We will meet at our usual venue (Church Street Bible Chapel Hall, corner Church Street and Avenue Road, Timaru), starting at 7:30 pm. Our guest speaker will be Tia Matchitt from Environment Canterbury, who will be telling us what we … Continue reading →

This hut is up past the top end of Lake Ohau, and is situated in the valley to the south of the Ohau Ski Field.  It is about 10 km to the hut from the road, taking around 4 to … Continue reading →

Our monthly meeting will be held on Monday 12 May, at the usual place (Church Street Bible Chapel Hall, corner Church Street and Avenue Road, Timaru), starting at 7:30 pm. This month Judy will be telling us about trips on … Continue reading →

This is an interesting area not too far from Timaru.  The main track is 8 km return, easy-going, and takes about 3 hours. It crosses varied countryside - river, native bush, open country, rocky outcrops and some forestry - and … Continue reading →

A nice stroll from the former Te Kiteroa site to the White Horse, for great views over Waimate and the surrounding countryside. Grade: Easy Organiser: Wayne 027 9206638

This trip was cancelled due to adverse weather.  It will be held at a later date (not yet set). Grade: Easy Organiser: Wayne 027 9206638

At our monthly meeting for June, Catherine will be telling us about a recent trip in the Wilkin River area near Makarora.  We will also have our usual round-up of recent and upcoming trips, along with hot drinks and bikkies … Continue reading →

This trip was cancelled, and replaced by one to Rex Simpson Hut. Organiser: Ben 027 388 0671

This hut is owned by Alpine Recreation but is available this weekend.  It is near the top end of Lake Tekapo.  You can find details of the hut on the Alpine Recreation website. This trip replaces the previously-advertised one to … Continue reading →

The intention for this day is to walk some of the shorter walks in this area (e.g. Rata Falls, Emily Falls, Dennistoun Bush). Grade: Easy Trip Organiser: Hazel 021 1705622 / 6882032