Living Simply

Whoohoo! Another Great Walk done and dusted for George! He walked the Rakiura Track and can confirm that 1) it is muddy and 2) gaiters are great! He also tested out his brand new Aarn pack 🤩 Way to go!

5 days of good weather in the Tararuas? It is unbelievable but possible! Mary had a blast climbing up to Winchcombe Biv, Maungahuka Hut and Mid Waiohine Hut!

Heated discussions here between the Saturday team members: Who is going to win Bird of Year 2025?
Rob is rooting for the fantail because they cheer him up as they visit his garden.
Mary is campaigning for the Southern New Zealand Dotterel after meeting Dan, a full-time ranger on Stewart Island, monitoring the nests and setting baits. George hasn't made up his mind just yet...

Who are you voting for this year?

Voting closes on Monday
https://www.birdoftheyear.org.nz/

Bird of the Year ‹ Forest & Bird Forest & Bird’s Bird of the Year recognises our unique birds and with each vote you give them a voice.

Eek! How far is 100km? Far. Just ask teammember Mary, who finished the 100km South Island Ultra last weekend. She had a fantastic day out and took some snap shots for you, so you don't have to run it 😅