Land Adventures
From tramping and camping to canyoning and caving, mountain biking, hunting and 4×4 driving – plus much more. Whatever your land-based activity, make sure you ‘know before you go’ and keep yourself safe while you enjoy a whole host of activities.
Use the Outdoor Safety Code as a guide for essential preparation and complete your Outdoors Intentions to tell someone your plans.
| Plan your trip Seek local knowledge and plan the route you will take and the amount of time you can reasonably expect it to take. |
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| Tell someone Tell someone your plans and leave a date to raise the alarm if you haven’t returned. |
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| Be aware of the weather New Zealand’s weather can be highly unpredictable. Check the forecast and expect weather changes. |
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| Know your limits Challenge yourself within your physical limits and experience. Learn safe ways of rescuing others without putting yourself in danger. |
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| Take sufficient supplies Make sure you have enough food, clothing, equipment and emergency rations for the worst-case scenario. Take an appropriate means of communication . |
