The Basic Rock Climbing Kit

Paul Rogers


Occupation: Mountain Guide

As well as possessing a refined partiality to steak, red wine and rabbit hunting, Paul is one of New Zealands alpine rock climbing legends. He has been at the forefront of climbing development in Fiordland for over 13 years and is a connoisseur of clean, high quality granite.
His experience, both as a guide and rock climbing pioneer will be invaluable to the team.



Kester Brown


Occupation: Aerial theatre technician

Kester has enjoyed climbing in a very diverse range of styles for over 14 years. His favourite things include cranking long steep routes in beautiful mountain environments, packing the coffee bong and capturing New Zealands natural landscapes on film.




Mayan Smith-Gobat


Occupation: Professional climber

Mayan is a force of nature. Fresh from the climbing world cup circuit in Europe, her guns may have to be set on safety lest the holds on all of the walls in Fiordland be crushed into dust....





Derek Thatcher


Occupation: Secondary school teacher

For years now, Derek has been quietly going about his way of killing it on the rocks. He has been hugely influential in establishing New Zealand’s most difficult routes and boulder problems. He is a strong and talented climber, on top of his game and should be unstoppable in the coming months.

Craig Jefferies


Craig is a mountaineer, author, teacher, longtime Fiordland afficianado and general recreational enthusiast.