For more than 60 years Waimea Harriers has been encouraging running and walking for people of all ages. We believe running is wonderful for people's fitness and general health! Our motto is 'Run for your life!'
Waimea Harrier events cater for people of all abilities, including competitive runners and walkers, families looking for an outdoor activity they can enjoy together, and social runners and walkers of all ages.
We pride ourselves on the warm welcome we give to everyone.
2026 Waimea Harriers Membership is now OPEN.
It's time to re-new your membership or join afresh!
The new membership year runs from
01/12/2025 to 30/11/2026 irrespective of joining date.
Individual adult membership is $40.
Joint/Couple/Family membership is $60.
Single adult & child/children is $40.
Schoolchildren and youth students are Free.
There is a small surcharge if you pay by credit card.
Club Uniforms
We have Club Singlets, T-Shirts, Polo shirts, Jackets & Beanies
Waimea Harriers Singlets
It's not too late to place an order for club T-shirts, singlets & jackets.
Get yours now ready for the Summer Season!
In Men's, Women's and Kid's Sizes.
Lightweight wicking polyester material.
$35 each - this is a subsidised price for current members of Waimea Harriers.
Uniform page HERE
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Congratulations to Samantha & Rob
Joint Wallace Shield Winners 2026
Wednesday Social Runs/Walks From Club Waimea
Wednesdays 5:30pm in May 2026
With the final Athletics Nelson Autumn Turf Hotel Race taking place on Wednesday 29 April, some of you might be wondering what you will do with your Wednesday evenings from now on. Not to worry - we have a solution...
A group of keen runners and walkers will be meeting in the Club Waimea carpark at 5:30pm on Wednesdays starting from 6 May for a relaxed social run or walk around the Meadows/Berryfields area.
If there is enough interest, these events will continue through winter. You will need a light/torch for when it gets dark and bright reflective clothing is also a good idea so that cyclists can see you.
Everyone is welcome. There’s no fee, no official timing and no race numbers.
We’ll head out for around 45 minutes, then gather afterwards at Club Waimea for a drink and a chat.
Scarecrow Scamper X-Country
The Bonny's Farm, Tapawera
16 May 2026
Inc. Afternoon Tea & Wallace Shield Presentation
This Saturday, come to Tapawera for the fabulous, challenging, fun Scarecrow Scamper and Juniors' Rascal Romp.
They're classic cross-country courses. There's a river to cross, but you can choose to run or walk through it, or you can take the bridge. There's a hot shower available at the barn if mud, cold or cowpats get the better of you.
The event takes place on Martin and Jill Bonny’s farm, 297 Tapawera-Baton Road, Tapawera, about 50km/40 minutes drive from Richmond.
Google maps HERE. Keep an eye out for the Waimea Harriers flag at the farm entrance.
We suggest carpooling from Club Waimea. If you have spare seats or would like a ride, meet at the back of Club Waimea carpark at 12:30pm, where Geoff Eban and Don Wardle will fit people into as few cars as is legally and sensibly allowed. Any surplus vehicles can be left parked there ready for pick up after the event.
Registration / Check-in is on the farm at the barn from 1:15pm, with the event briefing at 1:55pm.
Everyone needs to give their chosen distance at check-in for this event.
Distance Options & Start Times:
Walkers Start: 2pm for 1 or 2 laps of a 3.3km loop course.
Runners Start: 2:15pm for 1, 2 or 3 laps of a 3.3km loop course.
Youngsters Start: 2:20pm for the 1.7km Rascal Romp loop.
Volunteers Needed
If you’re unable to run but can come along to help, please check the Duty Roster and contact Alan at roster@waimeaharriers.nz if you’re available or would like more information.
Race Numbers
Everyone needs a race number from Waimea Harriers - you may already have one from previous events.
Check HERE to see if you are already on the list.
If you are not on the list - you can get a number HERE
Please get your number online before the event to avoid queues on the day ❤️
(Online registrations close at 9am on the morning of the event)
The Wallace Shield will be presented during the after-race afternoon tea. We'll have juice, tea and coffee and some hot sausage rolls, but would appreciate it if people could bring a small plate of food to share.
2023/26 Photo albums HERE
2026 Winter Season Programme HERE
Duty Roster for the Winter season – can you be an event helper?
With a number of events coming up in the next few weeks, we will need helpers please.
Click HERE for the Duty Roster for helpers. We are always keen to welcome new helpers and there are roles available at upcoming events. Have a look at what's available and email Alan on roster@waimeaharriers.nz if you can help fill a spot. Or talk to Alan at the next event if you want to know more.