Wellington Tramping and Mountaineering Club

WTMC Pub night
2025-09-09 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-08-12 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-07-15 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-06-17 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-05-20 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-03-25 18:00 - 19:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Fork and Brewer, 14-20 Bond St, Wellington
Come along to the club’s regular 4-weekly pub night at the Fork and Brewer to talk trips, meet other members and enjoy something hoppy.

WTMC Photo competition 2025 | WTMC Club night
2025-08-27 18:30 - 20:30 | TTC Hall, 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, 6011
The 2025 WTMC photo competition is live! It’s time to dig out your tramping snaps – or better yet, take a camera (or even your phone) on your next club trip. We have over $600 worth of prizes to give away thanks to Bivouac, Coffee Outdoors and the Wilderness Magazine.
This year, the categories are as follows:

Above the Bushline with no Human Element [ABN]
Above the Bushline with a Human Element [ABW]
Below the Bushline with no Human Element [BBN]
Below the Bushline with a Human Element [BBW]
Native Flora & Fauna [NFF]
Long Exposure [LE]
Historic [HIS]
Quintessential WTMC [WTMC] – photos and up to 16sec videos accepted!

Each club member may enter up to two photos (or videos for ‘Quintessential WTMC’) in each category.

Make sure to name each photo with the category abbreviation, photographer name, and photo title (e.g. ABN_John_Doe_Aoraki.jpg).
Ensure photos are between 1Mb and 5Mb (for category 1-7).
Create a new folder on your cloud storage service, upload all the photos , generate a sharing link for that folder and email your submissions to photos@wtmc.org.nz.

Entries close at 11pm on Monday 18 August 2025.
Winners will be announced at the club night on Wednesday 27 August 2025.
As WTMC is affiliated to the Federated Mountain Clubs of New Zealand (FMC), the top two photos in each category (except ‘Quintessential WTMC’) will be put forward by the club to compete in the nationwide FMC competition.
Rules

Entry is open to anyone who is a member of the WTMC as of 18 August 2025.
The photographer must be the sole author and owner of the photo(s) they submit.
Each club member may enter up to a maximum of two photos per category. The organisers and judge(s) reserve the right to amend the category of a photo which in their opinion, is entered in the incorrect category.
All photos must be taken within New Zealand, which is defined as our Exclusive Economic Zone. This includes the following islands: North, South, Stewart, Chatham, Kermadec, Sub-Antarctic
Entries in categories other than Historic must be taken after 1 September 2023. Any photos taken prior to this date will automatically be entered into the historic category.
Entries must not have been entered into a WTMC or FMC photo competition before. Photos that have been previously professionally published (in magazines/commercial websites/books etc) are not eligible for entry.
Entries are permitted to have minor corrections, but no major editing is allowed. Discretion is expected, and the following rules are provided as an indication:

Adjustments for exposure, white balance, contrast & levels are allowed.
Cropping is allowed.
Stitching for panoramic shots is allowed.
Removal or insertion of features not in the original image is not allowed.
Use of AI is not permitted.

