Time to leave Highway 395 and the Sierra’s, turn east to head over to Joshua Tree National Park. An amazing place made even more beautiful with the desert in full bloom. We certainly timed our arrival perfectly. We spent two…
After leaving Lake Tahoe, we headed down Highway 395. This was a “memory lane” trip for us. But we found a few new things to explore as well. The east side of the Sierra’s are amazing. Basically we are on…
We enjoyed 5 wonderful days catching up with our good friends in the Bay Area. And popped into 21st Amendment. It could be a long while before we come back.
Tuesday, April 18, 2023 The plans for the day were completely dependent on when the truck turned up to pickup our cargo destined for Belgium. The shipping company advised the truck would be there between 10am and 6pm. That is…
Golden beaches, costal native bush and mainly fine weather. This was a vacation hike, spending time on the beaches and in the water, taking it easy and testing out some new gear. Day 0 – Getting There Monday, March 6,…
With winter approaching, we headed to the backcountry of Oregon, but this time the both of us. Visiting the same spots from July, in reverse order. Day 1 – Getting out of Seattle Friday, September 23rd, 2022 The trip started,…
Overland Expo Thursday July 7th to Saturday July 9th, 2022 Left Seattle early to avoid the traffic and had an easy 8 hour drive to Redmond where the Pacific Northwest (PNW) Overland Expo was being held. Timing could not be…
Friday, Christmas Eve, 2021 We backed down our narrow driveway, just for 10 minutes, to top up Molly’s primary water tank. This was the last preparation before hitting the road for a week long adventure of the Olympic Peninsula. The…
It has been 30 years since we met on a little boat crossing from England to Belgium. Who would have thought we would be on the other side on the world celebrating. Saturday, May 22, 2021 Caroline was given a…
From lush rain forest paths along the shores of Lake Te Anau and Manapouri to alpine sections over Mt Luxmore and exposed ridges. Some modest rain, but dodged some nasty weather on the day that counted. Day 1 – Te…
A lovely semi-circular walk from Whanganui Hut to Onetoto Bay along the shores of Lake Waikaremoana. And it would not be a Great Walk if it did not rain, and it certainly rain on the last day. Day 1 –…
Back in October, Caroline and I visited Milford Sounds and were amazed at the stunning beauty of this place. That night I booked a spot on the Milford Track. There was just one spot for one person available for the…
Bad weather almost spoilt the dream to complete the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. But snuck it in.
Home to the Lord of the Rings. Truely magical.
Thursday, November 5, 2020 The drive from Arrowtown to Milford Sound is amazing. We took our time and just enjoyed the drive. The plan for the day was to camp at one of the DOC (Department of Conservation) campgrounds along…
