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Announcement Read the story of my 3,000 kilometre walking adventure on Te Araroa
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Read the story of my 3,000 kilometre walking adventure on Te Araroa
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Niall on Aug 31, 2021
5 out of 5 starsReally enjoyed this book. A brutal and honest account of what it's like to walk the Te Araroa Trail. We follow Michelle and her ever loyal partner, Jack, as they go through the ups and downs of the TA trail. Very well written with frequent references to relevant cultural issues along the way and an education in New Zealand flora and bird life. Written with humour, I'd definitely recommend this to anyone interested in the TA.
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Trevor on Aug 2, 2020
5 out of 5 starsarrived in 3 or 4 days easy placing the order am enjoying the book
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Suvi on May 21, 2020
5 out of 5 starsMichelle's writing makes you feel like you're on the trail yourself. You can feel the happiness, tears, wind, rain and stepping in the mud. Amazing trail, great people and a beautiful story!
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Gabrielle on May 15, 2020
5 out of 5 starsMeeting Papa was a beautiful read. I found Michelle to be a really captivating writer and despite the way the trail was depicted as tough in many stages, I still felt the yearning to be on the trail. I will be recommending this book to others.
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Valmai on Apr 21, 2020
5 out of 5 starsI really enjoyed this book, the author has a really nice and lyrical writing style and was not afraid to discuss the tough times on the trail honestly but also showing some of the amazing experiences. Her solid partnership with Jack centred the book (for me) along with her authentic story telling. I hope to read more from this author because I think she has a real talent :)
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Tania on Apr 11, 2020
5 out of 5 starsWhat a story! As real as it gets. I laughed and I cringed for you in equal measure. Thanks for sharing with us all. You should feel VERY proud. 😊
About michellecampbellNZ
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On the way to Blue Lake with the Mckerrow Range in the background -
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Above Lake Constance on the way to Waiau Pass -
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Heading into the Kauri Grove - Herekino Forest -
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The first day of many - Cape Reinga -
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3,000 Kilometers later - Bluff
About Michelle
Ko Moumoukai te maunga
Ko Nuhaka te awa
Ko Takitimu to waka
Ko Ngati Kahungungu te Wairoa, Rongomaiwahine me Ngati Porou te iwi
Ko Ngati Rakaipaaka te hapu
Ko Ngai Tamakahu me Tane-nui-o-rangi te marae
Ko Michelle Campbell tōku ingoa
Michelle Campbell was born in Auckland, New Zealand and splits her time between Wellington and Owhango where she has a home right off Te Araroa. Each summer she enjoys meeting new walkers on their 3,000 kilometre odyssey. She has recently started teaching yoga and is on a journey to learn more Te Reo Māori and to understand more about traditional Māori healing methods including rongoā and romiromi. Meeting Papa is her first book.
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Michelle Campbell
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Kia Ora I'm Michelle :) I am a author, yoga teacher and long distance hiker. I walked Te Araroa in 2016/2017 and wrote a book about it called Meeting Papa: A Journey on Te Araroa.
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