Wharite Peak, Wednesday 24 April 2019 Banner Pix: The monstrosity The weather for the Southern Ruahine Range and the Woodville area was looking not too bad. The forecast the night before predicted light cloud and a few showers later in the day. Nine of us headed down Highway 50, eagerly keeping our eyes on the… [Read More]
Archives for April 2019
Steps, more steps, scree – and a strap-saving safety pin
Mt Taranaki, Easter 2019 Banner Pix: Mt Taranaki and the approach to Syme Hut We decided to start our Easter trip to Egmont National Park a day early to take advantage of the fine weather and, hopefully, fewer people! The Famous Five (Juliet, Sue, Robyn, Simon and Alison) travelled to Taranaki, branching off at Stratford,… [Read More]
A blue sky day at the beach
Waimarama Beach Walk, Friday 19 April, 2019 It was a perfect day for a beach walk, with no wind and a clear blue sky. The eight doing this walk got started before 8am from the southern end of Waimarama beach. The tide was out far enough until we reached the second rocky outcrop. Then we… [Read More]
Led by Ted to the top
Kaweka J, Kaweka FP, Wednesday 10th April, 2019. Map BJ37 Banner pix: Ted in the lead Ted led the way to Kaweka J at a blistering pace that we did our best to chase. “Pay no heed to the screed” came the cry from the front. If the wind blows you off, just get up… [Read More]
Dead pests, a hot swim – and 60 youngsters!
Te Puia Hut (Lodge), Kaweka FP, April 6 2019 Banner Pix: Views of the Mohaka River along the track Te Puia Hut is a always a safe and comfortable walk for most people. That’s why we had a full van-load for the Saturday tramp. The weather in Napier at 7am was cool and dampish but… [Read More]
April 2019 News
Contents: Change of Tramp Organiser Saturday May 4th, Kiwi Saddle Hut. The organiser is now Lynette Morgan. See the tramp list on the website for her contact info. There is a mid week overnight tramp this month to Back Ridge Hut on Wed/Thurs 10/11 April. Here are some taster photos. AGM Reminder The AGM is… [Read More]