Moeraki.

Moeraki – Information and Trips Library


5. 2 February 2022. Combined trampers and hikers. Moeraki. Leaders Valerie Bell & Barbara Shackell, Jay Devlin & Bob Mitchell.

Twenty-eight intrepid beachcombers met together at an overcast Hampden Beach having carpooled up that morning – or camped overnight – and immediately had morning tea.

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Getting ready to start out (photo & caption John)

Low tide was 10.54am which permitted walking along the shore including around the rocky headlands for those who preferred, or joining the Millennium Track before the headlands and enjoying the bush area through into Moeraki Village.

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Life’s a beach (photo & caption John)
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Stunning views (photo & caption Helen)
2 Feb Barbara Millenium Walkway
Millennium Walkway (photo & caption Barbara)

A third option was for those who might have wanted a shorter walk to just go as far as they felt comfortable with, and to meet back at the carpark in time to join everyone for afternoon tea at Vanessa’s on SHI in Hampden village.

Some interesting rock formations were seen along the way and not all of them boulder formation.

2 Feb Moeraki John new boulder emerging
New boulder emerging (photo & caption John)

It was a beautiful day for the walk, not being too sunny and therefore hot, and not being so cool as to be unpleasant to sit in the playground area for lunch.

2 Feb Lunch stop at the Moeraki Village playground (1)
Lunch stop at the Moeraki Village playground (photo & caption Barbara)
2 Feb Moeraki Barbara View from lunch stop across Moeraki Harbour
View from lunch stop across Moeraki Harbour (photo & caption Barbara)
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Lunch spot at Fleurs on the grass for 7 of us (photo & caption Helen)
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So many trampers! I’ve become ambivalent to them (photo & caption John)

At least one leader had assumed that the leading bunch of four women – who took to the headlands as though they were born to it – would continue past the two open eating establishments, past the now closed Fleurs, and up the Millennium Track to the lookout on the Hill above the bay.  That leader was mistaken, as she discovered, with the miscreants arriving back at the playground having eaten their Tavern bought Fish & Chips without taking the trek to the lookout!

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Beautiful beach (photo & caption John)

After lunch, we straggled out along the beach to return to the cars and enjoy an efficiently produced afternoon tea at Vanessa’s.  Thanks to Dave R for the suggestion.

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John’s afternoon tea (photo & caption Ady)

Depending on the fitbit or app relied on, we walked between 12-14 km.

Leaders: Jay, Bob, Valerie & Barbara


4. 2018-08-01. All. Bus trip. Moeraki. Leaders: Adrienne and Bev.

Report Combined Bus Trip – Moeraki 1/8/18

45 outdoor seekers got on the bus at Mosgiel to head to Moeraki for the club’s annual combined bus trip.

We started at the lookout at Moeraki …

Debussing at Moeraki. (Clive pic and caption.)
Where we are going… (Clive pic and caption.)

… and wandered down the Millennium track with great views of the sea and Moeraki Bay.  The first seal sighting included a baby seal which was eagerly photographed.  A Crested shag was also seen. It was a short wander down to the surrounds of the famous Fleur’s Restaurant.  Here morning tea was partaken …

Morning tea at Fleur’s Restaurant. (Clive pic and caption.)

 

 

 

 

 

… with lovely views of the fishing boats (known for catching blue cod) in the bay. It was a cool start but gradually the cloud cleared and the sun warmed us up.

The track followed the shoreline through trees and shrubs. On one part of the track the big slump in Moeraki was very evident which has affected some roads and properties.

We then walked down onto the beach, the tide being low, and some walkers seeing what seemed like a leopard seal. It was a pleasant walk 2km up the beach to the Moeraki Boulders.  According to Maori legend the boulders represent eel baskets and food that was spilled from the loss of Arai-te-uru, one of the large canoes that came from distant Hawaiki. The Boulders are concretions consisting of mud , fine silt and clay , cemented by calcite. 

After a number of photographs …

Dave I’ll just move this boulder, (Clive pic and caption.)
Oops…… (Clive pic and caption.)

