Nick Groves (C/W), James Broadbent (C/W), Scott Campbell (Wgtn) and Don French (Wgtn) spent a number of days on skis in the Aspiring Region. The group spent 3 days exploring the Volta Glacier from a tent camp on the lower Upper Volta (or was it the upper Lower Volta?) Glacier Dome was the most significant ascent. They made Colin Todd hut with the assistance of the compass on the Wednesday in deteriorating weather. There started 5 days of hut activities as the 120/150km wind and snow (½ mtr) restricted outdoor activities to only those necessary for life. A one day fine spell on the Tuesday enabled a prompt retreat to Aspiring Hut via the Quarterdeck and French Ridge. Exited the mountains on the Wednesday, only 4 days overdue. PS. There needs to be some work on the quality of the library at Colin Todd. Don French