Exploring Red Rocks Reserve

In order to get my research started, I ventured out to Red Rocks Reserve today, in order to gather some primary research. I was looking to get a whole heap of photos of the place, as well as just take in the feel and atmosphere created out on the walk. To get out there, I took the number 29 bus, one of a few that head out to Happy Valley Road (one street off of Owhiro Bay Parade).

Once I arrived at the final bus stop, there was a short walk to the bay, although it was clearly marked with a sign printed "OWHIRO BAY". From there, I turned right, and followed the road along the coastline, all the way until I arrived at a building with all sorts of helpful information about the history of Owhiro Bay inside. Another good feature was that there were public toilets at the start of the walk.

Throughout the journey, I captured over 300 photos, and gained an appreciation for the walk. I instantly felt like this was a walk I wanted to advertise and promote in my brochure, particularly because people may not hear about it as often due to it's remote location, although it's definitely worth the trip out there.

The breeze off of the ocean, the breaking waves, the variety of textures on the walkways, and the consistently amazing scenery along the walk were some of the exciting features on the walk. Along with these, the red rocks themselves were really extraordinary, and there are also spots close to the red rocks where seals can be spotted, and you can feel more in touch with the marine life. The walk takes roughly 30-40 minutes to get out to the rocks, and the same on the way back. It is a reasonably flat surface, and quite an easy difficulty. I will print out several contact sheets containing all of my photos from the walk and put them into my physical workbook.

Tomorrow morning I will head up Mt. Victoria to gather some primary research from another of my potential promotional destinations. It will be good to see the contrast between these two walks, especially to see the difference between an uphill mountain walk, with a stunning view at the top, and the enjoyable coastline walk which offered amazing views throughout the whole walk. I will then aim to head to the Wellington Botanic Gardens on Saturday morning.