Outdoor safety

People hiking on the hill

Student hiking in New Zealand

“Weather in New Zealand can change alarmingly quickly, so it’s important to always be prepared.”

Rosemary Sobrinski — US Study Abroad student

What you need to know

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Bush (New Zealand forest)

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Water

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Snow

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Sun

Safety when hiking/tramping in NZ

Some top tips to help you stay safe while hiking in New Zealand:

Mahinga kai/Mahika kai, and hunting and fishing in New Zealand

An overview of lake and mountain

Earthquakes and tsunamis

Be ready for an earthquake

Keep exploring

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