Tag: backcountry safety
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Two climbers found dead after missing in Fiordland’s bucket list peak
Tragic conclusion to a Fiordland ascent The bodies of two climbers who vanished while attempting a renowned Fiordland National Park peak have been recovered, police confirmed on Sunday. The incident casts a shadow over what many mountaineers describe as a bucket list ascent in one of New Zealand’s most rugged backcountry regions. While the precise…
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Great Walk Season Delayed as Tracks Damaged by Bad Weather
South Island Great Walks Face Weather-Related Delays and Closures The start of New Zealand’s iconic Great Walk season has been disrupted by a bout of bad weather sweeping the South Island. With heavy winds, rain, and avalanche risks affecting high-alpine routes, several trails are temporarily closed or partially restricted as maintenance teams assess damage and…