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Mt Aicken - Arthurs Pass National Park
Located in the stunning Arthurs Pass of New Zealand, Mount Aicken offers an exhilarating challenge for hikers and adventurers.


Mt Lyndon Circuit
If you're looking for a challenging yet rewarding hiking experience, look no further than the Mt. Lyndon circuit.


Solo Overnight Hike - Pinnacles Hut, Mt Somers
I am an experienced hiker with 15 active years, but I had never done a solo overnight hike until now. It feels incredibly satisfying.


Hawdon Hut - Arthurs Pass Day Hike
Hey there adventure seekers! Join me as I lace up my boots and delve into the wild beauty of Arthurs Pass and day hike to Hawdon Hut, nestled amidst the majestic Southern Alps.


Sharplin Falls, Mid Canterbury
This popular walking track is finally back up and running after being closed as a result of the Christchurch earthquakes.


Rakaia Gorge Walkway
The South Island of New Zealand is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and awe-inspiring hiking trails.


Peel Forest - Allans Track, Ackland Falls, Fern Walk and Big Tree
Peel Forest is a beautiful natural area located in Canterbury, it is a popular destination for people who enjoy nature and the outdoors


Climbing Mt Torlesse in Autumn: A Journey to Remember
If you're looking for a challenging yet rewarding climb, then look no further than Mt Torlesse. Located in the Korowai/Torlesse Tussocklands


Oteake 4WD Adventure
Oteake Conservation Area is a vast, rugged, mountainous wilderness area in the central South Island of New Zealand.


A Day Hike to Remember: Dart Hut to Cascade Saddle and Beyond
If you're looking for a day hike that will take your breath away, look no further than the side trip to Cascade Saddle on the Rees-Dart Track in Otago, New Zealand. This stunning trail offers hikers an unforgettable experience with its breathtaking views of glaciers, mountains, and valleys.


Tribulation Hut and Mt Hecla
he journey to the hut is an adventure in itself, passing through stunning scenery and offers breathtaking views of the Canterbury Plains.


Pinnacles Hut Mt Somers
Pinnacles Hut offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. A popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.


Mt Sunday: like stepping into Middle Earth itself
If you're a Lord of the Rings fan, there's no better way to experience the magic of Middle Earth than by hiking Mt Sunday. Located in Mid...


Mt Somers Bus Stop Circuit
I have completed the Bus Stop circuit on Mt Somers many times before, it's a thoroughly enjoyable day out over varied terrain and scenery, encompassing loose rock, open tussock hills and waterfalls.


Peak Hill
I have lived in Mid Canterbury for 14 years now, and in all that time I have never made the trip to Peak Hill.
All that changed for me in September 2022, I originally had this trip planned for the first weekend in September but unfortunately the weather was unkind and the wind too strong for a pleasant outing.


Mt Somers - Sharplin Falls Carpark to Woolshed Creek Carpark
We had planned to do the full circuit around Mt Somers in a day, knowing full well it was going to be 26km and take us anywhere between 10 and 12 hours. Well we got half of it done, and it was more a case of the weather beating us down than our inability to complete the task.


Lower Salmon Creek Biv
Lower Salmon Creek Biv is a nice side trip from Black Hill Hut, something I completed while doing the Wharfedale Hut and Black Hill Hut circuit.


The Torlesse Gap
Have you ever driven through Springfield heading towards Arthur’s Pass, looked at the skyline ridge of Castle Hill Peak, seen a gap that looks like a missing tooth and wondered what it was? Well that my friends is The Torlesse Gap.


Lake Clearwater Circuit
When time is short and the weather is stunning, there is nothing better than doing the Lake Clearwater Circuit. From Ashburton it takes...


Completing Unfinished Business with Sebastopol - Aoraki/Mt Cook
My first attempt at Sebastopol was about 12 years ago as part of a trip with the Methven and Districts Tramping Club. It was winter and at that time I had no winter tramping experience, including the use of ice axe and crampons. This time I have more years of tramping behind me, along with many winter trips including a seven day mountaineering course in Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park.
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