Ferratering on Takaka Hill, Kahurangi NP, 22 Mar 2026

The first trip planned to the Via Ferrata (VF) prior to Xmas was cancelled due to unsuitable weather. In the meantime, the third and more challenging stage of the VF was completed and opened. So our adventure became even bigger and better! Saturday was...

Mt Evans from Canaan Downs, Abel Tasman NP, 15 Mar 2026

Ever wanted to climb the biggest peak in our smallest national park? Mt Evans is a worthy destination rising above our most popular national park, but is seldom visited, as the track over the summit was closed long ago. From the heights of Takaka Hill,...

St Arnaud Tarn Camp, Nelson Lakes NP, 7 Mar 2026

Fine weather was forecast. Most club members had ‘already been there, done that,’ so my challenge was finding folks to join me on my inaugural exploration of the St Arnaud Range. Graeme was invaluable in providing a vehicle, reliable navigation, and...

Gordon’s Knob, Richmond FP, 22 Feb 2026

With Tim and Steve coming from near Tapawera and the rest from Nelson/Richmond we all met at the start of the forestry road up to Inwood Lookout (where Stock and Bateup Roads join) at a comfortable 8.30 am. The seven of us consolidated into two...

Cobb Lakes Camping loop, Kahurangi NP, 14 Feb 2026

Day 1: Car park to Diamond Lake via lake Lockett, 11kms, 6hrs The best weather window was chosen so the trip would go from Saturday to Monday. Astrid did a great job organising the carpooling with twelve people from all over the region meeting at Mrs...