A 15 km out and back trip from the intake at the beginning of the Rangitata Diversion Race. The track initially climbs up the face of a river terrace.  From then on the going is relatively easy-going and offers good … Continue reading →

We will meet at our usual venue - Church Street Bible Chapel Hall, corner Church Street and Avenue Road, Timaru - starting at 7:30 pm. This month we will hear from Wayne about his recent trip to the Land of … Continue reading →

Acland Shelter is about half-way along the track that runs across the South Face of Mt Somers. From the carpark at the Staveley end of the track, walk to the shelter (for lunch?), then return to the carpark.  This will … Continue reading →

Follow the Opihi River from Fairlie, walking towards Kimbell.  Walk as far as you want to, then return to the starting point. Grade: Easy Organiser: Hazel 03 6882032 / 021 1705622

Start on the Mt Nimrod Scenic Reserve track, then follow the easement to the top. This will be a long day and will involve quite a bit of uphill walking, so a good level of fitness and endurance will be … Continue reading →

A six bunk hut in the hills behind Oxford.  Tents will be taken in case the hut is full. More information coming in the future!  In the meantime please contact Barry for further details. Grade: Moderate Organiser: Barry 03 6885320 … Continue reading →

A couple of easy-going short walks near Waimate, suitable for all levels of fitness. Meet at the Aorangi Stadium car park at 9:00. We should be back in the early afternoon, but bring your lunch - we will have it … Continue reading →

This is a 12 km loop, but another 11 km return trip to/from the Ashburton River north branch can be added, giving a total of about 23 km riding. We will start near Methven cemetery, bike through stands of exotic … Continue reading →

The following is an outline of what is intended.  For further information please contact Catherine, as below. Thursday 6/11: Drive to Cardrona. Walk from Tuohys Gully carpark to Meg Hut and stay the night there. (7 km, 2 to 3 … Continue reading →

This month, we move outdoors and will meet in Centennial Park, Timaru, for a walk round some of the tracks in the Scenic Reserve. Meet at the car park beside the lake at 7:30 pm and we will decide then … Continue reading →