The journey will not only take in the sights and aspects of each region and its ministries but will also allow ample time for networking and individual discussion and exploration as we move around on buses. Beginning in Marlborough on the East Coast we will be looking at the unique agri-business ventures and ministry challenges. Complemented with a cultural adventure on the Omaka Marae. Then moving through to the Nelson Lakes National Park we will look at conservation issues, High Country Farming and living and working in an isolated community. The last days will be spent at the Teapot Valley Christian Camp on the Waimea Plains where there will be workshops/conversation groups and plenary sessions.

This conference is held every 4 years and always proves to be on the cutting edge of best practice of Rural Ministry as it is run by Rural people for Rural People. Ask someone who has been to an earlier conference and you will find they are always beyond doubt the best Rural Church inspiration and training event.