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127: Tramping an Unmarked Route to Gorge River with Elvisa Van Der Leden
Elvisa Van Der Leden was invited to Gorge River to visit the Long family and set off on a two-day unmarked route with three friends. She is a conservationist whose work has taken her from Antarctic islands to Taranaki and marine science. The group brought different skills to the tramp as they navigated thick bush, river crossings, map reading and boulder hopping. They got lost a few times and learnt lots along the way. Elvisa then celebrated her 30th birthday at Gorge River with a surprise cake. She shares tips for off-trail hiking and highlights the importance of conservation in New Zealand…
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