Where we've been - Tramps 2006
15 January 2006 - Puriri Grove/Komata Reef
An interesting walk through a regenerating area steeped in history.
Tramp 713, Grade A. Contact Christine 07 854 9693 wk / Janey 07 846 6995.
28/29/30 January 2006 - Kawekas
Kevin and Grant are very familiar with this area and are always sourcing new tracks for us. There are a lot of up and downs in the Kawekas, but the views are worth the effort.
Tramp 714, Grade B. Contact Kevin B 07 838 1788 / Grant 07 829 5468.
See the Photo Gallery for a photograph from this tramp.
5, 6 February 2006 - Mayor Island, Tauranga
Access is by boat and weather dependant. There is a camping area on the beach and about a 6hr walk around the island. Book in before Jan 30 as the boat will have to be booked.
Tramp 715, Grade A. Contact Wendy and Mike 09 292 7838 / Janey 07 846 6995
12 February 2006 - Sailors Grave, Tairua
We will drive a bit north of Tairua and walk down Lynch Str through a regenerating Kauri Grove, to Otara Bay and along the coast to the Sailors Grave. The tides are right!
Tramp 716, Grade A. Contact Lynne 07 855 1447 / Sheila 07 854 6960.
26 February 2006 - Wairoa Stream and Falls to Katikati
Kevin's tramps are always an adventure. Be prepared to bush bash and have fun in the Kaimai Range.
Tramp 717, Grade C. Contact Kevin C 07 870 5242 / Janey 07 846 6995.
See the Photo Gallery for a photograph from this tramp.
4, 5 March 2006 - Tongariro Crossing
Leave Hamilton from Pak and Save 2.30 pm Sat 4th March. Stay at the Oasis Motels Tokaanu. Free hot pool, $12.00 camp sites and there are cabins that sleep 3 for $17 - $20. There are plenty of camp sites but let Janey or Malcolm know as soon as possible if you would like to stay in cabins. Sunday go over Tongariro Crossing from the carpark at Mangatepopo Road end, 6 km off State Highway 47. The tramp is expected to take between 7 and 8 hours as we will be stopping to view lakes, take photos and have lunch. If the weather is perfect and there are a group of particularly fit people and some experienced members present then it is hoped some will climb Ngauruhoe and then join up with the larger group. We will return to Hamillton as soon as we have completed the crossing. Please note if weather not suitable tramp will still go ahead with an alternative walk in this area.
Tramp 718, Grade B. Contact Janey 07 846 6995 or 021 118 0480 thenolans@xtra.co.nz / Malcolm 0274 767 780.
19 March 2006 - Pirongia
John (in place of Alan) plans to take a tramp around the Peaks on Pirongia, This is a 7-8 hour tramp of many ups and downs.
Tramp 719, Grade A. Contact John S 07 843 2344 / Brett 07 856 6582.
See the Photo Gallery for a photograph from this tramp.
25, 26 March 2006 - Bream Head Walkway
Travel up Saturday and do a short walk, then on Sunday do the Bream Head walkway - at the end of Whangarei Heads. If time do the walk up Mt Manaia before returning home.
Tramp 720, Grade A. Contact Wendy and Mike 09 292 7838 / Sheila 07 854 6960.
2 April 2006 - Camel's Hump, Tapu Rd
Climb up to and over the bumps known as 'Camel's Hump and return the same way.
Tramp 721, Grade A. Contact Gail / Paul 07 825 2133 / Elizabeth 07 827 8957.
14-17 April 2006 - Easter in the Uraweras
These Easter tramps are always fun and not too difficult in the more remote areas of Te Urewera National Park. A good way to brush up on map and compass skills.
Tramp 722, Grade C. Contact Bill 07 827 1807 / John W 07 843 1446.
See the Photo Gallery for a photograph from this tramp.
29, 30 April 2006 - Piha - Pot luck dinner
Tramp 723, Grade A.
There is more to this tramp than the yummy dinner. Stay overnight in the Forest & Bird Lodge and do an interesting walk the next day.
Tramp 723, Grade A. Contact Christine 07 854 9693 wk / Janey 07 846 6995.
7 May 2006 - Karioi
Janey has been exploring different ways to transverse this small mountain overlooking the West Coast at Raglan. It could be a fun day!
Tramp 724, Grade A. Contact Janey 07 846 6995 / Hilary 07 838 2551.
20, 21 May 2006 - Whareorino, Leitches Clearing, Waikawau
This is an area we always enjoy going into. Some can do the short walk in and out to Leitches Clearing and the others do the longer walk.
Tramp 725, Grade A/B. Contact Grant 07 829 5468 / John S 07 843 2344.
3, 4, 5 June 2006 - Kawekas
Stay Friday night at Makahu Saddle Hut, Saturday night in Mackintosh Hut and Sunday night at Ballard Hut, with heaps of ups and downs in between.
Tramp 726, Grade C. Contact Grant 07 829 5468 / Val 07 849 4447.
18 June 2006 - Te Kuiti local walk
A chance to explore an area on our back doorstep that we usually drive straight through.
A medley of Te Kuiti tramps that people drive past and say "I must do that sometime". Starting with loop walk (2-3 hours) within Mangaokewa Reserve (completed November 2005 with a new swing bridge). Drive on to climb to the Historic Mission Site, back into the van to the next walk to Omaru Falls (1 hour). Depending on remaining time next options are Brook Park or Waitomo Walkways.
