Anna Marie Riner
Kia ora! My name is Anna Marie, and I am a creative, outdoorsy individual from the Black Hills in South Dakota. This semester, I'm excited to be crossing the globe to New Zealand for some studying, tramping (hiking), eating, birding, interning, exploring and much more.
Blogs by Anna Marie Riner
What Are the Ilam Apartments Like? + Tips for Living in Ilam, Christchurch (with photos!)
A description and photos of IES Abroad Christchurch housing at Ilam Apartments, as well as tips for living in the Ilam district
Back At Home, Remembering My Time Abroad
Some thoughts on being back at home, some photos of good times abroad, and a last few tips on the adventure of studying abroad
*Study* Abroad: My Classes This Semester!
An overview of the classes I took this semester as well as some tips for being a student at UC (University of Canterbury)
South to Stewart Island: Tramping the Rakiura Track
My muddy, bird-y, slightly spur-of-the-moment trip to NZ's third largest island, down at -47° latitude.
Growth From the Rubble
A post recognizing the massive lasting impact of the 2010-2011 Christchurch earthquakes, and the many inspiring ways the city and the people have healed and...
Giving Back to Aotearoa
I had a great time this weekend doing conservation work in the bush and plains with the Student Volunteer Army.
Mushrooms, Keas, and Killer Views: Tramping the Kepler Track Part 1
Part 1 of my amazing tramp along the Kepler Track, a Great Walk in Fiordland National Park. Featuring a boat break down, cheeky Keas, some amazing views and...
Mushrooms, Keas, and Killer Views: Tramping the Kepler Track Part 2
Part 2 of my rad tramp on the Kepler Track in Fiordland National Park. Featuring tons of mushrooms, hut buddies, some wild weather, and more.
Christchurch Kiwi Crash Course: Part 1
Some tips and tricks and interesting things I've noticed after my first month in Christchurch. Featuring clothing and FOOD.
Christchurch Kiwi Crash Course: Part 2
All about how to get around in the Christchurch area, featuring some of my transportation oops-idents.
Kia ora! Speaking and Listening in Christchurch, NZ
My communication hasn't always been flawless here, but I have gradually picked up lots of useful slang and Māori words. Here I share some of what I've learned.
I Leave Tomorrow?!?: A Conversation with My Own Brain
Yes, I'm leaving tomorrow, but even though I've been prepping for months, it still doesn't feel quite real.