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We’ve got a number of great talks this month featuring places that our members have been, starting with the Tararuas and going over the ditch to Australia: 5 August – Brendan Eckert will take us on a canyoning adventure down Chamberlain Creek in the Tararuas, where abseiling meets tramping. 12 August – Joe Harbridge will … Read more

I’ve been so busy organising exciting presentations for our Wednesday nights, that I’ve forgotten to tell you about them. Here’s what is coming up for the next month, including our WTMC Member’s only discount night at Wellington Bivouac store on 21 July. 24 June – Double feature! Paul Maxim, author of Bold Beyond Belief, will … Read more

Once again, Bivouac is offering an exclusive opportunity just for WTMC members next month on Tuesday 21 July (time to be confirmed but around about 6pm) at their store on 39 Mercer St in Wellington. Come along to get an exclusive look at what’s new in tramping and mountaineering gear. More importantly, if you come … Read more

Easter is just around the corner and I know some of you will be embarking on adventures.  It would be wonderful if you could share them with us one Wednesday night (hint hint!)  as there are some gaps in May just waiting for you to take them!  In the meantime we have: April 1st – this will be … Read more

Hi folks, I hope you are enjoying this lovely summer weather, having lots of adventures that you can then come and tell us about at club!  While I wait for my email to run hot with lots of offers…we have the following presentations coming up. Josh T will talk about when to use a PLB … Read more

Welcome to 2015!  I’m pleased to say that there is a super range of presentations lined up for you: This coming Wednesday we have Shaun Barnett and Chris Maclean talking about their book “Tramping, A New Zealand History.” This is bound to be a fantastic presentation so come along. 11th Feb is our new trampers night. The … Read more

I can’t believe how quickly the year is ending!  Fortunately we have two more awesome presentations before Christmas.  These are: 3 December: the official launch of the SK book.  This night is not to be missed so make sure you come along and enjoy the occasion. 10 December: Harry winds up the year for us … Read more

Hi folks, The following is the line up until Christmas: This coming Wednesday 5 November, Mike G will share his experiences from his recent trip doing the Annapurna circuit. Mike is also one of the speakers for the following Wednesday when he and Amelia will talk about the Ruapehu lodge in summer. Sue Walsh will … Read more

I would like to thank Pete Gent for covering for me while I was away, it was massively appreciated! I am now back and looking for speakers to fill the calendar through to the end of the year.  I know you are a shy bunch, but I would love to hear from you if you … Read more

Sue returns today from her adventures and while she was away, I’m shocked to report that no one took up my offer of a chocolate bar in return for a club talk. So just in case you missed it, I’ll offer a second chance…sign-up to give a club talk in the month of October and … Read more