Podcasts about Te Araroa Trail

À 30 ans, Julie Verdom s'offre un rêve : partir en Nouvelle-Zélande pour marcher 3000 km sur le Te Araroa Trail, un périple intérieur autant que géographique. Entre les paysages à couper le souffle de l'île du Sud, son amour pour le ski et les grands espaces, et sa soif de connexion avec la nature et la culture maorie, Julie nous embarque dans son aventure aussi libre qu'engagée. Dans cet épisode, elle revient sur son parcours de saisonnière entre montagnes, accrobranches et animation, sur les déclics qui l'ont poussée vers un tourisme plus conscient, et sur les défis qu'elle s'apprête à relever – seule, sac sur le dos, mais le cœur grand ouvert. Un échange authentique et lumineux, qui donne envie de tout plaquer pour vivre plus proche du vivant.

Courtney and Andrew Williams and their children Elliot, Skye, Summer, and Oliver have just finished walking the Te Araroa Trail. 

In der neuen Folge Trailfunk spricht Christian mit Paulina Zäck, die vor rund zwei Wochen eine neue Fastest Known Time (FKT) auf dem Te Araroa Trail in Neuseeland aufgestellt hat. In 54 Tagen, 9 Stunden und 48 Minuten hat Paulina die rund 3030 km und 80.000 hm alleine ("self-supported") zurückgelegt.Im Podcast erzählt uns Paulina ausführlich von ihrem Erlebnis und welche körperlichen (Stichwort: Grabenfüße) und mentalen Herausforderungen sie überwinden musste. Wie ist sie auf das Thema "Fastest Known Time" gestoßen? Was hat sie über sich gelernt? Was würde sie anderen Frauen sagen, um sie zu solchen Abenteuern zu ermutigen? Wie ist es dazu gekommen, dass sie aktuell an einer Doktorarbeit über das Thema "Langstreckenwandern" schreibt?Unser Sponsor des Monats ist LOWA. Hier geht es zu LOWAs All Terrain Running-Schuhen.Uns findest du hier:Website: Alles-laufbar.deInstagram: @alleslaufbarYouTube: @alleslaufbarStrava Club: @Alles laufbar.deWerde hier Mitglied von Alles-laufbar.de, der Onlineplattform für die deutschsprachige Trailcommunity und erhalte Zugriff auf exklusive Inhalte.

There is much a do about piles of doggy do littering a popular Southland walkway. So much so the Conservation department's considering banning pooping pooches from Foveaux walkway near Bluff. It said there is obscene levels of faeces being left on the track that is part of the Te Araroa Trail and the poo is proving a health hazard for maintenance crews.  DOC acting operations manager Murihiku/Southland Jono Airey spoke to Lisa Owen. 

Send us a textIn this episode, Jen and Dyana chat with Australian adventurer and thru-hiker Cam Bostock—best known for his stunning outdoor exploration videos and epic long-distance hikes. Based in Western Australia, Cam has taken on some of the world's most iconic trails, including New Zealand's 1,864-mile Te Araroa Trail, the 2,650-mile Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) in the U.S., Mount Kilimanjaro, and countless rugged routes across Australia. All the while, he's been documenting his journeys for hundreds of thousands of followers. Cam brings a fresh, cinematic perspective to life in the wild. Tune in as we explore his most unforgettable trail moments, the mindset behind solo adventure, and how the outdoors has reshaped his view on life.Follow Cam on Instagram - @cambostockFollow Cam on YouTube - @CamBostockCam's Podcast - The Life Outside PodcastCam's business - OptiventureNOTABLE TIMESTAMPS:3:37 Welcome, Cameron Bostock!14:46 Cam's favorite trails in Australia20:31 Cam's experience on the Te Araroa Trail25:41 Why the Pacific Crest Trail stands out to Cam as his greatest adventure31:21 Cam's first steps on the PCT vs his last steps41:56 The sections on the PCT that impacted Cam and Jen the most50:03 Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, the hilarious origin story of Team Spud, and dealing with altitude sickness58:23 Cam's top 3 pieces of gear1:02:10 Advice on how to stay connected to loved ones during long trips1:08:26 Cam answers questions from the public (Carr Boyd, hiking as a business, scariest encounter in the bush, planning/gear/itineraries)1:26:38 Cam's biggest lessons learned from the outdoors1:30:02 What is next for Cam and where to follow alongWhere to find and support Bush & Banter: Follow Bush & Banter on Instagram: @bushandbanter Visit Bush & Banter's website: www.bushandbanter.com Join Bush & Banter's Patreon community: patreon.com/bushandbanter E-mail Bush & Banter: bushandbanter@gmail.com Follow Dyana on Instagram: @dyanacarmella Follow Jennifer on Instagram: @thewhimsicalwoman

Herzlich willkommen im Podcast HOLY SHEEP NEUSEELAND, dem deutschsprachigen Podcast aus Neuseeland/Aotearoa. Heute geht's um Neuseelands Weitwanderweg, den Te Araroa Trail, kurz TA – mehr als 3000 Kilometer lang!In der letzten Woche haben wir bereits mit Fotografin Melly gesprochen, kurz vor ihrem Abflug nach Neuseeland. Sie ist den Weg 2023/2024 gelaufen.In der heutigen Episode geht es darum, wie sich das Weitwandern angefühlt hat.Ich habe Melly drei Tage nach ihrem Zieleinlauf in Queenstown getroffen.Wir sitzen bei Sonnenuntergang am See. Unweit von uns ist der internationale Flughafen, deshalb hört ihr ab und zu ein Flugzeug über uns. Mit dabei ist auch Mellys Freund, der ebenfalls zu Wort kommt.Ihr hört in dieser Episode natürlich auch Originalgeräusche vom Wandern.Viel Freude mit dieser ganz besonderen Episode über den Te Araroa Trail – sicher ein Highlight für immer im Leben von Fotografin Melly.Kontakt zu unserem Interviewgast Melly: Mellys Instagram-AccountMellys Neuseeland-ReiseführerMellys ReiseblogMellys Webseite als FotografinMellys Youtube-KanalMehr Podcast-Episoden übers (Weit)wandern in Neuseeland findest Du hier:Vicky wandert den Trail fast allein in Covid-Zeiten von Süd nach Nord. Teil 1Webseite / Spotify/ Apple PodcastVicky wandert den Trail fast allein in Covid-Zeiten von Süd nach Nord. Teil 2Webseite / Spotify/ Apple PodcastJan beendet Neuseelands Weitwanderweg2024Webseite / Spotify/ Apple PodcastMellys Packliste1. Drybags2. Gummi Birkenstocks (als Campschuhe)3. Regen- und Daunenjacke4. Wanderstöcke5. Mein Schal, der Kopfkissen, Decke und Schal in einem ist

A new fastest run has been set on the Te Araroa Trail, completing the approximately 3,000-kilometre route spanning the length of Aotearoa in 31 days, 19 hours, and 41 minutes. Belgian ultrarunner Karel Sabbe spoke to Corin Dann.

Winterwanderung auf den Hochgern | Wie Eulen jetzt im Winter um Liebe werben | Abenteurer Till Gottbrath über Weitwandern in Neuseeland | Skitour oberhalb des Brenners | Auflösung Februar-Bergrätsel.

 -Race Results: *Fort Ord 50 mile and 50K *Mountain Mist 50K *Arches Ultra *La Cuesta Ranch Trail Run *H9 Fierce Dragon *Arc of Attrition -FKTs: *Carol Morgan, Overall and Women's Supported FKT on the Wainwrights 214 Winter Round -News: *Karel Sabbe is currently doing an FKT attempt on the Te-Araroa Trail in New Zealand *New 200 miler this year at the Mammoth Trail Fest *Marathon in Russia with temps as low as -58 degrees F *Deo Kato runs from Cape Town South Africa to London England *New world record of running a 50K per day is set and still in progress *Hans Troyer signs with Altra and is going to be running Black Canyon this year *The Strava Chipotle Segment Challenge in Tempe is an epic battle between Jamil and Kevin with only a few days left to go! -Tips, Tricks, and Thoughts (3Ts): Lighting for Night Running Socials Strava Club: https://www.strava.com/clubs/1246887 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ultrarunning_news_network/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555338668719 X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/ultrarunnews Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ultrarunning_news_network Email: ultrarunning.news.network@gmail.com

