If you can surround yourself with anyone, surround yourself with hikers. They are the most down to earth, adventurous badasses you’ll ever meet. They are the definition of pure, good vibes. They’re ... Read More

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It is often when you are tramping you say that you have bagged something, for example huts, campsites & peaks. Then you can go round other trampers or friends and say you have done that. I have done ... Read More

There is currently a new TV series which is currently being screened on TV ONE (Tuesdays 8.30pm) which is called "Wild about New Zealand". Its a six-part series takes in all the beauty and idiosyncrasies ... Read More

This timelapse video shows the wonderful landscapes that we have in New Zealand.  Particularly this is showing the beauty of Tongariro National Park, which is one of my favourite places in the country. ... Read More

Kiwis are, without a doubt, an outdoor species. With a landscape like ours, who wouldn’t be? Whether it’s tramping, fishing, hunting or driving stock across the high country, we’ll take ... Read More

The Department of Conservation is pleased to announce the reopening of the northern section of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. This will allow walkers to walk the full length of the track from Mangatepopo ... Read More

Intro video on Lake Waikaremoana. View my tramping report on this track.      Further information on Great Walks. Read More