This term break we fairly spur-of-the-moment took off for the Otago rail trail. Again. Last time was a couple of years ago in the spring. We got hit by some fierce wind and, well, we didn't make it. This time we are older, wiser, fitter? and we are going the full monty from Clyde to Middlemarch. Highly recommended outing for kiwis and visitors alike.

Otago rail trail

First night at the Lauder Hotel. Good to get day one under our belts, saddles, whatever, and practice our cup stacking in the local pub where Andrew holds the record for holding his hands on the frozen beer tap. He's a polar bear. And it's a good thing, because the mornings are a bit cold.

That be frost on those saddlebags. It's all good. We'll warm up pedaling, and before long Mr. Sun will be along. Here are a few pics of the local wildlife.

Glad this one was off the trail and on the wall at the Chatto Creek tavern.

Now it's back to school, work, basketball, soccer, and this term we'll be leading the contingent for FPS at Broadgreen intermediate.