Free downloads for the Whanganui River and Whanganui National Park
The Blazing Paddles information booklet
Click on the above link to download this information-packed 24 page booklet with all you need to know about canoeing or kayaking the Whanganui River. This file is about 1 MB in size, so if you are on dial-up you may prefer to email us at judithe@blazingpaddles.co.nz with a snail mail address and we will post you a free copy.
If you have a large group, please help us help you get on the water faster, by downloading our standard disclaimer form and getting your party members to fill it in and sign it before you arrive at our depot. This is particularly helpful on busy holiday weekends. Don't forget to bring it with you. If you have more names than will fit on one sheet, print out multiple copies or photo copy it.
NEW
Whanganui River Calendar 2008 - click here
(Featuring the photos of Ross Judd on the 2005 National Scout Canoeing School)
17 MB, so don't try downloading this on a dial up connection. If you would like a hard copy you can order one or more - price to be advised when post and packaging costs are worked out)
Share your photographic gems on river with us and be part of our 2009-10 Whanganui River Season calendar. Send a low resolution version to us at calendar@blazingpaddles.co.nz and if we select it for use, Mark will be in touch to discuss payment terms for its use.
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