Back to basics II: Winter

June 2017

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Be aware of the forecast – in winter, weather changes can be extremely dangerous. Photo: Claire Garner
Wilderness has paired with with the Wanaka Search and Rescue team on a four-part series reviewing basic backcountry skills. Part II looks at winter Winter conditions up the ante,” says Gary Dickson, a professional mountain guide and search and rescue (SAR) veteran of 40 years, 20 of which have been with the Wanaka SAR team. “Winter […]
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