No matter how careful you are, sometimes things go wrong. What’s the best way to summon help? Always take communication equipment suitable for your trip; it could be a life-saver in emergencies such as injury, getting lost or bluffed. With cell phone network provider OneNZ soon to offer full coverage throughout New Zealand thanks to […]
About the author
Heather Grady
Heather Grady is an instructor with Outdoor Training New Zealand
The 2026 Wilderness Outdoor Photographer of the Year competition
A tale of adventure and tragedy
Mt Peel, Kahurangi National Park
A lofty location for Brass Monkey
Get lost and suffer
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