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What to Pack for Te Araroa: Gear 101
New Zealand's Te Araroa is a trek like no other and it's important to know what gear is essential and what should be left behind.
Advice on Hiking New Zealand’s Te Araroa
Having completed my 3,000km hike across New Zealand on the Te Araroa trail, here's my advice for future hikers.
Why I Didn’t Quit the Te Araroa
Though I've ranted about the things wrong with the Te Araroa, the trail has some truly amazing assets as well.
Why I Almost Quit My Second Thru-Hike
I'm three weeks into my second thru-hike on New Zealand's Te Araroa Trail, but to put it plainly, I'm not sure I'm enjoying it.
Te Araroa Gear List
On the eve of my Te Araroa hike across New Zealand, I take stock of my gear and ponder the journey that is to come.
After the AT Comes New Zealand’s TA
After finishing a thru-hike, many hikers are left wondering what comes next. The answer's easy: another thru-hike!
Post-Hike Life Brings New Adventures
After 139 days hiking through the woods I began my reintegration into society.
Magic and Misfortune at Katahdin
My final days on the trail were full of trail magic as well as misadventure.
Phone-less in the 100-Mile Wilderness
An unfortunate fall in a river left me without my phone as I entered the 100-mile wilderness.
Maine Became a Mental Challenge
After the incredible White Mountains, I finally reached Maine, the last state on my journey.