Dec 24, 2016
The Waimangu Volcanic Valley features numerous geothermal features. Mount Terawera erupted June 1886 destroying everything in the area and totally reshapedpp q the land. Lake Rotomahana grew 20 times in size and became North Island's deepest lake. The famed pink and white terraces vanished beneath the water or...
Dec 20, 2016
The Coast to Coast Trail runs between Waitemata Harbor and Manukau Harbor in the city of Auckland, New Zealand. It is 10 miles long and does have some modest climbing , mostly up and then down Mt. Eden, the local high point. This is an urban walk but don't let that fool you. We saw a lot and were very pleased with this...
Dec 18, 2016
We have now been in Auckland for two
days.
Our first day we spent wandering around town: visiting the harbor,
walking through some parks including part of what might be the
largest park in Auckland - Auckland Domains -and getting a sense of
the city. Once you get off of the main streets things get quieter
and there...
Oct 10, 2016
It is a partly sunny afternoon. The temperature is warm enough with just a hint of coolness in the modestly blowing breeze. It's the last day Argo Canoe Livery will be open this year and I am taking advantage of the fine afternoon for one last paddle to Barton Dam and back. This is an easy paddle of just under 4...
Aug 6, 2016
Amsterdam Day 1 - August 5, 2016
Our first day in Amsterdam has come to a close. We spent it
exploring beyond the immediate neighborhood. Our apartment is
located near museums including the Van Gogh Museum and the
Rijksmuseum. Somewhat farther away we found , in due time, Central
Station and even the location of the...