About the seventh generation

On the Rebecca Lynch Memorial Scholarship to the University of Idaho in America, Marie met an old Cœur d'Alêne Indian Chief, Cliff Sir John who helped her understand the indigenous world view and the concepts that resonated in her own connection to place.

In community conservation it was understanding our human values systems, of why we choose to protect one species over another, and in this realising that "education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world" (Nelson Mandala).

On Campbell Island in the New Zealand sub-Antarctic Islands it was being overwhelmed with the beauty and abundance of nature in it's wild state. Of living in a naturally quiet place where humans are not in charge.

At home on the farm it was sitting on a rock overlooking the Pacific Ocean while helping Dad muster sheep and having endless time to observe and wonder.

As a child it was hearing oral stories of the family connections and important events that unfolded in Akaroa that fueled a young imagination and curiosity.

All these experiences contributed to the need to start a tourism company where philosophy, indigenous concepts, natural quiet, and the protection of beauty and nature are core. Interwoven with stories that connect you to place and broaden your understanding of Akaroa's importance in the unfolding of New Zealand history. Forming a complete story that will link the past, present and future into one compelling narrative.