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Supporting young people living with Spina bifida and their whānau to Shine & Explore in the outdoors.
For many young people living with Spina bifida, physical, medical and accessibility barriers can make it difficult to take part in school camps, outdoor education, swimming, camping and other ‘everyday Kiwi’ activities alongside their peers. This can mean missing out on opportunities to build confidence, friendships, independence and resilience, as well as having fun outdoors and enjoying these experiences with their whānau and friends.
Shine & Explore 2027 is a five-day inclusive outdoor adventure programme bringing together tamariki and rangatahi living with Spina bifida and their whānau for a week of adventure, connection, therapy and fun.
Following a successful pilot in 2026, the programme is returning to Mārahau, Tasman, from 18–23 January 2027.
The 2026 pilot was recognised as a Finalist in the Recreation Aotearoa Outdoor Awards 2026 – Outstanding Outdoor Programme, recognising its contribution to inclusive outdoor recreation.
Shine & Explore provides a safe, supportive and inclusive environment where young people and their whānau, can try new things, challenge themselves, connect with others and discover what is possible.
Outdoor adventures – canoeing, kayaking, climbing, paddle boarding, swimming, camping and adventures in the Abel Tasman National Park.
Therapeutic support – physiotherapy, adventure therapy, occupational therapy, nurse specialists and child and family counselling. Pre-programme, during the programme and post-programme therapeutic support.
Creative and social activities – circus, music, arts, sensory activities, team-building and group challenges.
Connection and wellbeing – building friendships, confidence, resilience and support networks and respite opportunities.
The programme is designed and coordinated by our committed volunteers at the West Coast Early Intervention Trust, working alongside the Boyle River Outdoor Education Centre team, experienced therapists and local operators. With consultation, input and support from families living with Spina bifida including families who joined us in Shine & Explore 2026.
Approximately 40 participants from across Aotearoa will attend, Shine & Explore, 2027. Including 10 young people living with Spina bifida, alongside their siblings and whānau.
We are working hard to secure sponsorships and grants to keep costs as low as possible for families. We also have a number of community fundraising initiatives i.e Bunnings BBQs, raffles, school fundraisers and Moana-Rose’s 3D-printed Little Critters & Fidgets. Families also contribute towards the programme costs and cover travel costs.
Donations and sponsorship help cover accommodation, adaptive equipment, accessible bathroom hire, food and activities, helping to keep family contributions low.
For families already facing additional costs associated with disability, affordability is incredibly important. We want to ensure cost is not a barrier to taking part.
We really appreciate any support you can offer to help make Shine & Explore 2027 possible for these young people living with Spina bifida and their whānau.
Together, we can help these families Shine & Explore.
Ngā mihi nui,
The Shine & Explore Team
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🍽️ Sponsor a Day of Kai for one whānau at Shine & Explore Help make Shine & Explore, Mārahau, 2027 an unforgettable experience for young people living with Spina Bifida and their whānau, by sponsoring meals for a day! Participants and their families will be preparing and sharing kai together, building connections, independence, and community. 🌟 What We Offer Sponsors: ✅ A chance to be part of a meaningful, community-led initiative that supports families living with complex disabilities ✅ Your business name & logo on Shine & Explore promotional materials and website ✅ Inclusion of your business logo/name in sponsored meal menus, equipment, or daily programme ✅ Recognition in local community newspapers and social media ✅ Acknowledgement during the Shine & Explore programme with participants, volunteers and Outdoor Education staff ✅ A tax receipt (you can claim a tax credit for ⅓ of any donation over $5) ✅ A warm invitation to visit Mārahau during Shine & Explore 2027 to meet participants, see your support in action, and be part of the experience 🎉 Whether you're sponsoring one family's meals or the whole group for a day, your support makes a real difference. 📩 Interested and would like more information? We'd love to chat with you about sponsorship options. Thank you for supporting Shine & Explore Mārahau 2027, helping tamariki & rangatahi and whānau connect, grow, and thrive in the outdoors.
🏡 Sponsor Accessible Accommodation for One Whānau Group for a night Help make Shine & Explore Mārahau 2027 a reality for families living with Spina Bifida by sponsoring accessible accommodation at the Mārahau Outdoor Education Centre Lodge for one whānau for a night. 🛏️ What's Our Accommodation Plan? Shine & Explore is a 5-day residential programme based at the Mārahau Outdoor Education Centre, a classic school camp-style lodge with bunkrooms, located just across the road from Mārahau beach. To ensure accessibility for all participants, the West Coast Early Intervention Trust is hiring in extra accessible bathrooms, ramps, and specialist equipment to make the lodge suitable for young people living with Spina Bifida and their whānau. Many participants require ongoing healthcare throughout the day. Accessible, safe, and well-equipped accommodation and facilities is vital for their health, independence, and comfort during the programme. 🌟 What We Offer Sponsors: ✅ Be part of a meaningful, community-led initiative supporting families with complex disabilities ✅ Your business name & logo on Shine & Explore promotional materials and website ✅ Inclusion in sponsored accommodation, meals, activities, or daily programme listings ✅ Recognition in local newspapers and social media ✅ Acknowledgement during Shine & Explore with participants, staff, and volunteers ✅ A tax receipt, claim a tax credit for ⅓ of any donation over $5 ✅ A warm invitation to visit Mārahau during Shine & Explore 2027 to see your support in action - you are welcomed to join us at our community meal and for the final evening celebration performance and slide show 🎉 Whether you're sponsoring a single family’s accommodation or a full day for all participants, your support will have a direct, lasting impact on the lives of young people and their whānau. 📩 Interested in sponsoring, would you like to find our more? Let’s kōrero, we’d love to talk more about options and how your support can help. Ngā mihi nui for supporting Shine & Explore, Mārahau, 2027, helping tamariki, rangatahi, and whānau connect, grow, and thrive in the outdoors.
