3.2 From the Harper Camp Site to Lake Camp. In this post, only the track as far as Lake Ida is covered, however, the track continues on to Lake Catherine. The NEX at Naval Base San Diego is plenty big and has lots of departments, but I'm just not that big a fan. Allow about two hours for this 8km meander in the hills. 1FrcAJbfY5jg1MfbaYpYn24MHRkdi7SFSB 20% of every membership sold contributes towards the costs of running NZ Topo Map. Porters Alpine Resort is a fantastic ski field for the whole family, while Mt Olympus gives skiiers a taste of the club field vibe. The hike is easy and achievable for a family. Kristen often works alongside the cadets, assisting senior staff in the practical training and support of cadets. At last Hugh and your correspondent scout out the object of our exercise. His true talent, however, is making coffee with his nifty espresso machine, and his lattes and flat whites are legendary throughout the community. The winters were harsh which prompted the building of some permanent housing. The couple, their neighbour Rod Harper and another of their friends Alex Smedley, a fencer who lives in a farmhouse down the road, have no trouble with visitors, especially the lean and hungry Te Araroa trampers coming off the hard trail. This is an experience not to be missed, and an iconic Kiwi thrill. Ben and Sam - Waipouri- Otago. Richard Giller, a fit retiree from Ashburton, comes down the road with his wife after a walk and a picnic. If you're finding the NZ Topo Map service useful please consider donating, no matter how small, it's greatly appreciated. The place is standing up on its own feet now.". "And at the end of the day why would the council want to spend a lot of money when we already have a perfectly good facility.". NZ Topo Map reserves the right to remove any information from the web site at any time. But yeah, the place has come a long way since I arrived. 4.1 Breakfast at Barkers. I wanted the HP Beats Edition Touch Screen Notebook PC, it was sold out. [4]:207 The facility has been owned by Trustpower (now Manawa Energy) since. 4 followers 4 connections. But what about the excrement? Even motorhomes, I'm quite happy for them to plonk down there," he says, pointing to a council reserve across the street. Lake Coleridge hydroelectric power station, Information boards outside the power station in Lake Coleridge Village. This begins with crossing the causeway between Lake Ida and the smaller pond next to the lake pictured in the cover photo. Jack comes from Black Forest Station in the Mackenzie Country, Jack also has a strong passion for farming and been out working hard for other local farmers during his time at home from Boarding School. If youre after a pair of Ice Skates to head out to the ice on be sure to get in contact with Stewarts Gully Services who have Ice Skates in range of different sizes that you. Find out more in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. "Right there where we put our chairs there was some dog excrement," he says, but he hadn't spotted any of the human variety. NZ Topo Map relies heavily on advertising revenue to cover its ongoing hosting and bandwidth costs. Click the map, drag the pin or enter your own to set coordinates: More options are available with LINZ's online coordinate converters. It had to be remembered that many of the residents in the village were not land owners and rate payers. Its incredibly important that if youre thinking of heading out to the lakes for a skate to head out with someone who is experienced and has the equipment and gear necessary for skating on naturally frozen lakes. the pages you visited on our site and the links you clicked on, the referring site (if any) from which you clicked through to this site, your operating system, for example Windows 10, Mac OS X, the type of web browser you use, such as Chrome, Edge or Safari. {{displayedTripData.routes[0].legs[0].duration.text}} - {{displayedTripData.routes[0].legs[0].distance.text}}. According to the Glenthorne Station Public Access page:People with disabilities or who are otherwise unable to walk the track may be permitted vehicle access to Lakes Ida and Catherine (Monck) but should must contact the Station Manager to book a key prior to arrival and report to the Managers House at Upper Glenthorne. Molly is a keen all round sports person also with a busy previous rowing schedule, and also loves the outdoors. Lake Coleridge was the first major hydro power plant to open and is credited with establishing the country's commitment to renewable hydro energy. Starting with a small climb up and around the hill it soon tails off and continues on following a variety of flora right