NEW ZEALAND 2012

Every year it becomes harder and harder to leave New Zealand. It's as if every time I go there someone attaches a new string, leaving me more and more inclined to stay. I think I'm addicted and it's going to be hard to shake.

In situations like these it's necessary to sit down, reflect and try to understand why you don't want to leave. I think photos are the best explanation. See you soon NZ!

New Zealand is rugged, pretty and overwhelming all at once- my cup of tea. (Mt Cook)

The terrain isn't too boring (Treble Cone)

You don't need to work too hard to get a good picture (Tarras)

driving is made that bit more interesting by cattle stops (Christchurch)

There is usually someone around keen to make art with you (Anna Smoothy holding down a bridge)

Skiing is obligatory (Treble Cone)

Being hungover on comp day is optional (Cragieburn Ski Valley)

Hiking is ON! (Cragieburn Ski Valley)

Ski friends are numerous (TC Summit)

Skiing steeps is almost a career (The World Heli Challenge)

There are a multitude of picturesque places to sleep if you are having a bad day (West Coast)

No matter how good, or bad your day was- there is always a beautiful sunset to greet you.

Disc Golf is considered both a great warm down after skiing and a civilised way to spend any afternoon (Wanaka)

Everyone enjoys freshies (Treble Cone)

There are lots of friends to be made (Treble Cone)

Heliskiing.... need I say more? (Southern Lake Heli)

Adrenaline is important (Shotover Canyon)

New Zealand understands women.

Pirates are welcome (Crater Lake, Mt Ruapehu)

Can make good breakfast (Auckland)


Ice is merely something to be conquered (Whakapapa Xtremes)

Kias don't discriminate (Treble Cone)

Wine is numerous (Pereguin Winery)

Extreme Skiing is celebrated (NZ Freeski Open, The Remarkables) - photo by Mickey Ross

Pants are non-compulsory (Whakapapa)

There are lots of things to do after a comp run (Mt Ruapehu)

After parties are always creative (National Park)

Cars can hold more than you expect (National Park)

The Riff Raff is avoidable (TC Backside)

Australians are welcome, well in particular circumstances (The Remarkables)

Babes are EVERYWHERE

Miss you