Red tussocks are worthy of admiration
MIL OSI – Source: Department of Conservation – Release/Statement Headline: Red tussocks are worthy of admiration What is so special about the red tussock (Chionochloa rubra) on the Gouland Downs you might ask as you plod past them on the way to the next hut? Harry Broad, DOC writer in residence, explains why this “dull […]
Read More →The ultimate ten-day Northland, New Zealand itinerary
MIL OSI – Source: Department of Conservation – Release/Statement Headline: The ultimate ten-day Northland, New Zealand itinerary Planning on visiting Northland? This ten-day road trip itinerary will help you make the most of your visit to the beautiful north, and includes some of the best walks and hikes New Zealand has to offer. This itinerary […]
Read More →Unicycling through Molesworth Station
MIL OSI – Source: Department of Conservation – Release/Statement Headline: Unicycling through Molesworth Station Endurance sportsman Lee Griggs is attempting to cycle the Molesworth Station on a unicycle to raise funds for mental health. Lee tells us why… Living in the Lower Awatere Valley, I often gaze up the valley in awe of its natural […]
Read More →The ultimate two-week South Island, New Zealand itinerary
MIL OSI – Source: Department of Conservation – Release/Statement Headline: The ultimate two-week South Island, New Zealand itinerary Planning on visiting our scenic South Island? This two-week road trip itinerary will help you make the most of your visit to the rugged south, and includes some of the best walks and hikes New Zealand has […]
Read More →Top 7 things to do in Western Southland
MIL OSI – Source: Department of Conservation – Release/Statement Headline: Top 7 things to do in Western Southland Looking for the perfect summer adventure? Escape the city and head to the bottom of the world – Western Southland – a very special corner of New Zealand. Surrounded by the towering peaks of Fiordland to the west, the […]
Read More →Our stories of 2017
MIL OSI – Source: Department of Conservation – Release/Statement Headline: Our stories of 2017 2017 has been a big year for DOC and conservation. We look back at some of our stories over the year. January: A #RoyalCam star is born We welcomed the newest #RoyalCam star, who later in the year, would be given […]
Read More →Training tips for taking on a Great Walk
MIL OSI – Source: Department of Conservation – Release/Statement Headline: Training tips for taking on a Great Walk Dreaming of taking on one of the spectacular Great Walks but feel like you need some more training under your belt? Here are some helpful tips just for you… 1. Forget the elevator, take the stairs! First up let’s […]
Read More →Instagram-worthy walks you’ve probably never heard of
MIL OSI – Source: Department of Conservation – Release/Statement Headline: Instagram-worthy walks you’ve probably never heard of New Zealand is packed with dramatic landscapes and unique places that are perfect for filling up that Instagram feed. Here’s a few less-explored walks for you to snap some eye-poppin’ shots on this summer! 1. Mount Manaia Track […]
Read More →Get to know New Zealand better on a Great Ride
MIL OSI – Source: Department of Conservation – Release/Statement Headline: Get to know New Zealand better on a Great Ride By Sarah Bennett ‘Amazing landscapes’, ‘breathtaking scenery’ and ‘stunning vistas’ are all well and good, but this country deserves better than being judged on its looks alone. So why not saddle up this summer and […]
Read More →Keeping up with the Green Hut Track Group
MIL OSI – Source: Department of Conservation – Release/Statement Headline: Keeping up with the Green Hut Track Group By Ali Rogers, DOC. There’s a fantastic and dedicated group of volunteers in Dunedin. They head out every Wednesday, rain or shine, and clear DOC’s back-country tracks for hikers to enjoy. The Green Hut Track Group have […]
Read More →Queen Charlotte Track: A partnership with many
MIL OSI – Source: Department of Conservation – Release/Statement Headline: Queen Charlotte Track: A partnership with many The Queen Charlotte Track, while not an official Great Walk, is considered pretty great by the thousands of walkers and mountain bikers that experience all or part of it each year. But what makes it truly special, is […]
Read More →New Zealand winter hiking tips
MIL OSI – Source: Department of Conservation – Release/Statement Headline: New Zealand winter hiking tips “The mountain’s not going anywhere. If I play it safe today I can always come back and try again and again” – Sorrel, Ranger, Egmont National Park Visitor Centre Exploring New Zealand’s winter wilderness is an experience like no other. You’ll […]
Read More →Kenneth’s guide to the alternative route (Picton to Christchurch)
MIL OSI – Source: Department of Conservation – Release/Statement Headline: Kenneth’s guide to the alternative route (Picton to Christchurch) State Highway 1 between Picton and Kaikoura remains closed due to slips triggered by the November earthquake. If you’re driving between Picton and Christchurch this summer, you’ll need to take the Alternative Route. Luckily, there’s plenty of natural places […]
Read More →‘Summer Photo Challenge’ launched
MIL OSI – Source: Department of Conservation – Release/Statement Headline: ‘Summer Photo Challenge’ launched In the lead up to Christmas, DOC is supporting the Mental Health Foundation with the ‘Summer Photo Challenge’ through the Healthy Nature, Healthy People initiative. Healthy Nature Healthy People is a movement aimed to encourage kiwis to connect with nature – […]
Read More →Notes from a journey to planet Outward Bound
MIL OSI – Source: Department of Conservation – Release/Statement Headline: Notes from a journey to planet Outward Bound DOC offers Outward Bound course scholarships to say thanks to the young people protecting our nature and our natural places. Natalie de Burgh was a previous scholarship recipient, she shares her experience. Outward Bound was not what I expected. […]
Read More →Connect with nature for Mental Health Awareness Week
MIL OSI – Source: Department of Conservation – Release/Statement Headline: Connect with nature for Mental Health Awareness Week This week is Mental Health Awareness Week (10-16 October). The theme of this year’s week is “Connect with nature for good mental health and wellbeing”. The theme reflects DOC’s new partnership with the Mental Health Foundation, which came about from […]
Read More →A mid-winter Outward Bound adventure
MIL OSI – Source: Department of Conservation – Release/Statement Headline: A mid-winter Outward Bound adventure DOC offers Outward Bound course scholarships to say thanks to the young people protecting our nature and our natural places. Guy McDonald was a previous scholarship recipient, he shares his experience. Doing an Outward Bound course in the middle of winter […]
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