The beech forests at the top of the South Island have the highest densities of wasps in the world. Here we sum up some key information to keep you safe...
Kia ora, I’m Jen from Backyard Travel Family and I first really got into exploring the outdoors when the kids were little. I didn’t enjoy running with a stroller and...
Leading New Zealand fitness trainer Han Romano shares her experience walking up Mt Grey/Maukatere in Canterbury, and her best tips for a successful trip into the hills.
As one of the Great Rides of New Zealand, the 85km-long Old Ghost Road is Aotearoa’s longest single-track backcountry trail, and one of the most incredible multi-day backcountry experiences in...
Here is a handy summary of essential tips for beginners wishing to find local tracks and start their walking or tramping adventures across New Zealand.
MSC Operations Manager Nathan Watson was the expert guest on RadioNZ discussing all things outdoors and bush survival.
With a plentiful duck population and eased Covid-19 restrictions, the NZ Mountain Safety Council (MSC) and Fish & Game NZ are encouraging duck hunters to have a safe and successful...
I have been lost in the bush a couple of times. Some intentionally, some not so intentionally. I have also learnt that ‘lost’ is a sliding scale for people. While...
The release of the coroner’s findings into a Hawke’s Bay river crossing tragedy is a timely reminder for trampers to refresh their knowledge on how to identify an unsafe river, says NZ Mountain Safety Council (MSC).