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Protecting an Outdoor Life
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The voice of Aotearoa New Zealand’s outdoor recreation community, we stand for the freedom of the hills.

Federated Mountain Clubs represents individuals and 100 clubs who explore Aotearoa New Zealand’s wild places. We celebrate outdoor recreation, cherish our backcountry and take action to protect both for future generations.

FMC is an independent, not-for-profit organisation. Founded in 1931, we now represent over 22,000 outdoors people.

About Us

Our Legacy, Our Impact

Together, we are moving mountains

Be it advocating for wise management of New Zealand’s conservation land, protecting public access to it, supporting our members or providing a space for a constructive debate – our work has and continues to create a positive impact.

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Latest News

FMC raises concerns about proposed National Conservation Policy Statement
FMC has lodged its submission on the National Conservation Policy Statement (NCPS), which is enabled through the Conservation Amendment Bill and will guide all the area planning over public conservation land.

Working with DOC on closed tracks and huts
Since we collated a list of closed tracks and huts earlier this year, we’ve had very positive meetings with the Department of Conservation about the issues involved.
Recreation advocacy delivers major win
the recently passed Health and Safety at Work Amendment Act provides greater certainty for landowners who allow recreational access to their land.
Have your say on the National Conservation Policy Statement
Submit on the National Conservation Policy Statement, which will shape how our public conservation land is managed for years to come.