Mt Lyndon (1489m) is a popular day walk above the western edge of Lake Lyndon. The track itself is unmarked, but the climb to the lake’s namesake peak, will reward you with panoramic mountain views.

Verity Jackson’s route makes the trip to the summit a loop with a lakeside walk added into the mix.

Missed yesterday’s feature? Feeling the strain of a heavy pack? These 14 ultralight gear upgrades will help you move faster, farther, and longer on future adventures.

This popular West Coast track climbs up the Waiho Valley for spectacular views of Franz Josef Glacier. 

Available free on YouTube or Plan My Walk.

Brought to you by NZ Mountain Safety Council in partnership with the Department of Conservation.

The challenging day hike to Roberts Point provides spectacular views of Franz Josef Glacier and the surrounding mountains. According to the DOC website, how long is the return hike?

Scroll to the bottom of this email for the answer…

These three exercises work all the important muscles needed for tramping. Aim to perform this routine twice a week on non-consecutive days. Start the routine today to get started building strength for your spring and summer hikes.

See our list of upcoming tramping events and activities across the motu. If you have an event you want to feature, email the details!

2 Sept - 21 Oct: Women’s Adventure Film Tour 2026

Location: Multiple locations

The Women’s Adventure Film Tour® (WAFT) returns for its eight year, celebrating extraordinary women and their thrilling adventures. Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled showcase of courage and triumph that will ignite your spirit. Don’t miss this unforgettable adventure! More info.

3 Sept: Outdoor Training New Zealand Auckland Branch meeting

Location: Point Chevalier Tennis Club, Auckland

The Auckland branch of OTNZ has an active committee, a manageable course schedule, and holds two monthly evening meetings to introduce new topics of interest and engage with the wider membership. More info.

4 Sep: Sam the Trap Man, A Bushman’s Book of Yarns

Location: Further Faster, Christchurch, 6:30pm

Filled with as many good yarns from the bush as his debut book, and including a guide to edible native flora and fauna, this is a book that will inspire and delight in equal parts! 

And the best part? You can come and see Sam live in the shop, to talk about his new book, his conservation work and a whole lot more yarns! There will be time for questions you have for Sam too, so come prepared! More info.

10 Sep: Section Talk with Nina Dickerhof

Location: Cashmere Club, Christchurch, 7:30pm

The Olivines are a very remote range of mountains West of the Divide that have an almost mythical reputation. Bordered to the south by the massive Olivine Ice Plateau the Olivine Range stretches north almost to Jackson Bay, and is home to great mountaineering and transalpine trips. Nina, with her partner James Thornton has explored this area over many years, including the Central Olivines, and Nina will talk about a number of trips to this fabled range, with some snippets of climbing history thrown in. If you’re interested in remote multi-day transalpine adventures, you won’t want to miss this! More info.

10-12 Sep: OTNZ Basic Navigation and Compass Skills

Location: Wenderholm Regional Park

This course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to be able to navigate using a Topo-50 map and ground features on well-marked tracks in areas typically open to the general public. More info.

12 Sep: Overnight hike to Waitawheta Hut

Location: Waitawheta

Group trip for Wahine and their young children: Hike to Waitawheta Hut from the Franklin Road entry of the Waitawheta Tramway. We will stay overnight and return the next day. 3-4 hours one way, relatively easy hike. More info.

15 Sep: Closing date for Federated Mountain Club Scholarships

FMC’s expedition scholarships support bold and imaginative adventures beyond the beaten track — from tracing rivers from mountain tops to the sea, to chasing Fiordland’s tallest waterfalls, exploring the tallest underground climbs, or making first descents into wild canyons.

They offer two types of scholarships: Youth Expedition Scholarship for adventurers under 30 years of age and Simon Bell Memorial Scholarship for explorers of all ages. More info.

17 Sept: The Great Outdoors Pub Quiz

Location: MD Outdoors

Back by popular demand for its second year with our amazing quiz master Emma. Grab your mates and test your wilderness wisdom at The Great Outdoors Pub Quiz! Theme attire encouraged - flannel, fleece or full tramping kit! More info.

19 Sep: OTNZ Canterbury Navigation Course

Location: Awaroa/Godley Head

This course will endeavour to develop your personal practical skills and prepare you for tramping safely in the outdoors, led by qualified instructors. More info.

18 to 26 Sep: Climate Action Festival 2026

Location: All over Nelson

Be part of a week of inspiration, education, fun and collaboration as we explore a regenerative and low-emissions future together. The theme for this year’s Festival is Our Place, Our Power. The 2026 Climate Action Festival is about returning to our place. Our Tūrangawaewae is where we stand empowered and connected. More info.

24-25 Sep: Adaptive Adventure Film Festival

Location: Bivouac Outdoor 6pm and Braintree Wellness Centre at 2:30pm

For many living with disabilities, a life of adventure in the outdoors can feel far from reach. The Adaptive Adventure Film Festival, run by Mastering Mountains Charitable Trust, exists to challenge perceptions of what’s possible, advocate for inclusivity in the outdoors, and prove that an adventurous life remains within reach, no matter a person’s abilities. This year we are thrilled to show six stunning and powerful films. The films, spanning rafting, snow sports, climbing, and mountain biking, speak to the importance of the outdoors, the importance of community, and the power of hope. More info.

26-27 Sep: Children's Practical Bushcraft

Location: Waitakere Ranges

Come and experience an overnight stay in the Waitakere Ranges at the Alpine Sports Club hut. Have fun with your host, Sue, making bush bivvies, map reading, and compass navigation. There will even be time to roast some marshmallows. This is an ASC members-only event. More info.

3 Oct: Outdoor Training NZ River Safety

Location: The Willows, West Melton

Rivers are one of the greatest hazards in the New Zealand outdoors - learn how to read a river and where the best place to cross is. More info. 

3 Oct: The Prolific birdlife of Ōtari Wilton’s Bush

Location: Tāne Whakapiripiri, Wellington

Join in on this walk for the opportunity to learn about the birds of Ōtari in the company of one of New Zealand’s leading experts. Hugh Robertson is the author of the definitive Field Guide to the Birds of New Zealand, DOC’s leading exponent on native birds, a self-confessed ‘bird-nerd’ and a regular Ōtari visitor. Take a short circuit walk to the Troup Lawn and back with Hugh calling up the birds and sharing information about them and their status. More info.

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