SummaryAnother famous person scammer, this time it is Brad Pitt. Chris encounters a strange rule at a bar, which makes us wonder what is going on.We learn about an auto catcher Pokemon keyring, a man attempting a new record when it comes to the Te Araroa Trail, and Chris has an encounter at the Uni.Another week of randomness, technology and life. Come have a listen.LinksBrad Pitt Scams womanMaketu pies was soldPokemon Keyring auto catcherRecord attempt of running the Te Araroa Trail Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At the end of 2024, I wanted to take a moment to pause, reflect, and share some personal insights from the past six months.  In this special solo episode, I open up about my experiences hiking the South West Coast Path, the lessons I've learned about health and fitness, and how I'm approaching financial planning and future adventures. From the challenges of dealing with health setbacks to the triumphs of completing tough hikes, this episode is an honest and raw look at my journey.  I also delve into thoughts on ageing, longevity, and the exciting plans I have for 2025, including more adventures, personal growth, and professional goals. If you're curious about what goes on behind the scenes of Tough Girl Challenges or simply want some motivation to tackle your own goals, this episode is for you. Join me for an honest conversation about health, money, and embracing the adventures ahead! *** Catch the latest episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast, dropping every Tuesday at 7 am UK time! Don't forget to subscribe so you won't miss the inspiring journeys and incredible stories of tough women.  Want to play a part in uplifting female representation in the media? Support the Tough Girl Podcast on Patreon!  Your generosity helps shine a spotlight on female role models in the world of adventure and physical challenges. Join us in making a positive impact by visiting www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast. Thank you for your amazing support! *** Show notes Welcome to the reflections episode  Recording in the dead time between Christmas and New Year Who am I? The mission of Tough Girl Challenges Making assumptions - that you know a lot about me! Setting the scene Focusing on the previous 6 months (August 2024 - December 2024) Home on the Wirral The restful, calm bedroom where I work from  Giant map of the World  Snake plant  Peace Lilly Plant  Living at home since 2014 Keeping structured and focused during the interview My early 30s, banking, stress, travelling for 2 years Spending time in South America and designing life I wanted to lead  How podcasting has changed my life Starting podcasting in 4th August 2015  Goodpods list  Previous adventures and challenges  Running challenges - Marathon des Sables  Cycling challenges - Cycling from Vancouver to Cabo san Lucas 2018 Hiking and thru-hiking  Question from Adele Vickers  How my adventures and challenges have evolved over time  Feeling like a failure on the Appalachian Trail  The importance of showing up even when you don't feel like it Not enjoying the North Island of New Zealand (roads etc) Reflection on the Te Araroa Trail podcast episode  Enjoying spending time in the wilderness, solo Pursuing similar challenges in the future  Adventuring over the past 18 months none stop Achieving everyday and feeling like I'm making progress Working on balance  Documenting the journey so far Focusing on the South West Coast Path, health, fitness, financial goals, new job and future goals  Armchair Adventure Festival 2024  South West Coast Path (SWCP)  Zoe Langley-Wathen  Training and preparation for the SWCP  Dealing with severe anaemia and not going into the hike fully fit Documenting the trail daily and sharing on social media  Sponsored by ZOLEO #ChallengeWithZOLEO  Wearing INOV8 #gifted. Use TOUGHGIRL10 for a 10% discount  Tooth pain, teeth issues, visiting the dentist, needing a filling and root canal… Accommodation, distances, costs, walking with friends on the SWCP (James, Zoe, Gigi) Level of enjoyment (71%) fatigue (44%), ease of terrain (48%) Ankle issues, and focusing on bullet proofing my ankles going forward Overall throughs on the SWCP and why I highly recommend it as a hike  The reality of what people think thru-hiking is versus what it is actually like out on the trail The Salt Path - book & new film in 2025  Being home in September and focusing on health  Scientific research into ageing at 44 and me turning 44 in 2025  Caroline Paul: How Outdoor Adventures Improve Life as We Age - Lessons from 'Tough Broad'. Discover how embracing bravery and the outdoors can lead to a fulfilling and adventurous life at any age. Ageing and adventuring - 16 adventures over the next 16 years  6 years until I'm 50 (WTF) Health, wellness & longevity  Needing to put money into my SIPP (Private Pension - Self Invested Personal Pension) Needing to make more money, without losing my freedom  Patrons & Patreon  Getting back into strength training, working with Franco - https://www.humalforces.com/  Dr. Stacy Sims - Leading Global Expert on Female Physiology and Endurance Training. Author of ROAR.  Lifting heavy weights, getting my protein in (with Protein Rebel) AIM Health where cutting-edge medical science meets holistic well-being  Seeing Dr Cathy  Treatment - Cryotherapy, Red Light Bed, Rebalance Bed, Hyperbaric Oxygen and Hydrogen Therapy & Compression Therapy  Feeling Amazing!! What 2025 is hopefully going to look like…. Work at AIM until end of April 25 (also doing strength training, editing podcast and vlogs etc), Travel/adventure from May to early September, work at AIM until next April 2026.  Summary of financial goals  Editing the Vlogs for New Zealand (22 for North Island and 27 vlogs for the South Island) and why I'm happy with what I've created.  Sponsorship for 2025 - podcast & vlogs with  INOV8 & ZOLEO Question around the feeling of failure - my response with tips and advice to help you The power of REFRAMING  My failure in boxing  Plans for 2025 - English Camino in Spain, The Fisherman's Trail in Portugal, spending time with Adelaide in Norway Not feeling excited about doing a long hike such as the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) GR10 - Through the French Pyrenees: Le Sentier des Pyrenees.  10 year anniversary of the Tough Girl Podcast!  Final 2 questions - what have I changed my mind on in the last year and books I've been reading  Running a 100 miler… THANK YOU for listening and supporting the Tough Girl Podcast The 10 year anniversary, a change in branding and the next decade… My word of 2025 - Longevity Needing to put legacy plans in place  Connect with me and watch the vlogs on YouTube  Support the work I do via Patreon    Previous Reflections/Solo Episodes    Aug 1, 2024 - Sarah Williams: Reflecting on the Past 6 Months and Future Plans for 2024 – Insights, Challenges, and Adventures. Mar 14, 2024 - Sarah Williams - Reflections & Learnings from the 3,000km Te Araroa Trail, New Zealand. Nov 2, 2023 - Sarah Williams - Planning and Preparation for thru hiking the 3,000 km Te Araroa Trail, New Zealand. #ChallengeWithZOLEO Sep 10, 2023 - Sarah Williams - Solo Reflections: A Look Back at the End of 2022, Adventures and Challenges in 2023   Apr 26, 2016 - Sarah Williams - Shares her journey of getting to the start line of the Marathon des Sables (MDS) & running the toughest footrace on earth!   Sep 19, 2017 - Sarah Williams - Thru hiking the Appalachian Trail (2,190 miles) in 100 days!   Sep 4, 2018 - Sarah Williams - Planning and Preparation for the Pacific Coast Highway & the Baja Divide! Dec 25, 2018 - Sarah Williams - Cycling the Pacific Coast Highway & Baja Divide    Social Media Website: www.toughgirlchallenges.com Instagram: @toughgirlchallenges Facebook: Sarah Williams   

In this episode of the FitMIND FitBODY podcast, I chat with Alex Bazzina, a passionate runner with an adventurous spirit. Alex shares his journey from growing up in Kiama, a small coastal town near Wollongong, to discovering his love for running during the COVID-19 lockdowns. He talks about his childhood filled with various sports, though he wasn't particularly fond of any, and how he initially disliked running. Alex opens up about how a remark from his brother pushed him to start going to the gym, which eventually led him to take up running more seriously. He describes how running became a crucial part of his life, helping him navigate through tough times, including a breakup and the uncertainties of life after university. One of the most exciting parts of Alex's journey is his adventure of running the length of New Zealand along the Te Araroa Trail. He shares the challenges and rewards of this incredible feat, from the beautiful landscapes to the physical and mental hurdles he had to overcome. Alex also talks about the importance of having a support system and how his dad played a significant role in his journey. Alex's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thelosthobbit1/ Book mentioned - Pants of Perspective - https://amzn.asia/d/0eppp8mR Brooke Thomas - inspired his run of the Te Araroa Trail - https://www.toughgirlchallenges.com/single-post/thomas Alex's Coach for the Te Araroa Trail (Adam Keene) - https://www.aerobicedge.com/ Alex's Running Tips: Start Slow: Begin your running journey at a comfortable pace to build endurance and prevent injuries. Be Consistent: Maintain a regular running schedule to build a habit and improve fitness over time. Listen to Your Body: Pay attention to how your body feels and take rest days when needed. Find a Supportive Community: Join a local running group or club for motivation and support. Enjoy the Process: Focus on the joy of running rather than just the end goals. Set Realistic Goals: Establish achievable goals to stay motivated and track your progress.   Tune in to hear Alex's incredible journey, his insights on running, and his practical tips for runners of all levels. Whether you're new to running or looking for inspiration, Alex's story will motivate you to lace up your shoes and hit the road. A couple of BIG favours: 1) please like and review this podcast so more people will discover it :) 2) come on the podcast and talk about your running journey and/or refer someone you'd love me to interview (whether you know them or not :) )  Lets not keep the power of running a secret any more!  Hit me up on Facebook/Instagram (FitMIND FitBODY) or send me an email - Michelle @ FitMINDFitBODY .co  Don't miss an episode of the FitMind FitBODY Podcast. Sign up to our email list and get notified when new episodes are released. https://fitmindfitbody.co/podcast/ 

Kristin is a thru-hiker, climber, and human rights activist from Norway currently living in London. Despite her outdoorsy upbringing in snowy Norway, it was only in her 20s that she discovered her own adventure journey.  After going through a very tough time at university, Kristin decided to hike the Te Araroa across New Zealand's South Island as an existential journey to shed her depression when she was 22.  Her thru-hiking journey has taken her across the world on trails such as the John Muir Trail, the GR11 Spain, the GR20 Corsica, and The Haute Route in Switzerland.  She founded her blog, Let's Trek It, to share her adventures, tips, and inspire others to undertake their own wilderness journeys.  ***  Don't miss the latest episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast, released every Tuesday and Thursday at 7 AM UK time!   Be sure to hit the subscribe button to stay updated on the incredible journeys and stories of strong women.  This episode of the Tough Girl Podcast is proudly sponsored by INOV8, pioneers in cutting-edge sportswear.  Use code TOUGHGIRL15 to get your 15% discount.  Click Here  *** Show notes Who is Kristin Originally from Norway but living in London now Being a thru-hiker for the past 9 years Growing up in Norway and spending a lot of time outdoors in the mountains Discovering thru hiking The struggles during her undergrad years Dealing with bullying and feeling of being loneliness Struggling with depression  Searching for purpose Being inspired by the book: Wild - By Cheryl Strayed Cheryl Strayed - Tough Girl Podcast May 2, 2017 Knowing that the Te Araroa Trail was the key to making her life better Deciding to start with a smaller trail - The West Highland Way - for her first thru0hike The kindness of strangers on the trails  Being 22 and ready to go The reasons for deciding to hike in New Zealand Concerns before thru-hiking Expecting thru-hiking to make everything better  Walking into her life Why it's the journey and not the destination Favourite sections on the South Island, New Zealand The Nelson Lakes and the Two Thumb Range Feeling so happy while being on the trail  The challenging days on a thru-hike Struggling with a lack of sleep  Thunderstorms on the GR20 (Corsica) Dealing with challenging situation on a thru-hike Balancing her love of hiking with her London lifestyle Post trail/adventure blues and dealing with them Filling your life with fun things Hiking the GR11(walking across the Pyrenees, on the Spanish side)  Future walks/thruhikes  Heading to America to section hike part of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) Trail name - “white blaze” How to connect with Kristin  Believing in the power of inspiration  Final words of advice and wisdom for you - “ Dare to act on an idea because there is no reason why it can't be you”   Social Media Website: www.letstrekit.com Instagram: @lets.trek.it  Facebook: @letstrekit  

Heute vor 4 Jahren war die Welt eine andere. Covid. Pandemie. Lockdown. Johannes (30) kommt nach Neuseeland, um ein Working-Holiday-Jahr zu machen.Er hat Neuseeland im Lockdown erlebt und eine unfassbare Wandlung auch als Reisender hingelegt. Er kam als recht gewöhnlicher Tourist, reiste mit dem Bus von Partyhostel zu Partyhostel. Dann traf er einen Weitwanderer. Ein Schlüsselmoment. Johannes beginnt zu wandern. Von 0 auf 100. Er hat mehr Wildnis gesehen, als die meisten Reisenden. Er hat fast eineinhalb Jahre im Zelt gelebt. Er verbringt den Lockdown in einer einsamen Hütte und kommt nicht weg. Kontakt mit Johannes:InstagramThemen in der Episode: Film: Into the wild Buch: Into the wild ZELT: Johannes Zelt gibt es aktuell nicht mehr, hier kommen aber ein paar Zelte der Marke HILLEBERG, die auch Johannes hatte. HILLEBERG ZELTUNTERLAGE HILLEBERG – 1 Personenzelt HILLERBERG - Kuppelzelt Wasserfilter TitantopfMerinowolle Herren-Unterhose Kontakt mit uns: hol dir unseren Newsletter- Folge uns auf Instagram - oder facebook - mit Chris durch Dunedin: ALL IN DUNEDIN

GAST: Dominique “Dom” Magnusson ist Creative Director bei der Werbeagentur Jung von Matt in Zürich, wo sie bereits zahlreiche Auszeichnungen für ihre Designs und Ideen erhalten hat. Sie ist zudem eine passionierte Langstreckenwanderin. Das heißt, sie geht nicht wie die meisten von uns für 1-2 Tage gemütlich in die Berge, sondern wandert teilweise über Monate hinweg tausende von Kilometern am Stück. Unter anderem ist sie bereits den Pacific Crest Trail in den USA mit 4200 Kilometern und den Te Araroa Trail in Neuseeland mit über 3000 Kilometern gelaufen und war bei beiden über vier Monate unterwegs. Und damit Domi vor lauter Designen und Wandern nicht langweilig wird, ist sie zudem noch Frontsängerin der Rock/Punkband The High Times, die mit "Feelings" und "Heat" bereits zwei Alben herausgebracht hat. KAPITEL: (00:00) Intro: Dominique Magnusson (01:34) Langstrecken Wandern: Was macht das mit einem? (07:18) Das erste Mal Trail-Wandern (13:13) Vorbereitungen für eine Langstrecken Wanderung (18:40) Trail-Bubble (22:52) Grenzerfahrungen auf dem Trail (30:46) Gefühle am Ende des Trails (33:01) Kosten für eine 5 Monate Wanderung (34:53) Trails für Anfänger: Via Alpina (36:31) Das erste Mal aufgeben (46:40) Frauen & Outdoor Abenteuer (50:52) Was hat Dom auf dem Trail gelernt? (54:59) Dom's Anfänge in der Band 'The High Times' (59:01) Dom's Lebensphilosophie: Do Hard Things (01:02:46) Mut vs. Naivität (01:06:31) Challenge: Schlaft eine Nacht unter den Sternen LINKS UND RESSOURCEN Dominique Magnusson - Kreativ-Portfolio von Dom The Walking Dom - Reiseblog von Dom Doms Hiking Gear Pacifict Crest Trail (PCT) Via Alpina Trail Te Araroa Trail The High Times - Dom's Band Webseite

