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McIntosh Road
13/8/2008. Hikers. River Road, Brighton. Easy. Leaders: Graham, Lesley S.
23/4/2008. Hikers. Brighton. McIntosh Road, Fultons. Medium. Leaders: Dot , Chris.
29/4/1998. McIntosh Road to Fultons, Browns, Big Stone Road to beach and back to cars. Leaders: Joan H, Doug M.
7/4/1993. McIntosh Road. Return Big Stone Road and Beach. Medium. Leaders: George, Eric & Dot, Joan H
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Street Walk: Wakari
9/7/2008 Street Walk: Wakari
What a beautiful day and absolutely perfect for our Street Walk round the Wakari area. The 13 Hikers who met to make the most of the warm sunny day parked their cars at the southern end of Helensburgh Rd, by the back entrance of Wakari Hospital, and set off down Hood St. Only a short walk before getting to our morning tea spot which was Dean St. Reserve. As the Reserve had no seats and was rather muddy and wet we sat on the footpath! Very pleasant in the sun. Then we set off, and with my co-leader, I took everyone on a real tour of discovery round streets and areas that most had never been. Lovely views.
Out to sea, over Kaikora Valley, Roslyn and Mornington and then after lunch, over the other way to Flagstaff and Three Mile Hill. We eventually arrived at Mayfield Reserve, a lovely childrens play ground at the back of Wakari School, which proved a very suitable & agreeable place to enjoy our lunch break. We soaked up the warmth the sun and made the most of the ‘amenities’!
From there it was another zigzag through a few more streets and walkways, back to the cars. Everyone agreed they had had an enjoyable and enlightening day, especially in such perfect weather. – Bev
Leaders: Bev H, Bev M
Whare Flat
23/4/2008. Trampers. Whare Flat circuit. Medium. Leaders: Ria, Hazel.
7/11/2007. Both. Whare Flat from Pumphouse. Easy. Leaders: Joyce, Lesley G.
29/8/2007. Hikers. Whare Flat. Easy. Leaders: Bob and Evelyn.
16/8/2005 Whare Flat Circuit Leaders: Margaret D, Betty B
24/5/2000. Whare Flat area. Leaders: Jack and Rosemary, Mavis.
McIntosh Rd from Brighton to Fulton’s Bush.
23/4/2008 McIntosh Rd from Brighton to Fulton’s Bush. Leaders: Dot B
In spite of a less than conducive day for hiking, with strong winds and some black clouds hanging around, 11 hikers, plus
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Traquair/Whare Creek Track & Woodside Glen.
16/4/2008. Traquair/Whare Creek Track & Woodside Glen.
With inclement weather threatening the joy of a beach walk (Purakanui and Canoe beaches) and only 2 hikers along with 2 leaders, a decision was made to seek dry bush cover instead, and so we headed for the recently-upgraded Outram Glen walk. Neil diverted us however to a nearby track he had lately helped to clear
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Taieri Scenic Reserve.
No. 44 on old hardcopy list of 113 club tramps. “Taieri Reserve – Pukerua Bush. J Hobbs, D Jenkins. Farm. OK”
9/4/2008. Trampers. Taieri Scenic Reserve. Easy. Leaders: George, Glenice.
12 trampers met at Otokia Road, 4 km from Taieri Mouth having just enjoyed a scenic coastal drive that would rate as one of the world’s’ finest. A turn up into the road that leads to the Maori Reserve, and we were ready to begin. Some sharp road climbs started the “Easy” rated tramp (which several felt deserved the rating of at least “M”) before morning tea at a deserted building, with views in all directions – South to Taieri Beach, North over the Taieri River Continue reading “Taieri Scenic Reserve.”
Knobby Range from Roxburgh to Alexandra Bus Trip
19/3/2008 Knobby Range from Roxburgh to Alexandra Bus Trip Leaders: George
At 7.15 a.m. on a very warm morning, 25 of us met at the car park ready to board Bob Mitchell’s comfortable bus to go on our much awaited trip for the tramp across the Knobby Range. From a hiker’s point of view, along with the challenge of a somewhat longer tramp, was the slight trepidation of being up to the test. However, due to George’s enthusiasm and encouragement we had decided to give it a go as the opportunity and ability might never come again. So we boarded the bus and were away just after 7.30 a.m. Bob dropped us off at the top of the Knobby Range at 10.00 a.m. ready and eager to get going.
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20th Anniversary Celebration
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
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Berwick Forest, Shaw Road
Location: 40 km.
31/10/2007 Shaw Road?
Although once again, weather report not so good and some cloud hanging around, we left the car park at 9am as usual for our hike in Waipori – Berwick Forest area with high hopes of a good day out. We parked by the side of the road and set off walking along the road then across farm land and up a fairly steep hill.
Took our time and stopped frequently to admire the view which got more interesting and expansive the higher we got.
Certainly well worth the effort. Had views over Taieri, down to Waihola and over the Wetlands, as well as the hills and valleys round that area. We really enjoyed our morning tea break after our hard slog up the hill. From then on it was fairly easy, pleasant going along forestry roads and through the trees. Found a nice sheltered spot in the sun for our lunch and sat and made the most of the break and rest before returning to the cars the same way we had come. Day turned out to be a good one for hiking. Not too hot at first but warmed up considerably by the time we were on our way back. Another happy day for hikers. Bev.
13/5/1998. Berwick, Shaws Hill, Hayes Woolshed. Leaders: Bill H, Lesley S.
12/2/1997. Woolshed Shaws Hill and return. Leaders: Colleen, Ted, Sabina.
13/7/1994 Berwick Forest Woolshed to Waipori and return. Leaders: Molly, Dot T, Graham, Frank
10/7/1991 Berwick Forest Woolshed to Waipori. A good winter tramp. Average. Leaders: Eric & Dot, Ray, Joyce I, Catherine T
11/10/1989. Berwick – Shaw’s Hill Road. Easy. Leaders: Joyce I, Joan A, Norman.
13/4/1988. Berwick Forest from Shaw Hill Road. Leaders: Hugh, Jean Y.