the way through to the lake. Then Moved to Annavale in 2022. Take Them Outside Some must read tips before ice skating outside on that frozen lake! Its smaller brother, Little Lake Ida sits right along side Lake Ida and is also a great spot for both fishing in the summer months and skating during the winter months. The open-air switching yard supplies 66kV lines that run both east (connecting to the Transpower switch yard at Hororata and from there on to Christchurch) and west (across the Southern Alps via Arthur's Pass to supply the West Coast). After Ngi Tahu waived their right of first refusal to the facility, in 1998 the facility was purchased for $90.6 million by both Alpine Energy and Trustpower. WebADDRESS Glenthorne Station Harper Road, Lake Coleridge, RD2 Darfield, 7572, The issue had sparked debate in the village, he says, and it was disappointing to hear his and others' views labelled as a small minority view. Smedley looks after a paddock near his house where people and their motorhomes can overnight. Carey has moved up though our system to our Lake Block Manager and other specialist management roles such as Lumina lamb finishing, venison finishing and a Techno system growing our replacement heifers. The. The Department of Conservation website doesnt list it as a track yet making it quite a hidden destination well off the beaten track. Clockwise from Top LeftMatt taking a moment to admire his surroundings whilst skating on the ice,Introducing a few others to the edge of the ice at Lake Ida The clarity of the ice was incredibly transparent in many places you could see right to the bottom Karl and his Mrs making the most of the ice playing a little bit of hockey with a puck on the ice. 0xd22ACB646619eAeb57A954a1Da45E6bCD41B9edB Apart from Miles, the new owners are mostly English and American, but like him they bring ample capital. An alternative win-win method of donating is to buy an Entertainment Membership. WebAll persons wanting to use the farm tracks must contact the Station Manager to book a Previously from the Waitaki Valley and Northern Southland. From hiking and jet boating to skiing and boutique stays, Selwyns Lake Coleridge is an impressive destination with a wealth of things to fill your day. The power station, commissioned in 1914, is located on the glacial moraine that dams the lake and is perhaps worthy of a visit. [4]:145158[1] By the early 1930s, Coleridge had reached capacity, and was supplemented in 1934 by the commissioning of the Waitaki Dam and in 1935 by extending transmission lines south to join Coleridge/Waitaki to Dunedin's Waipori scheme. Hamishs parents run a Veterinary practice in Richmond. [4]:125 It was also the first to be built on glacial morraine,[4]:117 which caused significant issues with stability of the turbine hall. It was a really quick easy road walk from the lake to Lake Coleridge Station where the trail entered into a farm and followed along the Emily was head Girl at Ellesmere College, She has a very strong passion for farming, helping out on local farms when ever she could. I moved from an area where the nex was closed, so I am thrilled with the wonderful main exchange here in San Diego. If youre planning to head in for an Ice Skating session youll want to ensure there have been a number of cold days leading up to when you plan to skate, coupled with a cold frost in the area to ensure the conditions are right for skating. The ice is rather vocal whilst you skate across it. Discovery Jet offers an adrenaline-filled activity close to Lake Coleridge on the stunning blue Rakaia River. . "No, it's too windy up here," Scott replies. Janet will more often than not whip up a fresh batch of scones (served with homemade boysenberry jam made by the vicar in Hororata and cream) or cheese puffs to go with the beverage. As a skater becomes more experienced its easier to listen and get a feel for which parts of the ice are best to skate on by listening to the different sounds. "It would have been running less than half a stock unit to the hectare and now it's up around six or seven. WebBased from Ida Downs, Mike and Karen can offer self-drive or guide 4WD tours through the mountains and river valleys surrounding Lake Coleridge and Rakaia River. "Do you start inserting camping grounds for Te Araroa trampers? There is something for every level of comfort and budget from luxury and boutique, to hotels, motels and apartments, and backpackers and holiday parks. Alpine Energy was only involved in the deal to circumvent a rule that the station could only be sold to a South Island company, with Alpine withdrawing from the scheme in 1998. WebContinue on to the Lake Coleridge Village Green and