Tomorrow morning, after dropping off my mail-in ballot at the post office, I’m heading to the airport for a journey to New Zealand! I will be there for 7 weeks total. I’m all packed up, with my big backpack and a small carry-on backpack. I’m taking all my camping stuff, along with crampons and ice axe (it’s spring down there and I’ve heard they’ve had a big winter). I’m leaving the 4×5 large format camera and all its film behind (gasp!) in favor of traveling light and easy with my small digital SLR, one lens, and little tripod.
I have lots of ideas for places to see during the trip, but not much actual plans. I think I’d like to generally spend most of my time hiking and tramping in the mountains of the South Island, but I’ll see how it goes. I also want to take it easy and relax in some of the towns too, between hikes. While I am of course excited about getting into the photography groove for almost two months, I’m almost equally excited to have a real vacation, doing whatever I feel like doing each day.
Anyhow, I will try to post some updates on this blog when I can – hopefully with some pictures too.
Take care,
Jack
Hi Jack,
Have a GREAT trip, look forward to your images. Wow, no x5, but it makes a lot of sense.
Safe travels, buddy. And have a fantastic time! New Zealand is an incredible place!!
Have fun down there, Jack. Looking forward to the images.
Have a fabulous time Jack. Don’t forget to go to the Voodoo Cafe in Qtown – best coffee and breakfast/lunch out there.
Have a great tramp and no worries, mate – we’ll be jonesin’ for some new Brauer classics when you get back!