… some of the group headed up to Hampden beach. Erosion by the sea was very evident along the low cliffs.

Lunch was had along the beach some near the boulders …

Adi pic.

…and others at the picnic tables at Hampden Beach.

The trampers lunch at Hampden. (Clive pic and caption.)

The lure of big double icecreams at the store was too much for some.

Well deserved treat!!! (Dave pic and caption.)

They were sampled with smiles as we walked back.

We all met up at the Boulders’ carpark around 2pm and then headed down to Shag point.  The drive in was past icon kiwi cribs, some originally belonging to coal miners of the past, to the boat ramp.  We had a wander around the area seeing more lazing seals. There was an old coal mine that used to operate in the cliffs. This was where, years ago, Mollie went to the local school at the age of 5. At that time when the mine was operating the school had a roll of 80.  10 years later when she left the school, it only had 18 students.  The mine closed in the early 70’s and had shafts running underground beneath the sea as well as inland.

It was then back on the bus, with a group of great people for the trip home. Some feeling very relaxed after some good sea air!!

Thanks to President Jill for her superb organisation.

Dave M


3. 15/12/1997. Tenth Anniversary Dinner, Moeraki. People pics.

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Sylvia Williams, Win Gibson, Audrey Heenan, Les Smith, Nancy Strang, Margaret Deuchrass, Margaret Smith, Who? Mary Maxwell, Les Wiffin, Peg Chisholm, Les Winefield, Mavis Winefield, Bev McIntosh, Barbara McCCabe, Don McCabe?
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Eric Bennett, Bev Harvey, Joan Hobbs, Elizabeth Haggie, Dot Bennett, George Haggie

 

 

 

Mavis
Murray and Eleanor Watt, Ngaire and Doug Moir
Nancy
Sylvia William, Nancy Strang, Margaret Deuchrass, Peg Chisholm, Frank Weedon, Win Gibson, Shirley, Ngaire Moir
Margaret and the two Bevs
Margaret Smith, Bev McIntosh, Bev Harvey
Wndy
Les and Margaret Smith, Wendy Bathgate
Eleanor Watt, Les and Margaret Smith, Bev Harvey
Geo
George Haggie, Mavis Winefield, Les Winefield, Eric Bennett.
Dot
Dot Bennett, Joan Hobbs, Colleen Gamble
Bab
Barbara McCabe, Cath and Lex Donaldson
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Nelson and Dot Taiaroa
Murray
Murray and Eleanor Watt
Maru
Les Wiffin, Mary Maxwell
Bob
Bob and Audrey Heenan
Ray
Bev and Ray Harvey
Bev and Ivan
Bev and Ivan McIntosh

 

 

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Peter Bathgate

2. Friday 22/9/1992 – Sunday 23/9/1992. Moeraki Motor Camp. 23 attended. Leaders: Bob & Audrey


1. 22-23/9/1989. Moeraki Motor Camp. Leaders:  Bob & Audrey. 24 attended this weekend camp. Everyone had a great time and Audrey and Bob were thanked for a job well done.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

20th Anniversary Celebration

George & Daphne cut the cake
George & Daphne cut the cake

Wednesday 5 March 2008 was the 20th Anniversary of the Taieri Recreational Tramping Club, and to celebrate such an important occasion, President Peter welcomed over 70 members who sat down to a hearty lunch at the Mosgiel Railway Station. Everyone tucked in to roast beef, pork, stuffed chicken and lots of vegetables followed by pavlova, sticky pudding, fruit salad etc. A very kiwi lunch. Doug M piped in the anniversary cake, which was cut by life members George and Daphne. Speeches by founding members of the club were appreciated as reminiscences about amusing incidents from past tramps and camps were remembered.

