One year later and we are back at Mount Ruapehu.

This time last year Troy, Maddox and I had an AWESOME winter getaway. So this year we just had to go back. We invited some of our friends to come on this kick ass adventurer with us.....and of course the dogs came with!!

The awesome view of Mt. Ruapehu from the Bach we stayed at.

Thistledoo Bach!

The Bach was only a 30 min drive to the ski fields.

This Bach is located right by the world-renowned car wreckers which was featured in the iconic kiwi 1980's film “Smash Palace”.

Horopito Car Yard

Maddox keeping warm by the fire.

The night before our big day Maddox and Bama just relaxing.

Buck taking in the cold fresh mountain air.

The guys waxing their boards the day before we hit the slopes.

Going up!!

This year we went to Turoa Ski Area. It's located on the south-western slopes of Mt Ruapehu has Australasia's longest vertical descent and New Zealand's highest lift.

My hubby and friends at the top of slopes.

I was too scared to go to the top so I got this pic off one of my friends.

Maddox had a fun-filled day at the snow and even took ski lessons.

Me getting ready for my snowboarding lessons.

Its time!!

Look out now!!

Taking a break....snowboarding is hard work.

My hubby and I. I love his beard!

After a big day on the slopes we all went out to eat at restaurant called The Suitcase in the town of Ohakune. The food and atmosphere was great. Here is a picture of Maddox, my little friend Chloe and me waiting for our food.