#microchallenge 7–9 winners!

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Ruby Rowe flew with the birds on her walk from Christchurch to New Brighton.

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#microchallenge7: Cool off!

Salewa Mountain Trainer Lite winner!

Kerri Shanks couldn’t resist jumping off the jetty at Lake Taupō’s Motutere Bay after walking the Waipehi Walk twice!

Heidi Stiefel dived into the Mohaka River after a hot hike to Te Puia Lodge.

Lissy Bell found some moist moss to cool her brow on the Klondyke Spur Track.

#microchallenge8: Find some urban art

Bridgedale Midweight Merino Performance Fit socks winner!

Ruby Rowe flew with the birds on her walk from Christchurch to New Brighton.

Leanne Gordon discovered the mining history of Reefton in this artwork.

Debbie Edwards’ urban walk in Nelson had her climbing the walls! 

#microchallenge9: Spot a small creature

$100 Further Faster voucher winner!

Donna Congalton spied a massive worm while tramping around Lake Rotoiti in Nelson Lakes.

Shardae Donker spotted a carnivorous powelliphanta snail on the Tākaka Hill Walkway.

A dragonfly rested on Kellie James’ daughter’s cap.

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