Wellington Tramping and Mountaineering Club

WTMC Committee Meeting
2018-12-05 17:45 - 18:45, 2018-10-03 17:45 - 18:45 (Pacific/Auckland)
The WTMC Committee meet on the first Wednesday of each month.
Please contact president@wtmc.org.nz in advance if you wish to attend.

Arthur's Pass Alpine Day trips - Juan Rada-Vilela
2018-11-28 19:00 | Google Hangouts, 4 Moncrieff Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand

Lodge subcommittee monthly meeting - November
2018-11-28 17:30 - 18:45 | TTC Hall – WTMC Gear room, 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
The WTMC Lodge subcommittee meets monthly on the last Wednesday of the month.
Meeting are held in the gear room. Entrance is by the side door of the TTC Hall.
If you are interested attending, please contact the Lodge Convenor first at lodgeconvenor@gmail.com.

Jump in to Rock Climbing with the WTMC - Henry Fisher
2018-11-21 19:00 | Google Hangouts, 4 Moncrieff Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
Summer is coming and rock climbing is a great way to have fun in unusual places. Whether you’re just starting out or already have some skills, Henry will talk about where you can climb around Wellington, climbing around the country, how to get involved, what gear you will need, how to get the skills to be safe, and the club’s approach to climbing trips.

Trip Planning for Summer 2019
2018-11-21 17:45 - 19:00 | TTC Hall – WTMC Gear room, 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand
The next schedule needs your ideas for Feb-May 2019. Come along to the Gear Room and develop some outline trip plans. If you are new to trip planning, this is a good way to learn from others. Free pizza to keep you going.
Please let the Chief Guide know you if are coming; it will help with the pizza order 🙂

Ski touring with WTMC - Graeme Hearfield
2018-11-14 19:00 | Google Hangouts, 4 Moncrieff Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand

Dirtbag: The Legend of Fred Beckey (Wellington screening)
2018-11-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision, 84 Taranaki St, Wellington, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
As a fundraiser for our club scholarships, the Wellington Tramping and Mountaineering Club is excited to host the Wellington screening of the award-winning documentary Dirtbag – The Legend of Fred Beckey. Fred Beckey is the original American “Dirtbag” climber whose stubborn, singular quest to conquer peaks meant a solitary life on the road, where he left a long trail of scorned climbing partners and lost lovers in his wake. The documentary tells the life story of this rebel athlete, who inspired generations with his monumental first ascents, eloquent books and the lifestyle he fearlessly pioneered.
Where: Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision at 84 Taranaki St, Te Aro, Wellington 6011
Tickets: $14, Must be purchased online in advance from Eventfinda (no door sales). You can also purchase them by phone from Eventfinda at 0800 BUY TIX (289 849) or in person at one of their ticket outlets.
*The Cafe at Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision will be open from 5pm for snacks and drinks. Film starts promptly at 6pm. Run time is 96 minutes. Seating is limited.
For questions, email social@wtmc.org.nz

Fred Beckey’s adventures began in the North Cascade range of the US with his brother Helmy in the 1930s. In 1942, the Beckey brothers cemented their place in alpine lore when the teenagers survived an incredible second ascent of Mount Waddington––considered the most difficult climb in North America at the time. This success marked the beginning of Fred’s epic tear of first ascents around the world, during which he became the consummate “Dirtbag” climber: defined as one who forgoes material comforts and defies societal norms in pursuit of a nomadic mountaineering lifestyle.
Throughout the 20th Century, Fred shattered records with an unparalleled string of superhuman first ascents, bushwhacking trails and pioneering direct routes thought previously impassable. He eschewed fame, sponsors, family life and the politics of the industry so his only obligation would remain conquering the next summit. Fred continued climbing until he passed away on October 30, 2017 at the age of 94.
Throughout his exceptional life, Fred kept meticulous personal journals where he mused on everything from arcane geology, to his wild road adventures and many romantic dalliances, to the myriad sunrises he witnessed from vantages not seen by man before. An environmentalist before there was such a word, Fred used these journals as the basis for 13 essential books.
Animations of Fred’s personal journals, guidebooks and photographs combine with aerial photography, motion graphics and rare archival footage to weave together the tapestry of this complex man’s life. More than 30 additional interviews with some of the world’s greatest climbers and authors––including Timothy Egan, Yvon Chouinard, Layton Kor, Conrad Anker, Royal Robbins and Reinhold Messner––attest to Fred Beckey’s legendary stature, environmental advocacy and iconic impact on the alpine world.

Run time: 96 minutes

CANCELLED - Rivenrock - Building a new mountain bike park
2018-11-07 19:00 | Google Hangouts, 4 Moncrieff Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
This event has been CANCELLED due to unforeseen circumstances. We will reschedule.

WTMC Committee Meeting
2018-11-07 17:45 - 18:45 | TTC Hall – WTMC Gear room, 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand

The Art of Snowcraft - George Bowman
2018-10-31 19:00 | Google Hangouts, 4 Moncrieff Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
Snowcraft graduate, George Bowman, will be giving a talk on this winter’s WTMC Snowcraft Course and what life in the mountains has been like since. He will be digging deep into the snowcraft experience, and carving out what it was like to complete the course.

How to get in to mountain biking in Wellington - Byron Camp
2018-10-24 19:00 | Google Hangouts, 4 Moncrieff Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand

Unexpected Twists and turns of Tour Aotearoa - Helen Kettles
2018-10-17 19:00 | Google Hangouts, 4 Moncrieff Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
Helen will share her Tour Aotearoa 2018 adventure of 30 days biking from Cape Reinga to Bluff. The unexpected twists and turns of being off the beaten track, small town hotels and the characters she met.

