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19th December 2024

4 min

MSC Welcomes Launch of One NZ Satellite TXT Service

Media Release | MSC says the launch of the One NZ Satellite TXT Service will bring improved access to communication for more Kiwis venturing into the outdoors.

16th December 2024

4 min

Get Prepared Before You Hit the Hills This Summer

Story | No matter what your motivation for hunts this summer, if you’ve been out of the game over winter and spring, give some thought and planning to your first...

Thumbnail of Archway at Mautohe Cathedral Cove | PHOTO Daniel Fernandes de Oliveira

2nd December 2024

4min

Safety First as Mautohe Cathedral Cove Reopens for Summer

Story | After being closed for almost two years, the Mautohe Cathedral Cove Walk near Hahei on the Coromandel has reopened to the public.

26th November 2024

8 min

Climbing Incident Highlights Critical Turning Points

Story | An avoidable near-miss climbing incident at Bullock Creek in Paparoa National Park was a wake-up call for one of the three climbers, prompting them to reflect on the...

22nd November 2024

4 min

Day Trippers Urged to Go Prepared After Recent Rescues

Media Release | NZ Mountain Safety Council (MSC) is urging day walkers and trail runners venturing into the great outdoors this summer to go prepared. This follows several rescues this...

Thumbnail of Mitre Peak, Tararua National Park

20th November 2024

8 min

Fast and Light: Lessons From Te Araroa

Story | Stefan Ozich is running Te Araroa to raise money for men’s mental health. His support runner, Sam Pendreigh, shares some crucial safety learnings from the trip so far....

Thumbnail of Centennial Hut | Credit Bianca Bratton

8th November 2024

2 min

Updated Avalanche Forecast Elevations for Aoraki and Aspiring

Notice | The New Zealand Avalanche Advisory (NZAA) has adjusted the avalanche forecast elevation bands for the Aoraki/Mt Cook and Aspiring regions as the snow line begins to recede in...

Thumbnail of Trampers Robert Ridge Nelson Lakes

23rd October 2024

6 min

Call for Trampers to be Well-Prepared This Labour Weekend

Media Release | NZ Mountain Safety Council (MSC) is reminding trampers to plan their trips thoroughly and be prepared for all conditions to prevent avoidable safety incidents when heading into...

Thumbnail of Darryn Pegram crossing swing-bridge over Travers River, Nelson Lakes NP Nelson | Credit Shaun Barnett

14th October 2024

7 min

Walking Poles: What You Need to Know 

Story | With the help of Glenn Campbell at Mountain Adventure, we’ve put together a useful guide to help you decide whether you’ll need poles for an upcoming trip.

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