Great walk on Sunday – at least 22 labradors – see photos – and 15 of us humans piled into the coffee shop at Waiuku afterwards.

Meet at 9.45am for a 10.00am start – this will be a beach walk.
See flyer for full details.

For anyone who hasn’t joined us for our walks before this is a happy social occasion for dogs and owners. We are happy for non-Labrador people to join us as long as their dogs are sociable and are under reasonable control. We will meet at the carpark near the Surf Lifesaving control rooms at Karioitahi beach. Dogs MUST be on a lead until we are away from the carpark area but after that they are free.

Our walks are not suitable for dogs under 10 months old as it can be too demanding on young ones and they can get pushed around by the older dogs. We usually walk for about two hours and know a nice cafe in Waiuku for a reviving coffee afterwards.
We walk whatever the weather so suitable clothing should be worn. Being on the beach shoes are optional but it pays to bring towels for yourselves and the dogs. It might pay to bring a fresh water drink for the dogs as they sometimes over do the salt water drinks. However there are fresh water streams along the beach where they can drink.

Any question – Contact Sally Felton 09 2325664/ 0272294803

Directions
South of Auckland head for Waiuku along the Glenbrook Waiuku Road. When you reach Waiuku turn right into King Street and fairly quickly turn left into Constable Road. This road becomes Karioitahi Road which you follow until you reach the beach. The last stages are down a pretty steep hill and at the bottom you swing left into the carpark area.

Click here for map of where we meet.
See here for photos taken at a previous walk at this location.

Sunset Beach at Port Waikato Sun 28th Feb
THIS IS A NEW WALK!

Meet at 9.30am for a 9.45am start as it will be low tide then and better for the walk. The sands are black there, so kinder to the dog’s feet (and ours) before the sun gets too hot.

See flyer for full details.

Sunset Beach at Port Waikato is south of Auckland but a fascinating place and one the dogs and owners will really enjoy. There are miles of beach for the dogs to explore and for those who would like it is certainly good swimming and popular with surfers.
It seems a long drive out but is only 30 minutes from Pokeno. Full directions below.
These walks are suitable for any healthy dog and owner of reasonable fitness but the
dogs must be over 10 months old and be under fairly good control.
Walking will be mostly on the beach so shoes can be worn or not as wished but
everyone will need towels for afterwards as the dogs will take full advantage of the
sea. It is also advisable to take some water for your dogs.
We love to see all the family on these walks and they are not exclusive to Labradors.

If you have any queries please ring Sally Felton 0272294803

Directions
Southern motorway to Pokeno.
At Pokeno take Pokeno Rd to Tuakau – this becomes Whangarata Rd.
Drive straight to the end – don’t go into Tuakau, and turn left to Port Waikato.
Go over a bridge and turn right where there is a sign to Waikato Holiday Camp.
Carry along this road until you see a sign which says Sunset Beach along with other
signs on the same post.
You will end up at a big parking area right by the sea we will meet there.

Click here to see where we meet.

The Golden Retriever Club has extended an invitation for members of our Club to join them on Sunday 17th January at the Auckland Botanical Gardens – 5th biennial ‘Sculpture in the Gardens’ Dog Walk.

If you are interested in joining the Goldies – be there at 8.45 am for a 9.00 am start.  There is an off lead area at the Gardens – far northern end behind the rose gardens/sculpture #9. There is also a swimming area which I am sure your Lab will enjoy.

See flyer with all the details re the walk.

Have fun
Regards
Mary Waugh

Photos below were taken at a previous walk here with the Goldies

Sunday 2nd Aug meet 9.45am for 10.00am walk at Whitford Forest

Update – Almost 30 dogs and their owners had a great morning walk see photo!

See flyer for details

Please note we will be meeting for our walk at the Rewa Rd entrance to the Whitford Forest. The Siberia Hill entrance to the forest is closed as they are logging in there.
The meeting time is the same – 9.45am for walk at 10.00am.

We will meet whatever the weather – except, perhaps, if there are tornados or thunder and lightening happening! However wear suitable clothes and shoes to cope with wet and mud which could be around on this walk. This walk is suitable for everyone and all dogs of reasonable fitness but only dogs which are over 10 months old.  Don’t forget  to bring towels for your dogs afterwards.

Families are welcome and even non-Labradors can join the group as long as they are social and under control. We walk for about two hours and the cafe in Whitford is usually stopped at on the way home for a reviving cup of coffee.

Any queries ring Sally 092325664 or 0272294803

Directions
Drive through Whitford and follow the Whitford/Maraetai Road. This becomes
Maraetai Drive and takes you down to the Maraetai beach and a round-about. At this
round-about you turn right into Rewa Road which is twisty and takes you back to the
forest. At the end of Rewa Road is where we meet. There are houses around so
please park carefully and do not block anyone’s drive.
We will gather there and continue on foot. Once again keep dogs on leads
until you are told to let them off.

Click here for map of Rewa Road

Karioitahi Beach Sunday 15th June

Update8 black, 7 yellow, 1 chocolate and 2 “wanny be” labradors had the beach to themselves plus their human hangers on for most of the morning.  Was a great mornings walk to blow the cobwebs away followed by 18 people making a serious dent in the supplies at a nearly coffee shop.  See below for a few photos taken:-

Meet at 9.45am for a 10.00am start

See flyer for full details.

Join us for our next club walk at Karioitahi Beach. Bring your family, dogs, leads and it might pay to bring a fresh water drink for the dogs as they sometimes over do the salt water drinks. However there are fresh water streams along the beach where they can drink.  Remember towels for wet dogs at the end of the walk!

