Te Āpiti Traverse
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About the race
Te Āpiti Traverse is a community trail running event around Woodville in the Manawatū - Tararua region. The event offers four distinct courses that cross the ranges between the Manawatū and Tararua districts, combining bush track, shared pathway, and road sections with climbs, descents, and flat running.
Available courses and distances:
- Te Āpiti : 42.00 km
- The Ruahine : 20.14 km
- Te Ahu a Tūranga : 14.00 km
- The Downhill : 10.00 km
Entry fees (NZD, including GST) vary by course and are paid via EventPlus. All participants must check in at the registration desk at Ferry Reserve, Woodville on the morning of the event; buses will transport runners from Ferry Reserve to the appropriate start locations where required. The event includes a volunteer programme with roles such as check-in, water stations, and course marshals. The Woodville Lions Club organises the event and the primary beneficiary is Arohanui Hospice; any additional proceeds will be returned to the local community.
Participants are asked to read the event Terms & Conditions, Refunds, Transfers & Deferrals Policy, and Mandatory Gear Requirements before entering. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.