Definition of Human Element: The definition of a “human element” is flexible but the general intention is: Where the photo contains as anything other than as a very minor feature: people, a hut, a track sign/marker, bridge, ice axe and anything else that has been introduced by humans into the environment then we would define that as having “a Human element”. But if a photo has what could be called a Human Element but that element is very small, inconsequential and not a feature in the photo then you could count it as “No Human Element”.
Definition of Historic: The intention for the historic category is for entrants to go back through club and individual archives to select “old photos” rather than “photos of old things”. As an example, a recent photo of a hut built in the 1950’s is not a ‘historic’ photo. However, a photo of the same hut taken in the 1960’s certainly is a ‘historic’ photo. Photos for the historic category must be taken before 1 Jan 2023. Judges tend to favor images which capture the essence of era’s past, rather than images which qualify by date but illustrate a contemporary age. The prize for any winning photo from a club archive by a deceased member will go to the club. The prize for any winning photo from an individual archive by a deceased person will go to the person who entered the photo, whether through a club or as an individual supporter.
Definition of Long Exposure: The intention of the long exposure category is for photography of scenes that the naked eye cannot normally comprehend. These shots would require a very long exposure and the use of a tripod. The category is intended for highly technical images of shots taken at night, (including star trails), or in extremely low light situations such as caves or canyons. The category is not intended for normal dusk/dawn photography, or images where a long exposure is used to ‘blur’ the image (such as flowing water, or movement of the subject).
The organisers and judge(s) reserve the right to disqualify any entries which contradict WTMC or FMC values, policies, or any relevant laws. Where any entry is controversial, WTMC may request that the photographer demonstrate how they adhered to any relevant rules. Any decision the organisers make is final.
Prizes will be assigned at the sole discretion of the WTMC committee. Prizes are not transferable for cash. Judging will take place anonymously. Anyone involved in judging is ineligible to participate in the competition.
By entering the competition, you are agreeing that your photo may be used by WTMC for promotional purposes. This includes sharing photos on social media such as Facebook and Instagram.
By entering the competition you agree that we may announce you as a winner in club communications, including emails, social media, etc.
By entering the competition, you agree that if your photo wins, it will go forward to the FMC competition and that you agree that the photo can be used by FMC for promotional purposes. For more details about the FMC comp and the rules/prizes, visit http://www.fmc.org.nz/photo-competition.
The judge’s decision is final.

Tramping, the way it used to be | WTMC club night
2025-07-30 18:30 - 20:30 | TTC Hall, 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, 6011
Long time member Noel Thomas will use photo slides to recount his epic 3-week Christmas trip in 1968 to remote edges of Mt Aspiring National Park.
Doors open at 6:30pm for a 7.15pm start.

Welly Clubs Winter Quiz
2025-07-29 18:00 - 20:30 | Hunter Lounge, 1 Kelburn Parade, Wellington, 5028, New Zealand
Tickets for the interclub charity quiz are live! Join us at the Hunter Lounge on 29 July for some quizing to raise money for GWBN / ACAT and be in to win some awesome prizes from sponsors including Coffee Outdoors and Bivouac Outdoor! Trust me the prizes are sick! Tickets sold by the table, teams of six.
Tickets here: https://www.vuwtc.org.nz/Event/12220

Getting into mountaineering | WTMC Club night
2025-07-02 18:30 - 20:00
Recent WTMC Scholarship recipients Emily Shrosbree and Mathew Denys will share their respective experiences of getting into mountaineering, from beginner snowcraft skills through to learning pitching and glacier travel rope techniques to reach high alpine peaks. They will highlight particular trips that have helped build their experience along the way. If you’re thinking about taking your tramping trips into the white stuff this winter this talk will get you inspired!
Doors open 6:30pm, talk beginning at 7:00pm.

Ruapehu Solstice Ball 2025
2025-06-27 17:00 - 2025-06-29 18:30 | WTMC Ruapehu Lodge, Bruce Road, Ruapehu, New Zealand
Dust off your finest formal wear and get ready for a weekend of mountain adventures and elegant celebrations at the WTMC Ruapehu Lodge! Join us for the 2025 Ruapehu Solstice Ball, a night of dancing, good company, and mountain cheer. The plan is to drive up on Friday after work, spend Saturday doing some walks or other activities before the festivities commence Saturday evening! Back in Wellington by Sunday afternoon.
Sign up here: https://forms.gle/y6zoZrb1oMNFh1Xm6
Get excited for a memorable winter weekend!
If you’re interested in helping out, please email Liaison.officer@wtmc.org.nz

Learning to SK: the Tararua's most infamous traverse | WTMC Club night
2025-06-04 18:30 - 20:00 | TTC Hall, 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, 6011
Completing a traverse of the Tararua mountain range within a weekend was a challenge first dreamed up by members of our local tramping clubs in the early 1960s. Known as the SK for the roadends Schormann (no longer accessible) to Kaitoke via the main range. For decades among trampers, the challenge remained to complete the traverse in under 48 hours. But it wasn’t long before a new challenge became increasingly popular among trail runners, to complete the traverse in under 24 hours. WTMC members Megan Sety and Stuart Meiklejohn will talk about the history of the SK and what to think about if you want to take on the weekend tramping challenge or the 24 running challenge.
Doors open 6:30pm, talk beginning at 7:00pm.