🧘 Sponsor a Day of Therapeutic & Wellbeing Support for One Whānau Group. Help us make Shine & Explore, Mārahau 2027, an empowering learning experience for young people living with Spina Bifida and their whānau, by sponsoring a day of professional therapeutic and wellbeing support woven through the outdoor programme. 🌿 You Can: 👨👩👧👦 Sponsor one whānau group’s therapeutic support for a day (including pre and post programme support) Wellbeing & Therapy Input includes: 🧗♀️ Adventure therapy 🧑⚕️ Child & family counselling 👐 Occupational therapy 🧒 Paediatric physiotherapy (specialising in Spina Bifida) 💆 Continence Nurse Specialist 🎪 Inclusive circus workshops 🎨 Art & Creative workshops 🐶 Pet therapy These supports are fun, inclusive, and empowering; helping tamariki, rangatahi and whānau strengthen resilience, relieve stress, support emotional regulation, and promote independence. 🌟 What We Offer Sponsors: ✅ Be part of a meaningful, community-led initiative that supports whānau living with complex disabilities ✅ Your business name & logo on Shine & Explore promotional materials and website ✅ Inclusion in sponsored therapeutic services, meals, equipment, or daily activities ✅ Recognition in local newspapers and social media ✅ Acknowledgement during the programme with participants, volunteers, and staff ✅ A tax receipt, claim a tax credit for ⅓ of any donation over $5 ✅ A warm invitation to visit Mārahau during Shine & Explore 2027 to see your support in action, we welcome you to join us for our final evening community meal, celebration performance and slide show 🎉 Whether you're sponsoring one whānau or the full group, your support helps deliver meaningful therapeutic care and positive change for families navigating life with Spina Bifida. 📩 Interested in learning more? Let’s kōrero, we’d love to talk through sponsorship options and how your support can make this possible. Ngā mihi nui for supporting Shine & Explore, Mārahau, 2027, helping tamariki, rangatahi, and whānau connect, grow, and thrive in the outdoors.
🛶 Sponsor a Day of Fun & Therapeutic Outdoor Activities for One Whānau Group at Shine & Explore Help make Shine & Explore, Mārahau, 2027 an unforgettable experience for young people living with Spina Bifida and their whānau. By sponsoring a full day of action-packed, therapeutic outdoor activities in the stunning Abel Tasman region and at the Mārahau Outdoor Education Centre Lodge. 🗺️ What’s on the Programme? Tamariki, rangatahi, and their families will build resilience, connection, and joy through a wide range of inclusive and supportive activities: 🚤 Hikoi in Abel Tasman National Park, with marine wildlife water-taxi journey to access the park and explore, play, picnic, and connect in the ngahere 🧗 Rock climbing adventures and challenges 🚣 Canoe journey 🌊 Kayaking, swimming, paddle-boarding and beach fun 💬 Wellbeing workshops / wānanga 🧘 Individual and whānau wellbeing sessions 🎪 Interactive circus workshops & performance ⛺ Camping and campfire cooking 🐶 Therapy dog visit 🎨 Mārahau Lodge activities: baking, shared kai prep, arts & crafts, adaptive bikes, inclusive circus & basketball gear, physio fun, sensory activities, music, and more! 🌟 What We Can Offer Sponsors: ✅ Be part of a meaningful, community-led initiative that supports whānau living with complex disabilities ✅ Your business name & logo on Shine & Explore promotional materials and website ✅ Inclusion in sponsored meals, equipment, or daily activity programme ✅ Recognition in local newspapers and social media ✅ Acknowledgement during the programme with participants, volunteers, and staff ✅ A tax receipt, claim a tax credit for ⅓ of any donation over $5 ✅ An invitation to join us on the final evening in Mārahau during Shine & Explore, 2027 to see your support in action, for a community meal, celebration performance and slideshow 🎉 Whether you're sponsoring a single family's day or a full day for all participants, your support will make a powerful and lasting difference. 📩 Interested in finding out more? Let’s kōrero, we’d love to share more about sponsorship options and how your contribution helps. Ngā mihi nui for supporting Shine & Explore, Mārahau, 2027, helping tamariki & rangatahi living with Spina bifida and whānau, connect, grow, and thrive in the outdoors.
