Alpine Trips

Alpine trip participants are required to read and comply with WTMC alpine policies (available here).

ALPINE SEASON 2024

We are trialing a slightly different approach to alpine trip sign-ups this year. Participants will be required to complete two types of forms:

  • A 2024 season registration form, which will include all information about participant skills and experience for the season. This will be shared with all alpine trip leaders to organise Club trips. REGISTER HERE.
  • An online sign up form for each alpine trip the participant wants to attend; where they will register their interest and be made aware of route and risks + experience, skills and gear required for each trip. CHECK THE SCHEDULE TO SIGN-UP.

We are hoping this will streamline the process and avoid having to answer the same questions multiple times, while still having the details required to assess participants and organise safe alpine trips.

Fixed Alpine Trip Schedule

Scroll down the page to find out more information about the WTMC ‘Flexible Alpine Schedule’, which is for “short notice” trips to enable more alpine trips to go ahead and more club members to get out and practice their skills.

For all trips, go to main trip page…

Alpine schedule for the 2024 season

CHECK THE MAIN SCHEDULE TO SIGN-UP.

Flexible Alpine Trip Schedule

The Flexible Alpine Schedule is based on using a Wednesday weather forecast to pinpoint where the best weather conditions are for that weekend, and then plan an alpine trip in that area. These “short notice” trips are to enable more alpine trips to go ahead and more club members to get out and practice their skills.

Flexible schedule for the 2024 season

TBA. Please contact the chief guide if you would like to lead an alpine trip.

As with tramping trips, Trip Leaders have the right to refuse people on trips if they are unsure about their capabilities. This is even more important in an alpine environment, where the risks and consequences are often more serious. 

To register your interest for a trip, please email the address in column F by 12pm the Wednesday before the trip. Please include in that email:

  • Any relevant medical conditions
  • Any relevant dietary requirements 
  • If you have a cooker/gas you are willing to bring
  • If you have a car you are willing to bring
  • If you have a tent for alpine camping and how many it can sleep
  • Confirmation you can meet the trip leader’s requirements (see column E)
  • If you do not know the leader, a short description of your alpine experience
  • An emergency contact person
  • A cell phone number if the leader needs to get hold of you urgently

The Trip Leader or Facilitator will email you by 6pm Wednesday evening to let you know if you need to pick up any club gear.

They will also email you as soon as they are able to let you know:

  • The trip plan (or that the trip is cancelled due to weather)
  • Gear and food requirements/allocations
  • Any costs you are required to pay before the trip departs

It is up to you to be watching your emails and be responsive to Trip Leader or Facilitator directions and deadlines from the Wednesday onwards. The Trip Leader or Facilitator will not chase you if they do not hear from you.

Getting ready for a club alpine trip