MILFORD TRACK

Long smiles make short miles, as will a hipflask of whiskey…

Sandflies were created to keep humans from dwelling too long in beautiful places and for that they hold a special place in my heart. Over four days, Piopiotahi graces us with all her wonder - a force far too strong to be reckoned with. Here the balance is healthy and blissfully innocent, hidden away from prying eyes, and though awareness is important I really hope we can keep it that way.

Quote of the track: “You look how I feel” - my dragon of a mother, day three, mid heavy rain warning boosting to the next hut to avoid losing the track to a potential of four metres of water (but thumbs up for gortex jackets and thick skin - if she can’t keep me humble, no one will). What a treasure of a country we live in.