- in Christchurch - we headed over to the Antarctic Centre. Zack was in a rotten mood, so it made it quite hard going and unpleasant. They had heaps of information on Antarctica with a few 're-creations' too which were great fun : a storm room where you have to put on heavy coats and shoes to protect you from wind and snow. There was also a 4 Seasons room where the snow fell, so Zack could eat some. They have a small group of rescued penguins which was fun - each had a name and there was an explanation of their injuries or disabilities. I discovered that there are 11 species of Antarctic Penguin (it explained all the little faces I'd seen on "Surf's Up"). We had to rush through half the exhibition because his highness was screaming and carrying on. I voted to scrap the trip to the Arts centre in favour of getting out of town... and away from the miserable, drizzly weather. We drove out to Geraldine where we spent the night. Our first evening in a camp site and we were pleasantly surprised : ablution and kitchen facilities are excellent, and my only complaint was no baths. The kitchens even have microwave ovens and recycling bins! We went to bed early.
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