MERMASCS WINTER WATERFALL SERIES
What To Expect
Join us for a three-part waterfall winter series exploring the stunning Kitekite Falls, Fairy Falls, and Karekare Falls. These community-driven, social walks and swims offer our local LGBTQ+ communities a chance to get outside and explore the whenua together this Winter. Josh McNally (Ia, they, he), Kāi Tahu, Ngāi Tahu - our guide - brings over a decade of outdoor leadership experience alongside social work expertise, specialising in supporting Takatāpui, gender-diverse, and Rainbow folk. From managing disability youth teams to advising on diversity and inclusion for Scouts Aotearoa, Josh is deeply passionate about helping others thrive and live their fullest lives. 1) Kitekite Falls / Saturday 5 July: Approx. 1 hr / 2.75km return; 'easy-intermediate' walk (a well-formed track with some steps and uneven surfaces). 2) Fairy Falls / Saturday 2 August: Approx. 1.5hr / 3km return; 'intermediate' walk (an incredibly scenic walk featuring a large amount of stairs in the second half). 3) Karekare Falls / Saturday 13 September: Approx. 10min / 1km return; 'easy' walk to the beautiful Karekare falls. Each outing includes varied-length walks through bush, time to connect with others, and an optional swim beneath the waterfall for those brave enough to take the plunge into the cold winter wai. We encourage carpooling discussion via our Mermascs Facebook group chat closer to the dates. Health & Safety: Although all health and safety procedures have been carefully considered and put in place, all participants are required to sign a Risk Assessment and Management System (RAMS) form prior to participation. Participants are responsible for their own safety and well-being throughout the activities.
Booking terms & conditions
Radiqal Movement caters to LGBTQ+ and takatāpui communities, welcoming whānau, allies, and other communities that are misrepresented and often omitted from mainstream fitness spaces. All attendees, regardless of background, abilities, or identities, are welcome to participate in our events, as long as participants understand and agree to uphold our values. Some of which include: 🏳️⚧️ Trans rights are human rights 🤝 Toitū te Tiriti ⚖️ Fat liberation, body-neutral exercise & accessibility prioritisation 💜 All bodies, all abilities, and people of all experiences deserve to relish in the joys of exercise & movement Please: • Respect each person's identity and use their correct pronouns. Everyone deserves to be acknowledged for who they are. • Engage in respectful conversations and embrace the diversity of perspectives, identities and lived experiences within our community. Everyone is on their own journey. • Be mindful of language and behaviours that may exclude or harm others. • Respect others' privacy by not taking or sharing photos or videos, or sharing personal details of other participants, without the express permission of everyone involved. • Follow all health and safety instructions from Radiqal Movement staff. Disregarding these guidelines may result in removal from the event. • Wear clothing that is safe and comfortable for the respective environment, including closed-toe shoes where required. • Do not use any photo or video taken at our events for commercial purposes without written consent from Radiqal Movement's Chief Executive. Paid bookings can be cancelled or rescheduled up to 24 hours before the event for a full refund. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the event are non-refundable, as our team has already committed time and resources to making the magic happen. Thanks for understanding! If any issues arise during an event, please contact the Chief Executive via email at rm@radiqalmovement.com. All concerns will be addressed promptly and professionally.
Contact Details
rm@radiqalmovement.com
rm@radiqalmovement.com
rm@radiqalmovement.com