Rattle your Dags!

After our first few days in Wellington, we had a weekend adventure to the Masterton area to do some preliminary field work relating to Zion's research. Our weekend adventure almost didn't happen due to "heavy snow" which really means slush. Also this means that when you are at the top of the mountain pass it is necessary to create the largest ball of snow possible and put it on the bonnet (hood) of your car so as you drive down all of your kiwi friends will see and beep at you. We stayed in a hostel/backpacker and woke up to a perfectly clear sunday morning with spectacular mountain views. We had a fantastic day in the field looking at the Wairarapa fault complete with a lunch of kiwis, vegemite, wine and cheese. I think Zion will post tomorrow with some more artsy fartsy photos.
-Eric

Zion asleep at the airport

Rob's house in Haitaitai where we have been staying.
The miniature car behind Zion is our rugged field vehicle.

Field Day #1