In 2022 ging er een grote droom van Antonette in vervulling, zo ging de Te Araroa trail in Nieuw Zeeland wandelen. In deze aflevering hebben we het over haar avonturen, de tegenslagen en de echte reden waarom ze de trail niet heeft afgemaakt. Lees ook haar blog: https://www.we12travel.com/gestopt-met-te-araroa-het-eerlijke-verhaal

Jan (42) wandert den längsten Weg in Neuseeland. Der Te Araroa Trail ist mehr als 3000 Kilometer lang. Für den Programmierer ein Lebenstraum.Wie es ihm nach vier Monaten am Ziel geht?"Da kommen mir die Tränen, weil ich spüre, was mir das bedeutet hat"Was zwischen dem letzten Arbeitstag und dem Ziel passiert ist, erfahrt ihr in dieser Episode.Kontakt zur Jan: Instagram Jan Kontakt mit uns: - hol dir unseren Newsletter - Folge uns auf Instagram - oder facebook - mit Chris durch Dunedin: ALL IN DUNEDIN Wir sprechen über die meistgewandertste Frau der Welt Christine Thürmer. Hier gibts ein paar Bücher von ihr: Laufen. Essen. Schlafen. Eine Frau, drei Trails (Christine Thürmer) Christine Thürmer: Auf 25 Wegen um die Welt: Vom Wohlfühlweg bis zum Wildnisabenteuer | Christine Thürmer: Weite Wege Wandern: Erfahrungen und Tipps von 45.000 Kilometern zu Fuß Christine Thürmer: Wandern. Radeln. Paddeln.: 12.000 Kilometer Abenteuer in Europa Lektüre zur Wanderung: Te Araroa - Der ultimative Vorbereitungsguide Te Araroa Homepage Te Araroa Resupply Guide Packliste: Stöcke Leki Khumbu Lite Kochtopf Olympus Ducktape Zelt MSR Hubba Hubba NX2 Meindl flache Wanderschuhe 2 Paar Doppelsocken Wrightsocks Merino Göffel (Gabel + Löffel) aus Titan Solarpanel Wasserfilter Sawyer Squeeze Gasbrenner Optimus Wasserbeutel 2l: EVERNEW Dr. Bronners Naturseife: Zitrone TECHNIK: Kamera Canon EOS 80 D 7 Speicherkarten 128 GB Powerbank Wir besprechen über Wander-Influencer, die Jan auf dem Weg getroffen hat: https://www.instagram.com/noodlesforbrekky/ https://www.instagram.com/freewheelingkiwi/ Noch mehr Episoden zum Weitwandern: https://letscast.fm/sites/holy-sheep-neuseeland-707eed96/episode/s1-32-teil-2-3000-kilometer-durch-ganz-neuseeland-der-te-araroa-trail

Hey Hey, it's Sarah Williams from the Tough Girl Podcast, and I'm thrilled to share with you my latest solo episode reflecting on my unforgettable journey hiking the 3,000km Te Araroa Trail in New Zealand. Sponsored by Zoleo #ChallengeWithZOLEO, this episode dives deep into the highs, lows, and everything in between of my epic adventure. Join me as I address questions from listeners about a wide range of topics, including solo hiking as a woman, hitchhiking, hygiene, nutrition, and more. I share it all. I'll take you on a journey through the stunning landscapes of both the North and South Islands, highlighting memorable moments like canoeing adventures and breathtaking views on the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or dreaming of your first big adventure, this episode offers inspiration, practical advice, and a glimpse into the transformative power of outdoor exploration. Listen now and be inspired to take on your next personal challenge or adventure. *** Show notes Intro Sponsored by Zoleo #ChallengeWithZOLEO  Who am I?  The challenge - to hike 3,000km on the Te Araroa Trail Planning & Preparation episode 2nd November 2023 Why it's not your typical wilderness thru hike North Island Stats  Questions from listeners, tribe members etc Safety for a solo women - men on the trail, wild camping, hitching Hitching Purist and EFK (Every F***king Km) Inov8 trainers - get a 15% discount here  Trail Angels V Trail Entrepreneurs  Koha V Donations Enjoyment of the North Island Canoeing  Highlights - Timber Trail, Tongariro Alpine Crossing, Colonial Knob Walkway Costs from the North Island  Reaching Wellington and having a Christmas break South Island 1st January 2024 - 6th March 2024 Planning…. Verses being spontaneous Breaking down the challenging days Rivers in New Zealand Hiking in Wales, Tryfan and Welsh 3000s  TA - Navigation and GPS Whittakers Creamy Caramel Chocolate  Food, resupply, bounce boxes, being gluten free Wildlife encounters, sandflies  Hygiene - Pee, Poo Periods Equipment - loves and hates Department of Conservation (DOC) Hut pass   Highlights from the trail Advice for hiking the trail TA Resources page on the Tough Girl Website  Final stats  Regrets Learnings What's next    Social Media Instagram: @toughgirlchallenges   Facebook: @ToughGirlChallenges  Youtube: @ToughGirlChallenges   

Welkom bij 'Helende gesprekken' (instagram: @helendegesprekken), de podcast waarin ik (Stephanie Kaars, schrijver en spreker) elke week in gesprek ga met iemand die een bijzonder verhaal te vertellen heeft dat hoop, licht en inspiratie brengt.Deze week het verhaal van wandelaar Tim, die de meest indrukwekkende tochten liep. Van de 88 Temples Trail van 1200 km. door Japan tot de Pacific Crest Trail van 4286 km. door Noord-Amerika en de Te Araroa Trail van 3000 km. door Nieuw-Zeeland: Tim heeft ze op z'n naam staan. Maar waarom loopt hij zo graag? Wat is de helende kracht van wandelen en van (af en toe) alleen zijn? Tim vertelt het in deze aflevering! Meer info: www.timvoors.nl.Ook benieuwd naar míjn verhaal? Luister dan de tien afleveringen van 'Mijn helende verhaal' op dit kanaal, plus de toegift van mijn dochter Sterre.Laat alsjeblieft een review achter en abonneer je op deze podcast als je niets wilt missen. Liefs, Stephanie (www.stephaniekaars.nl)

In this location spotlight, Jen and Dyana take listeners to the magical land of New Zealand, where they chat with Trail Advocate KJ Jennings. They discuss bungee jumping, the Te Araroa Trail, The All Blacks, and KJ's work in connecting people in the outdoor community through trails. At the end of the episode, Jen and Dyana also share their favorite adventures while exploring the country and a few unforgettable memories. Connect with KJ Jennings:Instagram - @kageinqt For more information on the Te Araroa Trail: https://www.teararoa.org.nz/"A Trail For Me"  - Trails Master Plan for Connected Communities: https://youtu.be/YznR3NDwDYcInfo on the single-track sidewalk project in Eagle Colorado: https://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-gear/bikes-and-biking/connecting-town-singletrack-sidewalks/Where to find and support Bush & Banter: Follow Bush & Banter on Instagram: @bushandbanter Visit Bush & Banter's website: www.bushandbanter.com Join Bush & Banter's Patreon community: patreon.com/bushandbanter E-mail Bush & Banter: bushandbanter@gmail.com Follow Dyana on Instagram: @dyanacarmella Follow Jennifer on Instagram: @thewhimsicalwoman

Over two recent summers, former newspaper editor Tim Pankhurst, his wife Sue and their friend Kerry Prendergast completed the epic 3021km Te Araroa Trail. The trio speak to Kathryn Ryan ahead of the launch of Tim's new book Every Effing Inch.

Today, I'm excited to share a behind-the-scenes look at the planning and preparation for my upcoming adventure on the 3,000km Te Araroa Trail in New Zealand. I recorded this episode, hours before I headed down to London to catch my flight to first Korea and then on to Aukland, New Zealand.  In this podcast, I'll take you through the meticulous planning and preparation that goes into making these epic adventures come to life. From the nitty-gritty details on my to-do list to managing setbacks and equipment challenges. I share the story behind my sponsorship with ZOLEO and the invaluable benefits I've gained from their products. I'll also break down my approach to planning big adventures. Starting by dividing it down into the mental, physical, logistical, and practical aspects, offering insights that hopefully will add value as you plan your adventures. Throughout this episode, I'll candidly share the intricacies and hurdles I've encountered and why I take full responsibly for all my decision, even when those decision put me under huge amounts of pressure/stress to deliver.  So, if you're curious about what goes into planning an adventure as massive as the Te Araroa Trail while running a business and keeping that business going while travelling. Then this podcast is a must-listen! Join me on my journey as I navigate the world of planning, preparation, and ultimately, adventure.  Follow my Te Araroa Challenge on Instagram @toughgirlchallenges. I'll be sharing daily updates on the main page and instagram stories. A massive thank you to ZOLEO for sponsoring the challenge #ChallengeWithZOLEO    *** This episode is sponsored by ZOLEO. #ChallengeWithZOLEO ZOLEO connects with your phone to provide seamless global messaging that follows you in and out of mobile network coverage — plus added safety features you can count on worldwide including industry-leading SOS alerting features. 24/7 monitoring and 24/7 access to non-emergency medical advice, check-in and weather forecasts. ZOLEO offers unmatched peace of mind for you and for everyone waiting at home.  Stay connected and safe while doing what you love.  www.zoleo.com  *** Show Notes Planning and preparation episode for the Te Araroa hike 10.50pm the day before heading down to London  Setting the scene - Working from my bed ‘aka my office' Why I'm not complaining - I'm just sharing the challenges and loving my life Blessed, lucky and very privileged 9th year of the Tough Girl Podcast in 2025 Why I'm grateful and full of gratitude - This is what I dreamed about Do I complain all the time? Vlog 5/17 Camino Frances Sharing the realities of what it is like while on challenges Why can I do so many challenges in a year? Planing, planning, planning and more planning  Pitching for work in 2024/2025 Having to look far ahead Planning to go to New Zealand since April/May time Future adventures and challenges need to be planned quite far in advance The work that goes on behind the scenes Working super far ahead to ensure Tough Girl Podcast episodes go live every week Being home in March and then away on the 1st April National Outdoor Expo 23rd - 24th March  Me putting pressure on myself  These are my choices  Wanting to walk the main 7 camino's by the end of 2025 Doing the Camino Primitivo as a training hike  Total Stats from the hike  I should have worked out the average time on feet Planning to do list and using my apple notes while hiking  Very specific to do list and really breaking it down into small manageable points Trying to reduce the overwhelm Setbacks and challenges over the past 23 days Having a detailed daily plan of what needs to be done e.g. 4 days to edit 16 days worth of vlogs into 7 vlogs and for them to be uploaded to Youtube.   Broken laptop and needing to send it off to be repaired - there were tears Editing and getting caught up with the vlogs Getting my laptop back up and running and setting everything up again from scratch  Editing - loving the creative process - the stress comes from not having the time to dedicate to it When good enough is good enough  Why I edit the TGP how I edit them.  Why my priority is my guest and their story.  Having challenging conversations and navigating through that Thinking about how to approach these topics, what's the best way to support the guests  The challenges of batch interviewing and having multiple interviews per day  Building work being done and not being able to record during the day Earning money and taking a one day job in Manchester with OfftoWork and the opportunity cost of earning money and not having time to do my podcast/editing work Taking responsibility for my choices What it means being a sponsored hike. Not all my costs are going to be covered.  First world problems  How did the ZOLEO sponsorship come about? Starting to use ZOLEO in April 2023 The benefits I've found  Needing to figure out a way to attach the ZOLEO to my pack when running Reaching out to ZOLEO for sponsorship, putting a pitch together and having a meeting. New Zealand - Land Safety Code  Carrying emergency food - apricots and walnuts  The hiking community and the amazing supportive people out there Sharon Evans @freewheelingkiwi  Breaking down the planning into 3 parts; mental, physical, logistical & practical  Starting to plan during the covid years How I start off my research and using apple notes  Facebook: Te Araroa Trail: Women's Group  Working backwards, dates, timeframe, flights accommodation, getting to the start line and getting home from the finish line, Having a plan B, C, D Discover how to get anywhere  Going from Auckland to the top of the North Island  Not being able to plan for everything  Using booking.com for accommodation - cheapest in the best location for me Insurance  Visa for New Zealand - British Citizens don't need a visa - they get a 6 month visa waiver Having another start date for the South Island  Booking the ferry to the South Island  Why sometimes you can't just go with the flow Gear - Upgrading my tent from a Terra Nova Laser 2 person tent to MSR 2 person tent (900g) the red palace. Can I get lighter in my gear? Maybe change my backpack next year Clothes and trainers provided by Inov-8 Get a 15% discount - using this link  The challenges with the waterproof trousers Food boxes? Why I don't do them  Facebook groups and why I don't like them in relation to challenges Wanting to figure out stuff for myself  Is it adding value - no - then step away Mental side of planning for a challenge and why I haven't done a huge amount this time The tools in my tool kit Why the TA is in my comfort zone (which doesn't mean it's not going to be tough or hard) Feeling mentally prepared and ready but thinking I could have done more Am I feeling physical ready for the challenge - yes and no…. Being joined by Sara Crosland for a walk Wishing I had longer to train and prepare, but doing the best I could do with the time available.  Working with my PT - Franco @HumalForces  Getting my hiker legs back after 7/10 days and being able to push bigger miles towards the end of the trip My weight and being very lean at the moment (which I like, but need to be aware of especially when taking on a big physical challenge like this) Having a vision board on my laptop and phone (created in canva.com) Flight on Sunday, Korea for 3/4 days, before flying to Auckland. You can follow along on Instagram @toughgirlchallenges Should I share my ZOLEO phone number and e-mail so people can contact me? Having tomorrow morning to do the final bits of work How to reach out - send me an e-mail sarah@toughgirlchallenges.com or send me a DM via Instagram  Thank you to ZOLEO for sponsoring the podcast and the Te Araroa Challenge.    Previous Challenge Solo Episodes  Apr 26, 2016 - Sarah Williams - Shares her journey of getting to the start line of the Marathon des Sables (MDS) & running the toughest footrace on earth! Sep 19, 2017 - Sarah Williams - Thru hiking the Appalachian Trail (2,190 miles) in 100 days! Sep 4, 2018 - Sarah Williams - Planning and Preparation for the Pacific Coast Highway & the Baja Divide! Dec 25, 2018 - Sarah Williams - Cycling the Pacific Coast Highway & Baja Divide  

