Story | An overnight tramp in Victoria Forest Park on the West Coast in 2024 ended in a dramatic night rescue for Gale, her companion and their two dogs. Gale...
Story | Riko the dog and owner Gale recommend tracks with reliable water sources and swimming spots where humans and their four-legged friends can cool off.
Story | Trip leader Mike Forbes tells how a well-planned day trip in Tongariro National Park turned into a dramatic rescue for 23 walkers after a small bush fire escalated...
Story | After nearly 60 years tramping, Bruce and his party spent an unplanned night in Kaimanawa Forest. He has kindly shared his story and what he learned.
Story | An avoidable near-miss climbing incident at Bullock Creek in Paparoa National Park was a wake-up call for one of the three climbers, prompting them to reflect on the...
Story | Stefan Ozich is running Te Araroa to raise money for men’s mental health. His support runner, Sam Pendreigh, shares some crucial safety learnings from the trip so far....
Story | An ice climber who fell 30 metres shares his experience and what he's learnt from the incident that left him with serious injuries.
Story | The NZ Mountain Safety Council (MSC) caught up with Jake about their day leading to the rescue – what happened, and what he would’ve done differently looking back....
Story | Guest blogger Cam Forlong shares his Roar 2023 trip report highlighting how important campsite selection and carrying communications devices are for a long trip into Aotearoa’s wilderness.