Napier Tramping Club

based in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand

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April 2026 news

April 1, 2026 by Brian Mackie Leave a Comment

Wilding warriors update – trip postponed The next outing, planned for Sunday 12 April, has been postponed to Wednesday 22 April. The destination is still The Lakes, where the warriors have been making great progress and always have a lovely time. Meet outside the Omahu Urūpā / cemetery (and leave any cars on the opposite… [Read More]

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March 2026 news

March 1, 2026 by Brian Mackie Leave a Comment

Wilding warriors update The next outing is on Sunday 12 April, heading back up to The Lakes, where the warriors have been making great progress and always have a lovely time. Meet outside the Omahu Urūpā / cemetery (and leave any cars on the opposite side of the road) at 7.50am for an 8am departure…. [Read More]

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February 2026 news

February 3, 2026 by The Editor Leave a Comment

Wilding warriors update This time, it’s a special edition wilding pine trip. There is a unique, privately owned property which borders DoC land and forestry that really needs the warriors’ help. Leaders Alan, Alexia and Graham are planning a two-day trip with limited overnight accommodation (Kuripapongo DoC headquarters) where you will experience relative luxury –… [Read More]

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January 2026 news

January 1, 2026 by The Editor Leave a Comment

Upcoming track closures Some tracks and car parks in the Kaweka Forest Park will be closed from 15 February. The closures may be in effect for up to five months. Details, including a map, are here Wilding pine update The pine-killers’ organiser, Graham, reports: With a satisfied glow from our recent trip still lingering, we… [Read More]

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December 2025 news

December 4, 2025 by The Editor Leave a Comment

Owners of PLBs: Please read this! New guidance applies to anyone taking their own PLB on a club tramp. The club’s PLBs link the national Rescue Co-ordination Centre (RCC) to our group’s contact, Brian Mackie. They immediately call him if a club PLB is triggered, to ascertain group numbers, names and so on. When Brian… [Read More]

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November 2025 news

November 2, 2025 by The Editor Leave a Comment

Ruahine Whio Protection Trust 2026 Calendar Janet Wilson, Chair of the Ruahine Whio Protection Trust, tells us that the 2026 “Wild Ruahine” calendar is available now, for the same price of $20 + P&P.  The postage has increased to $5.50 this year, but Janet can send three or perhaps four in one envelope for that… [Read More]

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October 2025 news

October 1, 2025 by Julia Mackie Leave a Comment

Important information for owners of PLBs: Please read this Recent experience has revealed a flaw in our safety measures. New guidance applies to anyone taking their own PLB on a club tramp. The club’s PLBs link the national Rescue Co-ordination Centre (RCC) to our group’s contact, Brian Mackie. They immediately call him if a club… [Read More]

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September 2025 News

September 3, 2025 by The Editor Leave a Comment

Anniversary dinner date We will be having our anniversary dinner at the Puketapu Hotel on 9 October. You are all invited! Partners, etc welcome, too. Most meals are $20-$30 or you can have a bar snack. Please let Di know if you’re coming (and if you are bringing a guest, as well). Important information for… [Read More]

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August 2025 News

August 3, 2025 by The Editor Leave a Comment

Changes to the tramp booking system We’ve modified the system to improve security and privacy. It’s no longer possible to access the booking system unless you are authorised. Those without permission to access (and use) the system will now find that access is denied, but you’ll be offered the opportunity to request authorisation. Just follow… [Read More]

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July 2025 news

July 1, 2025 by Brian Mackie Leave a Comment

Where we’re headed… in the second half of the year The next six months of trips from July to December have been planned, and you can take a look by heading over to the updated tramp list. New users can also use the list to explore the club’s automated booking system, just by clicking on… [Read More]

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Our most recent trips

A misty meander: Taraponui keeps its views hidden

Taraponui, Wednesday 1 April 2026 Banner Photo: Heading up to the Taraponui tower The long range forecast was for fine weather, but low cloud and … Read More

A-trapping we will go

Traplines, Kaweka FP, Saturday 28 Mar 2026 Banner Photo: Elly checking a DoC 200 Double-set trap with Amber as catch scribe Setting out in the … Read More

Kiritaki proves a too-tough customer

Kiritaki Hut, Ruahine FP, Saturday 14 March 2026 Banner Photo: Our turnaround from here We left Park Island with seven in the van, stopping to … Read More

News

April 2026 news

April 1, 2026 By Brian Mackie Leave a Comment

Wilding warriors update - trip postponed The next outing, planned for Sunday 12 April, has been … Read More

March 2026 news

March 1, 2026 By Brian Mackie Leave a Comment

Wilding warriors update The next outing is on Sunday 12 April, heading back up to The Lakes, where … Read More

About us

We are a group of like-minded people who love the great outdoors. We tramp mostly in the Hawke’s Bay province, in remote areas such as the Kaweka and Ruahine Ranges; but we also travel longer distances to new places, for longer walks.

The Napier Tramping Club was established in 1974 and has about 70 members. We belong to the Federated Mountain Clubs of NZ Inc (FMC) and run Saturday, full-weekend and Wednesday tramps, every fortnight.

Interested in joining us?

Enjoy the great outdoors, keep fit and get to know others with similar interests.

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Latest news

April 2026 news

Wilding warriors update - trip postponed The next outing, planned for Sunday 12 April, has been … Read More

March 2026 news

Wilding warriors update The next outing is on Sunday 12 April, heading back up to The Lakes, where … Read More

Latest trip

A misty meander: Taraponui keeps its views hidden

Useful links

  • Dept of Conservation
  • DoC Huts Use, Kaweka Forest Park
  • Federated Mountain Clubs of NZ (FMC)
  • Heretaunga Tramping Club
  • New Zealand Tramper
  • NZ Walking Access Commission
  • Wanganui Tramping Club

Useful links 2

  • Royal Forest & Bird Protection Society
  • Taraponui i-Networks camera
  • Weather forecast
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