Forest & Bird Wellington: We “Give Nature a Voice” — OK, so what do we actually do?

TTC Hall - WTMC Gear room 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand

Most people in New Zealand have heard of Forest & Bird, but few are aware of the range of activities its members get involved with. With the largest number of members of any environmental group in New Zealand, the members of its 45+branches undertake a wide range of conservation projects, as well as writing submissions, ... Read more

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WTMC Trip Planning Night

TTC Hall - WTMC Gear room 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand

Instead of having a talk on the first club night back in 2021, we are going to have a planning session for trips for the Autumn club schedule. The schedule will run from March through until the end of May, and includes opportunities for longer trips at Easter and ANZAC weekend. So, come along with ... Read more

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Slackpacking in Colca Canyon, Peru circa 2007

TTC Hall - WTMC Gear room 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand

Come and hear club member Dan talk about his adventures in the dry, high altitude of Peru. With the help of a guide, 2 horses, and even a donkey. Cacti, condors, coca, and curious local kids.

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Lodge Operators Training Course

TTC Hall - WTMC Gear room 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand

Contact lodgeconvenor@gmail.com in interested.

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A long weekend in the Ruahine – Matt Conway

TTC Hall - WTMC Gear room 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand

Come and hear Chief Guide Matt Conway talk about a trip last Labour Weekend to Ruahine Corner hut which sits on the edge of the Mangaohane plateau, a vast expanse of red tussock. As well as the usual tramping adventures, the trip involved snails and the elusive Ruahine Mountain Dolphin.

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WTMC Committee Meeting

TTC Hall - WTMC Gear room 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand

The WTMC Committee meet on the first Wednesday of the month. Please contact president@wtmc.org.nz in advance if you wish to attend.

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Christmas tramping: what to do when the weather isn’t with you….

TTC Hall - WTMC Gear room 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand

Come and hear club member Illona talk about a Christmas trip to Bounds (well not really) Leatham conservation area. What makes a successful Christmas trip? The answer: a great crew, 6 days, seeing one other person and half a day of rain. What is curious about Leatham conservation area: Sir Ed, the fear of the ... Read more

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