Ideal for first time trampers and others who want to enjoy a relaxed day.
Tramp 727, Grade A. Contact Elizabeth 07 827 8957 / David 07 870 6324.
25 June 2006 - Karamu Walkway, 4 Brothers
This is an enjoyable local walk over farmland and through regenerating bush.
Tramp 728, Grade A . Contact Anna & Michiel 07 858 3250 / David 07 870 6324
2 July 2006 - Mamakus
Isobel knows this area well and always leads a good tramp.
Tramp 729, Grade A. Contact Isobel 07 827 5925 / Christine 07 854 9693 work.
15, 16 July 2006 - Mid-Winter Xmas Potluck & tramp Bowentown
Mid winter tramp at Anderley’s in Bowentown. Plan to go over Saturday afternoon so that we can have a walk on the beach and then have the slide talk and pot-luck dinner. A van will go over – probably leave about 2 pm. Anderley will show us slides of her trip to Antarctica and also lead us on a local tramp on Sunday. Bring about 6 photos and Val will show you the art of scrapbooking.
Tramp 730, Grade A. Contact Anderley 07 863 1340 / Janey 846 6995.
30 July 2006 - Lower Kaimais, DC crash site
Be prepared for a fair bit of bush bashing and effort. Kevin C’s tramps are enjoyable but not for the faint-hearted!
Tramp 731, Grade B. Contact Kevin C 021 595 558 / Doug 07 839 1011.
See the Photo Gallery for a photograph from this tramp.
See the Photo Gallery for a second photograph from this tramp.
6 August 2006 - Pureora Forest
We have had many good tramps in this beautiful area and this is shaping to be even better.
Tramp 732, Grade A. Contact Wendy 07 872 2533 / Ruth 07 853 6532.
20 August 2006 - Wharawhara Road to Lindeman Road
We have many stream crossings, a two tiered waterfall, zig zag to top, views, beautiful bush, slips and windfalls to manouvre, old Kauri dams and steepish downhill out. A really good day. 6 hours.
Tramp 733, Grade A. Contact Lynne 07 855 1447 / Sheila 07 854 6960.
16, 17 September 2006 - Snowcraft
Always a fun weekend (weather permitting) where we can climb mountains and hone up our snowcraft skills.
The annual snowcraft tramps run by the club are more of a fun tramp out in the snow rather than serious alpine training with a focus on seeing some of the landscape under a different mantle.
Dependent on weather we normally leave Hamilton on the Friday evening and stay at Maungatepopo Hut (Tongariro) or some other suitable location. A tramp up Tongariro gives a chance to learn some basic skills and for the more confident, a tramp up Ngaruahoe. Sunday often comprises a tramp up Ruapehu, weather permitting.
Average tramping fitness required plus warm clothing, sleeping bag etc. The tramp is dependent on good weather with a final decision normally made by the Thursday before the tramp.
Tramp 734, Grade B. Contact Kevin B 07 838 1788 / Val 07 849 4447.
24 September 2006 - Wairere Falls to Aongatete
This is a delightful walk over an old Maori trail from the West to the Eastern side of the Kaimais.
Tramp 735, Grade A. Contact Janey or Malcolm 07 846 6995 / Hilary 07 838 2551.
7, 8 October 2006 - Crosby's Clearing
This is an enjoyable walk in the Coromandel are with some interesting history.
Tramp 736, Grade A. Contact Sue L 07 829 9957 / Joy 07 826 6705.
21, 22, 23 October 2006 - Ruahines
The Ruahines are always fun with the ups and downs, river crossings and tops and magnificent views. If anyone would like further details of the tramp please contact the tramp leader for a 2 page summary of the proposed tramp.
Tramp 737, Grade B. Grant 07 829 5468 / Kevin B 07 838 1788.
29 October 2006 - Broken Hills, Patons Dam
This is a good tramp with both Gold mining and Forestry history. Bring your torches and spare batteries.
Tramp 738, Grade A. Contact Lynne 07 855 1447 / Brett 07 856 6582.
11, 12 November 2006 - Cascade Caves overnight Sika Lodge
This is an area in the Kaimanawas where many of us have never been before, so we look forward to the experience.
Tramp 739, Grade A. Contact Christine 07 854 9693 wk / Sheila 07 854 6960.
26 November 2006 - Horohoro Bluff Road, Rotorua to Tokomaru / Atiamuri
Just writing the area was a bit of a challenge, so the actual tramp should be loads of fun.
Tramp 740, Grade B. Contact Vince or Janey 07 846 6995 / Isobel 07 827 5925.
See the Photo Gallery for a photograph from this tramp.
See the Photo Gallery for a second photograph from this tramp.
10 December 2006 - Pauanui to Opoutere
This is a tramp full of variety with the coast, hills and bush. Don’t forget your hat and lots of water if it’s a hot day.
Tramp 741, Grade A. Contact Gail or Paul 07 825 2133 / Fiona 07 855 8335.
29-31 December 2006 - Kapiti Is
Tramp 742, Grade A. Contact Val 07 849 4447 / Kevin B 07 838 1788