7th July
The Boyle has teamed up with local Hanmer company Rusty Carrot Catering to provide schools with a number of catering options. More details
here.
St James Walkway news.
Anne Hut is no more. Unfortunately it has burnt to the ground leaving a 30km gap (approx 13hrs) between major huts. The cullers hut remains, however this only sleeps four. A tent is recommended.
3rd June
The end of May saw the first snowfall of the season with 5cm falling down at the Lodge level. The current high pressure system and warming sunshine has seen much of the snow disappearing, leaving only the tops with their shiney white coat.
With no groups in there has been a chance to give the inside of the Lodge an new lick of paint. It certainly seems to brighten up the room! A big thanks to the Cadets Ben and Kate for their painting skills.
The new staff Chalet has arrived and has allowed staff some more room to breath. It was a very amazing sight to behold as it made it's way up on the back of a truck! Check out some photo's
here.
7th April
First term has been and gone, with approximately a dozen schools and close to a thousand students being part of the Boyle experience. We had a mix of new and old staff, with 5 cadets returning to work and 2 new staff joining the 'Boyle Family'. A great bunch to work with, though I'm sure we'll see a number of them return at various times throughout the year.
With daylight saving coming to an end and temperatures dropping, winter appears to be tiptoeing around the corner. The Manuka was heavily in flower at the end of January and according to one seasoned staff member this could mean a good winter, by good I mean snow and plenty of it! I can almost hear the ski bunnies going "YAY!".
In closing a big thanks to all the staff and students of the schools who have been up here for term 1, and also big thanks to the instructors.
G.
12th March
Roncalli camps underway
Feb/March
Rangiora High, St Magarets' College and Waihi have all made great use of the Boyle
8th Feb
Rangi Ruru 5-day camp commences
28th Jan 2010
Six-day staff training commences
25th Jan
Ranagiora High leadership group commences their three-day training camp which will in part prepare them for their role as student leaders in 2010
18th Jan 2010
Gareth Hutton commences one-year contract as fulltime instructor
11th Jan 2010
Staff successful in gaining additional qualifications. Clinton Fee now Senior Raft Guide level 3; Amy Devlin and Sam Palmer now Raft Guide Level 3
8th Jan 2010
Ex Trustee and chair of the Works Committee, 1985-92 Gavin Hawkes is acknowledged by Arthur Sutherland on behalf of the Trust at his funeral which was held at Rangiora. In '85 a weekend working bee under Gavin's leadership completed 15 tasks.....no mean feat.
17th Oct 09
A very successful Trust strategic planning meeting saw the Trust members in future focussed mood at The Boyle.
17th and 18th October 09
Successful Guradians weekend convened at The Boyle. A mixture of training, Go For It and socialising this new intiative included Trust acknowledgement of those who volunteer their services to The Boyle.
10th August 09
Aaron Agnew started at The Boyle as the fulltime Assistant Manager after completing a photoshoot for the Katmandu brochure! We welcome Aaron, ex-Outward Bound, and look forward to his leadership of Health and Safety matters and some new initiatives.
27th Sept 2008....an awesome party at The Boyle
Celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Boyle River Outdoor Education Centre and the 35th anniversary of the North Canterbury Alpine Trust.
Guests included
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current and past instructors and Resident Teachers (currently titled Centre Manager);
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teachers, some of whom gained their inspiration while at the Boyle as student leaders; and
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many from the ranks of those who have contributed to the Boyle as trustees, committee members, ‘builders’ and spouses. Some of the latter have contributed by looking after family; others have ‘served’ by using a hammer and/or cleaning cloth. Click here for more Colin reflects Arthur reflects
