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As Mark’s mother it has not been easy watching him negotiate these last five years since his injury. Progress has been tough and inconsistent, but slowly and surely, he is…
Read the reportWaking up in paradise is something that will always put a smile on my face, and waking up with a smile is how everyone d...
If something causes pain you probably shouldn’t do it. However, if doing or not doing will be the difference between bei...
I am sure there are some people who, after getting Covid and then getting over Covid, went out on a mish only to find th...
It is amazing how motivating the wilderness can be. Hiking is a pastime for all ages and abilities, and thanks to both t...
The lure of adventure is so powerful to me that I will endure some pain just to get out and about. The rewards of a clea...
Heading outdoors is a great way to relax. Having nothing but the birds chirping and the wind blowing through the trees c...
Sometimes when out ‘on a mish’ you play the waiting game. Whether it be waiting for the weather or for night to become d...
For those out there who want an injury update I am unfortunately unable to tell you anything as after four months playin...
I am not the biggest soccer fan, however I was very impressed with the fact that the famous soccer star David Beckham wa...
The medicinal benefits of a visit to the wilderness can be incredible, sometimes so good you question whether it is real...
Even the word stress can create stress, and being stressed out is no fun for anyone. People have different ways of deali...
Stress can prevent the healing process taking place. And when you are unsure about how injured you actually are (after m...
In this day and age we have the option of being able to take thousands of photos and it won’t add any weight to your mis...
Getting the views and having a tale to tell is a successful mission in my mind. The tale doesn’t have to be too adventur...
To me a precious gem can be a quality photo of a mountain scene. To capture something that puts a smile on your (or othe...
As civilization slowly spreads over the rugged terrain of New Zealand’s South Island, we move further and further away f...
The wild world of mountains can be a tricky place to negotiate sometimes. Everything looks easy on the map from the comf...
To simply go to a place and go on a mish without knowing the area is a little bit risky. Research needs to be done befor...
If you have hiked in Aotearoa enough you have learned that our 1:50,000 maps are just a rough (very) guide of the terrai...
When I go on adventures I have no problem going alone. Even though I have some quality friends, I am quite happy in my o...
Along with the outstanding scenery, I seek a world without people when I go on a mish. I usually head into the wildernes...
I’m sure a lot of us would rather just erase 2020 from our minds. It started with jokes about good vision and now many d...
It is amazing how once emerged in the excellence of the outdoors real world problems become an afterthought and your min...
A long and slow recovery mixed with a lack of outdoor adventures had begun to take its toll on my mind and my ability to...
In Aotearoa we have places of beauty that are more known for the heavy rain that often falls there. The rain creates lus...
After my first proper Christmas with the whanau in 12 years I needed a good hike to burn off multiple Christmas feasts....
The last time I had used my tent was during the mish when I broke my wrist, and the inconvenient barrier of only having...
I don’t think anyone will argue with me when I say that 2020 hasn’t been the best year. Starting with my hip injury, and...
Most people probably love to wake up in a big soft bed, nice and warm, covered by a luxurious duvet and many soft pillow...
The higher up a mountain you climb the better the view. This is also the same when it comes to camping. Having a mobile...
We are lucky here in Nz because we have hikes for all abilities. The easy walks are usually busy during the summer with...
As time goes on the winter snow seems to be arriving later than usual in Aotearoa (apart from 2022!), and 2017 was no di...
Arthurs Pass National Park is relatively small compared to other National Parks in Aotearoa, but it has so much to offer...
A life without risk is a very basic existence. Most modern-day activities have some element of risk, however this should...
A fact that most try to avoid focusing on is that going into the outdoors can be dangerous. With that said, getting into...
I’ve always said “the worst thing to happen to New Zealand… it was discovered”. With the discovery of the last lost worl...
When the air is still and the sky is clear, you tend to forget that this is weather that is only temporary this high up...
Many times, I have watched the goats that live high in our mountains negotiate steep terrain with ease and wished I had...
When you do something often, sometimes you can overlook what some people would find dangerous. I have climbed many mount...
Summits give you a strange feeling. Any thoughts of success quickly subside after the realisation that you have only com...
Attaching twelve spikes to your feet usually means you’re starting to tackle rather challenging terrain. Slick and steep...
If you have been given the gift of movement then you should go out and use your body to its maximum potential. For me cl...
From 1907 to 1923 Arthurs Pass Village was a hive of activity, thanks to the construction of the Otira Rail Tunnel. The...
Tucked away amongst some of New Zealand’s finest peaks is Arthurs Pass Village. One of the few towns located in a nation...
Many people are afraid of heights. Being close to a big drop can send them into a panic and unless they are taken away f...
No two mountains are the same, and that also applies to the ridges which reach down from the summit back towards sea lev...
Knowing you are hiking into a place that is not only dangerous, but has also claimed lives, keeps your senses alert. A d...
There have been a few wild stories coming out of a small steep strip of mountainous land in Arthurs Pass National Park....
There are a few shows on TV these days which make a big deal out of being alone in the wild. I like to go out of my way...
While some seek the pleasure of company, others search for solace while traveling solo in the serenity of sweet scenery....
I find something very inviting about going outdoors into the wilderness alone. To place yourself in total isolation can...
The Alpine Highway through the mountains from Christchurch to Arthurs Pass Village is littered with heaps of excellent h...
Enjoy it while you still can" is a sad expression used for the massively under utilized Tranz Alpine Express, the very s...
There are many times when you learn something in conditions completely different than what you are training for. Trainin...
Learning new things or skills is something that you should never stop doing. I rushed myself into mountain travel withou...
Some mountains are ‘off-limits’ to those who don’t have the required skills to climb them. However, sometimes that doesn...
Avalanche Peak is a classic trampers mountain with easy access directly from Arthurs Pass Village, and it can be climbed...