It's one of the most unique and beautiful short walkways in the country, but time has expired on the gentlemen's agreement that let the public through. 

[TW: Sexual Abuse] Germaine shares her transformative journey on Te Araroa trail, after contemplating this adventures for years. She opted to only walk the South Island section, as it represented everything she loved about hiking – mountains, vistas and isolation. Germaine faced physical challenges, including navigating treacherous terrain and unrelenting foot pain. Mentally, her toughest moments came when she confronted her unresolved emotions and trauma from past sexual abuse. Te Araroa offered her a sanctuary to process these feelings and the trail became a canvas for her healing journey, nature patiently waiting for her to emerge stronger and more resilient. Germaine's advice for those wanting to walk Te Araroa is simple but powerful - make the decision, commit to it, and take the first step. Her story encapsulates the messy but beautiful experience of being human, and the power of overcoming challenges big and small. For quick and easy meals for all your outdoor adventures, use the code ABIGAIL for free shipping on your next Back Country Cuisine order: bit.ly/44uFDAB Thank you so much for tuning in and coming along for the ride. If you love the show and enjoyed listening, please take the time to leave a review on Apple or Spotify. I would also love to connect with you, so send me a DM on Instagram, leave me a voice message and I can't wait to see you next time. Until then, keep adventuring :) Follow Germaine on Instagram: instagram.com/mountain_mumma_nz/ Follow Abigail on Instagram: instagram.com/abigailhannnah/ Follow Abigail on TikTok: tiktok.com/@abigailhannnah/ Read the Blog: www.abigailhannah.nz

Dutch writer Tim Voors has hiked his way through several regions- inspiring his creative projects. Voors is a 'thru-walker' who completed Aotearoa's infamous Te Araroa Trail in 2018, a journey that took 5 months and 4 million steps. He turned the adventure into a new memoir- Not Alone: Walking the Te Araroa Trail through New Zealand. "I asked myself the question- how can I try and give nature a structural role in my life. I love work and being in the city with my family, but I also love nature. I've tried to restructure my years." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The hardships of hiking for months on end aren't for everyone, says Dutch creative Tim Voors, but the exhilaration is like nothing else. Voors is a 'thru-walker' who completed Aotearoa's infamous Te Araroa Trail in 2018. He tells the story of his epic five-month adventure in the new memoir Not Alone: Walking the Te Araroa Trail through New Zealand.

Pour l'épisode 6, suite à l'aventure de Maxime en Nouvelle-Zélande sur le Te Araroa Trail, nous avons décidé de vous parler aujourd'hui du film : Wild Bonne écoute !

NONAME.FM EP.41は、ニュージーランドの北の端から南の端までを通るロングトレイル「Te ARAROA（テアラロア）トレイル」をスルーハイクした、佐藤ユキ丸 (@yukimaru1ab)さんをゲストにお迎えしました。 https://linktr.ee/nonamefm Instagram @nonamebroadcasting #nonamefm

The Te Araroa Trail stretches from Cape Reinga to Bluff and each summer, enthusiastic hikers like Zoe take on the thru-hiking challenge. She walked 3,026 km over 138 days and shares her favourite moments and the challenges she faced. As a kiwi-born, returning to Aotearoa from a stint overseas, Zoe loved connecting with people along the way and rediscovering what makes New Zealand so special. We talk about the logistics of planning a hike like this, the best things to pack and where to stay. One of her lessons was the value of time, Zoe has never been as present as she was on-trail and finds it challenging to find that same sense of connection in day-to-day life. The thru-hike was made even more meaningful as she raised donations for two charities. For quick and easy meals for all your outdoor adventures, use the code ABIGAIL for free shipping on your next Back Country Cuisine order: bit.ly/44uFDAB Thank you so much for tuning in and coming along for the ride. If you love the show and enjoyed listening, please take the time to leave a review on Apple or Spotify. I would also love to connect with you, so send me a DM on Instagram, leave me a voice message and I can't wait to see you next time. Until then, keep adventuring :) Follow Zoe on Instagram: instagram.com/she_is_walking_to_new_limits/ Follow Zoe on Facebook: facebook.com/Sheiswalkingtonewlimits Follow Abigail on Instagram: instagram.com/abigailhannnah/ Follow Abigail on TikTok: tiktok.com/@abigailhannnah Read the Blog: www.abigailhannah.nz

Pour l'épisode 5, Max nous raconte sa randonnée pendant 6 mois en Nouvelle-Zélande, sur le Te Araroa Trail. Bonne écoute !

Kia ora e te whānau.This week Eugene and Matt speak with Alex Bezzina who has completed the FKT for the northbound Te Araroa Trail – 3000km in 60 days travelling from Bluff to Cape Reinga. Alex fell in love with running during lockdown and was Inspired by hearing the story of Brooke Thomas' Te Araroa Southbound FKT. The added impetus for Alex was that he is a massive LOTR fan and therefore is rather enamoured by the topography of the central North Island, so Northbound it was. Having convinced his dad (who, to be fair didn't need much) and embarking on a training regime with Adam Keen of Aerobic Edge  Alex was off on his journey. There was also the small matter of attempting to raise $30,000 for NZ Forest and Bird whilst he was at it. This is an amazing conversation recounting an incredible journey. Alex remains curious, and full of gratitude, which makes his achievement all the more righteous. Best enjoyed whilst running. Episode Links The Lost Hobbit on Instagram Givealittle for NZ birds SCOTT Running Julbo Eyewear UltrAspireirunfarDirt Church Radio on InstagramDirt Church Radio on Twitter Dirt Church Radio on Facebook Dirt Church Radio on PatreonCieleFurther Faster New Zealand

Welcome back to the Off Trail Podcast. Today we have the privilege of speaking with the one and only, Jenga! We begin the show through power of technology being connected through many times zones and across the world. Jenga is currently in New Zealand and takes the time to sit down and chat about the hike he is currently on, The Te Araroa, and more generally his incredible view on hiking and life. We dive into his somewhat ok-ish definition of thru-hiking and his sewing pursuits. Then quickly we dive deep and stay deep within the waters of what makes him, well him. We chat about the trail being a framework to live life outside of the binds of a classically defined society, we talk not being able to resist the call of side adventures, and we briefly touch on the wonderful animal called a sheep. We then go into the word adventure itself. The very reason Jenga lives this life and the word that fuels him. We chat failure and success and compare and contrast the word adventure and thru-hike. We hear stories of the CDT and talk about scars upon the body that are fond memories. We then learn about a disease that will one day without choice stop Jenga's hikes, it is called Charcot-Marie Tooth disease. (Please correct us if we are wrong Jenga, while listening to the word, tried to Google it and this is what came up) A disease that eventually eats away at the muscle connections and creates muscular dystrophy. We chat difficulty lifting toes, selfies of things that are tripped on, and being intentional about time. Another massive kudos to Jenga, for the healthy and happy mindset around something that could be very hard to mentally deal with. We chat about looking for ways to extend time in the outdoors, a scary future but the realization all futures are unknown, and having as he puts it, "the good fortune to know when my car crash is." We talk about the healing powers of hiking for mind and body, and the price of owning muscles. We chat artistry and take a virtual look through his lens of photography. A little voice that tells him "pretty" and a voice that puts him fully in the moment. We chat water miraculously not flowing downhill in New Zealand, capturing the essence of a thru-hike, and moments of beauty within simply, life. We discuss light, the expensive organs called eyes, and then we all get drenched by rain. A deep look into the year of 2022/2023 on the Te Araroa Trail and the constant never ending rain. We talk flooding, demoralizing wetness, and mold and mildew. We chat the scariest river ford he has ever experienced, and the realities of the looney tunes world called New Zealand. We chat breaking trekking poles, being inside of never ending clouds, and something called Lemonade Pass. Not a pass on the trail, but a anecdote on how he handles uncomfortable situations. He makes lemonade. We chat breaking a pure goal mentality and letting the journey take you where it will. We chat a month of time off trail and what could break some hikers, was just part of the experience for him. We chat naked bike rides, being a snow positive person, and not doing a trail because they are easy. We wrap up the show with a word that can be felt in this entire conversation and the meaning of trails and life for Jenga, freedom. Thank you for joining us and sharing your story! To learn more about Jenga: Instagram: @jengadown To learn more about who we are click below: ⁠⁠Website: www.ElevenSkys.com

The shearers quarters at Davaar Station are a popular stop off for locals and tourists on the Te Anau-Mossburn Highway. Anna Macdonald tickles their taste buds with sweets and savouries while Kate fits them in clothing made from wool grown on the family farm.

