Traversing the Tararuas (Isla Ashby & Louise Hammersley)

Louise and Isla embark on a rugged 14-day tramp in the notorious Tararua Mountain Range. Armed with boots, bubbles and dance moves, they brave the weather and reflect on the unique experiences and challenges that women face in the backcountry. Stunning scenes backdrop a timely conversation about how women can find their place in the mountains. We were supported by a Federated Mountain Club scholarship (FMC) and the kind sponsorship of some local Kiwi brands: Thank you to Icebreaker, Mons Royale, Dwights, Backcountry Cuisine, Go Native, Annies, OSM, Em’s Power Cookies, Bushbuck and Cinderella. Follow @Traversing_the_tararuas on Instagram and Facebook to learn more about our adventure and to connect with us. We would love to continue the conversation. Please share our video and comment your thoughts and opinions - we want to hear from you!! Directed, filmed & produced by Isla Ashby, Louise Hammersley & Struan Ashby. Time Stamps: 00:00 - Day 1 01:47 - Day 2 03:00 - Day 3 04:52 - Day 4 06:14 - Day 5 07:31 - Day 6 09:17 - Day 7 10:43 - Day 8 12:24 - Day 9 14:01 - Day 10 14:57 - Day 11 16:11 - Day 12 18:19 - Day 13 19:25 - Day 14