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Wharfedale Hut / Black Hill Hut loop and return
Track.
2 – 3 days. Easy/medium. Return via same track.
We were waiting for a good settled weekend to get into the hills. Alot of snow damaged branches along the way but generally pretty cruisy to the Dobson Stream/Black Hill turnoff. Didn't want to risk travel up to Black Hill ...
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striderstrider updated the hut, Lyell Hut
23 September 202323 September.
Mountain radio no longer in service/due for removal
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striderstrider added the photograph, Lyell Hut
22 March 202222 March 2022.
Lyell Hut rebuild completed 2022 Thanks CMC volunteers, Backcountry Trust, D.O.C and Rakaia Helicopters
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striderstrider added the photograph, Lyell Hut
22 March 202222 March 2022.
New Lyell Hut completed March 2022 Thanks CMC Volunteers, Backcountry Trust and Rakaia Helicopters
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striderstrider added the photograph, Somewhere
1 May 20201 May 2020.
Out there
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striderstrider updated the hut, Waimakariri Falls Hut
15 February 202015 February 2020.
Solar lighting Mountain radio added 2019
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striderstrider added the photograph, Lyell Hut
10 June 201910 June 2019.
Early June 2019
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striderstrider added the photograph, Lyell Hut
10 June 201910 June 2019.
Upper Rakaia looking toward Lyell glacier area
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striderstrider updated the photograph, Harman Pass
19 January 201919 January 2019.
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striderstrider added the photograph, Harman Pass
18 January 201918 January 2019.
From Mary Creek looking up towards Harman Pass
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striderstrider discussed Two person/ double entry tent
6 December 20176 December 2017.
We have two (Zempire) Freedom Sequel 2 Person tents for family tramps and they have been excellent. The Sequel model ...
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striderstrider discussed Webtogs website and day track.
12 November 201712 November 2017.
2nd vote for Ben Lomond, especially if you combine it with the Moonlight track to Arthur's Point. You'll need transport ...
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striderstrider added the photograph, Tarn Col
8 July 20178 July 2017.
Climb up to Tarn Col from East Otehake
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striderstrider added the photograph, Tarn Col
8 July 20178 July 2017.
Looking towards Tarn Col from Walker Pass
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striderstrider added the photograph, Sefton Bivy
10 October 201610 October 2016.
Sefton Bivy, Mt Cook NP
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striderstrider discussed Tramper's close call near Alpha hut, Tararuas
22 August 201622 August 2016.
RIP :( Without sounding insensitive I think it's better to go out doing something you love than dribbling out your years ...
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striderstrider discussed Guardians or Looters?
20 June 201620 June 2016.
@Gaiters, I'd never heard of Dick Proenneke before, but I've just watched some excerpts on You Tube. What a remarkable
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1strider1strider discussed Multi-Day tramps by Mt. Cook/Aoraki
27 March 201627 March 2016.
@ddcura I second Madpoms suggestions. There are alot of nice tramps out the back of Ohau. Mueller Hut will still have ...
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1strider1strider added the photograph, Mingha Valley
22 March 201622 March 2016.
View up the Mingha from Dudley Knob
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1strider1strider discussed 1/2 price gas
30 January 201630 January 2016.
@geeves, all very true :) For most trips I use an upright Vargo Titanium cooker but anything outside in winter, especially
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1strider1strider discussed Brit registered PLB ?.
11 January 201611 January 2016.
I don't want to sound ageist, but 8pm at night? Was he traversing over from Husky Flat and bit off more ...
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1strider1strider discussed Milford track in the winter
30 December 201530 December 2015.
I agree with PW, Ballolard, Izogi & Geoff While the idea of doing the Milford in winter sounds exotic and adventurous
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1strider1strider discussed Another exciting day in the hills
14 December 201514 December 2015.
I think you're forgetting about the lizard people:)
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1strider1strider discussed Rotorua Lake Waikaremoana
7 November 20157 November 2015.
That's classic PhilipW :) I wonder if we haven't lost something with health & safety being what it is now? Maybe a ...
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1strider1strider added the photograph, Williams Saddle
3 November 20153 November 2015.
Creek bed before sidling true right after cairn to gain tussock approach to saddle
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1strider1strider added the photograph, Williams Saddle
3 November 20153 November 2015.
Creek Bed approach before sidling true right to saddle after cairn
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1strider1strider added the photograph, Williams Saddle
3 November 20153 November 2015.
Descending northwest creek bed chute back down to Edwards Hut from point 1497
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1strider1strider discussed 2 seedling la lakers 109
19 October 201519 October 2015.
This thread is positively inspiring. I'm reminded of a Goon show episode in which Major Bloodnock burnt all their provisions to ...
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1strider1strider discussed Te Araroa / Great Walks pack list
31 August 201531 August 2015.
http://www.gearshop.co.nz/collections/sleeping-bags/products/dd-hammocks-jura-2-sleeping-bag-xl-olive Looks like a bulky beast, but has a waterproof foot-box as described. On special at the moment too :)
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1strider1strider discussed Hallmark rainjacket
13 August 201513 August 2015.
A couple of good tried & true options http://www.macpac.co.nz/womens/jackets-vests/jackets/copland-jacket-womens.html http://www.bivouac.co.nz/clothing/womens-clothing/womens-jackets/earth-sea-sky-women-s-hydrophobia-jacket.html
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1strider1strider discussed Tramp vs Hobo
4 July 20154 July 2015.
A good book to read if you get the chance is “High Endeavour by William Vance” It is an excellent history ...