Protecting the Olivine Wilderness | WTMC Club night
2025-05-07 18:30 - 21:00 | TTC Hall, 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, 6011
Come along to our regular Wednesday club night at the TTC Hall to hear Les Molloy talk about the long struggle from the early 1960s to 1989 to get the Olivine Wilderness Area protected as part of Mount Aspiring National Park.

Doors open 6:30pm, talk beginning at 7:15pm.

Coordinated by Roger Bolam – Veterans Coordinator.

WTMC Pub night
2025-04-29 18:00 - 19:00 | Fork and Brewer, 14-20 Bond St, Wellington
Come along to the club’s regular 4-weekly pub night at the Fork and Brewer to talk trips, meet other members and enjoy something hoppy.

*rescheduled from 22 April*

Annual Awards and AGM 2025
2025-04-09 18:30 - 21:00 | TTC Hall, 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, 6011
It’s that time of the year where we celebrate the triumphs and tribulations of the club!
On 9 April 2025 we will be holding our AGM and annual awards.
AGM 2025
As part of our legal requirements as an incorporated society we are required to hold an Annual General Meeting every year, where the committee is elected. We hope to get the stuffy formal bits over in an hour. More information can be found here.
To express interest in a committee role, you need to get a member to nominate you by emailing a nomination to secretary@wtmc.org.nz. You will then need to provide a short paragraph outlining your interest in the role. Nominations close 8 April 2025.
Annual awards
To be held after the stuffy AGM formalities are over. The annual awards are designed not only to celebrate the accomplishments and dedication of club members, but also to commemorate the occasional epic misadventure… So please, dob in your friends and make sure those unsung heros get sung! Expect pizza and BYO.
Members can be nominated for awards here.
Entries close 2 April 2025.

Leading your first trip | WTMC Club night
2025-03-12 18:30 - 20:30 | TTC Hall, 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, 6011
Come along to listen to experienced trip leaders give their tips on leading trips and how to plan your own adventures.
Held at 4 Moncrieff Street (TTC hall), doors open at 6:30pm for a 7pm start.

Register your interest: https://forms.gle/bf8XxFiuzzSbrUKV6

WTMC Pub night
2025-02-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Fork and Brewer, 14-20 Bond St, Wellington
Come along to the club’s first regular pub night at the Fork and Brewer to talk trips, meet other members and enjoy something hoppy. Starting 6pm.

New members night 2025 | WTMC Club night
2025-02-19 18:30 - 20:30 | TTC Hall, 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, 6011
Wellington Tramping and Mountaineering Club’s New Members Night!
Date: 19 February 2025Time: 7pmLocation: TTC Hall (4 Moncrieff St)

Are you passionate about the great outdoors? Do you love exploring new trails, conquering peaks, and meeting like-minded adventurers? Join us for the Wellington Tramping and Mountaineering Club’s New Members Night!
Whether you’re an experienced tramper, a seasoned mountaineer, or just starting out on your tramping journey – come along to learn more about our activities, meet current members, and find out how you can get involved in upcoming trips and events.

What to Expect:– An overview of the club’s activities and upcoming adventures – Opportunities to meet fellow outdoor enthusiasts – Tips and advice from experienced members – A friendly atmosphere
Doors open at 6:30pm, non members welcome.

1968 Andean Expedition | WTMC Club night
2025-02-12 18:30 - 21:00 | TTC Hall, 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, 6011
Paul Green will be presenting his slides on the infamous “WTMC ANDEAN EXPEDITION TO PERU” back in 1968!!! A truly legendary Club trip and not one to miss, even if you’ve seen it before!!! The stories will be much more embellished by now!!

The doors of the TTC hall (4 Moncrieff Street) will open at 6.30pm, with the presentation starting at 7.15pm.

