Blogs

Teaching the kids the ropes of our slopes

Friday, 8 September 2023

Teach your kids how to ride rope tows with this handy 'how to' written by Anna Keeling and watch your child's independence grow on the slopes. 

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Snow play at Porters

Wednesday, 23 August 2023

Benny Dooms from Porters gives the low down on why it's a great ski field for kids and adults learning how to ski and the place to go for a fun snow experience with the family.

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Top tips for skiing the Selwyn Six

Friday, 18 August 2023

First ski trip in Selwyn? Sam Masters shares what you need to know before you hit the slopes.

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Avalanche Courses available in Selwyn

Wednesday, 26 July 2023

Anna Keeling runs us through what you need to know about taking an avalanche course. If you’ve been thinking about taking one, read on.

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Escape into nature at Forest Lodge

Friday, 23 June 2023

If you are looking for the ultimate winter retreat, escape to Forest Lodge and skate upon a frozen lake. 

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Free Skiing in Selwyn

Tuesday, 16 August 2022

Some of New Zealand’s Freeride World Tour champs began on the slopes of Selwyn’s ski fields. Ollie Hunt shares how his own experience at “the clubbies” prepared him for the Freeride World Tour competitions.  

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Rediscover the Selwyn Six

Friday, 12 August 2022

Rediscover the six ski fields in Selwyn and find out why they are claimed to be the soul of New Zealand freeride.

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Selwyn Six: The Best of Selwyn’s Backcountry

Friday, 12 August 2022

Anna Keeling, Craigieburn Backcountry Ski and Mountain Guide, gives guidelines on backcountry skiing and a rundown of the six Selwyn ski fields, from North to South.

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Ski Selwyn - Tips for First Timers

Friday, 5 August 2022

New to skiing the Selwyn mountain ranges? Read through our helpful first timer tips to make sure you have an epic day on the snow!

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Craigieburn Valley Ski Club

Friday, 5 August 2022

Craigieburn Valley Ski Field is known as a big mountain skiing experience run by an enthusiastic group of club members.

Club and committee members, Yanike Sophie and Dan Major share what they enjoy about being involved with the club.

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