http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.natureandnosh.co.nz en-us Mon, 04 May 2026 17:54:55 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/post/163153/our-new-season-dates-are-here-and-wed-love-for-you-to-join-us-2026-27/ There's a particular kind of excitement that arrives when we release new season hiking dates! Our team has been busy reviewing itineraries, planning menus, and dreaming ahead to 1 October 2026 - so we can continue sharing this extraordinary corner of New Zealand with people who are ready to slow down and truly take it in.We're thrilled to announce that our 2026/2027 public departure dates are now live, and spots are already moving.What's on offer next seasonNext season we're running public depar... Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:05:05 +1200 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/#post163153 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/post/158751/training-for-your-multi-day-hike-a-12-week-preparation-plan/ You've booked it. The dates are locked in. Your first multi-day hiking adventure awaits, and suddenly that little voice in your head starts asking: "Am I actually ready for this?"Here's the truth: you don't need to be an elite athlete to enjoy a multi-day hiking tour. But the fitter you are, the more you'll savor every moment instead of just surviving each step. What you're training forAs we explored in our guide to how hard our hikes are, multi-day hiking demands more than just walking fitness.... Wed, 14 Jan 2026 20:01:29 +1300 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/#post158751 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/post/152570/the-perfect-introduction-why-our-coastal-charm-taster-is-every-new-hikers-dream/ Sometimes the best adventures start with the gentlest invitation.That's exactly what we had in mind when we designed our Coastal Charm Taster, a three-day escape that proves you don't need to climb mountains or hike for hours to experience the absolute magic of New Zealand's outdoors.Picture this: you're standing in an ancient Kauri grove, surrounded by trees that have been growing since before Europeans arrived in New Zealand. The forest is so quiet you can hear your own heartbeat, and the only... Mon, 22 Sep 2025 15:28:21 +1200 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/#post152570 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/post/150963/so-its-your-turn-to-organise-the-annual-girls-hiking-trip/ Congratulations! You've been chosen (or volunteered, or possibly just drew the short straw) to organise this year's girls' hiking adventure. No pressure, but everyone's already talking about how amazing last year's trip was, and now it's up to you to deliver something equally memorable.Take a breath. We've got you covered.With so many hiking options around New Zealand – from self-guided farm walks to fully guided experiences – it's easy to feel overwhelmed by choice. But here's the thing: yo... Fri, 22 Aug 2025 14:04:22 +1200 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/#post150963 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/post/149961/four-seasons-one-day-spotting-weather-changes-in-the-land-of-the-long-white-cloud/ Your weather app says "fine and sunny." But those clouds building over the ridge? They're telling a different story, and they're probably right.New Zealand weather changes fast, but it's not random. The landscape is constantly dropping hints about what's coming next. Learning to spot these signs turns you from someone hoping for good weather into someone who can see it coming from miles away.... Wed, 06 Aug 2025 19:15:58 +1200 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/#post149961 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/post/148168/the-art-of-slow-travel-why-small-group-tours-change-everything/ Picture this: You're standing on a ridge overlooking the Coromandel Peninsula, the morning mist slowly lifting from the valleys below. Instead of jostling for position with 30 other people, you're sharing this moment with just five fellow adventurers. Your guide isn't shouting over the crowd – they're having a genuine conversation with you about the native bird call you just heard, or pointing out the subtle differences between the various ferns carpeting the forest floor.This is the magic of ... Tue, 08 Jul 2025 20:27:03 +1200 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/#post148168 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/post/141586/natures-favourite-colour-the-science-behind-why-we-love-green/ When snipers need to rest and reset their eyesight after hours of staring down a barrel, they stare at a green piece of paper for 10 minutes.Fascinating - but why? The easy answer is that the colour green, is the easiest colour for the human eye to process. Coincidentally, red is the most intrusive (cue traffic lights by design!).The science behind it is fascinating, especially when you start making links with spending time in nature.When you think about colours, green often stands out in w... Mon, 10 Feb 2025 21:16:30 +1300 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/#post141586 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/post/133936/mums-over-maunga-event-launched/ We are so proud to have launched our very first community event!Mums over maunga will run on Sunday 22 September and is for mums from all walks of life who need more nature and connection in their lives.We hope this event can be the start of a community of women who have the confidence and are inspired to get outdoors more often. All proceeds will go towards Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari.Since launching, we've had over 50 women register their interest in joining us on this half day,... Fri, 23 Aug 2024 14:17:36 +1200 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/#post133936 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/post/117120/wild-food-foraging-exploring-new-zealands-native-forest-pantry/ Our forests are teeming with native herbs, spices, berries and other edible treasure and we are embracing a journey of discovery when it comes to the flavours of nature.Nature and Nosh is lucky enough to have partnered up with Velskov, a native food farm set in ten acres of regenerating forest west of Auckland, where our hiking groups are treated to an 'Art of Foraging' workshop with Mamakan on the final day of their Coastal Charm Classic trip.Mamakan is a botanical artist who is an expert ... Fri, 02 Feb 2024 13:48:16 +1300 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/#post117120 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/post/95191/8-ideas-for-sustainable-and-conscious-gifting-this-christmas/ The start of December means three things here in New Zealand. Time to break out the jandals (flip flops, thongs), head to the beach for the start of summer and time to start seriously thinking about Christmas and all that entails. If the idea of a whole heap of 'stuff' has you heading for the hills to hide from humanity for the foreseeable future, we've given some thought to some gifts that are lighter on the planet so you can participate in the festive fun without a side of consummerism.... Mon, 05 Dec 2022 20:27:30 +1300 http://www.natureandnosh.co.nz/blog/#post95191