4WD South Exploring South Canterbury, Otago and Southland By Mark Wilson

Paperback, excellent condition 256 pages Published by Longacre Press, 2006 ISBN: 1877361542 colour photograph section & colour reference maps 24 x 17 centimetres (0.46 kg)

From Geraldine in the north to Invercargill in the south, 4WD SOUTH is the ultimate guide to the most spectacular back country the South Island has on offer. Here are trips for the serious off-roader as well as easily accessible expeditions for the day-tripper. Author Mark Wilson has chosen four destinations for adventurous drivers who are looking to experience the magic of New Zealand's great outdoors; Fairlie in the Mackenzie Country, Middlemarch in East Otago, Bannockburn in West Otago, and Gore in Southland. The destinations are used as excellent bases for exploring routes in the area. Wilson includes information on accommodation, food and fuel supplies, medical facilities, vehicle repairs and emergency towing: in other words, all you need to know in order to plan your trip before leaving home. He describes the 4WD highlights in each area, and the options for day trips or overnight expeditions, directing us to alphabetical listings at the back of the book for full details There's a chapter on equipment and safety techniques, a 'camping and cooking' chapter - what to take and how to prepare for your outdoor excursion, including a provisions list and menu to feed four people for three days. Four main maps offer great directions and the author has a website where enthusiasts can download their own maps. (Anecdotal evidence shows that many recreationalists are buying mapping software for their home computers and making up their own trip-specific maps.)

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