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.
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