| Sep 2010 |
Sun 5th (Trips) Sunrise Hut Easy
Located at the bushline with a commanding view over Hawkes Bay, this spot on the eastern side of the Ruahines is on an easy and popular track.
Peter Wiles 358-6894
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Sat 4th - Sun 5th (Trips) Waterfall Hut Fit
Right into the heart of the Ruahines. Magic spot amongst the beech forest and grassy river flats.
Derek Sharp 323-3028
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| Aug 2010 |
Sun 29th (Trips) Kapakapanui Medium
This is a patch of open tops perched above Waikanae in the western Tararuas.
Anne Lawrence 357-1695
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Sat 28th - Sun 29th (Training) Snowcraft 3 Instruction / technical
Get into the more technical side of climbing snow peaks on the final snowcraft course for 2010.
Bruce van Brunt 328-4761
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Sun 22nd (Trips) Manawatu Gorge Track Easy
Not many trips are as local and worthwhile as this. The Gorge Walk has been greatly improved in recent years. Some lovely views and forest to wander through.
Kathy Corner 356-8186
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Sat 21st - Sun 22nd (Trips) Kime Hut/Mt Hector Medium/Technical
Onto the southern Tararua tops from Otaki Forks. Prepare for a stay at 1400m and visit the famed Mt Hector.
Warren Wheeler 356-1998
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Sun 15th (Trips) Holdsworth Medium
This should be a good walk in the eastern Tararuas.
Anja Scholes 356-6454
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Sat 14th - Sun 15th (Training) Snowcraft 2 Instruction / technical
Completed Snowcraft I and ready to step up a level to ropes, crampons and more? Then book in, now.
Terry Crippen 356-3588
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Sun 8th (Trips) Mt Bruce area Easy
Not far south of Eketahuna, and just before the Wairarapa flats, there a a few good walks to try here.
Anja Scholes 356-6454
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Sat 7th - Sun 8th (Trips) Ngamoko Hut Medium
This hut should be located in or near some snow in the western Ruahines.
Michael Allerby 323-8563
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Sun 1st (Social) Yum Char Lunch All
Should not be too strenuous. Maybe a good walk required afterwards. Give Michael a ring for the venue details.
Michael Allerby 323-8563
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| Jul 2010 |
Sat 31st (Trips) Branch Rd Walkway Plus Easy/Medium
Try one of the handy local walks in the Pohangina district.
Janet Wilson 329-4722
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Sat 31st - Sun 1st (Training) Snowcraft 1 Instruction / technical
If you aspire to walk on snow with skill and confidence then book yourself in for some snow instruction.
Alasdair Noble 356-1094
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Sun 25th (Trips) Moorcock-Longview Loop Medium
This is a mixture of tops and bush travel in the eastern Ruahines. Plan for some snow.
Dave Grant 357-8269
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Sat 24th (Trips) Iron Gates Hut Medium/Fit
Take a winter walk up the Oroua Valley in the south western Ruahines.
Craig Allerby 323-7913
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Sat 17th - Sun 18th (Trips) Wellington Winter Weekend Medium
Think Wellington, think credit card. No, no, think walking! Try some tracks around the city.
Anne Lawrence 357-1695
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Sat 17th (Trips) Herepai Hut Medium
Located near the bush edge in the north eastern Tararuas. this trip offers, nice stream-edge travel, good bush, a brisk climb up the hill and a peek out towards the tops.
Peter Darragh 353-0922
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Sun 11th (Trips) K2-Mt Cook Easy
Venture where few are brave enough to go!. Extend yourself. Impress the neighbours. Have a latte for lunch. This is trip designed for success!
Warren Wheeler 356-1998
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Sat 10th - Sun 11th (Trips) Cow Creek Hut Medium
Take a wander into the northern Tararuas over Blue Range to some lovely bush and river views.
Graham Peters 329-4722
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Sun 4th (Trips) Punga Hut Easy/Medium
This is one of a number of unofficial huts tucked away in the scrub and bush not too far from town. Check it out.
