| Sep 2010 |
Sat 11th - Sun 12th Te Maari Craters Medium/Technical Slightly off the beaten track on the northern slopes of Tongariro, a chance to explore some of the many craters that dot this landscape. Warren Wheeler 356-1998 |
Sun 12th Roaring Stag Hut Medium This is a very popular walk in the north eastern Tararuas. Duncan Hedderley 354-6905 |
Sat 18th Snowshoeing TNP Medium Contact Tony for his plans for this trip, but think SNOW! Tony Gates 357-7439 |
Sun 19th Girdlestone TNP climbing Medium/Technical Climb the prominent peak to the north east of the Turoa ski field. Terry Crippen 356-3588 |
Sun 19th Zekes Hut Easy/Medium This hut is located in a large alpine forest reserve that butts onto the central North Island army land just south of Waiouru. Peter Wiles 358-6894 |
Sat 25th - Sun 26th South Island Climbing Fit, technical Contact Alastair for his plans and options for this quick venture to the South Island. Alasdair Noble 356-1094 |
Sun 26th Waiopehu Loop Fit Join Martin for a visit to Waiopehu and some of the Ohau catchment. Martin Lawrence 357-1695 |
| Oct 2010 |
Sat 2nd - Sun 3rd PNTMC 2010 Medium/Fit/Technical Contact Warren for details on this mystery trip. Warren Wheeler 356-1998 |
Sat 9th - Sun 10th S/W Tararuas Fit There is much country in the south western Tararuas. Ask Janet for the plan. Janet Wilson 329-4722 |
Sat 9th - Sun 10th Ringatoto (Mitre)TNP climbing Fit, technical Usually accessed from Rangipo Hut on the eastern side of Ruapehu, a nice winter, or spring climb. Terry Crippen 356-3588 |
Sun 10th Apiti Track Easy Expect a trip located on the western fringes of the Ruahines. Richard Lockett 323-0948 |
Sat 16th - Sun 17th Carkeek Hut Fit This trip is located in the southern Tararuas and overlooks the Wellington - Cooks Strait region. Grant Christian 354-5843 |
Sun 17th Wharite Medium Close to home and just north of the Gorge. On a nice day enjoy extensive views. John Feeney 354-2940 |
Sat 23rd - Mon 25th Around Ngaruahoe Medium Take advantage of Labour Weekend and enjoy Tongariro National Park - especially easy off-track travel. Warren Wheeler 356-1998 |
Mon 25th Field Hut Medium Wander up through the bush from Otaki Forks to a few minutes from the bushline in the Tararua ranges. Malcolm Parker 357-5203 |
Sat 30th - Sun 31st Triangle Hut Medium There are several ways of reaching Triangle Hut in the southern Ruahines, ask Barry for his plan for this trip. Barry Scott 354-0510 |
Sun 31st Caving introduction Medium Want a change from tramping above ground or in the daylight, why not try the world underground? Graham Peters 329 4722 |
| Nov 2010 |
Sat 6th - Sun 7th Roaring Stag Easy/Medium Located on the Ruamahunga river flats in bush in the eastern Tararuas, this is a lovely spot to relax at. Fishing, in season, is reputed to be good. Woody Lee 357-2390 |
Sat 6th Manawatu Gorge Track Easy The upgraded track is a really grand walk. Can have lunch or coffee at Balance as well. Gina Fermor 359-0096 |
Sun 7th Ruapehu Climbing Fit, technical Various options here, depending on the conditions. Put your Snowcraft skills into action. Derek Sharp 323-3028 |
Sat 13th - Sun 14th Sawtooth Ridge Medium/Fit This is a classic Ruahines trip. Magic in good conditions. Chris Tuffley 359-2530 |
Sun 14th Keretaki Hut Medium Tucked away in the south eastern Ruahines. Well worth a visit and a round trip is possible. Dave Grant 357-8269 |
Sat 20th - Sun 21st Pouakai circuit Taranaki National Park Medium Visit this interesting area on the north slopes of Mt Taranaki. Christine Cheyne 354-6387 |
Sun 21st Windmills at Dawn Easy Get yourself up early and visit those wind thingies up on the range above town. Treat yourself for a well earned breakfast. Warren Wheeler 356-1998 |
Sat 27th - Sun 28th Tunipo/Iron Gates Medium/Fit There is a good mixture of valley, bush and tops in this trip in the south western Ruahines. Martin Lawrence 357-1695 |
Sun 28th A-Frame/Tamaki Circuit Medium There is a variety of interesting travel doing this popular circuit in the south eastern Ruahines. Dave Grant 357-8269 |
| Dec 2010 |
Sat 4th - Sun 5th Upper Otaki Medium/Fit Great bush, good hunting and good fishing to be had in the Upper Otaki area. Tony Gates 357-7439 |
Sun 5th Makairo - Coonor Easy/Medium Explore some old roadways and tracks in the northern Wairarapa. Fiona Donald 356-1095 |
Sat 11th - Sun 12th Piropiro Flats Camp All A social trip with the possibility to getting a little exercise in before Christmas. Richard Lockett 323 0948 |
Sun 12th Maharahara Medium There is the possibility of doing a one day crossing of the Ruahines. Peter Wiles 358-6894 |
Sun 19th Short and Knights tracks Medium South western Ruahines and Tunipo are the location for this wander before Christmas. Warren Wheeler 356-1998 |