weather dependent

When planning any excursion in the nature, outdoors is to be respected as is the weather.

Long range forecasts are handy, knowing your environment and studying topography maps gives an idea of terrain especially of flood prone sections of track.
Watching weather patterns and listening to local radio station updates can make a difference to getting it semi right. As we all know weather can change quickly and result in difficult decisions, my advice is if you are in a hut and there is no threat to life, stay where you are and wait it out, New Zealand rivers come up and go down just as fast.

 Example. In Karamea these past 24 hours a change of high water to flood proportions to now receding waters and low lying debris, has taught us to be observant and follow our instincts to prepare for a long wait.

Surrounded by water, depth unknown, a lone Pukeko finds high ground beside a Cabbage tree(Australis Cordyline) and is joined by a colleague for comfort, both regain strength as water rises.

There is still water lying around low points in the area, access is restored, some roads are open, rivers are dropping.

Be aware 

Prepare

Spare gear

When packing clothes for outdoor walking trips, use a pack liner and separate dry bags to keep belongings, food and sleeping bags moisture free. A happy adventure is well planned and results in good times and great stories, if possible walk with a friend or group, safety in numbers.