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Just in case I have written a boring trip report and you don’t get to the end, let me put one of the concluding points at the beginning: this was Dmitry’s first time to lead a trip – and he’s a great trip leader! I admit that my opinion may have been influenced by the … Read more
Day one we all gathered at the shed, five of the team had spent the night on the shed floor, and five more made their way from Nelson early on the Thursday morning. The teams for the trip: Debbie & Elizabeth (Bob) – known as Anzac II Brendan & Katy – known as Anzac I … Read more
Leatham Conservation Area – North Raglan Range An Easter 4 day hiking loop trip through the lovely Raglan Range including a side trip to the summit of Mt Impey. We piled into the club van for the 6.15pm sailing on Thursday night, settling quickly and introducing ourselves to those we had not met before (for … Read more
First decision to be made was should we go SH1 or SH2?? Which will have less traffic and be the quickest? Majority said go SH2 so we did, although our first driver was a bit unsure as we got to some heavy traffic with a “Delay accident ahead” sign. But it all cleared very fast! … Read more
John C Bidwell, an arrogant British trader, made the first ascent of Ngauruhoe in March 1839 against the express wishes of Te Huehue the Tuwharetoa chief. Then after his climb Bidwell proclaimed to an angry Te Huehue that he was greater than the mountain god because he alone had stood on the top. Bidwell used … Read more
This being the first newsletter for the 2013 WTMC committee, we thought it fitting to introduce ourselves: Sharron Came, President My job is to ensure our club is well run and members are inspired to make the most of New Zealand’s fabulous natural environment through participating in our cool outdoor group activities and indoor social … Read more
Sharron Came, President We had our AGM earlier this month; thanks to everyone who attended and for all the positive feedback we received on the annual report. Congratulations also to the members joining the committee for the first time: Mike Phethean, Mike Gilbert and Debbie Buck. I know some of you have not managed to … Read more
Having never served on the committee before I must admit the job of being chief guide is a little daunting. Luckily the good job that Amanda has done over the last three years includes a great handover. I hope I can keep up the efficient work. The main thing I have inherited from Amanda is … Read more
Helen Law, Membership officer This month we welcome 3 new Senior members, they are Tracey Black, Ingeborg Hickey and Paul Crozier. Gema Aitken also joined us as a new Child member. Also we welcome back Stijn Scheper and Richard Young re-joining us as Senior members. The 2013/2014 membership renewal process was carried out fairly smoothly … Read more
Welcome to the Social Convenor’s corner! I’m excited about being back on committee and in this role. I’m on the hunt for speakers for Wednesday nights and I have one or two “hunters” keeping their ears to the ground to pick up speakers for me too. If you are keen to try your hand at … Read more