Follow the Land Safety Code when heading out into nature. These five simple rules will help you stay safe:
- Choose the right trip for you.
- Understand the weather.
- Pack warm clothes and extra food.
- Share your plans and take ways to get help.
- Take care of yourself and each other.
Tips to help you follow the Land Safety Code
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Find out about changes in conservation areas that might affect the safety or enjoyment of your trip.
Choose a track to match your skills, fitness and the experience you want.
Contact a DOC visitor centre for advice on your visit to New Zealand's conservation areas.
Get weather forecasts for national parks and other conservation areas, as well as severe weather warnings, the brief mountain forecast and other weather bulletins.
If you're heading outdoors, a registered distress beacon is the lifeline that can summon help to your location in a life-threatening situation.
Get the right map for your trip. Find out what maps are available and where to buy them so you can adequately plan for your trip.
Avalanches can occur in any season. Anytime that snow and steep slopes are combined there is potential for an avalanche. You need to understand the risks before you visit avalanche-prone country.
Check these gear lists to see what to pack on Great Walks, short walks, day and overnight hikes, alpine trips, camping and hunts.
Stay safe while in or on the water this summer.