Wellington Tramping and Mountaineering Club
Enjoying the great outdoors since 1947
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What has happened to tubing in the club? Once it was an extremely popular summer activity. It’s a great way to see stretches of river that would otherwise be inaccessible. And of course it’s great fun! As Ratty said in the Wind of the Willows, there is nothing, absolutely nothing, so much fun as simply … Read more
Weather Fine start on Saturday, overcast developing with a couple of light showers in the afternoon cloud breaking for a clear Sunday. No wind. Track conditions The track appears to be infrequently maintained; so although generally pretty easy to follow, there are quite a few tree falls which haven’t been cleared so there is a … Read more
In November 2010 I did a great trip to Elder Hut in fine sunny weather (yes, this was the Tararuas). The views from the hut were brilliant, and it got the sun until late in the evening. So when the trip was put on the proposed WTMC summer schedule for March 2012, begging for a … Read more
Pretty much perfect weather all weekend: overcast for the climb on Saturday clearing during the night to a brilliant, cloudless Sunday. Virtually no wind. The trip starts with pie and chips for breakfast in Carterton at the Goodness Food Café. Don’t be fooled by the humble exterior, the food is good and they threw in … Read more
From: Kate Cushing, Vice President I thought it might be good to remind everyone why it is important the trip leaders provide the Intentions Sheets for their trips. And why, as punters, we need to provide emergency contact info and medical conditions. It’s really not because I want an excuse to send out copious emails! … Read more
I hope you have enjoyed the variety of talks/presentations we’ve had on a Wednesday night recently – a good mix of overseas travel, local tramping and even some wild-ice skating in the S Island! Coming up in May: 2nd May Kate Cushing is taking us to South America where she explored Patagonia and Tierra del … Read more
First of all, we want to say, “Congratulation to Murray Brown on his 50 years membership of WTMC … he has been with the club since 1962!” He joined the club during his secondary school years and today he still very much enjoys the outdoors. Also this month we say congratulation to Nigel Case who … Read more
With this newsletter, you’ve received the Winter trip schedule. Thanks to everyone who’s committed to lead a trip – you play the most crucial role in the club. Only once you have lead a trip, do you appreciate the work that goes into it. And only then can you fully appreciate being a punter. I … Read more
Three cheers for everyone who showed up for the AGM, especially those who were brave enough to participate in the informal discussion on trips, vans and the club nights. We welcome feedback on anything to do with running the club so feel free to talk to a committee member on a Wednesday night or send … Read more
A blustery Friday evening saw 12 eager punters off along State Highway 2 over the Rimutakas towards the Ruahines in Southern Hawkes Bay. 5 destined for an Easy grade walk to Sunrise Hut and 7 for the Easy Medium aiming for Top Maropea Hut. A slightly longer than expected but worthwhile wait for kebabs in … Read more