Hard to believe Karamea has had no substantial rain for a month, long dry days, temperatures ranging 26 degrees C to 32.5 degrees C.
We are so looking for rain to fall despite the long weekend for the travelers in town, drinking water is more important at this stage of the year.
I am sure we will receive some soon, the sandflies are at an all time high signaling the onset of precipitation.
When ever I drive to the start of the Heaphy Track the roads are lined with brown grass and low waters in creeks that are normally flowing well, stock are frequenting troughs more regular and bird life is less, quiet sunset chorus... not much to say I would think.
Anyway life goes on.
Tramping on the Heaphy has slowed down a lot, as school has returned and festivals have started, a slower time for businesses in Karamea is expected, it will get busier after mid February as past years have shown, heres hoping.
I have several small day walks planned for the future and one major trek in winter, this will be my time off annual leave, a chance to unwind and plan the next stage of my working year.
So for a final note to January, good suntan and busy transport season so far and may it continue.