Welcome back to the Off Trail Podcast! We are bringing in Season 3 with a (2) part series as our co-hosts, Constantine and Magpie, break down all things The Te Araroa Trail. The Te Araroa Trail is a 1880~ (official) mile hike in New Zealand. With the alternates and connecting footsteps of this hike, in total 1909.4 miles were hiked and 108.6 canoed, totaling 2016.2 miles of human powered movement. As of 2022/2023 season, if you hike it in the "purist" form this will be the mileage that you find is actually on the ground. It connects the top of the North Island at Cape Reinga to the bottom of the South Island at Bluff traversing the entire length of the country. In this second part of our 2 part series we focus on the South Island. Don't be fooled, even though they are all one country, these two islands are drastically different for the thru-hiker. We begin the show with a long rant on energy drinks as you demand. Magpie breaks the time wall, we chat good ol' boys of New Zealand, and we discuss how cookies are a part of our figure. We have an exclusive as we try not one, but two, energy drinks! First, we begin with the classic "V" drink that is available in every corner store in NZ. Then we focus on the one and the only "Mother Energy" which fully captured our heart with its marketing copy. "Live life your way." "Mother is calling, pursue your dreams." "Rip into some Mother." All very strange and alarming quotes from their poem... well, nothing to do but drink their off brand Red Bull. Okay, enough enery drink talk, lets talk the South Island of NZ. We begin by realizing that rocks can't tell Magpie what to do and then focus on the Queen Charlotte Track. A wonderful piece of trail that begins every Southbounders adventures on the South Island. Excellent grading, epic views, and great camping. Don't get used to the graded track though, soon it will change! We then discuss the Richmond Ranges... oh the Richmond Ranges. We chat sending food to the SI, confusion on the Bealey Hotel, and the ranges being the most technically challenging part of the TA. We chat predicting pace and the lack thereof, 2mph becoming a blistering speed, and orange posts. We chat flooding, being stuck at a hut, and wether or not mountains are ladies. We chat Nelson Lakes one of the most gorgeous places along the TA, hiking hut to hut, and the varities of huts. We chat the freedom of wild camping again and the joy in walking until tired, backcountry hut passes, and the DOC putting so much time, work, and energy into creating huts. We chat routes, paths, and tracks and briefly touch on their designations. We chat "Middle South Island Stuff" and the change of flavor the trail becomes as it transitions into river beds, passes, mixed track, and the ability to average and estimate out one's pace for the day. We chat expansive views, reminders of the Great Divide Trail, and three giant water hazard zones known as the Raikia, Rangitata, and Queenstown. The first almost always unfordable with a 30+ mile alternate, the second fordable (use own judgment!), and the third many options around. We chat Lake Tekapo being another "changing point", waypoints called Tussocks, concious cruelty, and of course some looney tunes living! We chat wind, sand flies vs. mosquitoes, and lotions and potions. We give massive shout outs to people who do this as their first hike and think going forward they will have many skills for any trail. We chat Longwood Forest, Linton Mt, and life being a circle. We end with a Ramen Rating Review of both islands, and well we were quite surprised with Magpie's results! To learn more about us click below: Website: www.ElevenSkys.com

Welcome back to the Off Trail Podcast! We are bringing in Season 3 with a (2) part series as our co-hosts, Constantine and Magpie, break down all things The Te Araroa Trail. The Te Araroa Trail is a 1880~ (official) mile hike in New Zealand. With the alternates and connecting footsteps of this hike, in total 1909.4 miles were hiked and 108.6 canoed, totaling 2016.2 miles of human powered movement. As of 2022/2023 season, if you hike it in the "purist" form this will be the mileage that you find is actually on the ground. It connects the top of the North Island at Cape Reinga to the bottom of the South Island at Bluff traversing the entire length of the country. In this first part of our 2 part series we focus on the North Island. We begin the show by trying to paint a broad picture of the Te Araroa Trail and how we experienced it. First we tackle the assumption and perception of this hike vs. the reality. If you are coming from the US/Canada and expect this trail to be the same as what you have experienced elsewhere... well get ready... the only thing that is the same is you are using walking as your method of travel. Everything else? Well, everything else is New Zealand tramping! We chat our own beliefs in the creation of the Te Araroa and from what we experienced and saw the thought that the TA was desingned to experience New Zealand. Yes, you hike. Yes, you climb and descend. Yes, you resupply. Yet, the route of the trail we saw was used by many as more of a "guidepost" to explore New Zealand and less of a "classically defined" thru-hike. No right, no wrong, only our observations. With that being said, we discuss the culture shock of the "New Zealand hiking culture." The culture of New Zealand was familiar while being different, but what we focus on is the culture of the TA and hikers themselves. We chat the differences in hiking culture vs US & Canada hiking and how it lead to an initial confusion on trail. We chat mileage and campsites being defined for you on the North Island, we chat connected steps and the struggle of being outside the norm, and we chat Holiday Parks. If there is one phrase that could be used to describe the hike on the North Island it would be Holiday Parks. Wonderful hybrids of campsites/motels that are extremely pleasant and mostly front country for a hiker. We chat the Auckland Sprawl, percentages of the North Island that is road (due to forest closures), and pace being defined for you. We discuss hikers sorting by pace and how this becomes almost impossible when legally camping on the TA. We chat hitching culture, camping etiquette, and lack of trail family. We give shout outs and theorize what we would do differently if we knew what we knew now. We chat mud, mud and more mud. We chat "mystery miles" and the hardest part of the hike is the flat topo lines. We chat lack of pace estimation, 90 mile beach only being 60~ miles, and the Taruaras. We then diverge and try to break apart this hike section by section, and well it becomes chaotic. Strap in. We dicsuss flat miles, campsites per person charges, and throwing a fish from the ocean to a shop. We broad stroke the North Island and chat ferries, tides, roads, and logisitical daily routines. We chat rain, alternates, floods, river paddles, and people all over the place. Finally we wrap with the discussion of Wellington. Constantine unpacks more without getting too deep the turbulent emotions that led to what Magpie defined as his grumpiest mood in years. Possible mid-life crisis? We end the show with a shout out to what gave us fuel, the most important part of any hike, CHONKY DOGGOS! To learn more about us click below: Website: www.ElevenSkys.com

Thru-Hiker / Filmmaker Elina Osborne has raised the bar for what's possible for storytelling in the outdoors. The New Zealand native had tackled the Pacific Crest Trail and Te Araroa Trail, spanning the length of both islands of New Zealand. Her heartfelt, artistic, and inspirational video content has captivated audiences around the globe. In this episode, we dive into her thought process when shooting, her favorite place to visit in New Zealand, and what's on the horizon for this gifted creator. Follow Elina Osborne@elinasbornehttps://www.elinaosborne.com/ Special thank you to Sawyer Products for powering this episode: @sawyerproductswww.sawyer.com

In late 2019 in episode 124 we interviewed musicians Mickey and Michelle just before they set out on their 3,000km adventure on the Te Araroa Trail in New Zealand. Their experience was a bit different than most as they planned to continue working as musicians as they went. COVID interrupted their trip and now a little over three years later they have finally completed their trip. In this episode we catch up with them to find out about their experience and what they thought of New Zealand's longest trail. www.australianhiker.com.au   Australian Hiker can also be found on our various social media platforms Australian Hiker Facebook Australian Hiker Instagram Australian Hiker Twitter Australian Hiker Pintrest Australian Hiker Youtube

Elina is a filmmaker, adventure guide, and thru-hiker from Auckland, New Zealand, also known by the trail name “Tip Tap”. In 2019, she thru-hiked the Pacific Crest Trail and documented her experience on YouTube, then followed that adventure up by hiking the length of New Zealand via the Te Araroa Trail, and recently released a video of her and her brothers hiking the famous Japanese pilgrimage route, Kumano Kodo. At the time of this recording, Elina has over 67,000 subscribers on YouTube, and she's received much praise for her unique, honest, calm, and almost dream-like style that can be found in her videos. More about Elina: https://linktr.ee/elinaosborne Great Outdoor Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3W0x6Rt  

Katrina Megget is an ordinary woman who dared to believe she was more than she thought she was. After three years of listening to her self-doubt and the negative voice in her head that told her she wasn't good enough she finally set out to walk the 3,000km (1,864 mile) Te Araroa Trail down the length of New Zealand, her home country.  A knee injury led to her having to pull out once she got to the South Island but she was determined to complete the trail so returned the next season. Unfortunately, covid lockdowns stopped her seven days from reaching the finish but by that point she had realised she didn't need to walk the trail to prove she was enough.  She is now writing a book on her experience on the trail, her battle with self-doubt and self-worth and dealing with an emotionally abusive relationship. Katrina then spent three and a half months sailing around the coast of Great Britain with her new partner on a 28-foot boat. She had only a handful of days sailing experience, didn't know the lingo, didn't know if she would get seasick and had no idea if she would even enjoy it! Katrina, who is from New Zealand but lives in the UK, works as a freelance journalist who speaks and writes on the power within all of us to empower others to believe in themselves so they can be the people they want to be.   New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast go live every Tuesday at 7am UK time - Subscribe so you don't miss out.  You can support the Tough Girl mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media - especially in relation to adventure and physical challenge by signing up as a patron. www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast. Thank you.    Show Notes Who is Katrina Originally from New Zealand but living in the UK for the past 16 years Working as a health care journalist and writing adventure travel articles Deciding to move to the UK after have her OE - “Overseas Experience”  Being more academic focused rather than outdoorsy Getting into the outdoors via her partner Joining a mountaineering club in the UK Her journey into the outdoors  Pushing herself outside her comfort zone Trying to climb 40 volcanoes before she turned 40 Where the idea came from and the reason why Having 5 years to complete the challenge Wanting to do something epic Being fascinated by volcanoes  Why things didn't go according to plan Making changes to the challenges Climbing Mt. Vesuvius, Italy  Your challenge - Your rules Coming to understand her reason why Dealing with chronic self doubt and not feeling good enough to do anything Wanting to prove to herself that she as good enough  Walking the length of New Zealand Not being able to live up to her own expectations Being a high achiever and a perfectionist  Wanting to do adventure and why it does't have to be epic Adventure is something which is pushing you outside your comfort zone Wanting to be in the growth zone Having big dreams and ambitions  Dealing with negative thoughts  Why starting is the hardest thing Making the decision to walk the length of NZ Taking the first steps and the process involved  Starting with research and guidebooks Getting over her fear of kayaking  Taking it one step at a time Making the decision to commit and jumping into the unknown Why the unknown doesn't have to be scary Keeping your mind open to new possibilities  The start of the challenge Dealing with doubts Wanting to finish the journey  Going back after taking a break The mental and physical side of the challenge Dealing with a knee injury and needing to adjust her plans Learning about sailing and wanting to sail around GB Communicating with your partner while on the boat Day to day life on the boat The route around Great Britain How to connect with Katrina Advice for dealing with self doubt   Social Media   Website www.katrinamegget.com  LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/katrinamegget  Public Facebook page www.facebook.com/KatMegget  Twitter @katrinamegget  Instagram @katrinamegget  

