Category: New Zealand

  • NZ Day 8: Campfires and Communism

    NZ Day 8: Campfires and Communism

    When we return to roasting marshmallows, the energy around the fire shifts dramatically, especially when Josh pulls out air quotes around “climate change.” From across the firepit, I half-listen to Hunter prattle on about how he likes his marshmallows burnt to a crisp, and half-listen to their conversation.

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  • New Zealand Day 3: Fish Pie

    New Zealand Day 3: Fish Pie

    One of my first true conversations with a native Māori happens on my third night in New Zealand. I settle down by the Waikato River for the evening, feeling a little sorry for myself as I prepare a dinner of canned tuna and whatever stray veggies I can dig up. Next to me, there’s music…

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