> my name is Sylvain Blanvillain (26 year old, from France), I just finished
> a PhD and i am planning a one month tramping trip from Wellington to
> Auckland (by foot and hich-hiking) from mid-April to mid-May.
> I use to hike in the french Alpes and love nature (i am also a good fly
> fisher) and traveling. That’s why i am planning this trip (i am now in
> Australia for a few days).
>
> I am planning to spend one up to three days in Wellington to grab some
> informations in DOC offices, about New Zealand tracks, buy the necessary
> food and hut tickets …
> Instead of spending those days alone, i am looking for someone who can
> offer to me a place to sleep around Wellington. I don’t want to abuse of
> someone’s hospitality, but rather meet some peoples to talk with (about
> hiking, planning of my trip….), share some culture (i can talk about
> french places to hike, or cook some french cuisine) …
> Do you know if there is someone in your club who can help me? It would be
> great for me.