This old-fashioned country horse race meeting, established in 1887, is held annually at the historic Kumara Race track. The main race, the Kumara Gold Nuggets, boasts a real gold nugget as the prize. Come along with friends and family, enjoy the entertainment, food and a fun day out.
This event has a long and proud history spanning over 60 years and it will be held on the West Coast Wilderness Trail this year. Starting at Kumara, it follows the 25km section to Greymouth and takes in some awesome scenery. Why not give it a go and have a great weekend on the Coast. For more details go to https://www.facebook.com/greymouthharrierclub/
Four magnificent ride options to choose from and the opportunity to see the West Coast beauty. Four events, lots of categories:
The Epic - Ross to Greymouth - 132km
The Challenge - Hokitika to Greymouth - 95km
The Classic -Cowboy Paradise to Greymouth - 59km
The Cruise - Kumara to Greymouth - 21km
For more info, and to enter visit: www.ridethewilderness.co.nz
If you are planning to ride the trail on this day but not as part of the event please check out the latest information on the timing of the race at the various locations here. We encourage all riders on the trail at the same time as the event to ride in the south to north direction.
Enjoy exciting tasty wild treats, top entertainment and West Coast hospitality. www.wildfoods.co.nz
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