The added weight of a person on a slope can cause unstable snow layers to fail like a house of cards with the result that hundreds of tonnes of snow can avalanche with potentially tragic consequences. Basic avalanche awareness will help you understand the avalanche phenomenon, the terrain on which they occur and the mechanics […]
The 2026 Wilderness Outdoor Photographer of the Year competition
Tongariro Northern Circuit huts no longer first-in, first-served during winter
25 huts to visit in 2025
A lofty location for Brass Monkey
Iron Lake, Kahurangi National Park
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