WTMC Social | Three days in the Brazilian Highlands
2024-12-18 19:00 | Wellington Tramping & Mountaineering Club (WTMC), 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
Roll up for the last club social of the year!
Club member Dan Nicholson will talk about walking in the Brazilian highlands while visiting his brother in Brazil. Featuring day walks in tropical atlantic forests and along the coast, tarantula encounters, and a 3 day guided walk in the highlands of Chapada Diamantina – one of Brazil’s national parks in Bahia state), this will be a rare opportunity to hear about these incredible walks first-hand.
Come to see some great photos, learn about Brazil beyond the stereotypes, and sign off on another great WTMC year in style!
7:00pm: doors, gear pickup/return and tea and biscuits – say hi to a member if you’re new!
7:30: club announcements
7:35pm: Dan’s talk on walking in the Brazilian highlands
WTMC social nights are open to WTMC Club members and the general public. You don’t need to book or RSVP, just turn up! It’s also a great time to come along and ask questions about getting involved with the club

WTMC Social | New members' evening
2024-11-20 19:00 | Wellington Tramping & Mountaineering Club (WTMC), 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
If you are a new member or thinking about getting into the great outdoors and joining the club, come along to hear about how the club runs it’s trips, listen to some stories from current members to get inspired, and learn how to sign up and what to bring on your first trip.
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7:00pm: doors, gear pickup/return and snacks7:30: club announcements7:35pm: hear from the Chief Guide on what to expect on WTMC trips, and get some pointers on what to take / what not to take. New and experienced club members will then share some of their trip experiences and top tramping tips.
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WTMC social nights are open to WTMC Club members and the general public. You don’t need to book or RSVP, just turn up! It’s also a great time to come along and ask questions about getting involved with the club

WTMC Social | Exploring the Humboldt & Darrans mountains
2024-10-23 19:00 | Wellington Tramping & Mountaineering Club (WTMC), 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
Club members Monique Bon and Mathew Denys will talk about their respective FMC Simon Bell Memorial Scholarship funded trips.
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Monique led an Easter tenting expedition to the Humbolt Mountains which included evocatively named locations like Valley of the Trolls, Sugarloaf Pass, and the renowned Lakes Harris and Wilson.
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Mathew headed into the Darran Mountains with the intention of reaching spot point 2024 near Lake Turner, where they experienced exposed terrain, impressive waterfalls, and precarious campsites.
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They will provide trip reports, plenty of photos, some take aways, and *information regarding the FMC scholarships* which are open for all TTC members to apply for.
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7:00pm: doors, gear pickup/return and tea and biscuits – say hi to a member if you’re new!7:30: club announcements7:35pm: Monique & Mat’s talk on their FMC Simon Bell Memorial Scholarship funded trips to the Darrans and Humboldt mountains
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WTMC social nights are open to WTMC Club members and the general public. You don’t need to book or RSVP, just turn up! It’s also a great time to come along and ask questions about getting involved with the club

WTMC Social | Hutbagging all of North Island
2024-09-25 19:00 | Wellington Tramping & Mountaineering Club (WTMC), 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
Join us for what promises to be a great talk by WTMC club member Maarten Ruiter about his experiences while visiting every hut on North Island!
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7:00pm: doors, gear pickup/return and tea and biscuits – say hi to a member if you’re new!7:30: club announcements7:35pm: Bagging every hut on North Island with Maarten Ruiter
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WTMC social nights are open to WTMC Club members and the general public. You don’t need to book or RSVP, just turn up! It’s also a great time to come along and ask questions about getting involved with the club

