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South Island Comes Out Swinging
The Mountains Await The Richmond Ranges are daunting. They are an iconic part of Te Araroa, known for being the most difficult section with the longest stretch outside of civilization....
Tortured Hikers Department
The Mountains Await The Tararuas prove to be a challenge of both the mind and body. It is a traverse stretched into six days due to one bit of nasty...
When Canoes Become Submarines
It’s been a while I fail to find time to write down my experiences in these past weeks. It has been a long path taken by foot, bike, and canoe,...
New Zealand Loves Mud
Chocolate Inspiration We meet a chocolatier who gives us this advice: never quit on a bad day. He also gives us free chocolate, which highlights a pleasant stay in Auckland....
Back to Civilization
Another week down The opportunities to update this blog grow scarce, but I’m happy to begin this entry from a king-sized bed overlooking the skyscrapers of downtown Auckland. But let’s...
Cheeseburgers Save the Day
Hey Alexa, how many trampers can we fit in the Tesla? We say goodbye to our Aussie purist, who has charmed us all with his quirkiness. We hope to see...
How Fast is too Fast? 6 Lessons from a Sub-80 Day Thru-Hike
I summited Mount Katahdin on September 4, 2023, and started heading south. On November 21, 78 days and ~2200 miles later, I reached Springer Mountain in Georgia. I think in...
Day 139 – 145 Mexico!
Bit delayed posting as I didn't have any time pressure (ie, getting back on trail) to keep me honest. And like the rest of humanity I procrastinate when allowed to....
The Adventure is Over but the Journey Continues
2198.4 miles, not including side quests to water, campsites, or landmarks. 154 days, 21 hours, 20 minutes. $4365 raised for Camp Resilient. $1227 raised for Safehouse Ministries. Life-long
The 4th Quarter and Time Management
The all-important 4th Quarter! Victory is in sight! I'm on my home turf and familiar with the challenges and beauty that lie ahead. I just need to ride out the...