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Online mapping links
Updated 23 Jan 2021 08:51
A collection of resources to help you plan and explore.
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Double Crossing of the Wild Man Brothers Range
Updated 2 Jan 2021 23:33
A 3 day trip going from the head of the Cameron River in the Hakatere over the above range to ...
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An Unexpected Ascent of Mt Taylor
Updated 6 Jul 2020 21:18
A day trip to climb the highest peak in the Canterbury foothills.
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Double Crossing of Mt Thomas into the Pinchgut Hut
Updated 11 Dec 2019 22:27
Weekend trip in recent snow with the Okuku River running too high for people to cross it and stay at ...
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Croisilles Hill, Marborough Sounds
Updated 4 Oct 2019 20:24
A day trip for our top of the topo's project from Okiwi Bay.
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Sandfly point to Milford
Updated 4 Feb 2019 19:48
Independent travel from Sandfly point to Milford, Milford track.
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Understanding New Zealand coordinate systems
Updated 10 Sep 2017 23:30
A beginner's guide to the different coordinate systems in use in New Zealand.
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Great Walks Information
Updated 25 Nov 2016 21:57
The DOC Great Walks are a set of premium tramping tracks throughout New Zealand.
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Beginners' guide to... Visiting New Zealand
Updated 5 Sep 2015 16:42
Coming hiking in New Zealand? Here's some basic local information to get you started.
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Beginners' guide to... your first time out
Updated 5 Sep 2015 14:43
How to get started on your first overnight tramp.
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Beginners' guide to...staying safe
Updated 5 Sep 2015 13:58
Key risks to be aware of in the back country, plus a few non-lethal annoyances!
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Beginners' guide to... Backcountry Huts
Updated 25 Aug 2015 23:29
If you've never stayed in a tramping hut, walking into the wilderness on the way to a hut can feel ...
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Record your intentions
Updated 27 Jul 2015 17:15
Several services are available to help you record your trip intentions.
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River Crossing 101
Updated 4 Jun 2015 11:41
NZ outdoors has lots of rivers, lots of rain, and not so many bridges; so learning to cross rivers safely ...
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Huts
Updated 5 May 2015 13:55
"The important rules are courtesy, respect and cooperation."
Phillip has prepared some more in depth information on the responsible use and ...
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Tramping NZ - the basics
Updated 21 Apr 2015 16:28
Planning your first tramping trip? There are plenty of people who will answer your questions. Here's some ideas to get ...
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Biosecurity
Updated 27 Feb 2013 11:43
New Zealand has strict biosecurity regulations to protect our environment. Here's what you need to know.
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A short history of long walks in Aotearoa
Updated 16 Aug 2012 11:31
An interesting summary of the origins of tramping in New Zealand, and how it has become part of the Kiwi ...
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Tramping in New Zealand: The Basics
Updated 16 Apr 2012 21:32
This page will help to answer your most basic questions about tramping in New Zealand
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Part Two Reading Antimodernism while tramping to Koropuku Hut/Big Tops Hut….
Updated 10 May 2011 04:25
An examination into the National psyche, the ENVIRONMENT, that like the Grass in Lloyd Jones' Novel Mr Pip, has "Far ...
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National parks
Updated 5 Apr 2010 17:52
National parks are established to preserve natural and historic features in a near original state, while facilitating recreational activities such ...
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Free summer tramps
Updated 4 Dec 2009 14:28
Check out the summer tramps offered by aucklandtramping.org.nz. They are free, with everyone dubbing in for petrol. Try ther classic ...
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Bus for less fuss
Updated 19 Jun 2009 14:49
I mention advantages of a bus for tramping/hiking.
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Gourmet Tramping in New Zealand
Updated 6 May 2009 15:15
A book recently available for the Backcountry Comfort Seeker
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Weather forecasts
Updated 12 Jan 2009 08:05
Links to mountain weather forecasts for all of New Zealand
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Track grades
Updated 5 Mar 2008 00:38
A summary of the grading system for track and route difficulty used on this site. Please note that these gradings ...
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Clubs for younger trampers
Updated 23 Jul 2007 14:42
I describe ongoing efforts by an Auckland club to meet the needs of younger trampers.
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Walking/hunting with dogs: the risk of poisons
Updated 27 Jan 2007 15:01
A summary of poisons used in NZ and their risk to dogs.
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Walking with dogs
Updated 10 Oct 2006 21:55
A collection of ideas for places to walk with your dog.
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New Zealand Environmental Care Code
Updated 31 Oct 2001 00:19
The New Zealand Environmental Care Code is a checklist of ten guidelines to help you protect the natural environment.
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