WTMC Social | Photo Competition
2024-08-28 19:00 - 20:30
The 2024 WTMC photo competition is live! It’s time to dig out your tramping snaps – or even better, take a camera (or even your phone) on your next club trip.
This year, the categories are as follows:
• Above the Bushline (with no Human Element) [ABN]
• Above the Bushline (with a Human Element) [ABW]
• Below the Bushline (with no Human Element) [BBN]
• Below the Bushline (with a Human Element) [BBW]
• Native Flora & Fauna [NFF]
• Long Exposure [LE]
• Historic [HIS]
Rules:
* Each club member may enter up to two photos in each category.
* NAME each photo with the category abbreviation, photographer name, and photo title (e.g. ABN_John_Doe_Aoraki.jpg).
* Email your submissions to photos@wtmc.org.nz.
* In your email, indicate if any photos were taken on WTMC club trips.
The full rules can be found here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/16-vjykTeTWS7akwcSt8jJbGgTu-t3WSX/view?usp=sharing
Entries close: 5pm Sunday 18 August.
Winners will be announced at the club night on Wednesday 28 August.
As WTMC is affiliated to the Federated Mountain Clubs of New Zealand (FMC), the top two photos in each category will be put forward by the club to compete in the nationwide FMC competition.
If you have any questions, please email photos@wtmc.org.nz for clarification.
7:00pm: doors, gear pickup/return and tea and biscuits – say hi to a member if you’re new!
7:30: club announcements
7:35pm: WTMC Photo Competition
WTMC social nights are open to WTMC Club members and the general public. You don’t need to book or RSVP, just turn up! It’s also a great time to come along and ask questions about getting involved with the club.

FoxGlove - President's Round
2024-08-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Foxglove, Foxglove Bar (waterfront)
Join us for Anne’s Presidential Goodbye drinks – Weds 21 August at Foxglove from 6pm!
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[Disclaimer: Anne will not be buying an actual round for everyone, but will be walking round to say bye]
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Anne’s had a fantastic run as President and we’re very sorry to see her step down. Come along to say thanks for all her hard work this year, grab a drink or some food, have a chat about your latest adventures – and maybe even plan some new ones.
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So we can dial in our booking numbers, please either RSVP to this event on Facebook or email liaison.officer@wtmc.org.nz if you’re coming! Looking forward to seeing you there.

NZAC Wellington & WTMC present: Life Flight fundraiser quiz
2024-07-17 19:00 - 22:00 | Wellington Tramping & Mountaineering Club (WTMC), 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
Brought to you jointly by WTMC and NZAC Wellington, join us for a night of quiz fun as we raise funds (and glasses) for Wellington Life Flight rescue helicopter service.
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[SPACES SOLD OUT – TEAM WAITING LIST SIGN UP LINK HERE]
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Come along to test your knowledge, share a drink with friends, fend off the winter blues, and make a meaningful contribution to a lifesaving Wellington-based organisation. Not totally persuaded yet? Thanks to the generous support of epic local and national sponsors we can also boast the most stacked raffle and quiz prizes in Wellington.
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Our anchor sponsor Coffee Outdoors, an epic local business catering to outdoors enthusiasts with a carefully curated selection of equipment, has donated over $1000 worth of prizes for quiz and raffle winners. Make sure you’re following us on Facebook and Instagram for some sneak peaks at those prizes, and in the meantime check out their full range at www.coffeeoutdoors.co.nz
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We’ll also have more from Kiwi adventure heavy weights including:– Bivouac Outdoor– Faultline & Hangdog Climbing Gyms– Backcountry Gourmet– Zealandia– Real Meals
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Corkage:this event will be BYO. We ask that you bring a $5 per person donation as a ‘corkage’ fee. Please no glass, be sensible, and take your empties home with you.
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Quiz tickets:tickets are $20 per person and are available here. Enter as a team of 6, or access limited individual spots if you want to ride solo and be sorted into a team on the night. Spaces are strictly limited, so get involved ASAP!
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Raffle tickets:these will be on sale on the night. You won’t want to miss out on a shot at these prizes.
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All funds raised will go straight to Life Flight. No exceptions.
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A chance to have fun, win big, AND support Life Flight? You don’t want to miss this one. Grab your buddies and let’s get behind a good cause. We can’t wait to see you there!

