So you’re new to trail running? or want to build your knowledge and experience base? or simply want to run some world-class single track with a bunch of like-minded people? Whatever your motivation you might want to consider a weekend at Running Wild’s gobsmackingly gorgeous training base at Karekare in the Waitakere Ranges, just 45 minutes from downtown Auckland.
We have priority access to Wharepuka, a wonderful 4-bedroom holiday home set high above the beach basking in glorious views. And guess what lies out the back door? 250kms of awesome trails that’s what! Check it out on the Baches & Holiday Homes website or on Facebook.
The all-in package
This includes:
– two days guided running with Mal Law, one of NZ’s most experienced trail runners
– advice and tips on everything from running technique to nutrition and foot care
– comfortable accommodation for 2 nights
– 2 hearty breakfasts, 2 sumptious dinners (you provide your own running/lunch food for the trail)
$335 per person or $595 for a couple sharing a big, comfortable Queen-sized bed
$545 for couples where one is a non-runner
Group size of 4 to 8 people – get together a group and make a block booking or join one of our ‘new friends’ groups. The next one is scheduled for: October 6th & 7th 2012
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For further details on what to expect from the all-in package download the INFORMATION SHEET
“This was a fantastic weekend! Mal is your man if you want an awesome place to stay, eat, drink and most importantly run the FANTASTIC trails in the Waitakere ranges! SUPERB!” Steve Neary
“Thanks for an awesome weekend at the inaugural Karekare Trails Training Camp. Great accommodation, trails, company and food. I look forward to the next one I can attend” Gary Nicholson
“Thanks for the awesome weekend! I had an absolute blast. It was good to hang with and run some stunning trails with like minded people. I highly recommend Mal’s camps, quality guide, quality trails, quality company and quality food” Matt Meckenstock
“Thanks for your knowledge, encouragement, guidance and heartstoppingly good apple crumble” Emma Thompsom
The DIY package
Get together a group of friends and stay at Wharepuka for a self-catered, self-guided weekend of trail running goodness. We’ll provide trail maps and tips on all the best places to run. You pay just the advertised per-night rate
To enquire about either of the above options just send us an email telling us what kind of weekend your running shoes desire.
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