Mt Robert / Pourangahau Loop, Nelson Lakes NP, 5 Apr 2025

This walk was my first as a Trip Leader, a trip leader virgin if you will. As such I chose a walk that I've walked many times; often taking visitors here for a day walk with stunning views; normally, if not always in fine weather. Which was not the...

Sylvester Hut / Lake Lockett camping, Kahurangi NP, 28 Mar 2025

A small but keen group of 5 set off for this adventure after lunch on Friday. By the time we picked up Rob from Motueka, drove over the Takaka Hill and into the Cobb, it was about 4pm. We completed the easy walk up the 4WD track to Sylvester Hut on a...

Bryant range viewpoint, Mt Richmond Forest Park, 23 Mar 2025

After a couple of failed attempts, I can finally make this trip happen thanks to 3 other brave trampers registering for the trip. Sadly Marijke cannot come because of a last minute family issue and that leaves 3 of us starting the adventure on a...

Devils Creek Hut – Wakamarina, Marlborough, 16 Mar 2025

Starting on the Wakamarina track, after about 2 km, we diverged off the main track to explore the Doom Track Loop. This wide, benched and historically significant tramping track leaves the main track near Doom Creek. It follows the old water race which...

North Twin, Kahurangi NP, 8 Mar 2025

Day 1: Flora Car Park to Camp The group gathered at the Flora Car Park early in the morning, ensuring gear was packed and ready before setting off at 8:45 am. The weather was chilly but dry, making for pleasant tramping conditions. Our first stop was...