South Island ~ 1

March 2, 2025

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The first segment of a two week walk around the South Island.

Picton to Ashburton.

Heading up the track to the flood bund to meet Luckana and Murray. Sunset on the river. The view from our camp up river to the road. Taking care of domestic chores. South of Kaikoura next to the golf course. Beautifully folded rocks on South Beach. Seals basking in the sun at Kaikoura. A wonderfully broad sedimentary plateau, viewed from above. Back on the highway after Ward Beach and taking our lunch outside the cafe Walking out from Ward Beach. The moonlight silhouettes. Wonderfully crenellated rocks. Sheltering from the wind behind rocks. A seaside jewelled treasury. Ajahn Anuttalo braced against the strong sea wind. Superbly crafted rock sculptures. A delightful rock inclusion provides a yogi seat. The view up the coast on Ward Beach. Just south of Blenheim we rest to dry some of our gear. The pond view from the oak grove. The Blenhiem fire brigade extinguishing a non-fire. Ajahn Anuttalo rests prior to setting up camp. A small monks reunion at Blenheim railway station. The good ship Kaitaki patiently waiting for the venerable monks.