Post by Owen on Oct 22, 2020 20:05:55 GMT
1 ~~~ New Zealand's Most Treasured Trees Are in Danger — Here's How Hikers Can Stop Making It Worse (Video) ~~~
New Zealand is known for having breathtaking views and beautiful, natural spaces to explore.
But as an environmental threat looms over some of the country’s most popular trails, some hikers are only adding to the problem.
According to Lonely Planet, the New Zealand government has enforced some trail closures over the last few years to help control and
eradicate a disease that is ravaging the unique kauri trees across the country.
In addition, the government is levying fees as high as $60,000 New Zealand dollars (almost $40,000 USD) for those who violate the ban.
So far, 14 people have been caught trying to repeatedly access these prohibited areas, according to the New Zealand Herald.
Tearing down or damaging fences around the trails has also become a problem.
www.travelandleisure.com/travel-tips/responsible-travel/new-zealand-trail-closures-kauri-trees-hiker-fines
New Zealand is known for having breathtaking views and beautiful, natural spaces to explore.
But as an environmental threat looms over some of the country’s most popular trails, some hikers are only adding to the problem.
According to Lonely Planet, the New Zealand government has enforced some trail closures over the last few years to help control and
eradicate a disease that is ravaging the unique kauri trees across the country.
In addition, the government is levying fees as high as $60,000 New Zealand dollars (almost $40,000 USD) for those who violate the ban.
So far, 14 people have been caught trying to repeatedly access these prohibited areas, according to the New Zealand Herald.
Tearing down or damaging fences around the trails has also become a problem.
www.travelandleisure.com/travel-tips/responsible-travel/new-zealand-trail-closures-kauri-trees-hiker-fines