Currently sat in a bunkhouse on Arthurs Pass at about 970m - over 3000 feet!
I left Christchurch today and drove over to Arthurs Pass Village where tomorrow I will be doing a 2 day tramp - not sure which one yet as the DOC were closed when I got here. Looks like I will be able to get above the snow line tomorrow anyway - snow is down to 1800m already, and may fall as low as 1500m tomorrow.
With any luck I will return to Cristchurch on Sunday to meet back up with both Emma and Mat for a few beers. Otherwise I thank Mountain Rescue in advance, and promise I will bring crampons next time!
See you all later…
