Solar basics for dummies Solar power for us campers is a simple process. All you need is a solar panel, a solar controller, and a battery.

South Island lakes: fill in the blanks Fill in the blanks: South Island Lakes.

The phone is beautiful Take phone to a beautiful lake-edge perch... © 2024 M Richardson

Self containment changes in brief What you need to know if you are currently self-contained, currently certified self-contained, planning to be self-contained, not self-contained, or wanting to freedom camp, now the law has changed.

TIPS: Weekending Making the most of short trips

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Nokomai station Nokomai station on the way to Queenstown. We went there as kids; now we take our kids there.

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The Store cafe and camp – Kekerungu (Marlborough), Stop and Stay It is a popular stopping point. It’s a wee gem to stop and chill out at, even on short notice.

NIWA Winter climate outlook 2024 What is in store for us this winter.

Where are we at with self-containment and freedom camping? If you do not want to freedom camp you do not need the new green warrant. The existing blue standard and blue warrant is still acceptable for all other places that require certified self-containment (so far).

SOG®: Fresh air in your toilet With an electrically powered ventilator, SOG removes odours coming from the toilet eliminating the need for toilet chemicals.