Ohau Snowfields, New Zealand Gallery: A Meter-Deep (Over 3-Feet) POW Blast! Report from September 23, 2023 Mighty Ohau Snowfields, nestled within New Zealand’s striking Mackenzie High Country just got a huge fresh shot of wintery life. The family owned and operated mountain hideaway, received one meter (over three feet) of powder snow, in one day–and we were there. Yeehaw, what a difference 24hrs can make! We’re amping for plenty of […] Conditions Report Paulie | September 23, 2023 1 Comment
Mackenzie Country, New Zealand Report: Wind-Whipped To Fiery, Then Flooding…While Nuking Report from September 22, 2023 Far out, totally gnarly (& kinda dangerous) weather. As a result, there’s been zero shredding going on. If we left it there, that would say it all for the Mackenzie this past couple days. It started with gales to rip down power poles, actually a dozen of ’em. Later that night; flames, and a whole […] Conditions Report Paulie | September 22, 2023 0 Comments
Ohau Snowfields, New Zealand Report: Sassy Weather…And Pirate Smiles Report from September 11th thru 13th, 2023 Brilliant then windy, balmy but sudden squalls, a maelstrom yet unshakably chill; the days at Ohau Snowfields have been a confetti burst of eclectic weather. Like the snow which brightens the Mackenzie’s majestic hills, a whole heap of rowdy smiles are holding fast above the shores of Lake Ohau–proving good vibes are indeed […] Conditions Report Paulie | September 13, 2023 0 Comments
Ohau Snowfields, New Zealand Report: Sun-Kissed Cloud Surfing Report from September 8th & 9th, 2023 Brilliant conditions have been the backdrop to recent stunner days at beautiful Ohau Snowfields in New Zealand’s Southern Alps. Sky has been clear, with winds placid as you please, equating to a soft sun-kissed snowpack from one end of Ohau to the other. And as a result, the rippin’ has been super grand. […] Conditions Report Paulie | September 9, 2023 0 Comments
Ohau Snowfields, New Zealand Report: Chasing The Highs Report from September 2nd thru 4th, 2023 Ohau Snowfields, nestled within New Zealand’s striking Mackenzie Country, has enjoyed a recent special span of bright, calm, and absolutely rip-able days. The gem-esque skiing window gracing this fair high country is a welcome up-side to the somewhat fickle presence of Old Man Winter along the South Island. But fear not, one of […] Conditions Report Paulie | September 5, 2023 0 Comments
Cardrona Alpine Resort, New Zealand, Report: Hits, Hijinks, and All Ages Fun Rolled Into One Report from August 23, 2023 A mainstay of New Zealand mountain culture, Cardrona Alpine Resort, outside sun-kissed Wanaka blends seamlessly the full spectrum of an experience on snow. From beginner lessons to family picnics, hiking lines, or hot laps before work, Cardrona (Cardy’s to its friends) offers razzle-dazzle to suit any interest. From its starburst start in 1980, the dynamic […] Trip Report Paulie | August 29, 2023 1 Comment
Treble Cone Ski Resort, New Zealand Trip Report: Ripper Terrain With Family Feel Trip report from August 22, 2023 Legit and Lovable; two fantastic words that spring to mind as cornerstones of the community and snow scene at Treble Cone Ski Resort, above Wanaka, New Zealand. Treble Cone, known locally as ‘TC’, is home to the longest vert rise in the Queenstown Southern Lakes District, tops out at a delightful 6,850 feet of […] Trip Report Paulie | August 27, 2023 4 Comments
Ohau Snowfields, New Zealand Report: When Fresh Snow and Sunshine Align Report from August 21, 2023 From the start, word from the ‘weather watch’ camps around Ohau Snowfields had been promising: fresh snow expected, clear sky to follow. It’s worth recognizing the power of those seven little words. In this case, they packed a joy punch that was off the charts. We arrived at picturesque Ohau Snowfields at the pace of a […] Conditions Report Paulie | August 22, 2023 0 Comments
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