Victoria Bruce: long-distance hiker, writer, single mom

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Victoria Bruce is a 39-year-old writer, adventurer, and single mom who hiked New Zealand’s 3,000-kilometer Te Araroa trail with her seven-year-old daughter, Emilie. (@adventures_with_emilie)

Victoria’s journey stemmed from a desperate need to escape the crushing stress of city life and heal from complex post-traumatic stress disorder, a legacy of her difficult childhood. Through six months of hiking, she discovered a deeper connection with her daughter, her country’s wild landscapes, and herself.

We discuss the physical and emotional trials of walking the length of New Zealand, including nights spent battling windstorms and Emilie’s determination to hike 30 kilometers for the promise of ice cream. Vic ...