One of the first things I like to do when visiting a new country is to learn about its flora and fauna. In New Zealand there were a wealth of flightless birds to see as well as the ancient Kauri trees (which are in the same family as the Monkey Puzzle Tree!) My favorite times though, were spent standing on windswept hilltops and gazing across the striking landscapes.
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| Kauri Conifer |
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| A Relatively Young Kauri |
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| The Silver Fern- Symbol Of New Zealand |
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| The Bay at Akaroa |
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| My Uncle's House and Hangar |
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| Old Tree At Sunset |
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| A Marsh In The Shadow Of Mt. Lyford |
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| Kaikoura Hilltop |
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| Kaikoura At Sunset |
I decided to go "marsh hopping" on my uncle's property and found out very quickly that some of the marsh grass was not as substantial as it looked. I returned to his house with wet jeans.
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| Depth Testing The Hard Way |
I was also given a huge jar of Manuka honey to take home with me. I've been enjoying it in my tea at home.
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| Manuka |
I should look for this honey here. I read about it in the book you gave me and I think you mentioned it to me as well
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