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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Latest News
Private road opposed
Following a request from a local member, FMC has acted to oppose another private road being planned to dissect the mountainous spine of the Coromandel […]
Walking Access Act review
The Ministry for Primary Industries is currently seeking submissions on the review of the Walking Access Act 2008. The deadline for submissions is 2 July […]
A Century of Trailblazing in New Zealand
THE Tararua Tramping Club marks its 100th anniversary this weekend, making it one of the oldest clubs in the country, and will celebrate pioneering […]
Western South Island Cave and Karst Operational Plan
The South Island’s West Coast is home to a highly significant karst region.
Features of the West Coast karst include:
- the largest area of unmodified lowland […]
Finally, some clarity about health & safety law and recreational access
FMC is stoked to see WorkSafe’s new guidance about health & safety law and recreational access. This vexed issue has been needlessly causing […]
West Coast CMS amendment process halted
The Department of Conservation has announced this morning that the process of amending the West Coast Conservation Management Strategy (CMS) is being halted, and that […]