WHATS' ON

Potential new members will need to contact the organiser for details of meeting times and locations. The leader will also be able to advise you of gear and fitness required for the trip.


TRIP PROGRAMME

Covid —Covid Passes are no longer necessary on Club activities.  Please observe all Covid restrictions in place and, if you are feeling unwell, take the precaution of staying at home. 

Remember to phone and let the leader know you plan to take part in their activity.

Cancellations—Please check the website or contact the organiser for any cancellations.  The leader has overall responsibility for the group and may cancel at their discretion.


Monday 1 August                           Dog Walk                                                Pt Chevalier    

Join me and Teddy for a stroll along the beach and local streets.                                                  All welcome to join in for an easy hour’s walk followed by a coffee.                                              

Organiser         Jan  634 4624


Wednesday 3 August                       Easy Walk                       Highbrook Parks & Paths  

This walk in the Highbrook industrial zone takes in parks and footpaths.  Approx 2.5 hours - something a little different. PLEASE RING ORGANISER PRIOR TO COMING ON THIS WALK.

Organiser         Kathy   027 556 6241


Sunday 7 August                               Moderate Walk                       Avondale –New Lynn  

Exciting New shared path.  Approx. 2 hours ending in New Lynn. From Avondale Station we will head for New Lynn on the newly opened walkway, then, via a network of walkways, finish in New Lynn for coffee, lunch, or home. We will have a short break along the way. Some road walking but mostly downhill, or flat, on paved surfaces. Bring mask and AT card for return trip. A Western train leaves Britomart at 9.24am, Newmarket at 9.35am, and Henderson at 9.29am, or parking near Avondale Station.                                                                                       

Organiser         Warwick  838 7440 or  022 067 4895


Thursday 11 August                              Tramp                              Mahurangi R. Pk ( West)

About 3 hrs + lunch. We will explore 3 of the main tracks, which could include a stream crossing (low tide at noon) so bring a towel.

Organiser         Roger   027 270 2162 /473 3320 or benj1@xtra.co.nz


Sunday 14 August                                      Moderate  Walk                                            Onehunga 
We will walk to Onehunga Beach and follow the coastal walkway to Te Papapa, then back to Jellicoe Park by streets.  Approximately 3 hours.                                                                              

Organiser      Colin  636 7555


Wednesday 17 August                                 Easy Walk                                                 Panmure 
Easy walk.  Approx 2.5 hours round Panmure Basin and surrounds. 

Organiser.  Barbara   533 7075 or 0274506012 


Saturday 20 August                                       Gadabouts                                            Henderson     All Club members are welcome. Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra - a Free concert.                 Community Classics - Snow + Ice  themed music including Vivaldi's Four   Seasons  - Winter, Finlandia by Sibelius and Let it Go from 'Frozen' sung by Jemima Park. Conductor Leonard Weiss.                 
Organiser      June  814 8717          or        022 093 8009


Sunday 21 August                             Physical & Mental Workout                   Onehunga

This is a combined event, with Thumbs Up Adventures (Mike Maran). Mike is arranging a foot rally around Onehunga.  Then we will meet back at the Blockhouse, answers will be checked and you can have your lunch.    At 1.30 Phil will run a Fun Group Quiz for both clubs.  Please e-mail Mike and/or Phil if planning to come to one/both.

Organisers     Phil 267 1260    sailouiep@gmail.com    

                        Mike    846 5350 mikemaran10@gmail.com


Thursday 25 August                              Tramp                                            Dome Walkway

We will do the Dome Forest Lookout Track to Waiwhiu Grove (large Kauris) via the Summit (336m asl) and possibly beyond if time permits. Not a loop so will retrace back to carpark. About 3 hrs + lunch + travel.                                                                               

Organiser         Roger  027 270 2162 or 47 333 20 or benj1@xtra.co.nz


Saturday 27 August                              Movie Magic                                              St Lukes

ANDRE RIEU-HAPPY DAYS ARE HERE AGAIN!  For those who want a fun-filled enjoyable experience, do join me at Event cinemas, St Luke's, at the entrance to the cinema complex by 12.50pm ( film starts at1.00pm)                                                                                                       Cost : $30. Buy your ticket online or at the cinema BEFORE the movie. No allocated seating.  Foodcourt: ground floor for a snack first or a cuppa afterwards. Just come if you want; there's no need to contact me though you're welcome to do so of course.                                 

Organiser         Vaana        blvaanal44@gmail.com                   


Sunday 28 August                                 Walk                                                     Takanini      

A pleasant walk in a fairly new area. A large park, former Army camp, swamp kauri, and new  housing, as well as a bit of history. Bring lunch.                                                                      

Organiser         Phil   267 1260   sailouiep@gmail.com


Monday 29 August                               Ryders Meal & Movie                               Avondale

This is an invite for all Club members, family & friends. Come along for a good old fashioned roast dinner, cooked long & slow in a wood fired oven range by Clint Ryder, followed by a movie in the cosy theatre.    Cost is $30pp incl. Cash on the day. Please rsvp your interest to me early. Thank you.                        

Organiser         June  814 8717    or          022 093 8009


Wednesday 31 August                         Easy  Walk                                        Cornwall Park

Lovely easy grade walk around Cornwall Pk and One Tree Hill.  Approx. 2 hours.  Please ring organiser if planning to come.                                                                                           

Organiser         Kathy   Mob 0275566241


Sunday 4 September                            Moderate Walk                     Waikumete Cemetery

This is a walk through Waikumete Cemetery the largest cemetery in New Zealand and the second largest cemetery in the Southern hemisphere. The cemetery is a beautiful place with many heritage and historic features. It has a distinctive landscape with well formed roads and facilities. There will be a small bush walk with some hill walking included. 2 hours approx.                                                        

Organiser      Alan   021 084 03221



ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

SUNDAY 11 SEPTEMBER   MT ALBERT

Our first chance to get together for our AGM after Covid cancellations.

We are fortunate to have as our Guest Speaker this year, John Walsh.  John gives a fascinating and worthwhile talk on his experiences over 40 years as a Ranger in the Waitakere Ranges.  You won’t believe some of his stories  -  definitely not to be missed.

Afternoon Tea and the AGM will follow his presentation.

Venue              Ferndale Community House, 830 New North Road, Mt Albert

Time                Arrive after 1.30pm so that we can all be seated by 2pm for our

                        Guest Speaker