Our Book
The Book That Gets You
Off The Couch & On The Track
25+ Walks. Inspiring Content. NZ Made.
This isn't a generic guidebook. I've walked every track in these pages myself — boots, blisters and all. You'll get maps, elevation profiles, and honest track notes for each of the 26 walks, plus a welcome from each host: the people who share their private land with walkers. It's been printed and bound right here in Canterbury; this book is inspiring and helps you choose, plan, and go.
Making It Real
Our book, like this video, features a rich storytelling element that goes beyond what a standard travel guide offers. Behind each walk are country people who share their personal journeys and passion, bringing their walks to life. This is demonstrated in the video by Tom O'Brien, a multi-generational landowner at Welcome Rock Trails who hand-built his multi-day walk and ride to share with others. Watch his short story and be inspired.
So Join Us!
Mapping the high country
Author Profile
"I've spent my career on New Zealand's tracks — mapping routes for the Department of Conservation, designing a brand-new Great Walk, and helping landowners build some of the private walks in this very book. This project brings all of that together: everything I wish I'd had in with me on my first private walk." — Gary Patterson