#microchallenge 01-03 winners!

April 2025

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Photo: Andrea Howard

Complete the #microchallenges, as these Walk1200km participants have done, and receive an exclusive, can’t-be-bought Walk1200km badge. The best effort in each challenge also receives a special prize from our partners! 

#microchallenge01: A bench, a view and you

Partner prize: Bridgedale Midweight Merino Performance Fit socks!

Winner (featured): Andrea Howard found a stunning sunset view at Raumati Beach on one of her walks.

Charlotte Lankshear found this well-positioned bench on the climb to Ghost Lake Hut.

Mark Heald and his walking buddy found a grand bench view on Faulkners Track in the Port Hills.

#microchallenge02: Have an in-tents experience

Partner prize: A $100 hamper of delicious breakfasts fromYum!

Winner: Rik Soderlund had an in-tents experience on a trip to Abel Tasman National Park.

Jamila Knopp enjoyed Tadmor Valley views from her camp on Conical Hill.

Tessa Honeyfield and friends camped at Fohn Lakes during their Five Passes tramp.

#microchallenge03: Climb a hill

Partner prize: Big Agnes Impassable 20

Winner: Kelly Smith and her children climbed to Travers Saddle in Nelson Lakes National Park.

Zoe Cooper and family reached the summit of Mt Hector. “My mum can finally remove the Southern Crossing from her bucket list!” said Zoe.

Wendy Spray is on her first Walk1200km challenge and started the new year with a hike to the summit of Robert Ridge in Nelson Lakes.

Seen that you’ve won?

To claim your prize, email a photo of yourself holding this issue of Wilderness to: walk1200km@lifestylepublishing.co.nz. Only registered Walk1200km participants are eligible to win, so make sure you’re registered!

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