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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FMC’s submission on DOC’s bivvy and basic hut charging, camping pricing and bookable facilities
In early December, FMC wrote a submission on DOC’s changes to bivvy and basic hut charges, changes to camping prices and adding huts […]
Conservation first for Te Tai Poutini West Coast Conservation Management Strategy
Te Tai Poutini, the West Coast, is a raw and untamed gem of Aotearoa’s natural beauty, with over 80% of its land and […]
FMC’s submission on LINZ’s long-term plan ‘Pathways to Resilience’
FMC recently made a submission on LINZ’s proposed Long-term Insights Briefing: ‘Pathways to resilience: Future-proofing Crown land stewardship’
Conservation Access for All, Not Just the Wealthy
The Federated Mountain Clubs (FMC) support conservation law reform, but would reject proposals that could restrict New Zealanders’ access to their own special […]
FMC joins outdoor recreation groups in a call for changes to health and safety laws to protect public access and recreation opportunities
Along with the Aotearoa Climbing Access Trust (ACAT), FMC led and greatly contributed to the writing of the joint submission to the Ministry of Business, […]