November 11, 2025
The idea of seeing snow did not eventuate in Te Anau and Manapouri. A couple of 0˚C nights but so much 10˚C sun in the daytime meant no snow down low.
Plenty of walking, and awesome camping.
I am having one winter camp each winter month. This was my third, in August. (See Issue 12 for the first two.) 🏕️
Portobello | Invercargill
©2025 Andrew Morton
February 4, 2026
Hot soup and warm bread are a great combination in winter. Here’s a couple of simple soup recipes that I make regularly and two self-saucing puddings.
February 4, 2026
If the idea of camping via sea kayak appeals to you, meet other like-minded women kayakers in our WoW SK community
February 4, 2026
In good, weather-related news, the road replacing the Manawatu Gorge, Te Ahu a Turanga, has opened, as has the Ōtaki Gorge Rd to the Ōtaki Forks DOC campground, in Kapiti.
February 4, 2026
Night time sounds can seem louder and closer than they actually are.
February 4, 2026
We decided to have a camping train as there were 3 events being held during March at Havelock, Nelson and Greymouth.
February 4, 2026
Membership support, Friendly, inclusive camping events, Nationwide savings, Lobbying support for campers’ rights.
February 4, 2026
Oh no! After all the rain in the deep south the gravel track had turned to slush
February 4, 2026
Staying near the ski fields.
February 4, 2026
April is a spectacular time of year to be in this alpine landscape.
February 4, 2026
June 19. June 21. June 25.
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