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Neat Pic + Te Araroa 101 Series
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Hey Reader. I want to start this email off today with a quick picture, because it's one of the best pictures I've taken in a while, and basically sums up what I spent last week doing. Here it is: I spent all of Friday (and a good few evenings last week) chasing the latest auroral activity. I have to say, this is hands down one of the biggest perks I'm growing to love about living in Christchurch vs Taupō. We have a much higher chance of seeing shows like this a few times of year now, just because we're a few extra degrees south. I was awake for almost 24 hours on Friday, having gotten out of bed and on the road by 04:30 and not returning until 01:00 on Saturday morning. Unfortunately, I was a bit late to the second, much more spectacular, show at 23:00 on Friday, but I did my best, and in general I think I'm happy. Although the whole experience did highlight how tense I've gotten lately, and how important it is for me to put some tools in place to lighten up a little bit. I did a full update (with many more photos) for my VIPs over the weekend, as well as sent them part 1 of my two-part video diary from my recent West Coast hiking trip. If you want to get your hands on those updates, you can become a VIP here. Now into what I want to cover this week...I'm really excited to finally be starting the much anticipated Te Araroa educational series that has been so long anticipated. It's a little delayed, but I really hope that if you're here to learn more about how to complete a successful Te Araroa hike, you'll get some good tips and pointers throughout this series. Here's how it's going to work:
I'm looking forward to having you along on this journey with me. First email coming to your inboxes on Thursday! Reminder: If the TA isn't your cup of tea, it's all good. I don't want to send you things you're not interested in, so click this link and you won't have to hear from me about it again! Happy Tramping! 🥾 Disclaimer: To cover the costs of my email software and the time I spend writing these emails, some of the links in this email may be affiliate links. If you choose to buy through these links I may receive a small commission (at no extra cost to you). Every purchase you make using my links helps me keep writing blog posts, making videos and sending newsletters - so THANK YOU 🙏. |
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Discover NZ's best hikes with insider tips crafted by a local, trail guides, and gear advice. Perfect for solo hikers and beginners seeking adventure in New Zealand's stunning wild landscapes.
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