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Fiordland On a Mish #231

U-Pass and Beyond (Part 1) - Hut Creek to U-Pass

The size, mountainous nature, and heavy rain in Fiordland National Park means most of the incredible location is uninhab...

26 Apr 2017
Fiordland On a Mish #260

Searching for a Mysterious Shelter - Grebe / Percy Valley

For all its twists and turns the Borland Road has so much to offer. Adventures can range from easy walking to hard hikin...

9 Apr 2017
Fiordland On a Mish #7

Borland’s Skyscraper (Part Three) - Mt Burns(1645m)

Some people probably wonder why you would place yourself on a sketchy ridge with massive death drops either side. It can...

25 Mar 2017
Fiordland On a Mish #7

Borland's Sky Scraper (Part Two) - Mt Burns(1645m)

Each step upwards is one less to take to get to the summit of a mountain. Sometimes this needs to be repeated in your he...

20 Mar 2017
Fiordland On a Mish #7

Borland's Skyscraper (Part One) - Mt Burns(1645m)

Mount Burns(1645m) towers over the Borland Road like a huge skyscraper on a busy street in a booming metropolis. Jagged...

19 Mar 2017
Dog
Southland On a Mish #143

Be Seen, Be Safe (Part Two) - Boyd Creek Tops.

I recently got a new tent which is as bright as can be - be seen, be safe. My older Marmot tent is green and the more th...

18 Mar 2017
Dog
Southland On a Mish #143

Be Seen, Be Safe (Part One) - Boyd Creek Tops

I’ll never forget a situation I faced when doing my job as Track Manager on the Humpridge Track. It was the day I could...

16 Mar 2017
Fiordland On a Mish #242

Which Area in Nz Gets the Most Rainfall? (Part Two) - Camping in the Upper Borland

If you love the wilderness then you will love Fiordland National Park. The place oozes excellence and its visual appeal...

29 Jan 2017
Fiordland On a Mish #242

Which Area in Nz Gets the Most Rainfall? (Part One) - Camping in the Upper Borland

Being prepared for anything is mandatory when traveling throughout Fiordland on foot. Whether it be the terrain or torre...

28 Jan 2017
Otago On a Mish #204

It’s Not Going to Snow, It’s Summertime (Part Three) - Upper Wye Creek

On many occasions I have faced a storm head on and returned to tell a tale about it. There is something so satisfying ab...

17 Dec 2016
Otago A Mish a Day #204

It's Not Going to Snow, It's December (Part Two) - Upper Wye Creek Camp

The snow was thick on the southern side of the saddle, and the fresh white powder hid all the holes amongst the rocks be...

16 Dec 2016
Otago On a Mish #204

It's Not Going to Snow, It's Summertime - (Part One) Upper Wye Creek Camp

From a young age I have been fascinated by the weather. Living in New Zealand is a great way to experience all sorts of...

11 Dec 2016
Dog
Southland On a Mish #196

A Fridge Sized Rock (Part Three) - Cold Peak(1613m)

Play it safe and minimize the risk is a good way to approach anything in the back country. Injuries at home are a hinder...

10 Nov 2016
Southland On a Mish #196

A Fridge Sized Rock (Part Two) - Cold Peak(1613m)

I have been very lucky during my time roaming the hills. A couple of situations have been close to disaster, but due to...

10 Nov 2016
Southland On a Mish #196

A Fridge Sized Rock (Part One) - Cold Peak(1613m)

Injuries are never a good thing, and if you are out in the mountain’s injuries can lead to much worse situations. Having...

9 Nov 2016
Canterbury high country A Mish a Day #16

Erewhon Park - Having a Ski Field to yourself takes effort

Working in the most epic ski-shop in Christchurch for six years introduced me to some truly awesome dudes/workmates...Mc...

9 Sep 2016
Canterbury On a Mish #58

Crackers & Cheeseman (Part Three) - Mt Cheeseman(2031m)

A mountain is merely a mass of mounded material. Many just look and then carry on with their business. But a few look at...

1 Sep 2016
Canterbury On a Mish #58

Crackers & Cheeseman (Part Two) - Mt Cheeseman(2031m)

The small New Zealand ski industry kept my winter months busy for six years. I would make the trip from the south to Chr...

31 Aug 2016
Canterbury On a Mish #58

Crackers & Cheeseman (Part One) - Mt Cheeseman(2031m)

For years I have visited the sunny slopes of Mt Cheeseman Ski field. Along with the pleasant terrain and friendly atmosp...

30 Aug 2016
Canterbury high country A Mish a Day #23

Cameron Valley Bivouac - Part 2

Now out of the storm in our make-shift shelter, we could finally relax and get some rest. Cameron had the more sheltered...

26 Jul 2016
Canterbury high country A Mish a Day #23

Cameron Valley Bivouac - Part 1

My Canadian friend Cameron Rodimus was visiting Aotearoa and keen for a mission during the winter of 2016. I questioned...

24 Jul 2016
Canterbury high country A Mish a Day #144

Go Right, Not Left. - Harper Range(Peak 1437m)

I have always been keen on adventures outside the box. Doing something that very few people have done can be very reward...

4 Jul 2016
Arthur's Pass On a Mish #41

Woolshed Hill(1429m) - A Classic Kiwi Climb

Arthurs Pass National Park is relatively small compared to other National Parks in Aotearoa, but it has so much to offer...

29 Jun 2016
Canterbury high country On a Mish #37

The Middle of the Field (Part Two) - Central Peak(1912m)

I’m sure many climbers have found themselves returning to the same area time and time again, and each time they have tic...

18 Jun 2016