Tony Gates 357-7439
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Sat 3rd (Trips) Te Araroa Walkway - from the north Medium
The Te Araroa Walkway covers quite a bit of ground. If you would more details, give Richard a call.
Richard Lockett 323-0948
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| Jun 2010 |
Sat 26th - Sun 27th (Trips) Mid-Winter Castlepoint All
Lots of walking possibilities coupled with mid winter celebrations at the seaside.
Kay & Jennifer Kitchen 323-6694
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Thu 24th (Social) Danali All
Mark Tootill will talk about attempting the highest peak in North America. Society of Friends Hall, 227 College Street 7.45 pm
Warren Wheeler 356-1998
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Sun 20th (Trips) Stanfield Hut Easy
An easy walk in the SE Ruahines north of Woodville.
Mick Leyland 358-3183
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Sat 19th (Trips) Rangi Hut Medium
A chance to visit some snow not too far from Palmy in the western Ruahines.
Peter Chamberlain 356-5539
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Sun 13th (Trips) Burn Hut Medium
Located on the tops above the Mangahao dams. Round trips often possible.
Dave Grant 357-8269
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Sat 12th - Sun 13th (Trips) McIntosh Hut, Kawekas Medium
Explore some of the ranges away in the back of Hawkes Bay.
Geoff & Rochelle Beaumont 354-4929
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Thu 10th (Social) Japanese Northern Alps All
Terry Crippen will introduce us to the northern Japanese Alps. Society of Friends Hall, 227 College Street 7.45 pm
Warren Wheeler 356-1998
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Mon 7th (Trips) Purity Hut Medium
Visit the western Ruahines up to the bushline to the new hut. If weather is favourable we might continue up to Wooden Peg. Prospect of some fine early winter views. Leave at 7.30am.
Peter Wiles 358-6894
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Sat 5th - Sun 6th (Trips) Queen's Birthday - Janet's Coastal Class Medium
If you are interested in a trip along some coastline, call Janet.
Janet Wilson 329-4722
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| May 2010 |
Sun 30th (Trips) Harris Creek and beyond Medium
From the top Mangahao dam, this day walk will explore the valley beyond in the northern Tararuas.
Dave Grant 357-8269
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Sat 29th - Sun 30th (Trips) Tunupo / Iron Gates Loop Medium/Fit
Starting from Table Flat, this trip will cover a variety or terrain to take in some fine southern Ruahines tops.
Martin Lawrence 357-1695
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Thu 27th (Social) BYO Slides All
Bring your photos of recent trips. Society of Friends Hall, 227 College Street 7.45 pm
Warren Wheeler 356-1998
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Sun 23rd (Trips) No. 1 Line Medium
Not up the Pohangina Valley, try some exploring.
Richard Lockett 323-0948
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Sat 22nd - Sat 22nd (Trips) Mangatainoka Hot Springs Easy
Located on the edge of the Mohaka River and well into the northern Kaweka Ranges a great spot to visit, camp out or fish or use the hut.
Warren Wheeler 356-1998
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Sun 16th (Trips) Farm Walk Medium
Location and details to be confirmed. Ring Malcolm.
Malcolm Leary 06-322-8533
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Sat 15th - Sun 16th (Trips) Kime Hut / Mt Hector Medium/Fit
This is a classic spot in the southern Tararuas usually accessed from Otaki Forks and Fields Hut.
Anne Lawrence 357-1695
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Thu 13th (Social) Confessions of a hut warden All
Anja Scholz will describe life as a hut warden. Society of Friends Hall, 227 College Street 7.45 pm
Warren Wheeler 356-1998
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Sun 9th (Trips) Toka Loop Medium
A wide mix of terrain and the prospect of great views in the southern Ruahines.
Anja Scholz 356-6454
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Sat 8th - Sun 9th (Trips) Jumbo / Kings Circuit Fit
A good section of tops to tackle in the southern Tararuas.