Shona's most herself when she's moving outdoors - paying attention to and connecting with beauty. She works as a counsellor and a life coach. She lives a simple and contented life in the highlands of Scotland, sprinkled with adventures.   Shona has shared her passion for the outdoors on previous episodes of the tough girl podcast.    You can listen to those episodes here.    Jul 9, 2019 - Taking on new challenges at 40 & her preparation for thru hiking the Pacific Crest Trail    Dec 26, 2019 - Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail - 2,650 miles SOBO from Canada to Mexico!   New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast go live every Tuesday at 7am UK time - Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out.    To support the mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media. Sign up as a Patron -  www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast. Thank you.    Show Notes Who is Shona Living in Inverness Woking as a counsellor and a life coach Her passion for connecting with other people and the natural world First speaking with Shona on Jul 9, 2019 - Taking on new challenges at 40 & her preparation for thru hiking the Pacific Crest Trail Catching up with Shona after completing the PCT - Dec 26, 2019 - Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail - 2,650 miles SOBO from Canada to Mexico! Catch up - what's been going on Reflecting back on 2020 Making a commitment to herself to work as a counsellor again Getting out of her own way 2020/2021 - deciding to take on a new challenge Deciding to climb all 282 munros across Scotland in 282 days Climbing Suilven with Shona - watch the vlog    The challenges of mountaineering in the winter Not knowing if she could do it Starting to think what's possible When things don't work out how you planned Dealing with the difficult days Why it's about the journey Planning the adventure  Embracing flexibility  Doing the Highland Wilderness Journeys - with Anna Danby  Anna Danby Wild Roots Highland Guiding Walking the Te Araroa Trail in New Zealand  Winding down life in Scotland Renting out her house while she's away Getting the right gear - new rucksack and sleeping bag  RAB Mythic 400  Road walking and hitchhiking Wanting to enjoy photography and wiring while in nature  Giving herself permission  Living a life of adventure and living a life of freedom Connecting to people through her work Saying no to things Documenting the journey while on the TA  How to connect with Shona Inviting people to get curious - what do they want? How do they want to live? Being inspired by Mary Oliver - “Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?”   Social Media   Counselling - http://shonacounselling.co.uk    Life Coaching - www.shonafitness.co.uk    Instagram - @walkwildcoach  

Today we sit down with Constantine and Magpie and chat all things preparation! Magpie just woke up, we decided on the show's theme 10 seconds before recording, and we have an energy drink, fully prepared, master class edition. We begin the show by discussing what you all demand, energy drink reviews! This weeks is Beaver Buzz - no that was not a typo, but instead the sweet nectar that is Canada's nationality manifesting into an elixir from the Beaver Gods. We discuss its 17 years in business (quite amazingly), its tag line, and whether drinking “Beaver Juice” is a good idea or not. Hint, it is not! We then get into the meat of the show to talk about how we prepare for a thru-hike. We focus on our upcoming hike of the Te Araroa Trail (when you listen to this we should be on it) and our preparation process for this hike. We compare and contrast our preparation now compared to when we first began hiking with some anecdotes from Constantine's first hike on the AT in 2016, and Magpie's first on the CDT 2017. We chat the most important step, making the decision. We chat trail association's information vs. a guy named Brett. We chat the fun of preparation, the gear involved and trail excitement correlation with trail prep. We chat van breakdowns, what to do with all your stuff, and perfume infused with the essence of beaver. We chat physical preparation for a hike and how it changed depending on the goal and trail you are doing, and how our physical prep has been consuming unhealthy amounts of cookie dough and pineapple buns. We chat how hikers (no matter their situation) will always budget. We chat the power of Fall and embracing your “Basicness.” We discuss a trail of only meat and cheese and confusing a hike with the life of a Hobbit. We discuss the Bell Curve of hiking, and once you hit the peak the quick acceleration back down to the bottom on the back side! We chat how to compartmentalize a hike and how to live off the land (not well). We chat Lulu Lemon and their next product line, credit card points, and flight bookings. We chat having tent stakes in all parts of the world and how that can be an amazing benefit. We chat what happens when you buy a child's pair of shorts and hiking unbuttoned for 600 miles. We chat how controlling some part of the unknown such as food can be a good tactic to find comfort. We discuss how to be flexible and how this can become the most important part of planning, and how to discuss safety beforehand so in case you find yourself in an unsafe situation you will already know what to do. This episode is a true stream of consciousness so strap in for the ride, it gets wonderfully bumpy! Favorite Quotes: “We have a plan to make a plan.” “Rest of the trail I didn't button up my pants 1 time” “My backpack is a Mary Poppins pack full of surprise.” “You have hiccups, burps, and you just sneezed.” “Grab a Beaver today and get your Buzz on!”(actual energy drink tagline) “Don't base your preparation off this show.” To learn more about who we are click below: Website: www.ElevenSkys.com

3000 Kilometer durch ganz Neuseeland. Genau das hat Krankenschwester Vicky allein gemacht. Dabei wollte die Weltreisende eigentlich gar nicht nach Neuseeland. Jetzt ist sie schon mehr als zwei Jahre da. Wie es dazu kam und wie sie sich auf den Weg ihres Lebens vorbereitete erfahrt ihr im ersten Teil unseren ganz besonderen Interviews. Diese Fragen beantwortet Vicky im Interview:Wo geht man zur Toilette?Was macht man mit dem Toilettenpapier?Wie durchquert man einen Fluss?Wozu braucht man einen Gehstock?Kann man sich verlaufen?Wie viel kostet das Weitwandern pro Monat?Was sind Trailangels?Was isst man auf dem Weg?Was braucht man nicht im Gepäck?Welches Tier ist am gefährlichsten?Kann man das Wasser aus Pfützen trinken?Hier findet ihr Vickys Originalausrüstung:Vickys Wanderstöcke (die empfiehlt sie sehr!)Vickys RucksackVickys Zelt für 129 EuroVickys DaunenschlafsackVickys SchlafmatteVickys KopflampeVickys Kochsystem

3000 Kilometer durch ganz Neuseeland. Genau das hat Krankenschwester Vicky allein gemacht. Dabei wollte die Weltreisende eigentlich gar nicht nach Neuseeland. Jetzt ist sie schon mehr als zwei Jahre da. Wie es dazu kam und wie sie sich auf den Weg ihres Lebens vorbereitete erfahrt ihr im ersten Teil unseren ganz besonderen Interviews. Hier findet ihr Vickys Originalausrüstung:Vickys Wanderstöcke (die empfiehlt sie sehr!)Vickys RucksackVickys Zelt für 129 EuroVickys DaunenschlafsackVickys SchlafmatteVickys KopflampeVickys Kochsystem

Paul Ensor farms sheep and cattle at Glenaan Station in the Rakaia Gorge and co-owns a clothing brand that blends merino wool with hemp fibre.

The Te Araroa Trail stretches from Cape Reinga in the north to Bluff in the south. Aimee Roberts spent a couple of months walking the South Island section of the trail over summer. While it's impossible to condense her experience into a short conversation, Aimee shares snippets into what it was like - bathtubs in the middle of the backcountry, the bluest water she'd ever seen, getting lost and climbing an unnecessary hill, crossing waist deep streams in a human chain, being woken by possums at 3am, even giving a fellow walker a tattoo!! We talk about Aimee's challenges, her feelings, the people she met and the things that surprised her most. Buckle up, you're in for a wild ride and you're guaranteed to be grinning throughout the whole episode just like I was. Thank you so much for tuning in and coming along for the ride. If you love the show and enjoyed listening, please take the time to leave a review on Apple or Spotify. I would also love to connect with you, so send me a DM on Instagram, leave me a voice message and I can't wait to see you next time. Until then, keep adventuring :) Follow Aimee on Instagram: instagram.com/aimeeerobertss/ Follow Abigail on Instagram: instagram.com/abigailhannnah/ Read the Blog: www.abigailhannnah.com

This summer, Victoria Bruce and her seven-year-old daughter Emilie hope to become the first solo mother-daughter duo to walk the length of New Zealand. Their journey on the Te Araroa Trail is part of Victoria's healing from a breakdown - and also a way to raise money for Federated Mountain Clubs and the Mental Health Foundation.

Victoria Bruce and her seven year old daughter, Emilie are spending Christmas on Te Araroa Trail. They set off from Cape Reinga on October 2, and they're about 800 kilometres through their 3000 kilometer odyssey, spending Christmas off the grid on the trail in the Richmond Ranges. Along the way they're raising money for Federated Mountain Clubs and the Mental Health Foundation. Kathryn caught up with them a couple of days ago before they went out of cellphone range again.

Kiri Desborough is a northland-based Pilates and Yoga teacher, and self-confessed ‘biomechanics + physiology geek' who, in 2021, set out to complete the Te Araroa Trail - walking the length of New Zealand to raise funds and awareness for suicide prevention. Her life has been touched by tragedy and loss which you can hear in our first episode we did together, episode 37. In this incredibly inspirational interview we hear about the highs and lows of the journey, what she carried, where she slept and everything in between. Enjoy!   In This Episode We Talk About: Why Kiri was inspired to walk 3000km, the length of New Zealand, on the Te Araroa Trail Why she chose to approach the trail backwards How the North Island compared to the South Island and Kiri's favourite part of the country overall Where Kiri slept each night on the trail and the challenges she had to navigate in the process How Kiri prepared - the food, the clothing, what was in her backpack, & physical preparation What a typical day on the trail looked like, including kilometres covered Kiri's injuries on the journey Whether she found romance along the way How Kiri made it through the hardest days and how she mustered the strength to not quit What she plans to do next Her advice for anyone considering the Te Araroa   Work with Anna: Check out Anna's programs & 1:1 coaching here. SELFish - enrolling now   Resources: Listen to our first episode together, ep. 37 - here https://www.teararoa.org.nz/ FarOut app (formerly GutHook) Garmin EarthMate app Local Dehy - vegan dehydrated meals   Where To Find Kiri! @graceandconz Join her online Pilates classes here Subscribe to The Full Circle Podcast iTunes, Spotify, Podtail   Follow Anna on Social Media IG: @annasquelch FB: Anna Squelch Coaching   If you enjoyed this podcast... Please let us know what you want to hear about! Tell us in the comments or send us an email at hello@annasquelch.com

Michelle shares what inspired her to begin a backpacking journey which includes hiking the Te Araroa and some of the Great Walks. Michelle talks candidly about dealing with Graves Disease, mental health struggles and how that impacted her hike on the Te Araroa. We talk about pushing through fear and how she hopes that sharing her hiking adventures (and misadventures) can help others who want to get out on the trail. We cover highlights from the Te Araroa and also what it is like to hike some of the Great Walks.  Learn more about the trails:Te AraroaThe 10 Great WalksConnect with Michelle:Web: Long White GypsyInstagram: @longwhitegypsyYouTube: Long White GypsyConnect with Lori:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastBlog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.comFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast)

The walk of a lifetime has come to a shuddering halt for trampers stuck in the upper North Island's alert level 3 lockdowns. About 650 people are registered to walk the entire Te Araroa Trail - which runs the length of New Zealand from Cape Reinga to Bluff - this season. The mammoth 3000km route takes between four and five months to complete. Overnight or back country tramping is not permitted under alert level 3, and Te Tai Tokerau, Tāmaki Makaurau and Waikato are set to be there until at least Monday. For the dozens of walkers stuck on the road to nowhere, the only walking they are doing is to the local Covid swabbing station to get a test so they can jet out of lockdown. Jean Bell reports.

