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Thumbnail of Taranaki Maunga CREDIT Udith and Sachi Plan My Walk

17th July 2026

4 min

Extreme Caution Needed on Taranaki Maunga This Winter

Media Release | Following a rise in rescues on Taranaki Maunga, MSC is urging people to carefully assess their skills, experience and gear before heading above the snowline.

Thumbnail of Alpine Hunting | Main Divide

17th July 2026

3 min

Planning a Winter Alpine Hunt? Use This Safety Checklist

Story | We’ve created a safety checklist to help you get fully prepared for alpine hunting this winter.

Thumbnail of Routeburn Falls Hut.CREDIT Anna Zorn Plan My Walk

17th July 2026

3 mins

Family-Friendly Overnight Hikes for Winter

Story | NZ Mountain Safety Council has selected six family-friendly overnight tramps that are suitable for winter, if the forecast plays ball.

Thumbnail of Taranaki Maunga CREDIT Fernanda Jorge Plan My Walk

7th July 2026

4 mins

Coroner’s Findings Stress Unique Risks on Taranaki Maunga

Media Release | The coroner’s findings into the tragic death of Vladimir Levchenko on Taranaki Maunga highlight the importance of being thoroughly prepared for icy alpine conditions.

6th July 2026

4 min

Stargazing Huts for Matariki 2026

Story | MSC’s new Plan My Walk Content Advisor Anna Thomson shares her top huts for viewing Matariki this year.

Thumbnail of Backcountry skiers CREDIT Bianca Bratton

2nd July 2026

3 mins

Avalanche Forecasting Begins as Winter Takes Hold

Media Release | MSC is urging backcountry alpine adventurers to check the avalanche forecast before heading out this winter.

Thumbnail of Tahr hunting CREDIT Cam McKay

2nd June 2026

4 min

Cam McKay’s Tips for Safe Tahr Hunts

Story | Cam McKay from Points South shares his top tips for staying safe during the tahr rut and making the most of your hunt.

Thumbnail of Brewster Hut CREDIT Laura Bingham Plan My Walk WEBP

28th May 2026

3 mins

Planning Key for Safe Tramps This King’s Birthday Weekend

Media Release | Small mistakes in winter can escalate quickly, making careful planning essential, even for short hikes and hunts this King’s Birthday weekend.

Thumbnail of Whangaehu Hut CREDIT Andrew C Plan My Walk

25th May 2026

4 min

Coroner’s Findings Highlight the Importance of Alpine Safety

Media Release | MSC says the coroner’s findings into Wednesday Davis’ death in 2024 on Mt Ruapehu highlight key safety precautions for alpine environments.

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