Wednesday, March 28. Map BJ37 A group of seven set off from Makahu car park at 8.45 am, passed Makahu Hut and moved onto the climb to discover why two Wednesday trampers who had joined the previous Saturday group only got as far as Kaweka J. We were informed it was due to the windy… [Read More]
Archives for March 2012
Triple Peaks Challenge 2012 – iTRAMP
Saturday, March 17 2012 Congratulations to all those who took part, and thanks to our supporters. The official results are on the web site. To summarise our fantastic effort I have tabled them below: Viv Bramley 12th Runner 8 hrs 16 Min 22 secs Dave Hills 9th Walker Classic 8 26 13 Julia Mackie 2nd… [Read More]
Ruapehu week – We step back in time on a railroad walk
The annual Ruapehu stay Ohakune Old Coach Road, March 12 2012 The weather forecaster got it right. It was raining. So we went down the mountain seeking some shelter at least. We headed for the Ohakune Old Coach Road (OCR) – and no, Ohakune does not have an Official Cash Rate. It runs from Ohakune… [Read More]
A good workout tramp, but don’t forget the history
Shutes Hut, Saturday March 10 2012 With many away to Mt Ruapehu for the week, only five set out for the day tramp to Shutes along the Taihape Road, just past Gentle Annie. The day started out a bit drizzly but it was mild with no wind, driving along. The turn-off road is no longer… [Read More]