Kreig

Was a full-time guide in Queenstown until I lost my job due to the Rona.

Now studying a Bachelor of Environmental Management in Invercargill.

• KreigKreig discussed Visiting tapu / culturally sensitive places in NZ 14 November 201714 November 2017.

  'Holy Rock'...... Which was graffitied. As an Aussie who has done many of the more well-known walks in Australia, I ...

• KreigKreig discussed Which Pack to Choose? 5 November 20175 November 2017.

  Sounds exciting!

• KreigKreig discussed Also looking for advice and/or a partner in May 5 November 20175 November 2017.

  If the day you cross the Harris Saddle happens to be a clear day, please allow for - and do! ...

• KreigKreig discussed Flyable cheap hut design 4 September 20174 September 2017.

  I think I've just found a home I'd be happy to buy. :)

• KreigKreig discussed tender for paparoa track bridges 4 September 20174 September 2017.

  Here's the approved track. http://www.doc.govt.nz/Documents/parks-and-recreation/tracks-and-walks/west-coast/pike-29-memorial-track-brochure.pdf Take note of the hut locations. Any money it'll only be a matter of a few ...

• KreigKreig discussed Two new Great Walks 3 September 20173 September 2017.

  Ok, here's how the Pike 29 Great Walk has come to be. I've known this for a long time, but

• KreigKreig discussed Tent ideas 2 September 20172 September 2017.

  I simply don't buy single-skin tents. For the reasons you just mentioned. Pretty much anywhere I've ever used them. ;)

• KreigKreig discussed Boonies Kaimai boots 2 September 20172 September 2017.

  Having looked them up, they look decent. I wouldn't mind knowing if they can take crampons. I'm not above the ...

• KreigKreig discussed What's your favorite...? 2 September 20172 September 2017.

  I carry multiple fire-lighting methods. I've been caught out in the environment (as I'm sure most of us have), and

• KreigKreig discussed rather than tents lets talk about poles 13 August 201713 August 2017.

  In May 2011 I attempted an unofficial record on the Bibbulmun Track in Western Australia, a 1000km hiking track running

• KreigKreig discussed Holdsworth to Totora Flats 5 June 20175 June 2017.

  Fair enough.

• KreigKreig discussed Southlanders, I have arrived! 3 June 20173 June 2017.

  Ok, so here's the thing; I've made the conscious decision to give up my trip to Nepal (including losing all ...

• KreigKreig discussed Back Country Cuisine - on SALE again. 11 May 201711 May 2017.

  Could be. But that's when a lot of us buy that less-than-desirable brand. But it could also be that as ...

• KreigKreig discussed stewart island 11 May 201711 May 2017.

  I freakin' LOVE Stewart Island! And now that I'm going to be based here in Invers for the next few ...

• KreigKreig discussed Robust Inflatable Sleeping Matt 23 April 201723 April 2017.

  I know. I'll upgrade when mine stops being so freakin' awesome! ;)

• KreigKreig discussed 48km in a day, HUGE thanks to Gaiters! 21 April 201721 April 2017.

  I agree. Not submersible, but held up to a decent downpour on Stewart Island the other day.

• KreigKreig discussed How do you store your water bladder? 7 April 20177 April 2017.

  Yep. A combination of water and electrolytes. When conducting heavy, sustained exercise.

• KreigKreig discussed pseudonyms or `trail names` on the Te Araroa 30 March 201730 March 2017.

  Yep. Yet another example of dumb-arsery.

• KreigKreig discussed 1080 26 March 201726 March 2017.

  Check out PAPP. VERY excited to see this getting used in NZ; targeting stoats! AND there's an antidote! :)

• KreigKreig discussed Fiordland / Western Southland options 12 March 201712 March 2017.

  G'day Chris. I'm currently based in Te Anau/Manapouri. Want to catch up and have a chat about local options? PM ...

• KreigKreig discussed Suggestion..... 27 February 201727 February 2017.

  Now you've got it! Tramper NZ ta moko! :D

• KreigKreig discussed Dusky 11 February 201711 February 2017.

  Dusky for me is going to have to wait until the end of the season (30th April). I'm now working

• KreigKreig discussed Stand by, stand by..... 2 January 20172 January 2017.

  High team! Merry Christmas and all that jazz. Hope you're having a cracker of a festive season! I've been a bit

• KreigKreig discussed Totara flats track and or Mt Holdsworth 1 January 20171 January 2017.

  Most levels of fitness can do both in a couple of days. Have fun! :)

• KreigKreig discussed Routeburn in a week and Kepler soon after 17 November 201617 November 2016.

  As mentioned, you have to book. And during Great Walks season, there are wardens who check your booking. So I ...

• KreigKreig discussed Packin' it! 7 November 20167 November 2016.

  It does. Cheers Madpom. Good info. :)

• KreigKreig discussed Car share for Rob Roy Glacier or Roy's Peak Wanaka 6 November 20166 November 2016.

  Hi. I'd touch base with local backpacker lodges. Many people in Wanaka are there for the same thing. Good luck!

• KreigKreig added the photograph, Routeburn Track 28 October 201628 October 2016.

  Just below the Harris Saddle, looking back to the east. Got defeated by the saddle; just too dangerous. Turned back ...

• KreigKreig added the photograph, Routeburn Flats Hut 28 October 201628 October 2016.

  "I'm dreaming of a white Christmas"....

• KreigKreig added the photograph, Bealey Spur 27 October 201627 October 2016.

  Looking up the Waimakariri River towards the spine of the alps. A great 2-3 hour return trip up the spur to ...