Along with lots of indoor climbing, AURAC also goes outdoor climbing! This includes sport climbing and bouldering trips, as well as trad climbing trips for those more experienced. You haven’t really climbed until you’ve been outdoors. Being inside a gym clinging to grimy holds is nothing compared to hanging off a rock ledge over a lake. Outdoor club climbing trips are usually over the weekend and there are also day trips. Sometimes, trips to Te Waipounamu (the South Island) are organised.

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Some of the more common Te Ika-a-Māui (the North Island) crags we go to include Waipari, Kawakawa Bay, Ti Point, and Stonefields. These crags are usually a 2 to 3 hour drive and we organise carpooling for these trips. Our trips are for members only; you only have to pay for fuel and food if we have a shared dinner.

 

Most of our trips are beginner friendly, if not it will be specified in the trip information email. We have accredited members to help set up ropes and guide you if you are new to climbing. If you require any climbing gear, AURAC provides this.

 

ORIENTATION WEEK AND RE-ORIENTATION WEEK TRIPS

The two orientation trips (held within the first 3 weeks of semester 1 and 2) are the biggest of the year, where we introduce the new members to the great outdoors and get to know everyone. It is usually held at Waipari in Wharepapa South; a crag with lots of climbs for all levels, and nice green grass to relax on.

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EASTER TRIP

At Easter, we run a trip to Kawakawa Bay in Taupo. The crag is beautiful and scenic, with many single-pitch and multi-pitch climbs available.

All the information regarding upcoming trips is sent out via email, including the sign-up form link. If you are not receiving these emails please contact the Memberships Officer.

If you have any queries, please contact our Trips Officer.