Bruce Hopkins ticks off the last of three big challenges on Te Araroa.

Bruce Hopkins Trail Diary - Week 25, 15 March - 22 March 2018
Waiau Pass - Boyle River

"What shape or form do blessings come in?

"I've hit what I feel is my lowest point since starting Te Araroa. Knee injury = five days off the trail. Another injury break!

"I've been hitting the hot pools at Hanmer Springs between physio sessions, sitting in a sulphur hot pool with fellow TA tramper Adam from LA.

"But I did it! The big three, the Tararuas, Richmond Range and now Waiau pass, are all done! And I never have to go back there again!

"About to start a seven day haul from Boyle River to Arthur's Pass with multiple river crossings. I shall complete this journey...!"

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