Auckland Section of the NZAC

The Auckland Section of the NZ Alpine Club runs a variety of alpine, climbing & other trips throughout the year and new members are always welcome. We have a club meeting on the first Monday night of each month (may be changed for public holidays), and we also organise special events such as the Banff Film Festival or international speakers throughout the year. We run instruction courses in both snowcraft and rock climbing during the year and there is some hire gear available for members. The Auckland Section looks after the Ruapehu hut in the Tongariro National Park which provides a base for climbing, ski-touring or just getting away from the city.

Please feel free to come along to a club meeting or email one of the committee members for more information.

September 2008: Around the World in Eighty Minutes

Around the world in 80 minutes

Monday 1st September, 2008 at 7.30pm
Venue: St Luke's Community Centre, Remuera Rd, Newmarket

The idea is simple – club members stand up and deliver a series of short talks and presentations on their adventures taking the audience on an epic journey around the world.
Is there an adventure that you have been on that you could share? From an adventurous weekend on the slopes and ridges of Ruapehu to a first ascent in the Himalaya, a simple paddle out on Hauraki Gulf or an struggle amongst the mountainous swells off South Georgia – it isn't about the distance from Auckland, it's about the distance from your comfort zone. So contact us please – we need you to get involved.
It isn't limited to your experience – is there a historic expedition or individual that has inspired you? Do you want to spend 10 minutes telling the story to inspire others in the club? We have prizes for Best Expedition, Most Inspiring Trip, Funniest Talk and Best Photos. This is about sharing your passion with others – why not share your thrills, lessons or even pain with others? Please contact Matt Robertson on meetings@aucklandclimber.org.nz to book a speaking slot.
Give it a go. You know you want to.

Next meeting October 2008: Nick Roberts

Monday 6th October, 2008 at 7.30pm
Venue: St Luke’s Community Centre, Remuera Rd, Newmarket
See the Meetings page for details.

T-Shirt Design Competition

Help us take on the big guns of fashion and create the next big thing! Show off your creative genius and design a t-shirt for the Auckland Section. See the News page for details.


Find out more...

Browse this website to find out what trips are happening, local and national Alpine Club news, information about instruction courses, how to get to the Ruapehu hut, and who to contact on the committee if you'd like to volunteer!