🍽️ Sponsor a Day of Kai for all of the families Help make Shine & Explore, Mārahau, 2027 an unforgettable experience for young people living with Spina Bifida and their whānau, by sponsoring meals for a day! Participants and their families will be preparing and sharing kai together, building connections, independence, and community. Dinners will include: 🌟 What We Offer Sponsors: ✅ A chance to be part of a meaningful, community-led initiative that supports families living with complex disabilities ✅ Your business name & logo on Shine & Explore promotional materials and website ✅ Inclusion of your business logo/name in sponsored meal menus, equipment, or daily programme ✅ Recognition in local community newspapers and social media ✅ Acknowledgement during the Shine & Explore programme with participants, volunteers and Outdoor Education staff ✅ A tax receipt (you can claim a tax credit for ⅓ of any donation over $5) ✅ A warm invitation to visit Mārahau during Shine & Explore 2027 to meet participants, see your support in action, and be part of the experience 🎉 Whether you're sponsoring one family's meals or the whole group for a day, your support makes a real difference. 📩 Interested and would like more information? We'd love to chat with you about sponsorship options. Thank you for supporting Shine & Explore Mārahau 2027, helping tamariki & rangatahi and whānau connect, grow, and thrive in the outdoors.
🧘 Sponsor a Day of Therapeutic & Wellbeing Support for all participants. Help us make Shine & Explore, Mārahau 2027, a empowering learning experience for young people living with Spina Bifida and their whānau, by sponsoring a day of professional therapeutic and wellbeing support woven through the outdoor programme. Wellbeing & Therapy Input includes: 🧗♀️ Adventure therapy 🧑⚕️ Child & family counselling 👐 Occupational therapy 🧒 Paediatric physiotherapy (specialising in Spina Bifida) 💆 Continence Nurse Specialists 🎪 Inclusive circus workshops 🎨 Art and creative workshops 🐶 Pet therapy These supports are fun, inclusive, and empowering; helping tamariki, rangatahi and whānau strengthen resilience, relieve stress, support emotional regulation, and promote independence. 🌟 What We Offer Sponsors: ✅ Be part of a meaningful, community-led initiative that supports whānau living with complex disabilities ✅ Your business name & logo on Shine & Explore promotional materials and website ✅ Inclusion in sponsored therapeutic services, meals, equipment, or daily activities ✅ Recognition in local newspapers and social media ✅ Acknowledgement during the programme with participants, volunteers, and staff ✅ A tax receipt, claim a tax credit for ⅓ of any donation over $5 ✅ A warm invitation to visit Mārahau during Shine & Explore 2027 to see your support in action, we welcome you to join us for our final evening community meal, celebration performance and slide show 🎉 Whether you're sponsoring one whānau or the full group, your support helps deliver meaningful therapeutic care and positive change for families navigating life with Spina Bifida. 📩 Interested in learning more? Let’s kōrero, we’d love to talk through sponsorship options and how your support can make this possible. Ngā mihi nui for supporting Shine & Explore, Mārahau, 2027, helping tamariki, rangatahi, and whānau connect, grow, and thrive in the outdoors.
🏡 Sponsor Accessible Accommodation for all participants for a night at Shine & Explore Help make Shine & Explore Mārahau 2027 a reality for families living with Spina Bifida by sponsoring a night of accessible accommodation at the Mārahau Outdoor Education Centre Lodge. 🌿 You Can: 👨👩👧👦 Sponsor one whānau group’s accommodation for a night of Shine & Explore, Mārahau, 2027 🌟 Or sponsor all 40 participants for a full day of accessible accommodation 🛏️ What's Our Accommodation Plan? Shine & Explore is a 5-day residential programme based at the Mārahau Outdoor Education Centre, a classic school camp-style lodge with bunkrooms, located just across the road from Mārahau beach. To ensure accessibility for all participants, the West Coast Early Intervention Trust is hiring in extra accessible bathrooms, ramps, and specialist equipment to make the lodge suitable for young people living with Spina Bifida and their whānau. Many participants require ongoing healthcare throughout the day. Accessible, safe, and well-equipped accommodation and facilities is vital for their health, independence, and comfort during the programme. 🌟 What We Offer Sponsors: ✅ Be part of a meaningful, community-led initiative supporting families with complex disabilities ✅ Your business name & logo on Shine & Explore promotional materials and website ✅ Inclusion in sponsored accommodation, meals, activities, or daily programme listings ✅ Recognition in local newspapers and social media ✅ Acknowledgement during Shine & Explore with participants, staff, and volunteers ✅ A tax receipt, claim a tax credit for ⅓ of any donation over $5 ✅ A warm invitation to visit Mārahau during Shine & Explore 2027 to see your support in action - you are welcomed to join us at our community meal and for the final evening celebration performance and slide show 🎉 Whether you're sponsoring a single family’s accommodation or a full day for all participants, your support will have a direct, lasting impact on the lives of young people and their whānau. 📩 Interested in sponsoring, would you like to find our more? Let’s kōrero, we’d love to talk more about options and how your support can help. Ngā mihi nui for supporting Shine & Explore, Mārahau, 2027, helping tamariki, rangatahi, and whānau connect, grow, and thrive in the outdoors.
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