An optimistic read of tomorrow's forecast suggests light and variable winds before the nor'wester returns mid-afternoon.
Plan A (light winds): Old Woman Hut. Drive to Duffers Saddle on the Nevis Road and climb 270 m over 6 km to Old Woman Hut. Subalpine walk with great views.
Plan B (strong winds): Bannockburn Bridge to Kawarau Gorge. Undulating 5 km through old gold workings along the north bank of the Kawarau River.
Trip leader: Martin Unwin
