Federated Mountain Clubs (FMC) celebrates outdoor recreation, cherishes our backcountry and acts to protect both for future generations. Our 21,000 members, from all corners of New Zealand, explore our wild places.
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Grants now available for Gold Adventurous Journeys
Are you currently planning your Gold-level Adventurous Journey for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award? Would a cash grant help you have an experience that you will remember for the rest of your life?
FMC is opposed to zipline in Okere Falls Reserve
Okere Falls Scenic Reserve near Rotorua is threatened by a proposal by Okere Adventures to build and operate a seven-stage zipline. The application […]
FMC’s feedback on current hut service standards
Background
The Department of Conservation’s Hut Service Standards were first approved in 1999. They were reviewed and revised in 2004 (see the current document here).
DOC […]
Waitaha River hydro application declined
Some great news at last
The Minister for the Environment David Parker has announced that an application from Westpower Ltd to build and operate a hydro-electric […]
Regional Leader Development Courses
The ball is rolling!
FMC was delighted to receive feedback from a significant number of clubs to our letter in May about our […]