TIRA ORA ESTATE. In the wilderness is the preservation of the world

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1 TIRA ORA ESTATE In the wilderness is the preservation of the world Pressures of the modern world melt away Tira Ora is a perfect place to explore, live, and play

2 TIRA ORA The name given to this 550 acre piece of paradise, by the indigenous Maori people who lived here a century ago. Tira Ora means a place for travellers to find rest, sustenance, and health. As true today as it was a century ago. A Trust purchased Tira Ora in 1999, and for the last decade has hosted guests and visitors from all over the world. Adventurers. young and old, have stayed at Tira Ora in order to learn and share what they are able about sustainable development, in order to preserve the beauty of the land and sea, The cultural exchanges have been predictably positive, by setting the ground rules of respect for each other. We have had people from countries at war sit down together at table, and live side-by-side, concentrating on what we have in common, instead of our differences. Our peace is maintained by following the guidelines of the 10 Commandments. 2

3 FUN FILLED DAYS RELAXING NIGHTS Tira Ora offers you a range of land, sea and air activities. Many are free, some have a small charge to cover materials, resources, and instructors time. Tour operaters can also be contacted for scenic flights around our area by plane, float plane, or helicopter. Deep sea fishing excursions can also be booked. PADI Diving Courses can be arranged for groups of 5 or more. Ballroom and salsa dancing instructions can be arranged. At the end of each day you will look forward to going to sleep in your luxurious private chalet. The adventurous can pick from staying in a teepee, fishing hut, tent, or the hay loft co-housing area. Whatever lifestyle you choose, you will be enriched as a person by shifting out of your comfort zone, and moving closer to nature, and kind-hearted people. There is zero crime at Tira Ora. That is something we need to maintain together, for the sake of our children, and with respect to our elders. DAYTIME NIGHTIME MANY ACCOMMODATION STYLES ARE TO BE FOUND AT TIRA ORA. HISTORIC TIRA ORA LODGE A turn of the (20th) century building, originally the post office for the sounds, a school, and gathering place for people. Nam# 110 Tour per person, includes cup of tea HAY LOFT HABITAT Sleep with the sweet scent of hay, and hear the cattle munching below. Nam# 111 Price pp per night 3

4 ACCOMMODATIONS There are several accommodation options at Tira Ora. The Chalet option is for people who want to sleep in 4-poster beds, with all the comforts, in the middle of the wilderness. $200 pp, p. night Co-housing is available for people who want to self cater, and stay in one of our purpose-built abodes, teepee, or tent and share facilities. $50 pp.pn. The most popular option has been volunteering to caretake, and enhance the natural environment. $35 pp.pn Volunteers receive accommodation and three delicious meals a day in exchange for six hours of work, maintaining tracks, buildings, growing organic food, animal care, and a variety of other eco-friendly activities. Volunteers have built a large cohousing area that includes an open-plan living room dining room (seats 80), a stage for performances, and a kitchen with views from the sink, to remind guests that they are living in the rugged outdoors with modern conveniences. Sleeping in the hay loft, camping in tents is the pref 4

5 FOOD AND DRINKS VARIETY IS THE SPICE OF LIFE Tira Ora dining tables are cut from slabs of wood on site. A buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner is enjoyed by all as a shared responsibility for good health. The fishing nets are set every day, and we enjoy the ocean s bounty. We serve vegeterian and meat options at every meal. The meat is organic, and many vegetables and herbs are grown organically on site. Eggs are from our hens, and ostrich. One ostrich egg equals 22 hen eggs, and makes a beautiful omelette. Our water is sourced on site, and plentiful and pure. You are welcome to fill your bottles on departure. Coffee, teas, and Tira Ora herbal teas are available always. Fresh bread is baked daily. Cheese and ice-cream is made on site when the dairy cows are in milk. A wide range of books are available for you to read on how to sow, grow, harvest, and prepare your own food. You will gain experience in this! ZERO WASTE MEANS TAKE WHAT YOUR BODY NEEDS, BUT DO NOT WASTE FOOD. TIRA ORA FOOD SCRAPS FEED OUR CHICKENS, AND PIGS Buffet-style breakfast lunch and dinner. Barbeque, and meat on a spit, and hangi (traditional maori cooking method) are availible by arrangement. Healthy option party snacks are available for special occasions. International favourites fill our weekly menu. If you have any special dietary requirements, bring what you need to supplement your diet. 5

