John Burke

WanakaSAR sub-alpine team coordinator John Burke

December 2018

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December 2018

WanakaSAR sub-alpine team coordinator John Burke has been volunteering for one of the busiest SAR teams in the country for 10 years. This is what he packs on a typical callout.

Pack My pack is a Fairydown Phoenix, which is still my favourite. It’s a little heavier than some packs, but it’s still in great shape after many years. I also carry a 3-litre Platypus water bladder. Sleeping I use an MSR Hubba Hubba tent – it’s light and comfortable for one, but easily fits two […]
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