power station. [3][6], In the early years of the station, demand for electricity in Christchurch grew rapidly[4]:125145 and the transmission system extended to reach Rangiora in the north and Oamaru in the south. Starting point:Rockwood farm, Darts Road (off Washpen Road). Henry has now moved into the Big Ben Block managers role. Not all aerial wires, cableways and obstructions that could be hazardous to aircraft are shown on this map. The Central South Island of New Zealand Te Waipounamu. During the early days of constructing the power station, the project employed up to 400 men. The village is a little off the main drag and too far from the lake to offer views over the water but, with its history, arboretum and high country scenery, is a gorgeous spot on a warm late-autumn day. Bring good shoes and reasonable fitness, and stay away in wild weather. Many trees are still standing and visitors can learn about some of them on the. Send Bitcoin address to your wallet, Bitcoin address (Legacy): Willem comes to Annavale from Shepherding in North Canterbury for a couple of years since leaving school. The only lodge in the village is a bit upmarket and for sale anyway. "The spring down at Acheron Bank would be a month ahead of what it is up the top end. Hamish comes from the Nelson area, where he has come with a very strong passion to get out and work on many different local farms in the area. Send Monero address to your wallet. . Tony and Pam have 4 adult sons, Tom -local Sheep Contractor. It's hoped trampers will be able to use the paddock as well. WebGlenthorne Station is a 62,352 acre high country sheep and cattle station nestled on the shores of Lake Coleridge, by the spectacular Southern Alps. WebLake Coleridge Power station 9 Generators producing 35 MW. One thing he won't miss is the norwester. WebThe Coleridge Downs team Managers Tony and Pam Plunkett General Manager Tony It was constructed mainly to supply electricity to Christchurch, with construction beginning in 1911 and completed with three generating units in 1914. A beautiful spot which some locals are happy to share. Cindy is oftennworking away in the office or remotely and plays a huge part of the Company. Report a Correction. You may choose to disclose personal information to NZ Topo Map when you give feedback or in submission forms. Nothing major, but it's one thing we've noticed with the cheviots, you just don't lose anything through stuck lambs.". "The fences at Mt Oakden aren't that wonderful so the manager up there decided he didn't want them.". This site uses cookies to provide you with the best experience. One subsidiary, Transpower, adopted responsibility for the outdoor switching yard, with the parent company planning to sell the facility at Coleridge. Spectacular views stretching up the valley to the head of the Rakaia River with a stunning display of colour in autumn. I guess if I can find it online cheaper, why not just do that. What better way to experience the true Canterbury high country than by horseback. Sun. Keep up to date with new features and updates by following NZ Topo Map on Twitter -, Or get more detailed updates by following. WebPower Station Harper Diversion From Lake Coleridge Village Tailrace Track 30 mins, easy Around the Village 1 hour, easy Arboretum Tree Trail up to 1 hour, easy Forest Loop Track 45 mins, moderate To Lake Coleridge 2.5 It looks like you have an ad blocker installed. bc1qpqgghpyhcdgrmhdrsvytgehzza6uck2v4c3aml If your wallet complains that the SegWit address is invalid use the Legacy address instead. NZ has to decide which way it wants to go. "People talk about overseas owners not being a good thing for New Zealand but I disagree. Mike and Karen have hosted the well-known Station to Station and High Country Journeys self drive four wheel drive trips for over 20 years. You can disable them or clear them out of your web browser without affecting your ability to use the site. Lake Coleridge and Acheron Bank are run together, with merinos on the tougher, higher Lake Coleridge and romneys on the lower, sweeter neighbour. READ MORE: *Stranded trampers blamed for Lake Coleridge poo problem. They're spending the money," he says. The Coleridge Power Station is a hydroelectric facility at Lake Coleridge on the Rakaia River in Canterbury, New Zealand. Lake Ida is a small lake near Lake Coleridge in Canterburys high country. WebLake Coleridge Station, Canterbury - New Zealand topographic map. communicating with you, including responding to your feedback and information provided in submission forms. The return journey back to the car is usually via the same track, however, if you were feeling adventurous it would be possible