23/01/2026
📢A brand-new trail challenge is coming to the lower North Island and we're inviting runners, walkers and explorers of all levels to experience the raw beauty of Tararua and Manawatū like never before. 📢
The inaugural Te Āpiti Traverse, organised by the Woodville Lions Club, is all set to take place Saturday 14 March 2026!
We are ready to guide participants across the spectacular Manawatū Gorge / TeApiti and its iconic wind-farm ridge lines. ⛰️
Whether you are an elite trail athlete or whanau seeking an unforgettable day outdoors, you'll find we offer a distance and a view for you. Take part in a rare chance to traverse one of Aotearoa’s most distinctive landscapes.
“We’re thrilled to bring an event like this to the region, It’s not just about fitness. It’s about showcasing our home, connecting people with local businesses and making sure every dollar raised goes right back to support our regional Hospice Arohanui, as well as our community.”
- Scott Gilmore, Woodville Lions Club President.
Businesses are invited to join as event partners, with naming rights and award sponsorship packages (gold, silver, bronze, in-kind) now available. 🏅
Full event details, course information and sponsorship opportunities can be found at teapititraverse.nz 🌐
We are honored to be powered by Woodville Lions Club continuing their long history of serving the local area and reinvesting all profits from events and initiatives back into community projects.
🏃♀️ Cant wait to sign up? 🏃♂️
Contact: Peter Johns, 027 442 7115 | [email protected]
