AUTC News

A Few Track Updates...

Kat — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 18:09:47 +0000

Te Henga Walkway – Bethells bridge:

The bridge adjacent to the car park at the bethells end of the Te Henga Walkway was damaged in a recent flood event. The bridge was closed for a Short time however the Department has undertaken minor repair works to ensure it is safe to cross. Further repairs will take place in the new year to brign the bridge back into line. In the mean time proceed with caution and call the doc hotline to report any safety concerns on( 0800 dochot)

Goldie Bush Walkway upgrade works:

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

robconnolly — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 21:23:40 +0000

Hi Everyone,

As Website Officer and on behalf of all the committee I'd just like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Safe New Year!

I'm going away over the new year, so if you have problems with the site please be aware that I may not get back to you right away. Having said that, please still contact me on website [at] autc [dot] org [dot] nz.

Cheers,

Rob
AUTC Website Officer

first aid info for summer

Anton Gulley — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 22:58:35 +0000

here is an email i received

Anton
gullant [at] gmail [dot] com

updates of Backcountry huts removed and not available for accomodation

Charis — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 21:45:51 +0000

Hello everyone!

I have attached an updated list of backcountry huts that are removed and not available for accomodation! some of the huts appear on the maps, but are actually no longer exist..so do consult DOC visitor centre or etc before you go!

happy tramping!

cheers,
Charis

Results of the AUTC Photo of the Year Competition!!

Charis — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 21:57:33 +0000

Hello Trampers!

So, the AUTC Photo of the Year Competition is now over! Thank you soooo much for entering the competition!

Congratulations to the winners!

Best Scenic Photo of the Year winner: Lake Daniells by Keri Yukich
"Good use of portrait, like the mist, sharp and well exposed" commented by Shaun Barnett.
Runner-up: Lake Daniells (2) by Keri Yukich
"Good composition, moody conditions" commented by Shaun Barnett

Most Hilarious Photo of the Year winner: Business as usual by Erik Tomsen

Track update: Closure of the Pouakai circuit

Charis — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 23:01:17 +0000

Hello everyone,

Pouakai Circuit is closed until further notice. The swing bridge on the Kaiauai Track section has been washed out.

Trampers can still walk from North Egmont via Holly Hut to Pouakai Hut but must return the same way or exit via the Mangorei Track and arrange transport.

So, please be aware of that if you are heading to that area. :)

Thanks

Cheers,
Charis

A bit of shameless self promotion

Rion — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:14:22 +0000

Hi all
As many of you know andy and I are conducting an epic 72 day trip up the Alps. If you want to keep an eye on how things are going watch talesfromthebiv.blogspot.com
cheers
Rion

Goldie's Bush Track Upgrades

Kat — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 20:29:44 +0000

Hey all....

Received this a few days ago. If you're planning trips there, be aware that you won't be able to access all of the tracks.

"Upgrade works have begun on the Constable Road End of the walkway.
The planned works includes the upgrade of the track from the Constable Road end to the Mokoroa Stream crossing including the
installation of a new bridge across the Mokoroa stream. The planned works also includes the installation of a new carpark and a small toilet facility at this road end.

Peak Safety course

Anton Gulley — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:00:13 +0000

Hay everyone.

here is a course or two that you may be intested in.

PreHospital Emergency Care, 5 Days, Rotorua, November 9th-13th

PreHospital Emergency Care Refresher, Rotorua, November 12th-13th

Outdoor First Aid, 2 Days, OPC, December 7th-8th

First Aid Refresher, OPC, December 7th

PreHospital Emergency Care, 5 Days, Auckland, January 4th-8th

PreHospital Emergency Care Refresher, Auckland, January 7th-8th

look at
www.peaksafety.co.nz
for more info

Weekend tramps in the Kaimai Ranges.

Jane Dudley — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 07:34:30 +0000

Weekend tramps in the Kaimai ranges.

If you are interested in the new guide book to the Kaimai ranges, see below for how to get hold of one:

Weekend Tramps in the Kaimai Ranges details 22 weekend
tramps, ranging from easy to hard.

It includes detailed hand drawn maps and directions to long lost cullers tracks and huts such as Hurunui hut, with many original colour photos.

Convenient A5 size, 141 pages.
Price $29.50 plus $3.20 P@P

Send to:

Anne Dudley C/-
Ultralight Tramping Shop
P.O. Box 80209
Green Bay
Auckland

Please make cheques out to: Anne Dudley