These walks are not suitable for puppies under 10 months old.

If you have any queries please ring any of;
Sally Felton 09 2325664 / 0272294803
Pat Woollaston 02749449143
Mike Gething 0272442143

Directions
South of Auckland head for Waiuku along the Glenbrook Waiuku Road. When you reach Waiuku turn right into King Street and fairly quickly turn left into Constable Road. This road becomes Karioitahi Road which you follow until you reach the beach. The last stages are down a pretty steep hill and at the bottom you swing left into the carpark area.

Click here for map of where we meet.
See here for photos taken at our last walk at this location.

We are always looking for new places to go to for our Club walks. If you know of
any please tell me (Sally, see number above) or anyone on the Committee. They need
to be areas where dogs can be safely off lead and with no worries of stock which
could be upset.

Sunday 19th April Woodhill Forest – Muriwai

We were really lucky with the weather and had a great morning – see photos

Meet at 9.45am for a 10.00am start

See flyer for full details.

Join us for our next club walk in Muriwai Forest. Bring your family, dogs, leads, suitable walking shoes and, if you wish, some snacks and water.  Walk can be up to 2 hours long so ensure your dogs are reasonably fit. Dogs can run free once we are in the forest but should be on leads before the walk starts.  These walks are not suitable for puppies under 10 months old.  Remember towels for wet dogs at the end of the walk!

There is a very nice cafe near the Muriwai beach and those who want to usually call in
there to refresh themselves after the walk.

I won’t be able to be at this walk but if you have any queries please ring any of;
Pat Woollaston 02749449143
Mike Gething 0272442143
Sally Felton 0272294803

Directions
Take Highway 16 to Helensville and take the Muriwai turnoff. When you get to Muriwai, follow the main road down the hill until you get to the Fire Station, turn right along Coast Road and drive past the Golf course to the car park where the walk will start. Entrance to the walk is across the road, so dogs on leads there. Click here for map of where we meet.

We are always looking for new places to go to for our Club walks. If you know of
any please tell me (Sally, see number above) or anyone on the Committee. They need
to be areas where dogs can be safely off lead and with no worries of stock which
could be upset.

See here for photos taken at our last walk at this location.

Update – a couple of great photos taken on the day.  Labradors leading the chase!!

An invitation has been extended to you to join the Golden Retriever Club walk on Sunday 15th March at the Botanical Gardens in Manurewa.  Please see the attached flyer for all the information you need relating to this walk.

The Labrador Club Important notice:

All those who join in the Labrador Club walk please make sure your dogs are up to date with their vaccinations. There is a lot of Parvovirus around at the moment and any public place is where your dog can pick it up if they are not safely vaccinated.

If you are not sure contact your Veterinary Clinic. Happy walking

Kind regards

Mary Waugh
Secretary, The Labrador Club Inc

Sunday 15th February 9.00am Whitford Forest

A few photos have been added from this walk to show the happy, muddy Labradors who were there

See flyer for full details
Meet at 8.45am and start the walk at 9.00am. Do bring drinks with you
plus any food you may need. Clothes suitable for the weather and comfortable shoes. The tracks are firm but there are water holes which the dogs will make full use of so it would be sensible to bring dog towels.

Dogs should be reasonably fit and under control. These walks are not suitable for dogs under 10 months of age and with the hot weather it can be quite hard for the older dogs. It is not restricted to members so family and friends are very welcome. We walk for about two hours or until everyone has gone far enough so it can be quite tough for small children.

Directions
Drive through Whitford and follow the Whitford/Maraetai Road. This becomes
Maraetai Drive and takes you down to the Maraetai beach and a round-about. At this round-about you turn right into Rewa Road which is twisty and takes you back to theforest. At the end of Rewa Road is where we meet. There are houses around so please park carefully and do not block anyone’s drive.
Keep your dogs on leads until we go into the forest.

Click here for map of where we meet.

If you have any queries or need directions on route, ring Sally 0272294803

Sunday 30th November 10.00am Woodhill Forest – Muriwai

Update:- Great day for a walk with over 20 Labradors and a few other 4 legged friends meeting up for a gambol and a swim.  Here are some photos taken on the day.

Meet at 9.45am for a 10.00am start

See flyer for full details

Join us for our next club walk in Muriwai Forest. Bring your family, dogs, leads, suitable walking shoes and, if you wish, some snacks and water.  Walk can be up to 2 hours long so ensure your dogs are reasonably fit. Dogs can run free once we are in the forest but should be on leads before the walk starts.  These walks are not suitable for puppies under 10 months old.

Remember towels for wet dogs at the end of the walk!

There is a nice cafe nearby where some of us go afterwards – you are welcome to join us.

Directions
Take Highway 16 to Helensville and take the Muriwai turnoff. When you get to Muriwai, follow the main road down the hill until you get to the Fire Station, turn right along Coast Road and drive past the Golf course to the car park where the walk will start. Entrance to the walk is across the road, so dogs on leads there.  Click here for map of where we meet.

If you have any queries or need directions on route, ring Sally 0272294803

Karioitahi Beach Sunday 15th June

Another great walk on a brisk winter’s day. Over twenty dogs set off along Kariotahi Beach and it was good to see regulars there as well as some new faces.  The dogs, in spite of so many distractions, horses, motorbikes, dead fish were so well behaved and they made the most of every second on the beach. Full report in next Bulletin.

map shows where we were