Why are all the walkers grinning?

March 2025

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March 2025

Kathi Frasier
Some of last year’s Walk1200km participants share how far they’ve come, what they’ve gained and offer their tips for others. Kathi Frasier (featured)At nine months into Walk1200km, Kathi had walked 750km. Why Walk1200km? My husband and I saw Walk1200km as a way to retain a feeling of connection with New Zealand. We live in Colorado but have […]
Diana Ward

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Diana Ward

Diana Ward pairs her love of adventuring with storytelling. A career as director/producer in television and video production has taken her to countries like India, Thailand, Bangladesh and throughout the Pacific. She has a Master of Arts in languages and film. She has tramped since childhood and loves exploring Aotearoa solo, with friends, and with her daughter and grandson. Her walking buddies appreciate her photos and granola bars.

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