Complacency in Aotearoa’s outdoors is a common mistake that can be made by even the most experienced trampers and hunters, says the NZ Mountain Safety Council (MSC).
The 2020 death of a mountaineer on Mt Ruapehu has highlighted the importance of being prepared to deal with emergencies in high-risk areas in Aotearoa. Emma Langley was on a NZ...
NZ Mountain Safety Council says Aotearoa’s can regularly see all four seasons in one day, therefore solid planning and smart decision-making makes for a successful Labour Weekend adventure.
West Coast paramedic Ian Harvey was adequately prepared for his overnight tramp into the Adam Wilderness Area on 30 January 2022. Unfortunately, Harvey fell while exploring fragile terrain a coroner’s...
NZ Mountain Safety Council (MSC) teams up with author Gillian Candler illustrator Gavin Mouldey to create a beautifully illustrated adventure story, packed full of practical tips and advice to help...
The new series encourages more conversation and sharing of avalanche experiences, especially amongst the mountaineering community, as part of the continued efforts to prevent avalanches fatalities in New Zealand.
We’d like to thank all Plan My Walk users, friends, followers, and industry partners as we reflect on the past 12 months of our Plan My Walk journey.
The coroner’s findings into the death of two university students in the Makarora River in 2020 highlight the dangers of river crossings while tramping in Aotearoa. The NZ Mountain Safety...
A coroner's findings into the death of a British tramper in the Mt Aspiring National Park in 2020 provides important safety lessons for those tramping solo in New Zealand. Stephanie Simpson,...