Tramp List

The list of tramps that are planned for the next period - up to about six months in advance. Contact the Tramp Leader to book in for the tramp - preferably by the closing date. However late enquiries are considered if there are places still available.

28 February 2010 - Hakarimata

We will begin at the Kauri tree walk at the northern end of the Parker Road track, north of Ngaruawhia. We walk past a large kauri grove. This loops around with wide views north to Huntly, the Hakarimata range and the scenic reserve, where 1602 hectares of public land have been set aside. All birds, native animals, plants and geological formations are protected in the reserve. The tops and ridges contain occasional large rimu and rata over abundant tawa and kohekohe, and frequent hinau, rewarewa, mangeao and pukatea, with pockets of miro, Hall's totara and tanekaha. Of special interest are scattered kauri.

We walk right through to the Waingaro Hot Springs Road. Malcolm is moving the van around so he will pick us up at the Southern end of the track. It should take approximately 7 hours with stops for photos and lunch.

Tramp 839, Grade A. Book in by 23 February 2010. Cost $20. Contact Janey 021 728 650 / Malcolm 021 502 116, 07 846 6995, thenolans@xtra.co.nz.

7 March 2010 - Tiritiri Matangi Island

A summer visit to the island this time as we usually go in the spring. Many short walks and amazing views. Take your togs. Note the early booking date.

Tramp 840, Grade A. Book in by 23 February 2010. Cost $20 plus boat costs. Contact Sue 021 1915 999 / 07 847 5363 wk / Clare 07 839 8652 wk.

19 March 2010 to 23 March 2010 - Canoe the Whanganui River

Kevin has not done this for a couple of years and needs to keep up his skills. 5 days canoeing down the river is a good way to do this.

Tramp 841, Grade A. Book in by 9 March 2010. Cost $100 plus approx $150 which includes kayak, hut passes and pick up. Contact Kevin B 07 838 1788 / Clare, Don 07 839 8652 wk.

27 March 2010 - Tramp Planning

Tramp Planning for next 6 months. Meeting at Val's place on Saturday at 2 pm. All ideas, suggestions, volunteers to lead or co-lead tramps welcome for the months Jun - Dec 2010, the more the merrier! If you're not able to come along on the day but would like to have some input please contact any committee member. If you can make it that's great, see you there.

Saturday. Contact Val 07 849 4447 / .

28 March 2010 - Echo Lake, Rainbow Mountain and Kerosene Creek

A nice day trip covering these areas near Rotorua.

Tramp 842, Grade A. Book in by 23 March 2010. Cost $20. Contact Adrienne 07 855 1447 / 021 231 7965 / Louise 07 846 9373.

2 April 2010 to 5 April 2010 - Easter in Te Urewera National Park

Another enjoyable trip in this area. Lots of river walking and tenting with beautiful bush and birdlife.

Tramp 843, Grade C. Book in by 30 March 2010. Cost $80. Contact John W 07 843 1446 / Bill 07 827 1807.

11 April 2010 - Wentworth Valley, Whangamata

Adrienne has found a new track for us in this beautiful area.

Tramp 844, Grade A. Book in by 6 April 2010. Cost $20. Contact Sheila 07 854 6960 / Adrienne 07 855 1447 / 021 231 7965 / Lorna 07 855 6979.

24 April 2010 to 25 April 2010 - Broken Hills to Paton Dam (extended day)

Travel to Hikuai on Saturday afternoon, camp and explore the area. On Sunday, walk through the historic mining area through to Paton Dam and back. Torches necessary.

Tramp 845, Grade B. Book in by 20 April 2010. Cost $20 plus $9 camp fee. Contact Val 07 849 4447 / Isobel 07 827 5925.

9 May 2010 - Lake Rotoiti / Hongi’s Track, Rotorua

An interesting walk with the usual ups and downs in an area steeped in history.

Tramp 846, Grade A. Book in by 4 May 2010. Cost $20. Contact Isobel 07 827 5925 / Vince 07 855 9997.

10 May 2010 Monday - AGM

At 7.30 pm. Lone Star Restaurant (back room), Victoria Street, Hamilton.

Contact Val 07 849 4447 / .

30 May 2010 - Two Maori Canoes

Everyone thoroughly enjoyed this trip last time in the Maratoto area, so we are going back.

Tramp 847, Grade A. Book in by 25 May 2010. Cost $20. Contact Sheila 07 854 6960 / Val 07 849 4447.

13 June 2010 - Waihaha River

A lovely return walk up the Waihaha River to the hut for lunch and home again.

Tramp 848, Grade A. Book in by 8 June 2010. Cost $20. Contact Lynne 07 855 1447 / Sue 07 856 5480.