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Upcoming Events: Trips

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
 

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