Our Story.

It was a decision we always celebrate, that is, living and letting our family grow up in Glenorchy. Both of us were drawn by a strong pull too being in the mountains. We considered ourselves lucky to be able to look up at the tops, especially at the white snow, covering them during the winter months. Always a creative thinker Dan explored and discovered the skiable mountain slopes at our doorstep. First we foundered and then operated the Invincibles Snow fields in the Rees Valley. Dan invented the dozen run day heli ski format and ran events. He then discovered the snow laden slopes of Mt Larkins in the Richardson Range, almost within eyesight of our cottage home. Early beginnings saw experimental huts being heli transported to the site. Family and friends stayed in them, and played and roamed the backcountry area. Our family was fascinated by the Scheelite heritage, the mining history and the tracks and trails which were so suitable for biking and hiking as well as the steep white slopes of Mt Alaska and Mt Larkins in winter, just beckoning skiers to enjoy them. Overtime through tenure review Wyuna station became Whakaari Conservation Area and the opportunity to apply to DOC for concessions presented itself. Today Dan and Christine are owner operators of a bespoke adventure activity business offering guests personal service and unique adventures and overnight hut stays at their own designed and built hut, situated at 1880m, on the slopes of Mt Larkins.