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2025/26 Programme

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17th January 2026: The GOAT Adventure Run

Join Rollo as he takes on the GOAT in January 2026. Its a little pricy at $259 per person but he's done it 3 times before and says it's worth every cent.
Intent is to stay at the A-Frame which makes accommodation really reasonable and is right next to the start for logistics.
Ideally looking for 1 person per 3 runners that would be keen to pick up the runners from Turoa ski field early afternoon following the run.
The course itself is about a half-marathon in distance but includes scrambling over rocks, some solid climbs, waterfalls, and (depending on rain) river crossings. All that at altitude! Tough but EPIC!
Rollo isn't planning on training much for this. What's an extra hour when you're out there enjoying the mountains anyway.
If you're interested show your interest here and get in touch with Rollo.
rolloengland@gmail.com
text: 021 056 0954

https://thegoat.co.nz/

20 February 2026: Ngatuhoa Camping

Join us for summer camping at the beautiful Ngatuhoa lodge camp site. We have exclusive use of the camp site over this weekend.

Located 400m from the main lodge facility. The campsite contains a large field of tenting, two long drop toilets, large covered bbq area, a three person cabin, outdoor fireplace with a wetback heater, a marshal heater for a hot shower & filtered drinking water.

Note there is no power or cell phone coverage on site.

The Campsite is situated on DOC land and is surrounded by several DOC marked hiking trails boasting beautiful waterfalls, ancient trees and unique wildlife. Ngatuhoa do not allow hunting to be conducted from their premises or permit users to bring their dogs with them.

Activities that are included in this booking are; Jumping and swimming hole areas, kayaking, raft building, battle pole and kayak canal areas & all hiking trails.

This trip is limited to 40 people. Bookings are $15pp per night. Please register through tours@alpinesport.org.nz.
Please include:
- whether you are a member of ASC
- your name and the number of people in your party
- the number of nights you are staying for

For further information on:
ASC visit https://www.alpinesports.org.nz/
Ngatuhoa visit https://ngatuhoa.org.nz/

15th March 2026: Tawharanui BBQ and Kiwi Spotting

Join Jonathan and Janet Hodder for a late afternoon walk in Tawharanui Regional Park followed by a BBQ tea and early evening Kiwi spotting - 8.00 to 9.00 pm.

BYO BBQ supplies and a red light for kiwi spotting.

Alternatively head up early on Saturday and spend the night.
Camp bookings via: https://www.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/en/parks-recreation/stay-at-park/find-accommodation/accommodation-details/79.html

More details to come!

27th March 2026: A-Frame Summer Adventures

Swap your snow gear for tramping boots and come enjoy the A-Frame Hut in its summer glory. Peaceful, family-friendly, and tucked away from the crowds, it’s the perfect base for exploring the mountains at a slower pace. Open to ASC members and their guests only, you might even have it all to yourself. Summer stays are just $35 per night for members, including food. Great value for families looking for an easy weekend getaway.
Things to do:
• Walk to Tama Lakes or take on the Tongariro Crossing
• Cold plunge at Tawhai Falls (Gollum’s Pool) or in the Waihonunu Stream
• Try out the climbing crags around Meads Wall and Whakapapa Gorge
• Kids can catch their own trout at the Tongariro National Trout Centre, or visit Dinosaur World in Raetihi
• Foodies, don’t miss The Station Café at National Park - 4.9 stars and set in a beautifully restored railway building

What’s on around the mountain:
• Tussock Traverse – 28 March 2026
• Ring of Fire Volcanic Ultra & Relay – 27–29 March 2026

Pack your sunnies, your tramping boots, and that book you’ve been meaning to read.
Summer at the A-Frame is about easy adventures, big views and leaving with your cup full for the year ahead. Pick up a hut key from Auckland before you go, or from Ian Seddon in Turangi. Contact bookings@alpinesport.org.nz to plan your summer stay.

3rd April 2026: Easter Camp at Lake Ōkataina

Join us for the ever popular ASC Easter Camp. Located at Camp Ngati Rongoma near Lake Okataina.
Apart from the Easter Egg hunt, bivi making and large field at the lodge near by activities include Lake Okataina, short and long bush walks, glow worms, Rotorua's thermal sights, and mountain biking tracks.

We will have space for 90 people in a variety of cabins and dorms plus space for campers as well.

Cost is $18pp per night and is to be paid in advance.

Please register your interest with tours@alpinesport.org.nz.
Please include
- name and group size
- arrival date and number of nights you want to stay
- accommodation preference (cabin, dorm, camping)

For more information please visit:
- Camp Facilities: https://campbookings.rongomai.iwi.nz/

12th April 2026: Karekare

An exploration of the recently reopened Zion Hill track down to the Parahaha Valley and return along the coast
Starting from the Karekare Beach carpark we walk Pohutakawa Glade for a short distance before the steady climb up Zion Hill to reach the ridge. We will take this at a slow pace having a morning tea stop along the way.
Then it’s down the other side all the way to the Parahaha Valley. Just before reaching the valley we will stop for lunch. There is now a very grand new boardwalk which winds its way through some magnificent kauri. It is here at a purpose built area we will have our lunch.
We then complete the remainder of Zion Hill and go directly to the coast using the sand dunes and tunnel track back to Karekare.
Total estimated time including lunch: 4.75 hours. Bring your poles if you use them.
Meet at 10 am Karekare Beach Carpark
Book with leader Linda Webber (linda.webber@xtra.co.nz or 021440711) or tours@alpinesport.org.nz

More details on future trips coming soon...

Mid-winter Possum Run held at the Waitakere Hut

RECURRING WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
Thursday Walks – Walks are held on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of every month (except January and December).

We use a separate communications list with full details of trips for those regularly taking part. If you wish to join the list and come on the walks, send us an email on the link below.

For further information or to join the list, contact Clive Bolt thursday.walks@alpinesport.org.nz.