On 14 June 2020 two climbers were caught in an avalanche on the south face of Mt Alma in the Two Thumbs Range, Canterbury. Thankfully, both survived to share their...
New website provides clarity on personal outdoor recreation during COVID19 pandemic.
Perhaps it’s a local day walk you’ve been meaning to try or a favourite spot you haven’t visited lately. Maybe you’ve been walking with your kids for awhile and want...
Before you head into the NZ backcountry you need to take rescue equipment (and know how to use it) with you so you can help others make it home safely....
Before you head into the NZ backcountry you need to ensure you’ve read and understood the New Zealand Avalanche Advisory (NZAA) forecast for the region you’ll be visiting. In this...
Before you head into backcountry avalanche terrain (outside any ski field boundary), you need to make sure you have the necessary skills and knowledge so you make it home safely....
So, you’re about to head outdoors, do you have your smartphone with you? Chances are you do. If that’s the only communications option you have then you’ve dramatically reduced your...
Sharpen Up Your Winter Plans. It’s time to run through a pre-winter checklist for those heading beyond the ski field boundaries and into the backcountry. We’ve tried to keep this...