2009 has started with one school ordering 35 packs twice for two different school trip to the snow. Auckland Grammar is setting a great example here teaching their students about correct mountain safety and equipment.
Another fatality in our mountains in July shows the necessity for everyone to be constantly aware of the avalanche risks.
Check out the avalanche website before you go. www.avalanche.co.nz also a seven day forecast can be seen at www.metvuw.co.nz
Available Avalanche Courses in NZ see NZMSC website www.mountainsafety.org.nz/avalanche
