Salient. An Organ of Student Opinion at Victoria College, Wellington, N.Z. Vol 1, No. 12 June 22, 1938

Tramping — Wet Sunday

Tramping

Wet Sunday

Typical Wellington week-end weather probably frightened away several would be trampers and [ unclear: tramperettes] from the Sunday trip to Belmont; however about a dozen hearty lads and lasses were present when the bus left. The "Deputy Leader" and a "Guide" (in red shorts) were collected at Lower Hutt and the party began its arduous ascent of the mountain. Having struggled up a road and through a few paddocks, they at last reached the trig. A halt was called to await two stragglers who arrived almost at the summit by motor. A fine view of Wellington, Hutt Valley, etc., was obtained as per syllabus Dark clouds in the south suggested rain, so the party moved down a spur to the Horokiwi Stream and enjoyed a well merited meal, including tea brewed by Mr. Watson-Munro in his own inimitable style. After lunch a campfire was made and although darkness was lacking, old and new extrav. Songs were sung with gusto.

Thence came the trek up a steep ridge, on to the Horokiwi Road. During this part of the trip heavy rain was encountered, but with the aid of ground sheets, sleeping bags, and other odds and ends, the party remained tolerably dry. The rain cleared and great fun was had splashing along the road and admiring the splendid view. Strains of Cilbert and Sullivan were once again heard, so the party made off for Petone and caught a convenient bus home.

—D.R.