Newshound Ady & Flo www.sunlive.co.nz

Hello my fabulous readers. In time for summer, and all the fun outside – here are some interesting venues for canine outings – try them out with your pooch!

First up is the Gordon Carmichael Reserve. This a great spot for bird lovers such as myself and Flo. The ducks in the pond are really pleased when we swim out to greet them.
The park is used by a lot of dog owners; please stay on a leash if you're the excitable type. There are heaps of boardwalks and large grassy areas and room for ball throwing in places.
There are excellent walking and cycling links between Bethlehem and Brookfield through 60 hectares of storm water reserve with native plants and a wide variety of birds. An outdoor classroom is used for things like the Learning Through Discovery programme for schools.
There is a playground, toilets and drinking fountain available in the centre of the reserve near the main car park. Thanks Gordon!

Secondly, I must give glory to the Te Puna Quarry Park.
This is a fantastic community development project on the old quarry site that has been developed as gardens, walkways, open areas and sculpture art.
Best to stay on a lead, but there's plenty of exercise for dogs and people. Some of the tracks are steep and a bit challenging in the wet, but you don't have to take on all the steep sections to get a good outing. Lovely views from some of the tracks. The artwork is pretty cool too. A great outing for all the family, and the pooch.
Where's your favourite walking spot? Let us know!
Email corrie@thesun.co.nz

-Ady