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Catch up with Peter, famed hiking journalist and author of Classic Hikes of the World, as he tours around your local MEC stores reflecting on his time in New Zealand.

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"The fact is, there are so many beautiful places to see down here, traveling and hiking in New Zealand can keep you busy for a lifetime."

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About Peter Potterfield

ABOUT PETER POTTERFIELD
Find out more about Peter and the adventures he has been a part of.


Hiking in New Zealand

HIKING IN NEW ZEALAND
Peter Potterfield has experienced some of the best hikes in New Zealand, yet there is so much more on offer.


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NEW ZEALAND NATIONAL PARKS
Fourteen spectacular national parks preserve New Zealand's natural heritage. Our parks allow you to discover the heart and soul of a country that will never be totally tamed.


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WORLD HERITAGE NEW ZEALAND
More than ten percent of New Zealand has been awarded World Heritage status. You can journey into these remarkable landscapes for a few hours, or for days at a time.

To see videos of Peter's tips on the Routeburn, Queen Charlotte and Lake Waikaremoana Tracks, click on Related Videos.




Follow Peter's trip

Learn about the regions and hikes that Peter experienced on his third visit to New Zealand in five years - completing research for a speaking series focusing on New Zealand hiking. See Peter's presentation at the following MEC stores:

Victoria 1 April 2009

Vancouver 2 April 2009

Calgary 15 April 2009

Edmonton 16 April 2009

Toronto 23 April 2009

Peter Potterfield Map Cape Brett Walkway (Northland) Lake Waikaremoana Walk (Eastland) Tongariro Alpine Crossing (Ruapehu) Queen Charlotte Track, Marlborough Routeburn Track (Fiordland) Rakiura Track (Southland)
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•  walkinglegends.com
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