As the seasons change
Love spring road trips. I was going to walk to the end of the valley… On a wild beach. Four of us went camping. Happy Friday. Who’s camping? Home for the next week. Final winter camp at Lake Tekapo
A short trip to some big country — Route 52
A beautiful and remote part of the country. Our flying trip, which covered many kilometres, left a real appetite to head back into this fascinating area.
Road trip for a mid-winter meal
It had been quite some time since I had been to Canterbury and the thought of meeting up with fellow club members, that I hadn’t seen for many months, appealed.
Frustration continues over QLDC’s freedom camping approach
Freedom campers, both international and domestic visitors, face frustration with the proposed bylaw restrictions in the Queenstown Lakes District. Many campers simply refuse to go there.
The hospital visit for my bus
In March my bus went into the Rigs’n Things hospital for some major surgery. The operation was done by Dr Chris with the utmost care and to a very high standard.
Water water everywhere
On a recent club camp I did a wee survey of the parked vehicles, caravans, motorhomes, buses and others to observe the water supply and disposal systems.
A simple camp shower
Our friend Jean Roger said she used old plastic milk bottles to make a simple solar shower. We have just tried this on our sailing holiday and it works brilliantly.
Recipes for camping: Fresh flavours
Spring and summer bring a great array of fresh vegetables. Ingredients like fresh ginger, lime, sesame oil, red curry paste and lemon bring fresh flavours to curries, salads and side dishes.
Lightning risk in RVs
Lightning frightens, but lightning risk in RVs is very low. That risk however is far from random. Here’s how to reduce it yet further.
Travels around the South Island
I wanted to share some photos from my travels around the South Island last winter. I do love the winter down here, with lack of crowds and the snow on the mountains being two of my favourite things.
No snow down low: winter camp 3/3
I am having one winter camp each winter month. This was my third, in August.
Buyer beware update: We won!
We had to go to the Disputes Tribunal regarding our leaky 9 year old caravan.
Windy Pack Down Tips
One of the hardest things to do is to know when enough is enough, and when it’s time to pack up and leave. The very best time is just before the weather event hits.
Campfest South Island
There is something happening for the entire family over this family-orientated weekend.
DOC Update
DOC charges for parking at four South Island sites. Do your bit for nature. Remediated mine becomes a Reefton attraction.
Recipes on the road
Lucy’s gluten-free scones, crustless quiche, zero carb chicken bread loaf , home made butter: Kiwi gold.