The Department of Conservation '50 things to do' list.....

Get out and explore New Zealand over the summer...

Are you looking for an activity to keep you and your children occupied over the summer break? Why not work your way through the Department of Conservations (DOC) '50 things to do' list...?

The Department of Conservation '50 things to do' list...

I was recently in a DOC office in Nelson and noticed this form...it is a list of 50 things to do with your children in the outdoors. It includes such things as gathering shells on the beach, swimming in a lake or ocean, bird watching, stargazing etc. right through to climbing hills, outdoor cookery, camping and staying in a backcountry hut. 

The form is primarily aimed at young teenagers but I think it is an excellent way to inspire anyone to experience the outdoors on their own terms. Activities are mostly outdoors from your own garden to one of the many beautiful backcountry locations that cover New Zealand. 

The reverse of the DOC '50 things to do' list...

The form is available in all DOC offices and it is also available online at doc.govt/50things. I recommend that you get a form and begin working your way through it today. 

See you out there...

BTW...I counted and I have completed all but three of these activities...