Woolshed Hill
Blue
Credit: Michal Klajban
Basic Details
Takeoff GPS -42.9650705442226, 171.776454460346
Takeoff Altitude: 1415m
Landing GPS -42.987798260718925, 171.74983993388668
Landing Zone altitude: 560m
The Hike
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Track Start GPS: -42.987798260718925, 171.74983993388668
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Duration: 2-3hrs
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Difficulty: Steep sustained
Notes:
Drive to Hawdon Shelter. Gravel road from Mt White Bridge. Passable for campervans
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The Takeoff
Terrain:
Moderately steep tussock, short launch area that slopes rapidly to very steep ground
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Launch direction: South
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LZ visible from TO? Yes
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Hazards:
Short launch area
The Flight
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Min. G.R. to LZ required: 4.1:1
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Primary LZ
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Terrain: Flat grassy valley floor
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Wind direction indicators: Grasses, trees
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Hazards: Occasional hidden rocks, rabbit holes
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Hike out: <5mins
Beware of sea breeze pushing in – Waimakariri valley winds can be strong