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Going Solo (Part Two). Mt McPherson(1931m)
I’m sure many have got to the top / pinnacle / climax of a challenge, whether it be a track, mountain or even something...
Going Solo (Part One) - Mt McPherson(1931m)
The art of soloing a mountain can be very rewarding, but also very dangerous depending on your desired target. Extra car...
An Epic Afternoon - Borland Peak 1299m
Getting out and about is something everyone should do often. A wander amongst the mountains can clear any clouds in your...
Oldest Trail in the Park - Pass Creek Track
Going overseas to places like Japan and Nepal has shown me how young Aotearoa New Zealand really is. Hiking on a trail t...
The Power of Fiordland Rain - Lake Marian
To say it rains in Fiordland is like saying 2020 hasn’t been the best year… tell us something we don’t know! For those w...
Potential Danger (Part Two) - Gertrude Saddle
“On a Mish’ #409 Potential Danger (Part Two). Gertrude Saddle. Fiordland National Park. 18.4.2014. I once went up Gertru...
Potential Danger (Part One) - Gertrude Saddle
“On a Mish’ #409 Potential Danger (Part One). Gertrude Saddle. Fiordland National Park. 18.4.2014. The Gertrude Saddle w...
Day Off, Still on the Ridge - Hump Ridge Camp
We are very spoiled for choice in Aotearoa when it comes to stunning places to hike. The South Island has every type of...
In the Footsteps of William Grave (Part Three) - De Lambert Falls(59m)
I’m guessing that if you love rugby you picture yourself as your favourite professional player when you take to the fiel...
In the Footsteps of William Grave (Part Two) - De Lambert Falls(59m)
One of my most favourite books is ‘Beyond the Southern Lakes - The Explorations of W.G. Grave’ written by Anita Crozier....
The Footsteps of William Grave (Part One) - De Lambert Falls(59m)
With no knowledge of the history of Piopiotahi / Milford Sound it is easy to kick back and relax in a car or bus when dr...
Peace and Quiet - Gertrude Valley Camp (Part Three)
Unfortunately if you spend enough time in the mountains of Aotearoa you will see your fair share of potential wilderness...
Peace and Quiet - Gertrude Valley Camp (Part Two)
An adventure into the outdoors is a package deal. I enjoy the whole process from working out where to go, to loading the...
Peace and Quiet - Gertrude Valley Camp (Part One)
The vertical spectacle that is the mighty Darran Mountains in north west of Fiordland is something I really recommend to...
The Castles in the Sky (Part Two) - Okaka Lodge / Summit Loop-Track
On a cloudless day you can see all the way over the massive sweep of Te Waiwai Bay to Motupohue Bluff Hill, as well as g...
The Castles in the Sky (Part One) - Okaka Lodge / Tors & Tarns Loop-Track
Perched on what seems like the end of the earth is a group of buildings known as Okaka Lodge. The castle in the sky is t...
Into the Mist (Part Three) - Eldrig Peak(1595m)
When playing a game of ‘climb the mountain’ you have a lot of aspects to look at to make sure you survive the game. Expe...
Into the Mist (Part Two) - Eldrig Peak(1595m)
For a long time I have passionately believed that any day in Aotearoa (South Island) above 1000m is a good one. The envi...
Into the Mist (Part One) - Eldrig Peak(1595m)
Mountain weather can go from friendly to fierce very quickly . A small puff of cloud on the horizon can become a storm m...
Savaged By Sandflies (Part One) - Borland Rock Bivouac
I always have to remind myself that Te Namu(Sandflies) are only encountered in the most clean and pristine areas of New...
The Wairaurahiri River - Part 2
The ruggedness of the South Fiordland coastline was living up to its rough reputation. The Southern Ocean was choppy, he...
The Wairaurahiri River - Part 1
I strongly believe that anybody selling a tourism product has to have experienced the product! Nothing worse than hearin...
Come See the Fiordland Rain (Part Four). The Milford Track 2013
Early-ish the next day we were off into the chill of a fresh new day, and along with yet another day of clear skies and...
Come See the Fiordland Rain (Part Three) - The Milford Track 2013
Fiordland bathed in sunshine is what most see when dreaming, or viewing pictures advertising the unique area in the sout...