to short-cut and bush bash back to the car from Little Lake Ida. "It's probably not brilliant for people to just camp anywhere but by the same token we need a [camping] facility. Im a Christchurch born adventurer, studying engineering at the University of Canterbury. Printed Topo50 / 1:50,000 map sheets are available from Bivouac Outdoor, both online and in store. The first Europeans arrived in the mid 1800s. Walk alongside wetlands, farms, pine forest and the lake. [4]:195 Electricorp began downsizing staff and upgrading systems at the facility, and in 1994 it restructured into two subsidiaries. {{place.Description | striphtml | truncate(37, '')}}. They named the area after members of the Canterbury Association (responsible for mapping Canterbury for European settlement), who were nephews of English poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge. Clockwise from Top LeftThe admission fees that were charged for anybody that wanted to park up there car and skate on Lake IdaAn old painted road sign to let drivers know that the roads were slipperyA seat now made table with some old markings made on the re-purposed cable reelFour seats that were once used to push children and those unable to skate around the lake sitting in a circle around the table discarded, Still there is no vehicle access along the road leading into Lake Ida blocked by a locked gate at the start of Glenthorne Station. 0900 - 2100. Janet was a nurse and Hugh a teacher who turned out to be a dabhand at photography and graphic design. What is soon evident from the walk with Hugh is the acres of space all around, including adjacent to the toilet block. If any village in NZ is capable of handling a few campers, Lake Coleridge village is it. The area had a plentiful eels and birds and was an important food gathering stop for people crossing the Southern Alps seeking greenstone (pounamu) from the West Coast. Molly comes from South Canterbury, where her family farm between Waimate and Kurow. The newer No.1 surge chamber is 19 metres (62ft)[4]:361 in diameter and connects to an additional set of three penstock pipes that taper from 2.14 metres (7ft 0in) at the top of the run to 1.5 metres (4ft 11in)[4]:361 at the bottom, which are used to power the newer and larger set of turbines. {{places.length }} results found for "{{activeSearchQuery}}", {{place.SynopsisDescription | striphtml | truncate(37, '')}}. NZ Topo Map is developed and maintained in my spare time. Join The best place to keep up with the lake conditions are on Aardwolfs Natural Ice Reports. Kirk takes satisfaction in seeing the station developed to its potential, including a 400ha block that previously could barely grow a good crop of gorse, thanks to low fertility and the prevailing norwest winds. WebPeak Hill is a prominent hill on the shores of Lake Coleridge, Canterbury. "He's a hell of a nice bloke John; he comes over here quite often.". He also owns Mt Oakden, at the head of the lake. The problem of excrement was not isolated to Te Araroa trampers but numbers were expected to increase and "we need to be proactive and look at it now". He says there used to be a bit of a problem with human waste down at the intake until the council installed a $60,000 toilet. Jonty is a keen, hunter and all-round outdoor lad with a great passion for farming. JFK International Airport. Reece has been in the manager's role at Annavale for 10 years, after working nearby at Quartz Hill. 1 inlet is visible up at the lake as a whirlpool on calm days,[4]:146 with some of the older No. Eventually youll up at the western edge of the lake if you follow the track correctly. Its essential that if you have never skated on a frozen lake before that you go with someone with previous experience of skating on frozen lakes. While it initially started with 3 turbines, this was increased to 9[1] by 1930 with a total power output of 34.5 megawatts (46,300hp). But it was more divers using the lake for training than walkers, he says. Shelley and Duncan have been with us at Coleridge Downs since 2020, They live at the cookshop with thier son Corey and take care of feeding our hungry cadets. They claim the village is in danger of being swamped by trampers who they accuse of freely defecating around the village. That work's mostly been done but a regrassing programme continues, with two years of winter crops followed by sowing new permanent pasture. Too popular and locals and other tourists start to get disillusioned. No results found, please try another filter. Bitcoin address (Legacy): No results found, please try another search. Weve collated the best of the area to make it easy to explore. Unless required by law, NZ Topo Map