A 3 km loop track taking 2 to 3 hours to complete, at the foot of the Hunter Hills about 20 km west of Timaru.  This trip is excellent both for beginners and for those with more experience.  The track … Continue reading →

At this meeting Judy and Colin will tell us about a trip to the Thousand Acre Plateau, and maybe also (time-permitting) one across Waiau Pass. As usual we will have a round-up of recent and upcoming trips. All members are … Continue reading →

This film festival is now touring the country, and highlights some of the best national and international films of the year.  A screening will be held at the Regent Theatre, Ashburton this coming Saturday (14/9) commencing at 7:30 pm.  Ticket … Continue reading →

Enjoy a 28 km (return) ride on the recently-completed Dog Kennel Corner to Tekapo section of the Washdyke to Tekapo trailway. Bring you lunch and enjoy it beside the lake before remounting for the ride back to the starting point.  … Continue reading →

Syd Woods and Kate Jeaffreson will give a presentation at the Waihi Lodge Seniorcare Function Centre, 16 Shaw Street, Geraldine, on their recent adventure participating in South Africa's Freedom Challenge. A light supper will be provided.  There will be a … Continue reading →

For this weekend (South Canterbury Anniversary weekend) Catherine will be taking a trip up the Huxley valley, starting on Friday and finishing on Monday. Her plans are ... Friday: Walk to Huxley Forks Hut and stay the night there Saturday: … Continue reading →

This trip was originally scheduled for  14 July, but was postponed due to bad weather. Bike along the trailway from Sir Basil Arthur Park in Washdyke to Pleasant Point, and then on the recently-completed section to Cave - a total … Continue reading →

An easy (according to DoC) 3.3 km loop track through regenerating native forest, not too far from home.  Walking time is about 1.5 hours. Grade: Easy Organiser: Hazel  (03) 6882032 / 021 1705622

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A basic 4 bunk hut not far from Lake Pukaki.  Duncan Stream is past the hut, and there will be time to explore that area. Grade: Easy to Moderate Organiser: Hazel (03) 6882032 / 021 1705622