Dylan Moron était parti pour faire un working holiday visa en Nouvelle Zélande tout ce qu'il y a de plus classique : travailler, profiter, faire du woofing, partir en roadtrip en van, MAIS.....Au final, ça s'est pas du tout passé comme ça !Le message d'un ami a changé sa vie.Il lui a envoyé un article sur la Te Araroa Trail, une randonnée de plusieurs mois qui traverse la Nouvelle Zélande sur 3000km.Dylan Moron nous raconte cette magnifique aventure physique, humaine et psychologique qui a changé sa vie et sa vision du monde.Pour suivre Dylan :Film « Up and Down » : https://youtu.be/V_XMyaIxRtsInstagram : https://www.instagram.com/daynmoron/ (@daynmoron)Site Internet : https://www.daynmoron.com/Les liens utiles :Site officiel du Te Araroa Trail : https ://www.teararoa.org.nz/Application GPS pour le Te Araroa : https://atlasguides.com/te-araroa-map/Filtre Mini Sawyer : https://amzn.to/34WuKd8Groupe Facebook Te Araroa : https://www.facebook.com/groups/26638669574/?ref=share

CP Media Wednesday night live 26 May 2021 Thanks to Salomon NZ for sponsoring this podcast 5:26 Brooke Thomas Brooke ran the Te Araroa Trail which is 3000km from Cape Reinga all the way to Bluff. She completed her mission in 57 days, 12 hours, 7 minutes by running from 50-80kms a day, and climbing around 80,000 vertical metres in the process. In doing so she broke the women's record by more than 8 ½ days! Tonight we talk to Brooke about how she did it while sharing some of her highlights, challenges, and learnings along the way. 47:46 - Ian Martella - CP Athlete Profile Following a massive summer of events and adventures we discuss some of Ian's season highlights, what he has learnt and what he has on the cards for the year ahead. 1:04:12 - Kim Vargo Team CP's strength coach discusses the how, the why, and the what to help endurance athletes incorporate a strength programme into their training. CP MEDIA HOSTS Angus Petrie - @gustric Richard Greer - @ric.greer THANKS TO OUR AMAZING SPONSORS True Fleece Merino NZ nz.truefleece.com Pure Sports Nutrition - https://puresportsnutrition.com/ Coffee Culture - https://coffeeculture.co.nz/ Giant Bikes NZ - https://www.giant-bicycles.com/nz EVO Cycles - https://www.evocycles.co.nz/ Salomon NZ - https://www.salomon.com/en-nz Frontrunner Columbo - https://frontrunnercolombo.co.nz/ Team CP - Your Endurance Coaching Specialists - www.teamcp.co.nz @teamcpnz https://www.facebook.com/teamcpnz richard@teamcp.co.nz

Earlier this year, On January 22, Brooke Thomas an ultra runner and nurse, finished running the 3,000km Te Araroa Trail. Which starts at Cape Regina in the North Island and runs through to Buff, which is the bottom of the South Island.    Brooke started her journey (supported) on November 26, 2020 and ran for 57 days, 12 hours, breaking the Te Araroa women’s route record by almost nine days!    During this episode, Brooke shares more about her love of running and why she wanted to take on this challenge, she shares the high points; running 100km in one day and finishing the challenge. To reflecting back on when she ending up in hospital and not knowing if she would be able to carry on. We talk about the logistics and the physical and mental preparation. Brooke also shares more about her heart condition and how having a pacemaker/defibrillator installed has impacted on her life and running.    Brooke was raising money for Heart Kids, a nonprofit organisation in New Zealand that supports children living with heart defects.    Brooke in her own words:   “At age 22 I was diagnosed with a heart condition and became the recipient of an inserted cardiac pacemaker/defibrillator. Being told you have a long term condition at that age, I reckon it's probably pretty normal to go through the journey of feeling hard done by, asking 'why me', then eventually learning to accept and embrace it.    One of my favourite quotes is that "it's not the throw, but the catch". You can't always choose what life might chuck at you, but you decide how to receive it, and what to do next.   Being a nurse and witnessing the enormous challenges some patients go through has also definitely helped me to stay grounded when it comes to my own condition, and 100% inspired me to keep pushing my own boundaries.   I guess the best thing I've learned through my own experiences is that you never know how long you're going to get in life to do all the things you want to do. We've just got to make the most of what we’ve got and embrace any opportunity you get while you can.   For me, anything that both scares me and makes me question myself is definitely something I want to try!”   “Running the length of a country is without doubt the toughest challenge I have ever undertaken before. Yet somehow all the moments of struggle, exhaustion, frustration and disbelief in myself are so quickly forgotten in comparison to the excitement, raw happiness and gratitude that I have experienced throughout this journey.” - Brooke Thomas   New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast go live every Tuesday and Thursday at 7am UK time - Make sure you hit the subscribe button so you don’t miss out.    The Tough Girl Podcast is sponsorship and ad free thanks to the monthly financial support of patrons. To find out more about supporting your favourite podcast and becoming a patron please check out www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast.     Show notes Who is Brooke Not thinking of herself as an athlete Going running with her dad when she was younger Living in Queenstown  Coming from a close family Having a twin sister  Her running journey  Being into rowing at a competitive level  Using running as an outlet  Training 2x a day for rowing  Quitting rowing due to a heart condition Having a pace maker fitted to help her heart beat What her pace maker does Not being able to compete in the world championships Fundraising for Heartkids The transition period from professional athlete to having a pace maker fitted Finding your own limits  Building back her confidence with running Deciding to run the full length of New Zealand Being inspired by Mina Holder and Lucy Clark  Meeting her running coach - Adam Keen The planning and preparation for the trip Wanting to start the trail in November Getting 2 months off work Thinking about the record Wanting to prove something to herself Feeling the pressure from being behind schedule Feeling like a failure every day The magical moments while on the trail Mental preparation Dealing with the challenging sections and moments Fuelling her body! Getting into flow while running The beauty of trail running and community Dealing with the challenging river crossings Dealing with food care Documenting her journey in order to get the FKT (Fastest Known Time)  Wearing a Coros watch The finish line... The final 100K - a nice round number The biggest lesson learned from running the TA The power of believing in yourself  Thinking about the worst case scenario  Getting back to work straight away Follow Brooke and donate to Heart Kids - links down below.     Social Media   Instagram - @brooke_bt_thomas    Charity donation link - onebigjog.wixsite.com/onebigjog/where-s-wally te-araroa-for-heart-kids.raisely.com/brooke-thomas    Brooks Running Coach - Aerobicedge Coaching   Listen to Mina Holder on the Tough Girl Podcast   

Patrice La Vigne and her husband Justin trekked New Zealand's Te Araroa trail over 2014-15. In this episode, Patrice shares some background about the hike itself, figuring out the logistics and some of her favorite memories of Kiwi hospitality. Patrice is an author, thru-hiker, Leave No Trace trainer and advocate, and backpacker who lives a life less ordinary with Justin. Currently they are based in Alaska. Connect with Patrice:Instagram: @patricejustinWeb: Wandering La VignesBuy the book: Between Each Step - A Married Couple's Thru Hike on New England's Te AraroaMore about The Te Araroa Trail Connect with Lori:Instagram: @thehikepodcastTwitter: @thehikepodcastBlog: thehikepodcast.wordpress.comFacebook: @thehikepodcastEmail: hikepodcast@gmail.com Special thank you to Tim, Leisel, Greg, Julie, Colin and Aaron for being show patrons!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thehikepodcast)

We catch up with Jamie in Tekapo.

We check in on RNZ Pacific's Jamie Tahana at the top of the South Island on the Te Araroa Trail.

In todays' podcast we interview Brooke Thomas, a nurse from Queenstown in New Zealand, and very keen runner who set the female's fastest known time (FKT) over the Te Araroa Trail, 3000km in only 57 days. She ran on average over 50km per day. The Te Araroa Trail is a trail that goes from the North to the South of New Zealand - 3000km of beautiful scenery through mountains, beaches and rivers. She raised 27k NZ$ for Heart Kids, a charity that helps kids with heart related issues - herself she has a pacemaker and her story is about pushing boundaries, being positive, and showing incredible resilience. Warning, inspirational content ! Contact Brooke : You can find her on IG: @brooke_bt_thomas Donate to Heart Kids NZ here: https://te-araroa-for-heart-kids.raisely.com/brooke-thomas Contact us : Thierry @ Jura Sports : https://www.jurasports.com Maayke @ You Thrive : https://you-thrive.ch Many thanks for your support. Maayke & Thierry Show breakdown : 00:00​​ - Intro 00:20​​ - Thierry & Maayke analyse the interview 26:13​ - Brooke Thomas #teararoatrail​ #trailrunning​ #heartkidsnz​ #sportpsychology​ #mentalstrength​ #trailrun​ #trailrunner

You'll usually find RNZ Pacific reporter, Jamie Tahana just after 8:15pm presenting Dateline Pacific, but he's taking a break from the newsroom to walk the Te Araroa Trail. Tonight we catch up with him in Picton.

Ahoj tady Niky. Jsem na takové misi, které se říká Te Araroa Trail, cesta je je dlouhá 3000km a vede skrz celý Nový Zéland. Vydala jsme se na ní s cílem najít sama sebe a hlavně vybrat nějaké peníze pro spolek OVAHELP, který pomáhá onkologickými pacientům bojovat s jejich nemocí. Na Instagramu se mě ptáte na různé otázky, a tak jsem se rozhodla, tady ze Zélandu, l nahrát odpovědi. Dozvíte se, jak vypadá můj den, co mě nejvíc štve, co jsem na cestě našla, ale i praktické rady ohledně dlouhých hiků nebo poutí. Sledovat mojí cestu můžete na Instagramu @Nikyvszeland a podpořit ji na stránkách https://www.darujme.cz/vyzva/1201672 Já děkuji OVAHELP za jejich práci a za to, že mě stále motivují pokračovat. www.ovahelp.cz

I am talking with Elina Osborne, also known as "Tip Tap." Elina thru-hiked the PCT from Mexico to Canada in 2019... and is a filmmaker. You might have seen some of her beautifully shot and edited videos on Youtube. If you haven't already, you should check out her short film - It Is the People on Youtube. We discuss New Zealand (which is where Elina is from), thruhiking the Pacific Crest Trail, her filming experience, the Te Araroa Trail, and a lot more fun stuff. Hosted by Chris Cage with Greenbelly Meals.

People show up right when the Blissful Hiker needs them in Northland, New Zealand on the Te Araroa trail, making her believe trail angels do indeed exist. In this episode:The Blissful Hiker walks into the song-filled Russell Forest on the Papakauti Stream-as-trail.She swims in a refreshing pool with a friend and feels baptized in its refreshing coolness.She doesn't skip the road and ends up in splendid Helena Bay, where two local trail angels take her in.The walk gets much harder on "advanced tramping track" through the Morepork and Onekainga tracks.She camps with another fellow hiker next to the Whananaki estuary and falls asleep knowing she will never pass this way again, so best to stay alert, present and fully alive where she is. MUSIC: Introduccion y Allegro by Carlos Guastavino as played by Alison Young, flute and Vicki Seldon, pianoavailable on iTunesSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/blissfulhiker)

Rachel Cooper is a climate change policy analyst for the New Zealand government and Member of Ellen MacArthur Foundation.

Lewis Matthews is a close friend of mine who has not long just completed the New Zealand's Te Araroa Trail which consists of a 3000km run across New Zealand. He spoke about his process in completing the run and all the bits in-between.

