The Journey

With a four year gestation, the longest known to man, the Campbell Island Bicentennial Expedition is now underway. Over nine weeks (from Dec 2010 to Feb 2011) a team of 14 intrepid explorers undertook research on this remote and wild island. Come along for the ride, as they post stories of island life sent during the expedition and reminisces upon their return - its wonders, the hardships, the inevitable cabin fever, and possibly some research. But this is just the beginning, with post-expedition outputs culminating in a year-long exhibition at Te Papa (Nov 2012 to 2013) - there's so much more to tell and your support is needed.

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MEDIA COVERAGE

RADIO (8)
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PRESS (5)

Journey Categories

Research Teams

MESSAGES OF SUPPORT

Shelley, congratulations on your very impressive prospectus. Best wishes for your own work on the freshwater environs.

Bryony Macmillan

We are most grateful that very busy people, such as you, have been willing to spare the time to help us extend our knowledge of geology and botany.

Pegasus U3A - Geology/Botany Group

Your Trust's vision demonstrates that there is a real role for NZers in the guardianship, understanding and on-going protection of our southern most islands.

Andy Roberts, Department of Conservation

We hope a glass of our beautiful wine will help you end each day on a positive note — and a well deserved one at that.

Kathyrn Ryan, Mountford Estate wines

Wishing you every success in this very exciting project, and we look forward to linking with you via museum exhibitions and events.

Gael Ramsay, Southland Museum

I hope all goes well for you on this adventure and that you find some new and exciting things. We'll be thinking of you (a little enviously) and look forward to hearing about it later.

Mary Holder

Can we come too? Seriously, thank you for having the foresight and dedication to help ensure the preservation and protection of something so wildly unique and wonderful. Inspirational!

Greg & Helen, No Worries Company Services Ltd

I bet you'll see some 'firsts' on this trip, so thanks for allowing us to bring this very special and remote place a little closer to our listeners.

Graeme Hill, Environews @ Radio Live

Looking at your site brings back a lot of memories. Had great days at North West Bay building an A frame hut in our spare time. I wonder if it is still there? Wish I was coming with you.

Lindsay Barker

Say gidday to Mark Crompton (Swampy) for me. I was the DSIR technician during my stay and Mark was one of the meterology observers. I met Don Merton during 1970.

Lindsay Barker

All the best for a successful expedition to Campbell Island. No matter what the weather, we know you’ll be warm and dry!

Swazi

Shelley—you tired, determined, extremely hard working person. The fieldwork on Campbell will be a doddle after all the effort you've devoted to getting there. You have my profound admiration.

Murray Williams, CIBE advisor

Best of luck to the brave team heading south, our thoughts will be with you on this exciting adventure!

Wattie's

Good luck on what is a fantastic initiative. I’m pretty jealous too. Have a great trip, Shelley!

Tom Burkitt, EIANZ

All the best for a successful mission and I look forward to following the process online!

Cynthia Winkworth, Otago University

Steve, What a great trip, I am really proud of you. Have a safe journey. I am going to watch your progress on face book.

Loads of Love, Mom

We only have one planet. Understanding and looking after it is critical. We are proud to support this visit to the Wild South to further our understanding of life in remote places. And envious of your opportunity to visit the island! Enjoy.

Peter Robinson, Hill Labs

This is an awesome expedition which I'm sure will generate some fantastic publications in the years to come. Kia kaha to all, enjoy being there and may it all go well.

Greg Comfort

Please accept our full donation support of your first aid requirements. Wishing you a safe & successful expedition!

Karen Baas, Survival Kit Company

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