Conceding the commons… conceding nature?
Public lands are New Zealanders' commons, and are administered on their behalf by the Department of Conservation under the Conservation Act 1987. Potential to concede use of parts of the [...]
FMC’s submission on the application by Precision Helicopters Ltd for landings in the Hokitika backcountry
The Department of Conservation publicly notified an application for a concession by Precision Helicopters Ltd for regular landings in the backcountry inland of Hokitika. The following landing sites are proposed: [...]
Ruapehu access provisions
FMC, along with other interested organisations and individuals, has been talking to DOC and Ruapehu Alpine Lifts regarding access to Tongariro National Park. Ruapehu Alpine lifts has implemented a free-of-charge booking [...]
Milford Opportunities Project survey
Milford Sound / Piopiotahi is New Zealand’s premier visitor attraction and a world class iconic destination, attracting nearly 1 million visitors per year. It is located in part of New Zealand’s [...]
2020 FMC Expedition Scholarship applications are open
FMC is proud to offer Youth Expedition Scholarships for the 10th year running, and the Simon Bell Memorial Scholarship for the 5th consecutive year. For information on how to apply, [...]
Introducing KiwiShare – Federated Mountain Clubs’ 2020 election campaign
KiwiShare is about New Zealanders’ place in our wild outdoors. It’s about genuinely fostering backcountry recreation for all New Zealanders and properly looking after the land that is our home. [...]
Griffin Creek: back under imminent threat
The Department appears to be trying to aid concessionaires to sneak through major damage in a 'minor / non-notifiable' variation.
Arthur’s Pass survey
Stafford Strategy have been engaged by DOC to develop a Development and Investment Framework for potential enhancements to Arthurs Pass National Park, which also incorporates the Arthur's Pass Village, and [...]
FMC thanks outdoor community for keeping it local during COVID-19 pandemic
Federated Mountain Clubs (FMC) thanks the outdoor community for keeping to local outdoor activities during the four week lockdown period imposed under COVID-19 Alert Level 4. “We know this hasn’t [...]
FMC Executive 2020-21
Nominations for the FMC Executive 2020 - 21 closed on 7 April. Since the number of nominations does not exceed the number of available positions, this year no election is required. The new [...]