Miriam Lancewood was born in a loving home in a small village in the Netherlands in 1983. After completing her university degree, she worked for a year in Zimbabwe, and then traveled to India. And in India she met her now husband Peter Raine.   Peter had resigned from his job as university lecturer in New Zealand and had moved to India to live like a ‘modern nomad’. He had lived five years in India when they met.   Together they hiked over eight mountains ranges in the Himalayas, journeyed for years through South East Asia, including Papua New Guinea, and eventually they ended up in Peter’s home country: New Zealand.   Miriam worked for a while as a teacher, then they decided to give up all their worldly belongings and move into the mountains with a tent and bow and arrow.   They wanted to learn how to hunt and survive in the wilderness, and they wanted to find out what happens to the mind and body, when living in the beauty of the wildest nature on earth.   Show notes   -   Growing up in Holland Wanting to be a sports teacher Heading off travelling at 21 years old Meeting her husband Peter and travelling together Climbing 8 mountain ranges in the Himalayas  Deciding to live in the wilderness Making it to New Zealand and having to work as a teacher for a year Tramping in the mountains Deciding to spend a year in the mountains How to afford to live What it was like living in the wilderness Learning how to hunt… Deciding to catch possums Not knowing what to do Learning the art of doing nothing Walking the Te Araroa Trail, 3,000km from the North to the South Keeping clean and healthy Dealing with periods Keeping in contact with friends and family  Not taking anything for granted Her relationship with Peter Deciding to write a book about her life Having to find a house  Stress and anxiety in the wilderness Thinking short term to not get overwhelmed Lessons learned from living in the wilderness Walking the Lycian Way in Turkey Second book on it’s way with plans to release it in October 2020 Plans for the future Attending writers festivals around the world Learning how to cook and skin the animals The roles in the relationship Why you should read the book and how it will inspire you Not understanding social media Final words of advice The power of sleeping   Social Media   Website - https://miriamlancewood.com   

Jester speaks with Maria Wishart aka Wheezy Pee and shares current updates on how the town of Duncannon, PA not far from the midway point on the Appalachian Trail is being affected by the Corona Virus. We know things are changing rapidly but wanted to give the listeners a perspective directly from a trail town. Jester welcomes Rachel Harmon to the podcast today! Rachel talks to us about her Section Hiking adventures on the Te Araroa Trail in New Zealand and her pursuit to section hike the Colorado Trail. Rachel introduces us to some new hiking terms such as Tramping and Cobber!! We can all take a lesson from Rachel by remembering to smell the Pines, accept the healing power of the trail, and to bring our Sleepy Socks! "Let's Talk Gear" w/ Steve Kammeyer: On this episode, we finally learn about Steve's "Trail Name" and Steve answers listener questions about water filters, smart-watches, and hiking poles!! Connect with Rachel Harmon: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rachel.harmon.7 Thanks for listening and Happy Section Hiking! Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jesternc2212@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesterhikes/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jesterhikes Music provided for this Podcast by The Okee Dokee Brothers "Through The Woods" www.okeedokee.org Connect with Steve "Ki-Ki" Kammeyer: Email: stevekammeyer@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BackpackingGearFleaMarket Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOYQ3vC-zZHvykhQa7dYSkg/feed

In this episode we catch catch up with musicians Mickey and Michelle who are currently hiking the 3,000km New Zealand Te Araroa Trail, playing gigs as they go. When we first caught up with them in episode 124 they were just about to start this amazing trail and now around five months later they have completed just over 2,200km with around 750 km left. Find out about the trail, the highs and lows, the scenery, and the people as they head towards the finish line. www.australianhiker.com.au

V dnešním díle nikoho nezpovídám, jsem tady sama a odpovídám na vaše dotazy ohledně cesty, na kterou jsem se nedávno vydala. Cesta se jmenuje Te Araroa Trail, vede skrz celý Nový Zéland a je dlouhá 3000km. V podcastu se dozvíte proč jsem se rozhodla jít, kudy cesta vede, jak to probíhá, kde spím, co jím, čeho s bojím a mnohem víc. Odkazy zmíněné v podcastu: www.darujme.cz/vyzva/1201268#vyzva www.instagram.com/nikyvszeland www.ovahelp.cz

Lucy recently completed a record 66 Day run along the 3,000km Te Araroa Trail from the Northern tip of New Zealand's North Island to the most Southern point of the South Island. A harsh off road route that accumulates 80,000 metres of climbing. An incredible story of an inexperienced athlete believing and chasing dreams. Enjoy

The Te Araroa is amazing: from the northern to southern tip of New Zealand, across the entire island (2 actually) nation! Lucy set the Female FKT, followed by George a mere 4 days later with the Male FKT, completely by coincidence. Lucy's tip for hiking 66 straight days? "Go shove a heap of food in your face, then go again." George met the previous Female FKT holder by chance in a cafe, who told him about Lucy, who was posting good daily reports, so George was able to navigate stream crossings and other potential bottlenecks. Then Lucy had a day when the air was thick with smoke. "I couldn't see well, the horizon was blocked my smoke. I asked a passing mountain biker; he said 'huge bushfires in Australia'. That's when I found out my own country was burning!"

In this episode, I speak with Lucy Clark, who has recently completed a trek along the Te Araroa Trail.... This runs the length of New Zealand... an over 3,000km journey! Lucy and I talk a little bit about her training, nutrition, mental/physical feelings, and so much more. Lucy speaks about appreciating the journey, rather than focusing so much on pace which is a great lesson to learn. Granted, she was going for an FKT (fastest known time), but she did find time to enjoy the journey she was undertaking. Lucy averaged about a marathon every day with ONLY ONE DAY OFF. Takeaways: 1. Planning is everything. You have to have a roadmap when you are planning something huge-- especially if you want to do well. 2. The plan can go out the window. Even if it's something like nutrition. But you have to think on your feet and figure out how to modify. 3. GET YOUR REST. Someone like Lucy who runs this much, you want to listen to her recovery tips.... Sleep is her biggest go to for recovery because that's how your body will recover. 4. Sometimes, the thought of something is worse than the thing itself. Your mind will play up on you but don't let it win. 5. Take the time to appreciate the things that truly matter... Even when you are in the thick of something incredibly challenging, you CAN take time to enjoy the important things in your life. 6. If you have a dream, go for it. Set your mind to it and set up your plan. Commit to it and anything is possible. Where to find Lucy: Homepage: https://www.adventurouslucy.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adventurouslucy/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adventurous_lucy/ Breaking the Barrier Social Media Instagram: www.instagram.com/breakingthebarrierpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/breakingthebarrierpodcast Facebook Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/breakingthebarrierrunning/ Sponsors: Generation UCAN: Generation UCAN is the smarter #energy#energy #nutrition#nutrition that is powered by SuperStarch, a slow-release complex carbohydrate that uniquely delivers steady, long-lasting energy to keep you fueled and feeling good! Whether you are an #athlete#athlete, or just looking for a #healthy#healthy snack, give Generation UCAN, the best choice for steady energy, a try!www.generationucan.com.au use code BREAKINGTHEBARRIER for 15% off your first order. Audible: For you, the listeners of Breaking the Barrier podcast, #Audible#Audible is offering a #free#free audiobook download with a free 30-day trial to give you the opportunity to check out their service. There are over 180,000 titles to choose from and you can find #books#books on any subject. Today I would like to recommend "The Spartan Way" by Joe De Sena. Visit www.audibletrial.com/breakingthebarrier to claim your free audiobook and 30-day trial!

In this week's episode we have something slightly different for you as we interview Mickey and Michelle about their upcoming journey on the Te Araroa Trail in New Zealand. This is one of the world's premier long distance hiking trails starting at the top of the north island and finishing at the bottom of the South Island for a total distance of 3,000km. In itself this is a big trip that presents many challenges and will take a number of months to complete but if that wasn't enough they have a few other complications to make this trip more difficult. Michelle is only 29 and suffers from Osteoporosis. In addition they are both musicians and deciding that they didn't want to have such a long period away from music they will be doing a series of concerts along the way as a means of funding their trip and to help raise awareness of Osteoporosis which affects 1 in 3 women and one in 5 men (over the age of 50). In this episode we provide a brief overview of the Te Araroa trail before talking to Mickey and Michelle about their upcoming journey. 

Justin “2 Taps” Helmkamp is a Thru Hiker who recently completed the southern section of the Te Araroa Trail in New Zealand. He's also an advocate for mental health and, when he's not hiking a long trail, he spends his time working with a teens and young adults in a Wilderness Therapy program.On this episode, we talk about his time hiking abroad in New Zealand, how to deal with constant wet feet, how to allow and adventure to take palce, and how the wilderness can be a useful tool for mental health.Justin is a cool cat and someone you're going to want to pay attention to.By Land,Emory R. WangerInterested in talking about the show with other listeners??First things first, thanks for taking the time to listen to this podcast is greatly appreciated! If you have questions, comments, or want to dive further into the details of this show and others, you can join the By Land Podcast Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/1192723304224313/ to link up with myself and other listeners. See you on there!HELP THE SHOWIf you enjoyed this show and want to help me out, please leave me an honest review on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts from. Doing so will help my podcast reach others and grow more and more. I can't do it without you!SWAG - http://byland.co/shop/Comic Book - http://byland.co/comic-book/Show NotesIntroductionsJustin's path to backpackingThe inspiration to hikeLearning to Thru Hike from scratchDeciding to hike the Te Araroa in New ZealandDetails of the trailThe Approach to planning the Te Araroa TrailLearning to let adventure happen and building confidenceHow hiking really let's you experience a placeLearning to hike New ZealandHow to deal with wet feetBeing comfortable being uncomfortableA note on backpacking footwearIs hiking becoming more popular?Hike for Mental Health and wilderness therapyFinding another purpose while out on an adventureWhy the wilderness therapy worksLearning to be boredCan video or photography ruin an experience?Details on guided wilderness therapyHow the movement of hiking plays a role in therapyWhat can happen in your head when hikingAllowing yourself to learn from the outdoorsHow to follow up with Justin and what he's doingLinkshttps://www.hikeformentalhealth.org/https://www.instagram.com/justinhelmkamp/https://secure.hikeformentalhealth.org/np/clients/hike/campaign.jsp?campaign=103&fundraiser=9836

At last Bruce finishes off the North Island section of Te Araroa Trail - but not without a close shave in the tops of the Tararuas.

Bruce Hopkins spends five fabulous days on the Whanganui River. He finds some amazing friends and (not-so-amazingly) retains his reputation for losing stuff.

After an extended layoff Bruce is given a roaring send off when he resumes his journey.

The Wandering La Vignes are thru-hikers of the Appalachian Trail and the Te Araroa Trail in New Zealand. They currently travel around the US giving presentations about the Te Araroa Trail, their experience, and guidelines to planning a trip. They are avid adventurers and live their lives accordingly!! We had a blast talking with them on their tour to get the inside scoop on the trail, and some of their mini epic adventures while on tour!

Naresh Kumar, a boy who grew up in severe poverty in India and who grew up to become a software engineer and adventurer. Defying all the odds. Recently Naresh completed in just 89 days The infamous Te Araroa Trail. Here he tells us about his early years, the desperate life he managed to escape and fulfilling his career ambitions and now living free as an adventurer. Inspiring and educational. www.lisastamati.co.nz 

Walking 3000km along the Te Araroa may be the grandest adventure that New Zealand has to offer.What's it like to walk across the entire country?Experienced thru-hiker Mike Vacek shares his story, and what it is like to live life on the trail.Mike is also part of a small percentage of hikers who has completed the triple crown, the big 3 distance trails in the USA. He's also walked the Camino de Santiago in Spain and countless other trails.In this exciting travel podcast interview you'll learn:What it's like to hike the entire Te Araroa trailPreparing for the walk and what to expect on the groundWhy the Te Araroa may not be the best option for beginner distance hikersHow you can set up your life to make time for a months long trekWhy these hikes help Mike land better jobsWhich epic trails are doable for beginner's and more seasoned veteransWilderness treks vs. trails that run through towns and villagesAnd so much more!Resources from the showGreen CornersTe AraroaListen To More Travel Podcasts The post Epic Treks: Tramping New Zealand’s Te Araroa Trail appeared first on Zero to Travel.