Walking into the bush, it's pitch black, raining and an earthquake has just shaken the ground beneath netballer Della-May Vining.
She's anxious and about to spend three nights completely alone with limited food rations, sleeping in nature with nothing but a makeshift tarpaulin roof above her.
Despite the nerves, she's also excited and knows her family, including her late father Blair, would be proud of her efforts during the 21-day Outward Bound programme.
The Kiwi organisation celebrated its 60th anniversary last year, and is known for its personal and professional development courses, packed with active challenges and operating from the Marlborough Sounds.
"The only time you're by yourself is during your 'solo'," tells Della-May, 21, recalling the February expedition. "You get given three apples, three carrots, some nuts and biscuits, and you're on your own for three nights.
"It was about 10pm at night when I got to my spot and pouring with rain. I was tired and emotional, and trying to make a fly like a tent with no walls, just a roof - so I could get some sleep."
When she woke the next morning, it was still bucketing down, but with renewed enthusiasm, Della-May rebuilt her shelter and marvelled at the environment.
Denne historien er fra July 10, 2023-utgaven av New Zealand Woman's Weekly.
Start din 7-dagers gratis prøveperiode på Magzter GOLD for å få tilgang til tusenvis av utvalgte premiumhistorier og 9000+ magasiner og aviser.
Allerede abonnent ? Logg på
Denne historien er fra July 10, 2023-utgaven av New Zealand Woman's Weekly.
Start din 7-dagers gratis prøveperiode på Magzter GOLD for å få tilgang til tusenvis av utvalgte premiumhistorier og 9000+ magasiner og aviser.
Allerede abonnent? Logg på
The perfect GETAWAY
From lengthy airport clinches to party ghosting, Michéle examines goodbyes
Message in a BOTTLE
Kevin makes a discovery in his shed that piques his detective skills
Empowered & thriving! PERFECT AT ANY AGE
Weekly editor Marilynn bravely shares her bold new approach to living her best life at 50 and beyond
Nature goals FIND YOUR GREEN SPACE
From stressed to refreshed! Lifestyle medicine practitioner Dr Jenny Brockis shares the simple steps you should adopt to give your wellbeing a boost
Nature & the city KELLY & MARLEY'S WILD PROJECT
The podcaster’s eyes have been opened to a new way of life
TikTok star Paris 'I'M BRINGING OUR KAI TO THE WORLD
After a tough start to motherhood, the foodie tells how she reclaimed her life
Love and the city! WENDYL'S CHANGE OF HEART
After a decade in the country, she’s given up the good life to return home
New TV star Andy 'I THOUGHT BEIN AN ALL BLACK WAS TOUGH!' Кро
It was a big shift channelling his talent into the hit show Moving Houses, but the sporting legend is a natural
Babies and beyond! INES HEALS BRAD'S HEART
The actor is embracing life with his zero-drama’ partner
Spreading the joy SIR ASHLEY'S KINDNESS CLUB
The Kiwi health legend is taking a jab at teaching kids important life skills