NZ through the eyes of a Kiwi

I've already started my journey here in NZ, I’ve completed mountain biking all the trails in Lake Taupo and Rotorua, in the 2.5 weeks of mountain biking I had ridden 500+km’s.

I’ve mountain biked the Tongariro River Trail camping on the side of the river for 2 nights fly fishing.

I’ve mountain biked the famous 42nd traverse with my best friend over two days camping and fishing.

I’ve mountain biked the 13k one way W2K (Whakaipo Bay to Kinloch) I also added the 9.5 kilometer Headland loop trail.

I’ve mountain biked from Green Lake to Blue Lake in Rotorua.

I’ve mountain biked from Lake Okataina to Lake Tarawera outlet this was a 6 hour ride and 4 hour hike carrying my bike.

I've already tramped/hiked from the tip of NZ, all the way down half of the north island to Taupo.

I’ve completed the 2-3 day hike from Cape Reinga to Spirits Bay which is about to become NZ’s 10th great walk.

I’ve also stayed out at the North Cape for 2 weeks solo, a place that not many people have ever been to or will ever go to because its protected by D.O.C (Department of conservation) and the local Iwi or Maori Tribe. While at the North Cape I stayed on an Island called Murimotu that is only accessible at low tide, I slept on this island for 2 nights and got some very unique photos.

I’ve also completed the 7 hour oneway Cape Brett track.

I’ve completed the Pinnacles in Coromandel staying in a hammock at the very top so I could get photos of the sunrise.

I've Kayaked from Whitianga to Hot water beach in Coromandel where I’ve seen the most amazing blowholes and seen spectacular events while free diving.

I’ve completed the Tarawera Trail to Hot Water Beach, Te Rata Bay, Lake Tarawera.

I’ve summited Mt Tarawera staying at the summit for 2 nights and exploring while waiting for the perfect moment to take photos of the sun rise and sunset also getting unique photos of the volcano and writing about it.

I’ve summited Mt Tohoraha, Houhoro and stayed the night at the top in my hammock and captured the most amazing sunrise on my cameras.

I’ve also completed the first of my 9 great walks, I spent 5 days tramping/hiking and exploring Lake Waikaremoana, Lake Waikareiti and the 5 major waterfalls that drop into Lake Waikaremoana.

I’ve summited Mapouriki 1190m and stayed the night at the top so I could get photos of the sunrise, there is no track to the top of this mountain. Mapouriki is part of the Huiarau Range, Te Urewera, New Zealand and is very isolated, a truly unique place to go as only a handful of people have ever been here.

I’ve spent 2 nights on a catamaran in Pahia, Northland, New Zealand.

I’ve summited Mt Tohoraha (Mt Camel), Houhora, Far North, New Zealand staying the night at the summit and getting a ride back across the harbour in a yacht the next day.

I’ve caught and ridden a wild horse in Te Hapua, Far North, New Zealand while staying with the a local Kaumatua (Maori elder/leader).

I also rode out of the North Cape on a Honda MX motorbike.

I’ve stayed out on unique islands here in NZ that very few people would have ever stepped foot on let alone camped on, one such island is Mahurangi island where I spent two nights during my Kayaking trip around Hahei, Coromandel, New Zealand.

I’ve Boogie boarded down the Kaituna 3 times.

I’ve been to Tauranga and visited 4 water falls in 3 days (listed under waterfalls below) I’ve also captured a beautiful sunset from the Papamoa Hills while in Tauranga.

Rivers

1.Kauaeranga

2.Hamurana Springs

3.Tongariro River

4.Tauranga Taupo River

5.Waikato River

6.Whakapapa River

7.Kaituna River

On all of these rivers I try to do as many things as I can e.g. drift dive (snorkel+mask) fish, raft, kayak, boogie board, jet boat, canyoning, camping, swimming, mountain biking, exploring.

There are rivers and streams too numerous to mention here that I know and will visit during my NZ tour.

The list of rivers above have only been seen in the last 3-4 months. (When I started)

Waterfalls

1.Pandora

2.Rainbow Falls

3.Charlies Rock

4.Kaiate Falls 1

5.Wairere Falls 2

6.Omanawa Falls 3

7.Kaiate Falls 4 waterfalls in 3 days including North Islands biggest Wairere @153m

8.Korokoro Falls

9.Mokau Falls

10.Whangatawhia

11.Aniwaniwa Falls

12.Kitekite Falls

At all of these waterfalls I try and do as many things as I can this includes, swimming, diving, free diving (snorkel+mask) exploring e.g. getting under, behind and above every one that I can.

The list of Waterfalls above have only been seen in the last 3-4 months. (Since I started)

Lakes

1.Lake Taupo

2.Lake Rotoura

3.Lake Rotokakahi (Green Lake)

4.Lake Tikitapu (Blue Lake)

5.Lake Okareka

6.Lake Okataina

7.Lake Tarawera

8.Lake Rotomahana

9.Lake Rerewhakaaitu

10.Lake Waikaremoana

11.Lake Waikareiti

12.Echo Lake

At all of these Lakes I try and do as many things as I can this includes, swimming, diving, free diving (snorkel+mask) exploring e.g. getting under, behind and above every one that I can.