The entertainment followed started off by The Entwistle ensemble, Evelyn and Bob entertaining us with Gaelic songs and music on harp and treble recorder. Very harmonious and soothing music. Then the 4 tramping-mates rolled along to a catchy romp along the track. This was very popular and got everyone in the mood for a good sing-along with Bruce on guitar and Ian on keyboard leading the way. A most enjoyable way to spend the day (even if it was not as healthy as a good tramp). – Tash

In addition, Peter wrote a song performed at the 20th Anniversary:

FOUR JOLLY TRAMPING MATES

Chorus:
We’re four jolly tramping mates, as you can all see:
There’s Les Smith, Ray Wiggins, Ian Fleming, and Me,
Enjoying our freedom-years, maintaining our health:
That’s Les Smith, Ray Wiggins, Ian Fleming, and Self.

We meet in the carpark where Pat marks the roll;
Then it’s off to the start of our pre-recced stroll –
Perhaps down the Silverstream – to the river and back –
Or a slog up the rocky slope of the Steve Amies track.

Chorus …

When we reach a tricky fence, our hearts start to thump,
For we know that our girls will need a hand on the rump.
And when they are safely through, we give a wee smile …
For just down the fence a bit we’ve spotted a style.

Chorus …

Our lunch-times are happy hours; of that there’s no doubt;
No subject is sacred when Joyce Shaw is about.
With sandwiches eaten and many jokes told,
It’s back on the track again before we get cold.

Chorus …

We’re four jolly tramping mates, but now there are three
For Ian’s dived behind a bush for his half-hourly pee.
We all look the other way for the time that it takes.
We know he’ll be back with us in a couple of shakes.

Chorus …

And now we are home again, our joints stiff and sore
But we all know that next week we’ll be back for more,
Enjoying our freedom years, maintaining our health –
That’s Les Smith, Ray Wiggins, Ian Fleming and Self.

We’re four jolly tramping mates, as you can all see:
There’s Les Smith, Ray Wiggins, Ian Fleming, and Me.
We’re four jolly tramping mates, four jolly tramping mates are we:
That’s Les Smith, Ray Wiggins, Ian Fleming, and Me.

Reception Photos

 

Pat and Doreen
Pat and Doreen
Dot and Joan
Dot and Joan
Pat and Shirley
Pat and Shirley
Graham
Graham
Pam and Mary Y
Pam and Mary
Ken and Peter
Ken and Peter
Diana, Mavis and Peter
Diana, Mavis and Peter
Lesley and Evelyn
Lesley and Evelyn
Bill & Lesley
Bill & Lesley
Joan C and Margaret S
Joan C and Margaret S
Ted
Ted
Bob M
Bob M
Nelson & Dot
Nelson & Dot
Nelson & Dot enlarged
Nelson & Dot enlarged

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Barbara & Arthur
Barbara & Arthur
Neil and Ken
Neil and Ken
George & Elizabeth
George & Elizabeth
Audrey & Bob
Audrey & Bob
Nel v H
Nel v H
Barbara M
Barbara M
Lois & Lance
Catherine and Ria
Catherine and Ria
Jean Y
Jean Y
Muriel
Margaret & Les
Margaret & Les
Margaret B
Bev & Ivan
Bev & Ivan
Lesley G
Lesley G
Mavis
Mavis
Mary & Les
Mary & Les
Bill & Pat
Bill & Pat
Betty
Betty
Bruce & Marjorie
Bruce & Marjorie
Tash
Tash
Leoni
Leoni
Margaret and June
Margaret and June
Sabina
Sabina
Les, Peg, Bob, Peg, George and Daphne
Life Members: Les, Peg, Bob, Peg, George and Daphne
Doug & Ngaire
Doug & Ngaire
Gaelic music by Evelyn & Bob
Peg A and Frances
Peg A and Frances
Bruce and Ian lead singing
Bruce and Ian lead singing
Bev H
Bev H
Peter, Ian, Shirley, Ray and Les
Tramping Mates Peter, Ian, (Shirley accompanying), Ray and Les
Lex
Lex
Shirley accompanies Tramping Mates
Shirley accompanies Tramping Mates
The Birthday Cake
The Birthday Cake
Bob E
Bob E
Group Photo
Group Photo

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