...about her experience while volunteering in New Zealand.

Oct 10, 2003 - "Today was fulfilling, but a long, hard days work on the Kapiti Coast. We worked with Fergus and Brayden on a restoration project located on the cliffside. Spectacular views of the coastline and Kapiti Island, and the quintessential NZ of 'land of sheep & big green pastures'. We tubed and staked seedlings all along the project area to protect them from the elements (weather and predators) so they'll grow into big trees someday :). The plants, which are expected to grow about 5' in the next 5 years, with rapid growth thereafter, will create a windbreak and also help to keep the cliffs from eroding."

Oct 15, 2003 � "Just spent 3 days/2 nights camping and doing work at Rimutaka National Park. It was different and interesting for sure, but also fun � �Predator Control�� Day 2 I woke up around 7:00 a.m. and had a moment for myself washing down by the river � very invigorating and peaceful� after a quick breakfast, John, Vicky and I were off to clear and reset the traps. I think we caught 5-6 possum� sad, but a part of life; have to remember the �big picture� � predator control to help preserve and allow regeneration of vegetation and increasing other wildlife, in this case native birds such as the Kingfisher and the Tui� the thought of a silent forest � with no birds singing � saddens me, so I try to stay positive (about the work). Plus John (Rush) is a hoot to work with and actually made the whole experience tolerable."

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