From Gero to the Milford Track

I never thought I'd say this but Joe is a smuck and Biggles was right-the Milford track is a terrific experience and worth the walk for the hardy and given the fact that I made it, the not so hardy. There was a nice bit of luxury and comfort-though the hardly drinking Aunty Jan was 'less than amused' with her grog bill at the end of it.( the kids worked out the tab system very early on) Nice flat walking for 2 of the 3 days, about 6-7 hours a day for the 3 days, and we got bucketed on the third day which was the hard day anyway. The 100 mils turned the upward track into creeks so drenching was big. Strangely everyone we speak to says in true Monty Python style ' only one day of rain-oh you lucky bastard'
Specy scenery, fantastic waterfalls, green vegetation ( we don't have that in the west), terrific feeds and good accommodation. Kate , her Joe, Zac and Liz were great company. It isn't cheap but God bless that exchange rate!!