NEW ZEALAND | Thursday, 27 Mar 2008 | Views [1505] | Comments [1]
I love WWOOFing. The last stay with Richard and Christel and their 4 kids was my best time yet! Richard taught me so much about self-sufficiency, that I can't wait to get some land and make a little paradise on earth. In comparision, being a tourist ... Read more >
NEW ZEALAND | Monday, 17 Mar 2008 | Views [835]
Well I survived the most beautiful place in New Zealand. Milford Sound (actually I discovered it was created by a glacier, so it's really a FJORD), was amazing and we had amazing weather and it was just amazing . The water is unique because tannins ... Read more >
NEW ZEALAND | Wednesday, 12 Mar 2008 | Photo Gallery
from Franz Josef to Queenstown
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NEW ZEALAND | Wednesday, 12 Mar 2008 | Views [621]
Well I survived the Wildfoods Festival. Now, I did Taste of Chicago twice, so my standards are pretty high. I felt that it wasn't worth $20 US just to get into the festival. Once inside, the food was wild (I tried Crocodile and Shark and some NZ ... Read more >
NEW ZEALAND | Sunday, 9 Mar 2008 | Photo Gallery
the brewery tour and festival plus a couple
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NEW ZEALAND | Friday, 7 Mar 2008 | Views [894]
Well I have learned a new craft. Knife-making is without a doubt a great thrill. I ended up the only person at the shop yesterday, so I received personal attention. My knife is going to appear on the website eventually. I am so happy with it, and between ... Read more >
Tags: Adventures
NEW ZEALAND | Friday, 7 Mar 2008 | Photo Gallery
photos of the northwest West Coast
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NEW ZEALAND | Thursday, 28 Feb 2008 | Views [1732]
Well, I survived the trekking and camping in Abel Tasman National Park. Thankfully Red lent me the gear I didn't have, although carrying 28 lbs. of gear for three days makes the shoulders sting. I have a few blisters and neat pictures to show for it.... Read more >
Tags: The Great Outdoors
NEW ZEALAND | Thursday, 28 Feb 2008 | Photo Gallery
photos of city and farm
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NEW ZEALAND | Thursday, 28 Feb 2008 | Photo Gallery
Photos of the coastal track
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NEW ZEALAND | Thursday, 28 Feb 2008 | Photo Gallery
Photos of Hastings and surrounding areas
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NEW ZEALAND | Sunday, 24 Feb 2008 | Views [905]
The South Island is all that I had hoped. This area kinda reminds me of Washington State. I flew over the Cook Straight yesterday (22 mins at 2500 ft.) I was amazed at how low we flew because, as some of you know, I jumped out of a plane 3 days ... Read more >
Tags: Adventures
NEW ZEALAND | Saturday, 16 Feb 2008 | Views [1716] | Comments [1]
I had a unique day. I hopped over to Napier with 3 of the other backpackers to take part in the Art Deco Weekend . I got a few pictures of the old cars and buildings (and of the dress-up). I felt like I might see a young Audrey Hepburn walking around.... Read more >
Tags: Party time
NEW ZEALAND | Monday, 11 Feb 2008 | Views [2017] | Comments [1]
Well, I learned a lesson the other morning. Don't force things to happen. I tried to force an apple-picking job to happen even though it really isn't the season yet. I ended up weeding pumpkins 20 kms away from Hastings! Oh, and the pay-rate wasn't ... Read more >
Tags: I should have known better!
NEW ZEALAND | Wednesday, 6 Feb 2008 | Views [764]
Well, I survived the sheep shearing day. I sorted wool from 110 sheep, which may not sound that bad, but the shearing rate was one lamb per 60-90 seconds. It was fast and actually pretty tough work. But a good experience none the less. I hope to ... Read more >
Tags: Work
NEW ZEALAND | Wednesday, 6 Feb 2008 | Photo Gallery
Photos of my time around New Plymouth
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NEW ZEALAND | Friday, 1 Feb 2008 | Views [1015]
I believe in the force of intentionality . When one has the intention of things working out, they often will. I have been loving my time in Waitara with Daniela, Chris, Bianca and little Cassia. I had one really tough day of work digging fence ... Read more >
Tags: Philosophy of travel
NEW ZEALAND | Friday, 1 Feb 2008 | Photo Gallery
One great little weeks
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NEW ZEALAND | Sunday, 27 Jan 2008 | Views [817]
Now that I find myself over on the West Coast of the North Island, I’ve had time to reflect about my stay in Tokaanu. I am really happy that I just happened to go to Tongariro and ended up WWOOFing in the area. That may end up being the best WWOOF stay ... Read more >
Tags: Relaxation
NEW ZEALAND | Wednesday, 23 Jan 2008 | Views [597]
I have little to report from the last couple of days. My camera works again, and I got a bit sunburned yesterday. I am having a good time, and the building projects are coming along (some pictures will show up soon!) I thought that I would share a bit ... Read more >
Tags: Relaxation
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