The OTMC run
a day trip most Sundays throughout the year. Trips generally leave
the Clubrooms (3 Young Street, Dunedin) at 9 am sharp, unless
stated otherwise here or on the trip card.
The fitness/ability
grade varies from trip to trip. Please check below for details.
Please read
these OTMC notes on Day Trips:
1. Non-members
of the OTMC are welcome on Day Trips, but must contact the trip
leader or Day Trip Convenor beforehand.
2. Day Trips
leave the Clubrooms at 9am, unless stated otherwise on the trip
list, or in the Bulletin.
3. A list of
names, addresses, transport, intended route and the name of a
search and rescue contact will be left at the Clubrooms.
4. The trip
leader has the authority to refuse to take persons without adequate
equipment.
5. Transport
is by car-pool. Costs will be charged to cover drivers expenses.
Minimum gear
list for Day Trips: Sturdy boots, 2 pairs socks, waterproof parka,
jersey, shorts, fleece jacket or similar, lunch, snacks, torch,
water-bottle, balaclava, mitts, sun protection, over-trousers,
longjohns.
Trip Grades.
Trip Grades
are guidelines. If in doubt try an easier trip first.
EASY (E)
Generally suitable for beginners but proper clothing and equipment
are ESSENTIAL (see above). About 3-5 hours tramping per
day.
MODERATE
(M) A reasonable standard of fitness and experience needed.
About 5-7 hours of tramping per day.
FIT (F)
These trips are expected to be longer and may be more difficult.
About 7-9 hours of tramping per day
FITNESS EXPERIENCE
(FE) A high level of fitness, experience and self reliance
is essential. Most available time will be spent tramping, 10-24
hours per day.
CLIMBING
(C) Equipment, experience and fitness essential.
INSTRUCTIONAL
(I) Priority given to club members. Trip cost calculated to
cover instructors expenses. Only open to non-members if sufficient
space available. Attendance on FE and C trips by prior arrangement
with the Trip Leader only.
View the current OTMC Trip Card
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