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mark miller
Social climber
Reno
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Mar 16, 2014 - 07:29pm PT
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New Zealand...isn't that where the climbers come from? Heck you have the Alps without the people, beautiful area.
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Avery
climber
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Mar 16, 2014 - 11:18pm PT
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That's exactly right Mark. Back in my climbing days (the 80s and 90s) you could consider yourself very unlucky if you stumbled across anybody (or anything)
Things are a bit different nowadays.(Peter Jackson has a lot to answer for.)
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vlani
Trad climber
mountain view, ca
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Mar 16, 2014 - 11:36pm PT
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Very unstable weather from what I've heard?
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Avery
climber
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Mar 17, 2014 - 03:20am PT
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It greatly depends on where you are vlani. The weather in NZ runs the entire range of possibilities. The west of the south island is known for its high rainfall(and spectacular native bush) While the eastern parts of the island are predominately warm and dry. For example, Blenheim, where I live, (which is in the northeast tip of the south island) is famous for its grape growing and fine wines. The Blenheim climate is superb.
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Avery
climber
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Mar 17, 2014 - 10:46pm PT
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Winter Climbs
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Mar 18, 2014 - 01:36pm PT
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hey there say, avery.... wow! impressive things, here...
great share, thank you so much!!
hope to see more... :)
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Avery
climber
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Mar 18, 2014 - 04:46pm PT
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Thanks Neebee. I will be posting a few more. If your interested check out another topic of mine called "Castle Hill Basin (NZ) Photos".
Thanks for the positive feedback.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Mar 18, 2014 - 10:44pm PT
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hey there say, thanks! will do...
actually, i CAN now, with the faster net service, :))
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Avery
climber
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Mar 19, 2014 - 03:56am PT
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Avery
climber
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Mar 20, 2014 - 11:26pm PT
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That's all my photos folks, Au revoir
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Delhi Dog
climber
Good Question...
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Though no climbing photos my last trip was wonderful. I had my wife and two daughters with me which was very special.
http://www.chriskemperphotography.com/Travel/New-Zealand/27462683_jmRFcV#!i=2310244743&k=cHHCqN2
I did spend 3 weeks on the South island back in '69 when I was with my family moving from Australia to Hawaii. It was June I think and we froze our butts off. Still it was an incredible and memorable trip. Biking, hiking, freezing, glacier exploring we crammed a lot into those weeks.
NZ, probably the most perfect country in every aspect. Fishing, hiking, eating, fine people, wonderful wine, killer surfing, bush walks, rainforest, mountains, lakes, rivers, biking, the list goes on and on.
My greatest regret is that I never went early enough to take advantage of the need BITD for teachers (which I have been for many years).
Thanks for sharing your photos with us Avery!
cheers
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Avery
climber
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Thanks "Delhi Dog" for your gracious comments. It's something I really appreciate.
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Delhi Dog
climber
Good Question...
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Well, your welcome, but really you've shared a lot with us here lately and know it's been fun scrolling through them, and too it ain't no lie, that country is one sweet part of this earth.
I hope you guys continue to care for it and keep it special.
If I could only figure out how to live there...:-)
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roy
Social climber
NZ -> SB,CA -> Zurich
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Great shots Avery. I've probably done 5 or 6 trips into the Nelson lakes area between 1977 and 80. Frightening to think that I haven't been there in almost 35 years. But to remedy this I think I'll be back early in next year.
Thanks for the memories,
Roy
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labrat
Trad climber
Auburn, CA
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Really love that place. Angeles Hut setting is so spectacular it's hard to take a bad picture!
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Avery
climber
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Roy, you'll be pleased to know the place hasn't changed in 35 years. I live in Blenheim which is just an hour or so from Nelson Lakes, so I can visit there on a fairly regular basis. Appreciate your comments.
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Avery
climber
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labrat, I think the Lake Angelus area is simply unbeatable. Thanks for your comments.
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