It takes a lot for me to relax. IRL - a busy job and property ensures something is always happening. But we wanted to make the most of summer after last year’s season was marred with a Cyclone clean up that left us reeling. An A type personality ensured we had this trip planned down …
5 Favourite short walks
The best short walks around Ruapehu
Cape Brett Trail
North Islands classic overnighter - this one has been on the bucket list for years. Leaving Rawhiti we looked longingly at the glistening water of Oke Bay. Barely 2 kilometres from our parked car I pondered why we were about to embark on an 8 hour walk in 28 degree weather. There’s a certain masochistic …
Aotea charm
Our first trip to the charming island of Aotea
Walking out of isolation
A perfect post covid tramp in Kaimai-Mamaku Forest despite the weather
The Great Lake Trail…sort of
A Great Lake Trail adventure that leaves me with one hell of a souvenir
Gear with integrity
A punk guide to keeping your tramping kit alive inspired by Lightning Bolt
Aoraki National Parks newest but oldest hut
Day trip to Hooker Hut, Aoraki National Park
A pleasant plan C
Doing it Dovi around Mt Somers
Mueller Hut Highs
Two nights storm bound in Aoraki National Park