscape of greater Wellington.
From coastal sands to historic paths, farmland to green native forest, the parks and forests offer a variety of countryside and scenery to suit all ages and levels of fitness.
Most of the walks offer the chance to take a break and enjoy picnicking or swimming.
What to take
Many of the walks go through areas exposed to winds and changeable weather. Please take with yosome water and sun hat especially on walks marked with hiking symbol. Always take some warm clothing and a rain jacket.
All times stated are estimates for the return trip.
Where indicated, mountain bikes and horses riders may use tracks.
Opening hours
The parks and forests are open daily from 8 am till dusk. Parks or walks marked with a farm animal symbol may be closed for lambing Aug-Nov. Please check with the ranger or on our website www.gw.govt.nz.
Caring for your pack
● Pack in and pack out. Take your rubbish home and recycle it when possible.
● Keep dogs under control and remove droppings.
● Do not remove, disturb or damage native plants or animals.
● Light no fires.
● Poison may be laid in the parks and forests to control the field mouse. Do not remove notice or disturb baits, lures, trapping lines or the mousetraps.
36. Where would yomost likely find this text?
A. A newspaper advertisement.
B. A travel guidebook.
C. A government notice.
D. A TV health program.
37. According to the passage, which of the following would NOT be offered by this walking?
A. Sightseeing the seashore and farmland.
B. Exploring famous trails in the history
C. Barbecuing while picnicking in the forest
D. Having a swim while resting
38. The underlined words “exposed to” can be best replaced by ______.
A. expected by
B. prevented from
C. related to
D. affected by
39. Which of the following is true according to the text?
A. No exact time is set for visitors to take the return trip.
B. Nowhere can visitors ride a mountain bike or horse.
C. At all time yoare allowed to visit a farm or parks to see animals.
D. No pets are allowed to be taken into the parks and forests.
40. Which of the following can be inferred from the text?
A. Some native plants are poisonous to the visitors.
B. Yocan find recycling spots in the parks to deal with your trash.
C. Some sorts of pests are threatening the areas of the parks and forests.