Murray Gifford 357-3353
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Sun 2nd (Trips) Herepai Hut Medium
Located near the bushline in the NE Tararuas.
Peter Wiles 358-6894
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Sat 1st - Sun 2nd (Trips) Holly Hut, Taranaki Medium
Located in a handy spot on the northern slopes of Taranaki / Mt Egmont.
Malcolm Parker 357-5203
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| Apr 2010 |
Thu 29th (Social) Kilimanjaro All
Barry Scott will talk about his trip to the highest point in Africa. Society of Friends Hall, 227 College Street 7.45 pm
Warren Wheeler 356-1998
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Sun 25th (Trips) Diggers Hut Easy/Medium
Another of those huts tucked away in the southern Ruahines. If you have not been there, take this opportunity.
Warren Wheeler 356-1998
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Sat 24th - Sun 25th (Trips) Triangle Hut Medium
There are various ways of reaching this hut in the southern Ruahines. Talk to Craig.
Craig Allerby 323-7913
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Sat 17th (Trips) Coppermine Creek Easy
An easy walk close to Woodville.
Janet Darragh 353-0922
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Sat 17th - Sun 18th (Trips) Roaring Stag Hut Easy/Medium
Enjoy some great bush and stay at a choice hut beside the river.
Geoff & Rochelle Beaumont 354-4929
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Sat 10th - Sun 11th (Trips) Sawtooth Ridge Fit
A central Ruahines classic along the tops.
Murray Gifford 357-3353
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Thu 8th (Social) Spotlight on Kahurangi NP All
Various members will recount recent visits to this intersting national park in the Nelson region. Society of Friends Hall, 227 College Street 7.45 pm
Warren Wheeler 356-1998
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| Mar 2010 |
Sun 28th (Trips) Arawaru Scrub Bash Fit
If you are feeling energised and want to spend a day getting a bit scratched, then have a go at this day walk.
Peter van Essen 355-9076
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Sat 27th - Thu 1st (Trips) Karamea - Mt Kendall Medium/Fit
Mt Kendall (1762m) is a prominent infrequently climbed peak above the Karamea river. We plan to chopper into Karamea bend, head up valley to near Trevor Carter Hut, climb Kendall, then exit via the Wangapeka in time for people to go on their Easter trips. Contact Terry well in advance for details.
Terry Crippen 356-3588 (027-643-3637)
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Sat 27th - Sun 28th (Trips) Mangahao - Ohau Medium/Fit
This area of the northern Tararuas does not seem to be visited so often these days. An interesting loop to consider during summer.
Richard Lockett 323-0948
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Thu 25th (Social) AGM All
Members chance to discuss the affairs of the club. Visitors welcome. Society of Friends Hall, 227 College Street 7.45 pm
Warren Wheeler 356-1998
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Sun 21st (Trips) Keretaki Hut Easy/Medium
Tucked away in the SE Ruahines. A round trip is possible.
Terry Crippen 356-3588
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Sat 20th - Sun 21st (Trips) Back Ridge Hut Medium
Located on the eastern Ruahines. A round trip may be possible.
Chris Tuffley 359-2530
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Sun 14th (Trips) East Ridge Mt Egmont Fit
A good scramble in mid summer with great views.
Alasdair Noble 356-1094
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Sat 13th (Trips) Field Hut Medium
Field Hut in from Otaki Forks is a Tararua legend and a couple of minutes from the bushline.
Peter Darragh 353-0922
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Sat 13th - Sun 14th (Trips) Whirinaki Forest Medium
An interesting forest to explore in the central North Island.
John Feeney 354-2940
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Thu 11th (Social) Routeburn - Caples Tracks All
Murray Gifford will describe his visit to this very popular tramping area. Society of Friends Hall, 227 College Street 7.45 pm
Warren Wheeler 356-1998
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Sun 7th (Trips) Blue Range Easy/Medium
Climb up through dense Tararua bush and look out over the northern Wairarapa over lunch.
