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The Club is trialling a new approach to some of our alpine trips this year. We want to avoid the work that goes into organising an alpine trip that is cancelled due to weather, and to give enthusiastic participants their best chance at getting some time on the snow. Alongside our normal fixed schedule (which … Read more
Mt Matthews from Corner Creek – Remutaka Forest Park A 2 day hiking loop trip through some adventurous terrain on the eastern side of the Remutaka Range passing over the summit of Mt Matthews With Covid-19 still limiting the club to day trips, and some of us desperate to sleep in a tent again, Tony … Read more
Wellington Tramping and Mountaineering Club Recipe Book A promotion for the WTMC recipe book. The books has many recipes for easily prepared food for camping trips into the backcountry. Can be downloaded as a printable PDF.
Our family group lucked in to the most perfect weather to go bush as Wellington’s run of perfect weather weekends continued in March for the Bushcraft 1.0 lead by the inimitable Bazza C, a super-organised, patient, knowledgeable guide. Our task was to i) pack, ii) get to the designated meeting point at iii) a particular … Read more
The good news is that along with the rest of the country we are, at this moment, breathing a sigh of relief as things have moved to a new normal. The lodge committee is preparing the lodge for what could be another busy season, be it a bit later than normal. However, we are being … Read more
Now that things are almost back to normal (at Level 1), there’s a lot more happening with the club and more planned. Club nights are running again. Come along Weds nights: 7-7.30pm (TTC Hall, 4 Moncrieff St) for a cup of tea and a chat. At 7.30pm there’s a presentation bound to get you inspired … Read more
Former WTMC club member, Terry Mumme, passed away on 22 May 2020 in Upper Hutt. Terry was active in the club in the late 60s and 70s, tramping, climbing and skiing. Members who knew Terry will remember his flamboyance and enthusiasm. As a result of multiple sclerosis, Terry lost touch with many who knew him … Read more
City to Sea and Southern Walkway The City to Sea walkway is a fun mix of urban and trail walking with great views of Wellington and even the South Island on a good day. I’d finally gotten around to doing the walk during lockdown and enjoyed it so much that when the call went out … Read more
President’s report May 2020 I hope you’re all staying safe and well, and are able to get out on some tracks now that we’re at Level 2. I’ve managed a few walks on my local steps, some with my pack and my trusty boots, and including a wonderful morning recently around the Zealandia Fenceline with … Read more
“And this is my snow saw,” said Nick, as he removed the gleaming blade from its holster. A strangely curved, unwieldy and yet hugely useful device for creating a snow cave, as I would find out later that weekend. Led by Nick H, we were a band of five who had gamely signed up for … Read more