Adventure Philosophy wrote the "Out There" column for NZ Wilderness Magazine on aspects of Adventure and a column for NZ Kayak Magazine. Below are some of their past columns;
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UNCLAIMED COAST
OUR NEW BOOK!!!
Available 1 October 2007
RRP $39.95
Published by Penguin Books
"Unclaimed Coast is an enthralling tale of triumph, told by three men passionate about the environment and challenging themselves to the extent of their abilities. The story covers each leg of their journey and dives into South Georgia Island's fascinating history, wildlife and environment, Shackleton's legacy and previous attempts at circumnavigation. Filled with spectacular photos, this breathtaking adventure is one not to be missed"
THE FROZEN COAST
Check out our award nominated book 'The Frozen Coast' at www.amazon.com, or ask at your local bookshop.
It's been so popular it's now out of stock in most places... but you can still find them if you're lucky.
Sunday Star Times article
12 August 2007 / Where the Wild Things are
Two Christchurch adventurers are about to trek across the world's largest island - Greenland. Deidre Mussen reports. more...
Foreshores For Sure
Collecting food from the sea is as strong a part of a New Zealander's identity as anything - beside rugby of course. New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - February 2004 more...
Do you know where you're going?
Well, if you know where you're going - you can't be going very far... New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - January 2004 more...
Less is More
There is no billy like an old billy. New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - December 2003 more...
Beyond the Bean Counters
Of what value are wilderness areas? New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - November 2003 more...
As Good As It Gets
Story and Photos... New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - September 2003 more...
Adventure Lost
There is something vital in wilderness, like wonder in a child's eyes; it has a profound and enduring quality, essential to the health of a nation. New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - August 2003 more...
Getting Along
The fact that I still call my teammates two of my best friends is testament to a seldom celebrated aspect of expeditioning - camaraderie. New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - July 2003 more...
Grapple with the Law
George Mallory, who made 'not descending Everest' a trendy thing by possibly getting up but not making it back down again and so missing one of the key ingredients of a successful climb, once uttered the words 'to struggle and understand - never this last without the other - such is the law'. New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - June 2003 more...
Cooking up a Tasty Adventure
The Southern Andes expedition took two years of intense planning, a fair amount of training, lots of commitment and money, and we achieved something no one else had. Such an intense and long journey through such wild terrain is a privilege to experience and can't help but hold a special place in one's heart. But don't for a second think that such ingredients are required for great adventures. New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - May 2003 more...
A Question of Perspective
It's a question of perspective as to whether you let uninviting forecasts rule your life. New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - March 2003 more...
Enjoyment Planning
To be turned back from the objective because of unseasonal weather, sickness, or avalanche danger is one thing, but to fail because someone forgot a spare part, or we packed the wrong map would be cause for some serious self kicking. New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - February 2003 more...
The 'Why' of Adventure
A philosophical look at the value of Adventure. New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - January 2003 more...
Those Whitewater Ways
Need a new challenge in your sea kayak? Load up your sea kayak kit (which needs a good fresh water wash anyway) and head to a river. New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - December 2002 more...
Fishing
There are few things more satisfying than surfing in to the beach with dinner slung across the deck of your kayak. New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - November 2002 more...
The Stuff of No
Observations on outdoor signage and our increasingly safety paranoid / risk adverse society... New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - October 2002 more...
Winter Paddling Tips
Some ideas to beat the winter blues and get out on the water. New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - September 2002 more...
What If?
Risk management for Sea Kayakers. New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - August 2002 more...
The Roving Sea Kayaker
There are many journeys we travel by sea kayak, many paths to take and many destinations to reach. New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - July 2002 more...
Kiwis Win Grant
The Adventure Philosophy team have won a Shipton / Tilman grant for a planned trip to the Southern Andes. New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - June 2002 more...
Hard and Soft Landings
Landing in big surf can be an exercise in survival or an exhilarating and fun way to end a days paddling. New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - May 2002 more...
Surfing and Survival
The Surf Zone is a place of endless fascination for me. The ceaseless energy, the thundering power that is at once beautiful and stomach knotting and the sheer joy of tobogganing down writhing slopes of ocean. New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - April 2002 more...
Around Taranaki
Ruminations on a musket ball and a tramp around Mount Taranaki. New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - March 2002 more...
Get a Roll
The importance of learning to roll a Sea Kayak. New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - February 2002 more...
The Value of Adventure
Most New Zealanders embrace adventure on some level... New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - January 2002 more...
The Power of Persistance
Have you ever had a really knotted piece of string... New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - December 2001 more...
Paddles for Sea Kayak Paddlers
Kayakers develop a special relationship with their paddle that's a little different from that they share with their boat. Your paddle is an extension of your armes, an intimate tool, a trusted friend. But what makes a good paddle, what are the things to look for? New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - November 2001 more...
Different strokes to comfort and contentment
Two people can share the same experience and return with opposite conclusions on whether the excursion was successful or worthwhile. New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - October 2001 more...
Perfect Paddling
Three tips for power without pain from your cruising paddling. New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - September 2001 more...
Seeing the Sea
For the keen photographer, sea kayaking can be a visual feast, and good images will add a great deal of enjoyment to the end of your adventure. New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - August 2001 more...
Blurring The Boundaries
A few ideas on increasing your Sea Kayaking enjoyment. New Zealand Wilderness Magazine - July 2001 more...
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