Woody Lee 357-2390
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Sat 6th - Sun 7th (Training) SAREX Instruction / technical
We aim to field at least one team.
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Sat 6th - Sun 7th (Trips) Waiohine Gorge Fit, technical
If tramping and water are you then go for it in the eastern Tararuas.
Tony Gates 357-7439
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| Feb 2010 |
Sun 28th (Trips) Whakapapaiti Hut TNP) Easy/Medium
A nice walk to a handy hut tucked away in Tongariro National Park.
Trevor King 356-4557
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Sat 27th - Sun 28th (Trips) Cattle Ridge Hut Medium/Fit
If weather is favourable a round trip is envisaged in the northern Tararuas.
Peter Wiles 358-6894
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Sat 27th (Trips) Rock climbing TNP Medium/Technical
Try your hand on some real rock faces, Tongariro National Park.
Terry Crippen 356-3588
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Thu 25th (Social) Mt Arapilies Rock Climbing All
Chris Tuffley will recount exploits at the centre for rock climbing in Australia. Society of Friends Hall, 227 College Street 7.45 pm
Warren Wheeler 356-1998
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Sun 21st (Trips) Mania - Rangi circuit Medium/Fit
An interesting mix of bush and tops in the western Ruahines.
Dave Grant 357-8269
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Sat 20th - Sun 21st (Trips) Howletts - Longview Medium
A great round trip in the eastern Ruahines.
Grant Christian 354-5843
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Sun 14th (Trips) Wharite Peak Easy
Handy to Palmy and cafes, an easy walk north of the Manawatu Gorge.
John Feeney 354-2940
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Sat 13th - Sun 14th (Trips) Mt Holdsworth Valentines Day Champagne Brunch Easy/Medium
Try a social tramp in the SE Tararuas.
Warren Wheeler 356-1998
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Thu 11th (Training) Navigation evening All
Bring your compass along to Society of Friends Hall, 227 College Street, 7.45pm.
Warren Wheeler 356-1998
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Sun 7th (Trips) Iron Gates Gorge Medium
Combine a day tramp and a swim perhaps in the southern Ruahines.
Warren Wheeler 356-1998
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Sat 6th - Sun 7th (Trips) Upper Otaki Medium/Fit
There is much splendid country in the Upper Otaki - choice hunting and fishing.
Tony Gates 357-7439
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| Jan 2010 |
Sun 31st (Trips) Honeycomb Rocks Easy
Bring your togs and do some exploring along the coast.
Cathy Corner 354-0922
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Sat 30th - Sun 31st (Trips) Ruahine Duck Pond Explorer Fit
Interested in an adventure in the bush and some exercise, then call Graham.
Graham Peters 329-4722
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Thu 28th (Social) New Year BBQ All
Horseshoe Bend Reserve Tokomaru from 6pm.
Warren Wheeler 356-1998
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Thu 28th (Social) New Year BBQ All
Horseshoe Bend Reserve Tokomaru from 6pm.
Warren Wheeler 356-1998
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Mon 25th (Trips) Stanfield Hut Easy
An easy day walk in the south eastern Ruahines. Enjoy a swim in the river as well.
Duncan Hedderley 354-6905
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Sat 23rd - Mon 25th (Trips) Wellington Anniversary Tops Trip Fit
If you are interested in a fit trip along some tops over the summer holidays, call Janet.
Janet Wilson 329-4722
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Sun 17th (Trips) Manawatu Gorge Walk Easy/Family
Very handy to Palmy and with Cafes at each end, why not make a very social day of a walk through the Gorge?
Doug Strachan 353-6526
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Mon 11th - Fri 15th (Trips) Lockett Range, Kahurangi NP Medium/Fit
What better place than Kahurangi National Park for a summer trip?
Richard Lockett 323-0948
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Sun 10th (Trips) Miki Miki Track Easy
Want to ease your way into the summer holidays with a day walk? Give Fiona a call.
Fiona Donald 356-1095
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