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by Laura Waters (Author)

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What would move you to ditch your life and take off into the wild for five months? For Laura Waters, it took the implosion of a toxic relationship and a crippling bout of anxiety. Armed with maps, a compass and her life in a bag on her back, she set out to walk the untamed landscapes of the Te Araroa trail in New Zealand, 3000 kilometres of raw, wild, mountainous trail winding from the top of the North Island to the frosty tip of the South Island. But when her walking partner dropped out on the second day, she was faced with a choice: abandon the journey, or face her fears and continue on alone? She chose to walk on.

For five months, Laura battled not only treacherous terrain and elements, but also the demons of self-doubt and anxiety. As the kilometres fell behind her, nature did its work, stripping away her identity and guiding her towards a new way of being. At the end of Te Araroa, it was the hard-earned insights into the power of nature, emotional wellbeing and fulfilling relationships - with others as well as with herself - that were Laura's greatest accomplishments. She emerged 'rewilded', and it transformed her life.

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Paperback: 288 pages
Publisher: Affirm Press; 1 edition (27 August 2019)
ISBN-10: 1925870545
ISBN-13: 978-1925870541
Product Dimensions: 15.4 x 2.6 x 23.3 cm
Boxed-product Weight: 399 g
Customer Reviews: 11 customer reviews
Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 25,443 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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About the Author

Laura Waters is a Melbourne-based freelance travel writer, speaker, author and nature nomad. After a decade on the corporate grind, she undertook this adventure, which ultimately changed her life. Laura hiked the length of New Zealand, a 3000-km journey. She left behind the nine-to-five and the comforts of modern life, instead seeking further adventures in the wild. She writes for worldwide publications, including Australian Traveller, Wild, and Outdoor, about experiential travel and her adventures in the great outdoors. She also trained with former US Vice President Al Gore to become a Climate Presenter, and gives presentations to hundreds of people on climate change and inspires others to reconnect with nature.

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wizdmkeepr

Beyond Amazing!

17 October 2019

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This book had me from the first few words on the page. It's not just a travelogue or a story of a place, the reflective inner journey says something of the times we live in and the restorative power of nature. The story sweeps you along, and takes you to the highest vistas and guides you through the difficult places with the sure footedness of a writer who is able to reveal so much of herself on the page. I didn't want it to end and was craving more when the trip was finished. A great book while you are traveling or have time for a leisurely read - this is a book to savor!

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Kim Clayton

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31 January 2020

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I loved this, Thankyou for writing your story, for exposing your inner self Laura. I have been recommending this to everyone.

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Andrew

What an adventure

4 February 2020

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I read this book while on my own 9-day bushwalk in SW Tassie. Thanks Laura for taking the time to share your adventure I really enjoyed tagging along with the ups and downs of the Te Araroa and your life. Well done. Looking forward to the PCT, AT, CDT versions :)

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Beano

Fabulous Adventure and life affirming.

27 October 2019

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An interesting and thoughtful insite into the restorative benefits of embrasing nature and pushing oneself past personal comfort levels.
A great adventure and quite an achievement. Couldn't put it down .

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Anita Cavanagh

A brilliant read.

15 January 2020

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I couldn't put this book down, I loved Laura's vulnerability, honesty and authenticity. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves true stories, hiking, the outdoor life and nature.

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Gill

Easy read, quite enjoyable

7 October 2019

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I enjoyed the narrative of both the mental & physical challenge in undertaking such a hike. Easy to read. Great accomplishment to complete the hike and write a book about it.

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Karen H

Loved it!

26 October 2019

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Brilliantly written. Interesting, compelling, touches the soul. A truly down to earth account of not just an amazing hike, but a soul transformation.

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Shelley McMeeken

Brilliant, inspiring tale.

10 November 2019