Are you ready to go on a local adventure and celebrate the natural wonders of the Western Bay of Plenty?

Get Outdoors Week starts this Saturday, November 12, and Western Bay of Plenty District Council is challenging you to harness the enthusiasm of Get Outdoors Week and go outside every day of the week.

Not sure where to go? Take inspiration from the Western Bay of Plenty District Council.

Every day during the week council's Instagram and Facebook accounts will feature one of the council's top five spots to enjoy a packed lunch.

These spots are all close to carparks, have flat terrain, and provide easy access to nature, coinciding with the theme of Get Outdoors Week – accessibility for all ages and abilities.

Don't forget your camera. Get Outdoors Week organisers are running daily photo competitions with some great prizes to be won each day by tagging #GOWEEKNZ.

Get the daily theme and competition details at getoutdoorsweek.co.nz/dailyprizes

WBOPDC reserves and facilities manager Peter Watson says the theme for Get Outdoors Week in 2022 is accessibility, highlighting activities for all ages and abilities.

'Getting outdoors doesn't mean you need to go out and buy all the gear or drive somewhere remote. Being outdoors in your local park is every bit as good, and much more achievable,” says Peter.

'No matter your level of fitness or mobility, there's something for you. We have many kilometres of walking and cycling trails and 222 reserves with 30 playgrounds – all for you to use, and no doubt there's one in a community near you.

'It's part of our commitment to you to provide safe places where everyone can get the benefits of connecting with nature and community.”

Another easy way to get out, is to join council staff at their first Wander Dogs event at Te Puna Quarry Park, on Saturday November 19.

'This year our Wander Dog walks also include free dog training talks to get your four-legged friends on their best behaviour.”

Come along to learn a thing or two and grab a free doggy bag with treats for your bestie. The talk begins 9am, and the walk starts 10am.​ Get the details online at: westernbay.govt.nz/wanderdogs

The talk will take place around the Te Puna Quarry Park carpark/ lower grass lawns, which is wheelchair accessible. The walk around the park is not suitable for wheelchairs.

Get Outdoors Week runs from November 12-20. More information is at: getoutdoorsweek.co.nz