In each issue, three new #microchallenges are set to add interest and silliness to your kilometres.
These three fun #microchallenges will help you to appreciate your surroundings and have fun on
your walks. Our favourite six #microchallenge completers receive a money-can’t-buy limited edition Walk1200km badge, and the best entry for each challenge receives a prize from our partners.
Do walks with a total elevation gain equal to or greater than the height of Aoraki – 3724m – in 30 days or less. Because this challenge will require you to achieve a daily average elevation of 124m, it’s going to help you cement your habit of walking! Submit a photo of yourself from your favourite walk along with your tally. #microchallenge4
Partner prize: A pair of AKU Flyrock shoes worth $385!
Do a walk that circles something, such as a hill, a ridge, a field or park, a park, a lake or a pond. Photograph yourself on the walk and tell us what you lapped. #microchallenge5
Partner prize: A $100 Back Country Cuisine Voucher.
In Māori mythology, feathers symbolise mana, high status, and a spiritual connection to Tāne, god of the forest. Keep a sharp eye out for one on your next walk, photograph it, and share where you found it.
#microchallenge6
Partner prize: A pair of Bridgedale Midweight Merino Performance Fit socks!
You must be a registered Walk1200km participant to enter. Upload a photo with the relevant
hashtag and a short descriptive caption to the Walk1200km Facebook group, or email your photo
to walk1200km@lifestylepublishing.co.nz with the hashtag included in the subject line by March 13. Winners will be published in the May 2026 issue of Wilderness.
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