The list of Lakes above have only been seen in the last 3-4 months. (Since I started)

Mountains, Ranges, Hills, Summits

1.Mt Tohoraha (Mt Camel)

2.The Pinnacles

3.Mt Tauhara

4.Papamoa Hills

5.Mt Tarawera

6.Mapouriki

7.Panekire Range

8.Mt Taranaki

9.Mt Ruapehu

I intend to summit many more than whats listed here including staying a night or two on top of some of NZ’s highest mountains e.g. Mt Cook, Mt Aspiring, Mt Ruapehu, Mt Ngauruhoe, Mt Tongariro, Mt Taranaki and too many others to mention here.

My intention while visiting these mountains is to camp, climb, ski, snowboard, summit, ice climb, rock climb, abseil, hike and capture sunrise and sunsets with my cameras.

The list of Mountains, Ranges, Hills and Summits above have only been seen in the last 3-4 months. (Since I started)

Intentions

I will be completing all 9 of NZ's great walks:

1.Lake Waikaremoana (completed)

2.Tongariro Northern Circuit (intended after Whanganui)

3.Whanganui Journey (next 27/03/2016)

4.Abel Tasman Coast Track

5.Heaphy Track

6.Milford Track

7.Kepler Track

8.Routeburn Track

9.Rakiura Track

I will be summiting some of NZ's highest mountains; Mt Taranaki, Mt Ngauruhoe, Mt Ruapehu, Mt Tarawera, Mt Aspiring, Aoraki Mt Cook.

I will also be exploring the most remote and unchartered territory here in NZ and around the world.

In between all these tramps and summits, I'll be mountain biking, fly fishing, sea fishing, diving, kayaking, surfing, drift diving, caving, white water rafting, rock and ice climbing and camping.

I’m filming and taking thousands of photos using a GoPro4 and an iPhone6 together.

I'll also be writing and documenting my journey here in NZ and around the world using my MacBook Air, I will be flying out to start my world tour with my first stop being Australia once I've completed my tour of NZ in June 2017.

I urge you to have a look on Instagram and Facebook at the journeys I've already completed and at the quality shots I’m getting for my currant sponsors.

I will be forwarding various Media details of my intentions like I have you and they wii be interested everywhere I go so exposure for your brand will be extensive.

I would be very grateful if you could pass my details onto anyone you think could help or be interested.

I'm in and out of reception at times for days, so it's best to email or use messenger as the best form of contact.

I’m using social media and free WIFI wherever I can to show that this whole trip can be done at little cost, including the travel, accommodation and activities.

I would like to inspire people to live out their dreams by setting GOALS and in the process educate them about the outdoors and how important it is to look after our planet.

I request that all my sponsors make a donation to my cause here: http://givealittle.co.nz/cause/bradsepicadventure and to supply me with product where and when I need it as well as contributing to the cost of my travel and expenses.

Sponsor

I can showcase your brand/Product in some of the most unique remote places around the globe.

I’m a very skilled photographer and used to do it as a paid job.

I write about the places I go to and find secret, hidden, unique spots using local knowledge.

Your brand/product’s will be shown to an ever growing audience.

Once a contract is signed I’ll be supplying hi quality photographs from epic locations around the world and pushing the limits to the extreme because thats what I love to do.

I'm willing to tag your brand and products in my posts using my public social media networks, as well as make mention in all my media interviews.

My trip will be very well documented using photographs, video and writing about my adventures as I go.

I intend to write a book at the end of my journey.

I would be willing to supply on-going updates and unique photos as my journey progresses e.g. I’ve just given 187 unique photos to my sponsor Belinda Tuki from https://honestfood.co.nz

On average I shoot 400 to 600 photos a day and post approximately 4-6 photos of each adventure including writing detailed descriptions of locations on Instagram and Facebook every 2 to 8 days.

I have been invited to speak at many schools and events with the next one coming up on 04/2016 in Lake Taupo in front of 600-700 people. I’ll be talking about goal setting, morals, nature, and trying to influence and inspire people.

I will be constantly posting to all my social media networks as my journey progresses.

Confirmed Sponsors

Lowa Boots NZ

Spy Optics NZ

Kathmandu (this is not a full sponsorship and I have not accepted yet)

Honest Food Co

I’m of good moral standing, I’m loyal, honest, determined, respectful and grateful that you’ve taken the time to read this proposal.

With your support I will accomplish my goals.

If you would like to know more about my intentions here and overseas please contact me via email or here.

I also have many other plans not mentioned above which I look forward to sharing with you.

I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Kind regards,

Brad Tinsley.

Adventurer.

I live by the law of attraction.

Passionately grateful for this exceptional life!