won't publicise the names or email addresses of individuals who provide feedback or who use submission forms without their consent. [5] The older No. Top Left: Fred followed by Matt making there way around Little Mount Ida en route to Top Right: Walking along the old car park that was used for big groups and the masses that once came to Lake Ida for an ice skating session during the winter season.Bottom Left: Fred making strides out towards the frozen lake with joy after we found the lake looking solidly frozen from a distance Bottom Right: Looking out towards Mount Olympus whilst the sun sets over the mountain ranges. Lake Coleridge Village is divided over whether to welcome trampers. Another 1400 Lake Coleridge merino lambs are sold on Alpine Origin Silere contract and some merino hoggets are fed through winter for sale in spring. The Naval Base San Diego Navy Exchange (NEX) has a great food court with many options to choose from, and also carries a huge amount of men's and women's apparel, shoes, electronics, sporting goods, jewelry, and more. Check out this map for more details of both walks. Formation of the lake reaching right up to the hill with the water level lapping right up to the edge of the mountain make it incredibly easy to put your skates on whilst still sitting out on your backpack or bum padding of choice. Lake Coleridge, a centre of adventure and activity at the heart of the Selwyn Region, less than an hour and a half from tautahi Christchurch. Water is fed to the station from two inlets at the lake, which is elevated 165 metres (541ft) above the station's turbine hall. The following important information is taken directly from the maps legend: All information and materials available at this web site are provided "as is" without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, and NZ Topo Map disclaims all warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement of intellectual property or arising from a course of dealing, usage or trade practice. The new homestead that was built a few years ago has a spectacular view of Lake Coleridge and the mountains beyond but cops nearly every breath of norwest wind. NZ Topo Map makes no commitment to update the information or materials on this web site which, as a result, may be out of date. Get Directions. No results found, please try another filter. When Miles bought Lake Coleridge, it needed new fences, new pastures and a reliable stock and house water supply. Walk through a canyon formed by an ancient volcano. Potentially a great picnic hike for young ones. Please note access permission is by advance telephone arrangement with the land owner. Tony has been the General Manager at Coleridge Downs for 12 years, coming from a very strong management career on large progressive properties. The village doesn't have a shop or service station or backpackers lodge. His friendliness is not for any reward but he is a firm believer in "what you give, you get back". The collection grew large and diverse enough to be called an arboretum. We'll email you a download link when your PDF is ready. Eleven years later "it's just about all managers up here", Kirk says. It can be difficult to predict when ice will form on the lake and what conditions. Need something similar? Unless your fences are pretty stock-proof, the cheviot lambs, they'll go anywhere. Starting point:Lake Coleridge Domain information board. Opened in 1915 it was built to supply electricity to Christchurch and high users of power from the new station included tramways, the freezing works, and the dairies and butter factories. Suffolk and suff-tex terminal sires are put over the poorer mixed-age romney ewes and together with the cheviot-cross lambs, their offspring are sold at the annual Rakaia Gorge on-farm sale that works its way up country from station to station in one afternoon in January. Before skating on the ice its important to make some measure of how thick the ice is before you end up skating on it. 3 Day 2: A hike on Mount Cotton and drive to the Ashburton Lakes. Emily is also very keen on hunting and the outdoors. Campervans and freedom campers also come into the village wanting to stay the night. get an Embed link and change the "embed" to "download" in the url, Offline mobile maps when used through apps like. 49vEgsTZv5FUFAHbwPkpChSxSrV1GcAtpRrzUCDsrCXcXnuzQ1HebKhSZ31F2bMC9GDLM1F5XHraRUQqGYgXgbKPD9UwqKr Alternately, check out Peak Hill for a more challenging hike. Control and management is obviously part of the answer. "We know we have to manage these walkers and all the tourists and the way we want to do it is offer a decent facility so that those that come are looked after," Hugh says.