6 SET YOUR GOAL START MOVING VICTORY! 6

7 ACTIVITIES AND OPPORTUNITIES FLAX WEAVING Learn to care for, cut and weave flax. Nam# 101 Price 5.00 HORSE RIDING LESSONS Learn to ride on a tame gentleman named Goldie. No fear, all fun. Lessons given by pony club champ. Nam# 102 Price per lesson ROPES & CONFIDENCE COURSE Great for people of all ages! Nam# 103 TREKKING Enjoy our many treks to lovely vistas. Nam# 104 Maps and guided tours are available. Watching the clouds! Nam# 105 Enriching relationships! LLAMA FEEDING & FUN Hand feed our tame llama, They are intelligent and calm, and love bananna peels. Nam# 106 MEET AND GREET NEW FRIENDS Tira Ora is a meeting place for international guests. We share the peace that so many long for in the world. Nam# 107 SLEEP, SWEET SLEEP Enjoy a little nap when needed between all the activities and fun. Nam#

8 ACTIVITIES AND OPPORTUNITIES OSTRICH CARE & FEEDING & ART Gather ostrich feathers, and learn how to turn them into a beautiful addition to your wardrobe. Nam# 109 Price MEETING ROOM Plan, share, strategise the next thing you will do in one of our meeting places. Nam# 110 HAY LOFT SLEEPING What could be nicer than sleeping in a hay loft, at least once in your life. Nam# 111 Price pp.per night REST, READ, PRACTICE MUSIC Bring your own instruments, or share some of ours. Nam# 112 -POA WORLD STUDIES What can you do to make the world into a better place? Learn and grow. Nam# 113 JET SKIS A bit of fun, dolphins love them! Expensive because of the fuel. Nam# 114 Price minutes TREE CLIMBING Many trees over a century old. Enjoy them! Nam# 115 PLANT IDENTIFICATION This is the place to learn about plants. Guided tours available. Nam# 116 CLIMBING WALL A climbing wall with native trees is available to build confidence and skills. Nam#

9 ACTIVITIES & OPTIONS POSSUM HUNTING Schedule a hunting trip, Nam# 118 Price 10 pp ( in groups of 5) KIWI FRUIT EATING Come and share our harvest in May and June each year. Nam# 119 STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN TREK Take a guided tour up the stairway as a 6 hour long day trip, or as an overnight excursion option. Nam# 120 Price 60-day trip 120-overnight. PHOTOGRAPHY On land and underwater photography options available. Share your experince with friends and family at home. Nam# 121 SWIMMING Enjoy the crystal clear water of our private bay. Wetsuit and snorkle hire shop is on site, or bring your own. Nam# 122 Rental Snorkle-goggles-mask 5-wet suiit10 Diving boots 10- ART CLASSES Tira Ora is a perfect place to brush up on your drawing and painting. Materials supplied. Nam# 123 Price 10 per hour (group of three) PIG HUNTING Be part of a hunting excursion for Tira Ora wild pig. Small groups, or individuals. Learn how to prepare the meat for the table. Nam# 124 Price 35.00pp includes photos. MAKING NEW FRIENDS Tira Ora is a great place to make new friends, and strengthen relationships. Nam# 125 HORSES, HORSES, HORSES Horses for experienced riders are available for your enjoyment. Nam# 126 Price for 2 hours. 9

10 WHEN IT IS TIME TO GO YOU TAKE YOUR WONDERFUL MEMORIES WITH YOU TRANSFORMED OUTLOOK ON LIFE IMPROVED HEALTH ATTITUDE AND HAPPINESS You leave behind people and animal friends who will be awaiting your return, for more good times in the future.

11 NAME Plan what you would like to do at Tira Ora and submit your request at booking time. All activities at Tira Ora are weather permitting. Every attempt will be made to let you experience the activities of your choice. Check the Tira Ora Trumpet daily for a list of additional activities and special events. Have a great time! ADDRESS ADDRESS PHONE CHILD CHILD CHILD COMPANION COMPANION ACTIVITY DATE TIME Tira Ora is located in the top of the South Island of New Zealand. Lattitude South Longitude East 11

12 SIMPLY WONDERFUL TIRA ORA After all is said and done, you will be happy to have had the experience of Tira Ora, a place of health, happiness, and wellbeing. Spread the love and joy, respect for each other, and respect for our planet, whereever you go. COME BACK SOON! TELL OTHERS! GATHER SEEDS SOW SEEDS HARVEST AND SHARE Contact us at: Tira Ora Estate, North West Bay, Pelorus Sound, Marlborough, New Zealand (Mail: Private Bag, Havelock 7150, New Zealand) Phone: Fax: stay@tira-ora-estate.com