Freeze-Drying? What is it?

by | Jul 25, 2020 | Food

When you think of freeze-drying, you probably think of outdoor food instantly, right? But have you ever thought what is actually involved in getting the food dried and ready for you to re-hydrate? Well read on and see what is involved with drying the food, and see why...

The most important meal of the trip

by | Jul 21, 2020 | Food

As the old saying goes “breakfast is the most important meal of the day”, and I have to agree especially when it comes to tramping. What ever time you leave home for your adventure, always make sure you have breakfast first. Your body needs this fuel to...

Rain

by | Jul 17, 2020 | Multiday Trips

We’ve all been there, that one (or more) memorable trip where it just doesn’t stop raining. I’ve definitely been there and done that. For me this trip was my first time doing the Milford Track in Fiordland. This trip was definitely all about the...

Food Glorious Food

by | Jul 8, 2020 | Food

“A crude meal, no doubt, but the best of all sauces is hunger.” – Edward AbbeyFrom one day to several days, there is one question on everyone’s mind…FOOD!! How much do I take? What do I take? How much will it weigh? Well the answer to this really...

Survival thanks to a PLB

by | Jul 5, 2020 | Gear

TRAMPER SUFFERING HEART ATTACK IS RESCUED AFTER ACTIVATION OF PERSONAL LOCATOR BEACONWe were four very experienced trampers heading over to the West Coast for a weekend trip. The plan was to drive to Hokitika, on to the start of the track and walk in to Boo Boo Hut...