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Thumbnail of Kime Hut.winter.CREDIT.Caleb Smith
27th May 2025
3 min

Time to Pivot to Winter-Friendly Tramping Tracks

Media Release | As King’s Birthday Weekend marks the official start of winter, NZ Mountain Safety Council (MSC) is reminding trampers to choose tracks that are suitable for the...
Thumbnail of Mueller Hut Route.CREDIT Pippa Schaffler
23rd May 2025
3 min

Trampers Boost Outdoor Safety With 10K Plan My Walk Reviews!

Media Release | NZ Mountain Safety Council is excited to announce that Plan My Walk has over 10,000 user reviews, boosting outdoor safety for hikers and trampers.
Thumbnail of Holdsworth Jumbo Circuit.Ali Middleton
15th May 2025
5 min

Tragedy Prompts Advice for Solo Trampers

Media Release | NZ Mountain Safety Council is warning people of the increased risks when tramping alone, following the tragic death of a tramper in 2023.
Thumbnail of Powell.CREDIT Caleb Smith
14th April 2025
3 min

Top Safety Tips for Trampers This Easter Weekend

Media Release | With Easter Weekend coming later this year, New Zealand Mountain Safety Council is reminding hikers and trampers to be prepared for autumn conditions.
Thumbnail of Trampers Robert Ridge Nelson Lakes
7th April 2025
4 min

Changing Plans: Trampers Share Their Stories

Story | We asked trampers to share their real-life experiences of changing plans. Here are three textbook examples of how to do it right.
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21st March 2025
5 min

How to Dress for Success in the Great Outdoors

Story | When heading into the great outdoors, the right clothing is crucial. Here are our top tips for how to dress for a safe and enjoyable adventure.
Thumbnail of Damage to Archway at Mautohe Cathedral Cove | CREDIT Department of Conservation
20th March 2025
12 min

Climate change: Expect the Unexpected

Feature | Award-winning science journalist Kate Evans examines what climate change will mean for tracks, huts, forests and rivers – and our outdoor adventures in Aotearoa.
Thumbnail of baby backpacks | Jennifer Parkes
10th March 2025
3 min

Call for Trampers to Help Boost Outdoor Safety

Media Release | NZ Mountain Safety Council is asking hikers and trampers to help other walkers this summer by sharing a review on Plan My Walk.
Thumbnail of CREDIT Bianca Bratton | Brewster Glacier
28th February 2025
4 min

Fatal Fall Near Brewster Hut Prompts Safety Reminder

Media Release | NZ Mountain Safety Council is urging trampers to assess their skills before attempting unmarked routes beyond Brewster Hut in Mt Aspiring National Park.
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