Bush Consolidation Trip - Mt Cook National Park March 26, 2022
This is a 3-day Bush Consolidation Tramp
Bush Consolidation Trip Overview
On this bush consolidation trip, you will have the opportunity to practice the skills learnt across our courses in a tramp setting. The tramp allows time for those who are looking to gain more confidence or support in getting into an advanced tramping route/off-track trip with an instructor. This is an above the bush line trip where you can expect mixed terrain travel and camping in tents.
Delivered by our highly skilled local guides and instructors you will have the opportunity to be in the driver’s seat to make the decisions around route choice, weather and the group with the safety net of an instructor to support you.
We have designed the overview of the route and we complete all the planning for you. After a handover in the morning before we leave, the group then takes over and manages the tramp while being overseen by the instructor. If there are a few skills you would like to revisit or practice for refinement across the trip the instructor will be happy to cover these with you. However, this is not a teaching course so no new skills will be taught.
This is a popular course for people looking to take on overnight trips that may take you over alpine passes or for people looking to gain confidence in the wilderness and explore the New Zealand backcountry.
Prerequisites
*A minimum OENZ 2-day bushcraft course or equivalent is required to attend this consolidation tramp.
Consolidation Tramp Location
3-day Mount Cook Trip
Mt Cook Village to Muller Hut
Day 1:
Arrive at Mt Cook Village and begin our walk to Mueller Hut.
A stop at Sealey tarns for a break and photos is a must.
Day 2:
Explore the Annette plateau area and immerse yourself in the truly spectacular local terrain.
Day 3:
Mueller hut – to Mt Cook Village – Home
This makes up the bones of the trip however variations are possible and will be decided by the group and instructor on the trip.
ACCOMMODATION
The tramp will spend a mix of tenting and
backcountry huts for our accommodation depending on the weather forecast.
GEAR & EQUIPMENT
Just bring along your normal tramping/hiking kit, a compass, and some food. We will send you a detailed gear list once your booking has been processed.
If you’re not sure you have everything you need for the course, no need to stress. We have all the gear and equipment available for you to hire. Just add a note to your booking or give us a call to organize your gear rental in advance.
FOOD
This is a self-catered course, please pack all of your meals and snacks for the duration of the course.
TRANSPORT
Free transport is available from any Christchurch accommodation if your travelling from out of town to attend one of our Bush training courses.
Meeting Locations
If you have your own transport please meet us at one of the following locations.
Yaldhurst Mcdonalds 8:00 am
Darfield Bakery 8:30 am
Castle Hill Village 9:15 am
*Our preferred meeting location is Darfield Bakery.
TRAVELLING FROM OUT OF TOWN?
We recommend that you arrive in Christchurch the day before your course. We have a few hotel & hostel suggestions on our FAQ’s page. Please avoid booking accommodation north or east of the city centre. At the end of the course, we are more than happy to drop you back at your accommodation or directly to the airport. The earliest time we can have you back at the airport is 6 pm.
When is the next bushcraft consolidation course?
We run two of these a season (October – May). Visit our Course Calendar for scheduled course dates. Custom courses can be created on alternative dates by request.
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Price: $1199
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* This is the early bird booking price, standard rates available on the course calendar.
This Bushcraft Consolidation Includes
Reading Topographic maps (NZ topo50)
- Above the bush line navigation
- Scale and distance
- Orientating a map using features
- Refining contour interpretation
Traveling contour features
- Ridges
- Spurs
- Gullies
- Saddles
- Highpoints
Using a compass
- Field: field bearings
- Refining compass technique
Advanced walking techniques in steep terrain
- Poles for bracing
- Scree – traversing, ascending/descending
River Crossing
- Hazards
- River characteristics
- Decision Making
- River crossing methods
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See what our clients have to say
“I came on this trip to learn more so I can expand our outdoor education club at school. Sarah’s passion for the outdoors was infectious, and her practical knoweldge was built on years of experience, highly recommend.” Lesley Mansell
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Field Based Course Highlights
- See above for details
Prerequisites
- see above
