I've been running around in the hills for 25+ years, but this is very first three-season tent I have owned. In the past I've always either had a full on mountaineering tent or a lightweight tarp and while I still have both, I've come to recognize my need for something in between.
NZAC is now also moving to a booking system for alpine huts, starting with French Ridge and Colin Todd, and moving onto Centennial and Pioneer in due course.
Black and white image of snowy mountain
I really hate alpine starts. I am someone who likes my sleep. I climb so...
Timber and stone hut in forest setting
After a significant project to rebuild Aspiring Hut and ensure it remains standing for many...
Aspiring Hut Tramp - Left to right are Alfie, Florence, Gilan, Rowan
The iconic Aspiring Hut has been a base for many adventurers, young and old, for...
Man in kayak
Members who volunteer their time to the wider climbing community through volunteer instruction, running events...

The Banff Mountain Film Festival is held every autumn at the Banff Centre in Alberta...

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At the recently held NZAC AGM, Patricia Prendergast was the recipient of the Club Volunteer

For over three decades, photographer Peter Laurenson has repeatedly visited Khumbu, the Nepalese gateway to...

As an 18 year old Maddy had never been tramping before embarking on an Outward...