Ohau and Awakino

With a few cm's of fresh earlier in the week, we headed out to Ohau ski field for a bit of slackcountry touring.

Jo with Lake Ohau in the background.

Mt Sutton with Mt Cook in background.

A quick trip around the ridge before dropping in.

Day 2: We went for an explore up a tiny ski hill called Awakino. After pulling one gate off its hinges and digging out a 4WD that got into trouble, we had a short hike before donning the skis.

Retro-improvised ski tow

ouch.

Conditions were a bit schmooey- so no pow shots this day.