A wrap of the biggest stories and best writing about the outdoors from New Zealand and around the world. It’s that time of year, the annual pilgrimage of trampers to DOC’s booking website in hopes of securing a limited spot on a Great Walk. DOC is switching to a two-week staggered rollout this year. It’s […]
About the author
Justin Sprecher
Wilderness newsletter editor and contributor Justin Sprecher is a tramper, thru-hiker and trail runner with a passion for wild backcountry. He has been writing and photographing for outdoor publications for more than a decade and holds a degree in film studies and communications from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. His writing has featured in publications in New Zealand and North America and his films have screened at festivals worldwide.
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