Mt Richardson
Mt Richardson, part of the Mt Thomas forest, is situated 60km west of Christchurch near Oxford. The area has both easy forest loop tracks and steep climbs up to the tops with views to Christchurch and the Southern Alps.
Support.
In 2021 Environment Canterbury approached NZCT about supporting an individual, Tom Elliott, to start a predator control line up Mt Richardson, in the Mt Thomas Forest Area. 70 traps were placed evenly on the Mt Richardson track as recommended by DOC North Canterbury.
Traps are monitored monthly from September to June by Tom Elliott. NZCT offers ongoing support to Tom as and when needed.
