Mears Bush
Mears Bush
A special place
History
A plaque dedicated to Peter & Lorna Mears
Mears Bush is about 4 kilometers out of Oxford township in Canterbury, New Zealand. It is a piece of native bush preserved by Peter and Lorna Mears in partnership with the QEII trust.
This little bit of bush was once part of the Harewood Forest which covered the Canterbury foothills. The Harewood Forest was 22 500 hectares. That is over 55 000 acres.
Suitable walking track for all abilities and fitness
Directions to Mears Bush
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From the Main Street, turn right into Mill Road, left into Bush Road on a bend and right into Crallans Drain Road (approximately 3kms). There is a sealed car park about 1km from the turnoff.
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Intensity: Suitable for people of all abilities and fitness.
The way is well signposted. There is no wheelchair access due to the natural terrain.
Walking in the bush
Lush green plants
Help preserve this special space for others to visit by staying on the tracks.
Things to see:
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Native plants - ferns
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Insects
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Trees
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Possum traps
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Wasp traps
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Fantails
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Rat traps
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A slice of natural history
Cool trees to look at
Things to do:
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Take a snack and have a food break
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Enjoy the view
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Be happy in nature
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Take photos
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Take home your rubbish
Dogs:
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Dogs are allowed but must be on a lead. Take their droppings away in a bag.
Other things to remember when in the bush
Keep dogs on a lead
Dogs are welcome but it is important to keep them on a short lead. This to make sure they are kept safe and away from bait. It is also for the protection of the native wildlife and fauna.
Tracks are made for walking
Please keep to the tracks. This is for your own safety and the protection of wildlife and fauna.
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At times parts of the track may be muddy. Take care in these areas.