Blogs
Craigieburn Haute Route: a return to roots
Wednesday, 10 July 2024
I spent a long time away from Selwyn and my beloved Craigieburn.
In 2009 my family and I returned and found a paradise of community and local skiing, back in the old stomping grounds of my youth.
I started a guiding company and now more than a decade later we are celebrating our signature trip: the Craigiebenholt Route .
The Selwyn ski bum
Wednesday, 3 July 2024
The best place in the world to ski is the place you’re skiing that day.’ – Warren Miller
What is the best way to choose a ski resort?
Ski Progression at Porters
Friday, 21 June 2024
Only 89km from Christchurch, Porters Alpine Resort is a great place to take your first steps on snow or learn to tackle the steep slopes of Buff Face.
For both skiing and snowboarding, Porters has a great variety of terrain and lifts to suit anyone's riding ability, being one of the smaller ski resorts you can enjoy less crowds on the slopes and heaps of friendly faces.
A Ski Week at the Clubbies
Wednesday, 19 June 2024
A ski week at the Clubbies, the perfect action-packed holiday retreat. My memories of ski weeks go back years now, jam-packed with heaps of fun, progression, friendships and the very best moments of the winter.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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