WTMC Social | Hypothermia - Know Your Facts
2024-07-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Wellington Tramping & Mountaineering Club (WTMC), 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
Join us for a fascinating guest talk from Dr. Jenny Visser, a lecturer in wilderness, expedition medicine and travel medicine at the University of Otago. As we head into winter proper, Jenny will talk about hypothermia specific to tramping and mountaineering, including signs, symptoms and what to do if it happens to you or people you’re out with.
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This talk is always well-attended and a fantastic opportunity to learn first-hand about what you should be doing to stay safe outside over winter (and in general).
Looking forward to seeing you all then!
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https://www.otago.ac.nz/…/have-doctors-bag-will-travel
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7:00pm: doors, gear pickup/return and tea and biscuits – say hi to a member if you’re new!7:30: club announcements7:35pm: Hypothermia – know your facts
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WTMC social nights are open to WTMC Club members and the general public. You don’t need to book or RSVP, just turn up! It’s also a great time to come along and ask questions about getting involved with the club.

WTMC Workshop | Leaders' Training Night
2024-06-19 17:30 - 20:30
[TIMING CHANGE: THIS EVENT WILL BEGIN AT 5:30pm FOR REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS]

***PLEASE USE THE COMPULSORY REGISTRATION FORM (BELOW) IF YOU WANT TO JOIN FOR THIS TRAINING NIGHT***
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Ever thought of leading a club tramp? Or perhaps you’d like to organise a personal adventure but don’t quite know where to start?
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Former WTMC Chief Guide Monique Bon will be hosting an evening workshop for members who share a passion for exploring the great outdoors. We’ll cover all the key elements of planning and leading a successful tramp.
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By the end of the course, you will have a thorough understanding of:
– Planning a Tramp: From choosing a destination to mapping out the route, we’ll discuss the best practices for creating an enjoyable and safe experience for everyone.
– Club and Hut Etiquette: Learn the guidelines and expectations for Club-sponsored tramps and how to respect the facilities and environment we visit, including huts and campsites.
– Safety Protocols: Safety is our top priority, so we’ll go over the essential safety measures, gear checklists, and group dynamics to ensure everyone is well-prepared.
– Emergency Procedures: Discover the steps to take in case of an emergency, including communication strategies, and evacuation plans.
– This workshop will be a combination of informative presentations, group discussions, and hands-on activities to help you gain the knowledge and confidence to lead your own tramps.
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A pizza supper will be provided. BYO non-alcohol drinks if desired.
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Registration is compulsory for this event. Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSfEOksko65WG0…/viewform
5:15pm: doors, gear pickup/return5:30pm: leaders’ training night and pizza (BYO non-alcoholic drinks)

WTMC Social | Zealandia Behind The Fence
2024-06-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Wellington Tramping & Mountaineering Club (WTMC), 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
Join us for a unique WTMC social as Zealandia Lead Ranger Conservation (and WTMC member) Ellen Irwin gives us the inside line on Zealandia!
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Tonight’s talk will delve into the inner workings of the Zealandia conservation team, some recent projects, and exciting future endeavours. There may also be one or two cute photos of birds/lizards/fish/plants. You won’t want to miss this.
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7:00pm: doors, gear pickup/return and tea and biscuits – say hi to a member if you’re new!7:30: club announcements7:35pm: Zealandia
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WTMC social nights are open to WTMC Club members and the general public. You don’t need to book or RSVP, just turn up! It’s also a great time to come along and ask questions about getting involved with the club.

WTMC Social | Lake Unknown, Minos Peak & advice for resilience in mid-life
2024-05-22 19:00 - 21:00
Join us for this week’s WTMC social, and a talk by Nina Sawicki about her trip with three trusty mid-life female friends over New Year to find Lake Unknown and climb Minos Peak
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Lake Unknown is located high above the Dart Valley among the ranges of Mt Aspiring National Park and has been described as ”an alpine lake with an unrivalled sense of majesty and grandeur” by Wilderness Magazine.
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7:00pm: doors, gear pickup/return and tea and biscuits – say hi to a member if you’re new!7:30: club announcements7:35pm: Lake Unknown and Minos Peak
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WTMC social nights are open to WTMC Club members and the general public. You don’t need to book or RSVP, just turn up! It’s also a great time to come along and ask questions about getting involved with the club.
