Participants are to put their name & contact details on the trip list at meetings or contact the Trip Leader prior to the trip.

Please do not turn up unexpectedly

By partipating on a trip you are agreeing that any photos taken can be used on either this Website, Facebook or Instagram unless advised to the contrary.  You also need to have read​​​​​  the Club's

Safety Management Guide which is under General Info tab above, 

and "ICE" (In Case of Emergency) forms filled in and carried it with you.

2026​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

June - Saturday 27th - Mid Winter Potluck Xmas Dinner (S/D) 

Midwinter Potluck Christmas dinner will be held at 6 pm at 84 Woodlands Morton Mains Road Invercargill.  Please bring along a Christmas themed dish to share as well as whatever beverage you are partial to.  Children and partners are welcome. Cutlery and crockery supplied.

              RSVP by 25 June 2026 to Sandra either by text (0272 113 125)

             or email loxwood@xtra.co.nz

July - Sunday 5th - Mores Coastal Loop Track Riverton (D/E)

This is an easy walk down from the Reserve to the coastline. (Approximately 2 hours). It can be steep in places and a bit slippery if wet so wear sturdy shoes or boots. Family Friendly.  Meet at Feldwick Gates at 1 pm to organise car pooling etc. Cut off Date 3 July

                     Contact Sandra 0272 113 125 or loxwood@xtra.co.nz

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July - Wednesday 8th - Club Meeting 

July - Friday 10th-Sunday 12th - Moturau Hut (E/O)

This is an easy overnight tramp.  Walk in Friday (Matariki) Possible walk up to Rock shelter on the Saturday and return out on Sunday.  Bring all your own gear suitable for a winter tramp.  You may also be asked to carry a small parcel of firewood as well.  This is a family friendly trip.

                            Contact Barbara 021 217 2423

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​July - Saturday 18th-Sunday 19th - Jane Peak (F/O)

Ascent to Jane Peak at 2022m, the highest peak in Eyre Mountains. A high level of fitness is required and you will need crampons, ice axe and tent.

18th - Leave invercargill at 8am, drive to airstrip on Mt Nicolas road. Head down Gorge Burn to the lake where we will camp. This will be wild camping and there will be no toilet facilities.

19th - Get up about 7am and start ascent to Jane Peak. Then return to camp site, pack up and head back to car at airstrip and return to Invercargill that night.

Bad weather alternative will be Forks Hut.

               Contact Mathew 0273738832        
                duggan.mathew@gmail.com 

July - Sunday 19th - Castledowns (D/W) listed by Rural Women

              Contact Ann I 027 656 9319

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August - Wednesday 12th - Club Meeting - Photo Competition

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September - Wednesday 9th - Club Meeting

October - Friday 2nd-Sunday 4th - Rakiura Challenge (V/O/M)

                     Contact Anne 0274 804 995

October - Wednesday 14th - Club Meeting AGM

October - Friday 16th-Sunday 18th - Homer Hut (V/O/M)

Volunteers are required to assist with rebaiting traps in the Gertrude Valley and Homer areas.  Leave Invers some time on Friday and returning around Sunday tea time.  

                      Contact Anne 0274 804 995

November - Wednesday 11th - Club Meeting

December - Wednesday 9th Club Meeting

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January 2027 – Thursday 7^th – Wednesday 13^th – Bike Trip (O/B) - Timaru Area

The trip is limited to 25 participants with bikes, with a waiting list, as plans can change for people during the year.

Accommodation for 7^thto 12^th January inclusive (6 nights).

Travel 7^th to Timaru, home 13^th with five biking days.

The base will be the Timaru Top 10 Holiday Park, phone 0800 242 121.

• Please book your own accommodation. 
• Book now as this is a busy holiday period.
• You may like to share. 
• If anyone is looking for someone to share accommodation with, please let me know.

Transport and other associated costs should be approx. $275 - $325 per person including a shared meal on the first night.  Other evening meals at arranged venues, but at your own cost.  Bring your own breakfasts and lunches.  PakNSave very close. 

Deposit of $150 required by 20^th May, with the balance due end of October and a reminders will be sent.

Biking Areas – Order not yet set.

Hakataramea Valley

McKenzie Pass – Tekapo

Timaru, Temuka- Pleasant Point – Cave – Timaru

Timaru waterfront tracks one way or return

Timaru – Pleasant Point - Geraldine

Please contact me to book your place, bookings open today.

Contact Ian ph 027 232 0138 or

              Email iahesmith@gmail.com.

                                                CLASSIFICATION

(D) Day Trip                         (S)  Social                              (B) Biking

(E)  Easy 1-4 hours             (K) Kayaking                         (I)  Instructional

(M)  Medium 4-8 hours     (W) Track Maintenance/Planting                      

(F)  Fit 8-24hrs                    (V) Volunteer (stoat trapping)       

(O)  Overnight                     (V)  Marshalling at Events

                                                        CLUB RULES

The  Trip Leader, President or Club Captain has the right to refuse the inclusion of any person who, in their opinion, is physically unfit, has not sufficient experience, or has not adequate equipment. 

​​​​​​​Listing of a name for a trip will commit a person to pay the full transport cost plus food. Refund only by written application to the Committee.

This trip list is subject to alteration.

Trip leaders will advise when and where trips depart from.

                                                  DELAYED TRIPS

Should a party be late returning, inquiries can be made to Emergency Contact Person nominated by the Trip Leader or the Club Captain.

                                                        GEAR LIST

Check with Trip Leader or contact any Committee member regarding the minimum gear requirements  or check under General Info on website.