New disc golf course at TECT Park flies into action
Disc golf enthusiasts are invited to ‘putt’ their skills to the test at a new nine-hole course at TECT Park.
Disc golf, or frisbee golf, is played much like ball golf, but players throw discs instead of hitting a ball. The target is a metal basket, and the aim is to get the disc/frisbee into the basket in as few shots as possible.
Designed and built by Haydn Shore, of Disc Shop Disc Golf, the course is free to use and can be found at the back of the freedom camping area. Normal frisbees can be used, however proper discs are recommended, which can be found at most sports stores.
“We’re excited to bring disc golf to the park, adding a new activity for people of all skill levels to enjoy. Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the sport, this nine-hole course is a great excuse to get outdoors in a beautiful setting and have fun with whānau and friends,” says TECT Park Ranger Emily Bykar.
Growing in popularity, there are now more than 70 disc golf courses in Aotearoa, New Zealand. The new course at TECT Park is the second for the Western Bay of Plenty – there is also a full, 27-basket course at McLaren Falls.
Last year Council sought feedback from the community about what new activities people would like to see at the park. More than 690 people shared their ideas, and Council is now in the process of finalising a plan for the park’s future.
"As we continue to develop TECT Park, sustainability, education, and cultural enrichment remain at the forefront of our plans. Disc golf aligns well with these values, offering a low-impact activity for people of all ages to enjoy," says Emily.
View a map of the TECT Park Disc Golf Putter Course.
About TECT Park
Western Bay of Plenty District Council and Tauranga City Council jointly purchased TECT Park in 2004 with a vision to create a giant adventure playground, and a permanent home for big and loud activities.
Supported by naming rights sponsor TECT, the park continues to focus on sustainability, education, cultural significance, and participation and has gone on to win numerous international awards, including a place in the Top 10 International People’s Choice for Green Flag Award winning parks.
TECT Park is open seven days a week and provides free to access public facilities including tracks for walking, mountain biking, equestrian, motorcycling, an off-leash dog exercise area, indoor classroom, BBQ, and camping facilities (including freedom camping).
Several user groups and organisations are based at the park and have invested significantly in their clubs and facilities.
These include club shooting ranges, including Pistol, Clay Target, Deerstalkers, Paintball and Airsoft. There are also motorsports including a club motocross track, and model aircraft flying fields. The Adrenalin Forest high-wire adventure course is also a very popular tourist attraction.
