new zealand
Christmas on trail!
As December ticks by, the build up to Christmas is becoming more apparent each time we pop out from the trail and into towns. In Wellington, i’m buying a new...
Back to Back Thru Hikes
Day 72 of Te Araroa. Day 254 of the PCT / TA back to back thru hike extravaganza. Woaw. “How are you STILL hiking?”Physically? It feels GOOD! I feel good,...
The Joy of Urban Hiking on the Te Araroa
When plans for the Te Araroa were put into motion, it was designed to take hikers through areas that highlight all of New Zealand. This includes wilderness and urban areas....
Hiker Intro : How I Became the ‘Barefoot’ Hiker
Leave No Trace to me means respecting nature as if it were a holy site. Hi, everyone. My name is Jeremy. You can call me the "Barefoot" Hiker. This...
The Wandering La Vignes Live, at an REI Near You!
Hey hiking friends! Do you live in Indianapolis, St. Louis, Kansas City, Colorado Springs, Boulder, or Denver? Do you want to talk to real-life Appalachian Trail thru-hikers and former AT...
How To Walk Te Araroa, New Zealand – Part 5
Well, as it turns out, I wasn’t quite done gushing about New Zealand. In December and January, my husband and I are going on a speaking tour at 8 REIs...
How To Walk Te Araroa, New Zealand – Part 4
Food, glorious food! How different is food in New Zealand? Just ask Frodo.
How To Walk Te Araroa, New Zealand – Part 3
Being Te Araroa is a whole new ballgame, you may want to rethink your gear list!
How To Walk Te Araroa, New Zealand – Part 2
Te Araroa in New Zealand is the upside down version of the Appalachian Trail … find out why!
Week 10 in New Zealand: The North Island
Mount Taranaki and The Tongariro Crossing Unfortunately do to the guidance of an very helpful Ostepath, I had to sit these two serious day hikes out. My feet and shins are...