Snowy Streams and Saddles - Nelson Lakes (near Cotterel/Chittenden) - Mike Wilson
2018-10-10 19:00 | Google Hangouts, 4 Moncrieff Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand

Million Dollar Mouse documentary from DOC (film)
2018-10-03 19:00 | Google Hangouts, 4 Moncrieff Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
The New Zealand Department of Conservation (DOC) has just published a new 20 minute documentary about pest control on Antipodes Island.
In the winter of 2016, the New Zealand Department of Conservation traveled to Antipodes Island to eradicate mice – the only mammalian pest species, and a big problem on this island. This video follows the eradication team, as they embark on a world-leading conservation effort.
Read more about this project: doc.govt.nz/antipodes
See the trailer below.

2 for the price of 1: North and South Ohau River in the Tararuas - Byron Camp and Caryl Ramos
2018-09-26 19:00 | Google Hangouts, 4 Moncrieff Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand

How to get in to packrafting - Arno Marten, Packrafting NZ
2018-09-19 19:00 | Google Hangouts, 4 Moncrieff Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand

Treaty Talk: Settlements and the management of public conservation land - Aimee Paterson
2018-09-12 19:00 | Google Hangouts, 4 Moncrieff Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
In celebration of te wiki o te reo Maori 2018, Aimee Paterson will be talking about another significant aspect of te ao Maori, namely the historic settlement of Treaty of Waitangi grievances. She will talk about the why, how and wherefore of Treaty Settlements, and what impact they are having on the management of public conservation land.

A Walk in the Park? A deep dive into tramping incidents over the past 10 years - Bevan Smith, MSC
2018-09-05 19:00 | Google Hangouts, 4 Moncrieff Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
The NZ Mountain Safety Council (MSC) recently published a report exploring tramping incidents in New Zealand. Bevan Smith from MSC will talk about the report and next steps. Find the full report on the MSC website.

WTMC Committee Meeting
2018-09-05 17:45 - 19:00, 2018-08-01 17:45 - 19:00 | TTC Hall – WTMC Gear room, 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand

Can’t see the Green for the Forest: Environmental Tramping - Maj-Britt Engelhardt
2018-08-29 19:00 | Google Hangouts, 4 Moncrieff Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand

Lodge subcommittee monthly meeting - August
2018-08-29 17:30 - 18:45 | TTC Hall – WTMC Gear room, 4 Moncrieff Street, Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand

Nutrition 101 for Trampers - Chris Vogliano
2018-08-22 19:00 | Google Hangouts, 4 Moncrieff Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand

Hunting down the plane wreck site at Shingle Slip knob in the Tararua Forest Park - Tony Stephens
2018-08-15 19:00 | Google Hangouts, 4 Moncrieff Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand

2018 Annual WTMC Photo competition
2018-08-08 19:00 | Google Hangouts, 4 Moncrieff Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
Photos submitted to the WTMC Photo competition will be highlighted by Judge Grant Newton with feedback and winners announced.
See the newsletter post for more details about entering the photo competition – deadline for entries is 18 July 2018.

Best of the NZ Mountain Film Festival - NZ Made
2018-08-02 18:30 - 21:00 | Victoria University Memorial Theatre, Memorial Theatre Victoria University, Kelburn, Wellington, 6012, New Zealand
The best of the New Zealand Mountain Film Festival National Tour is coming back to Wellington and this time we have a double feature!
Part 2: NZ-made award winning films either made in NZ or films made by New Zealanders including a Wanaka youth’s perspectives of an adventure lifestyle, NZ’s best speedflyers, three Kiwis climb the iconic rock spire Trollkonufingur, Kiwi kayakers attempt a descent of the fabled Rondu Gorge on the Indus River in Pakistan, and climb and ski the East Face of Aoraki/Mt Cook.
Sponsored by the Wellington Tramping and Mountaineering Club and the Victoria University of Wellington Tramping Club. All profits donated back to the clubs.
Tickets available online
$20 general admission
$15 WTMC, VUWTC and TTC club members
$10 student with ID

Follow the Facebook event page for updates

Don’t forget to check out Part 1: Best of the 2018 NZ Mountain Film Festival – Award Winning Films

How WTMC is helping save Whio - Amanda Wells
2018-08-01 19:00 | Google Hangouts, 4 Moncrieff Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand

Best of the 2018 NZ Mountain Film Festival – Award Winning Films - Part 1
2018-07-30 18:30 - 21:30 | Victoria University Memorial Theatre, Memorial Theatre Victoria University, Kelburn, Wellington, 6012, New Zealand
The best of the New Zealand Mountain Film Festival National Tour is coming back to Wellington and this time we have a double feature!
Part 1: The Best of the NZ Mountain Festival 2018 films include world-class mountain bikers from Kathmandu, teenage Liv Sansoz climbing extravaganza, bike-packing survivalist style hundreds of kilometres through a remote Island, cycling the “Kawa Kharpo” track around a Tibetan holy mountain, Adam Ondra climbing the world’s first grade 39 (9c/5.15d) route, setting a new world record skiing 2.5 million human-powered vertical feet, and balancing climate change with backcountry skiing.
Sponsored by the Wellington Tramping and Mountaineering Club and Victoria University of Wellington Tramping Club.
Tickets available online
$20 general admission
$15 WTMC, VUWTC and TTC club members
$10 student with ID

Follow the Facebook event page for updates

Don’t forget to check out Part 2: Best of the NZ Mountain Film Festival – NZ Made

Tsunamis in lakes, really!? International examples of landslide generated tsunami in lakes and fiords and the potential in Aotearoa - Joshu Mountjoy
2018-07-25 19:00 | Google Hangouts, 4 Moncrieff Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand
Dr Joshu Mountjoy onboard RV Ikatere. Photograph by Dave Allen.
