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Post by bayraider on Jun 1, 2013 15:34:29 GMT -12
Hi Rex, is the Lake Tarawera get together still on?
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Post by Rex NZ on Jun 2, 2013 6:43:42 GMT -12
Yes
I've updated the calendar with some details
Working on a bonus excursion for the Sunday morning this year
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Post by Rex NZ on Aug 20, 2013 13:36:40 GMT -12
Program Update  8:30am Start A Family friendly adventure around spectacular Lake Tarawera. A late lunch stop at toasty warm geothermal Hot Water Beach DOC site. There’s a natural geothermal spring & hot pool on the beach. Meals can be arranged. Start & finish at Kariri Point, Boatshed Bay. Itinerary; Friday; If you need to over-night in Rotorua, then, suggest you setup your accommodation at the Blue lake Holiday Park www.bluelaketop10.co.nz/Saturday; 7:30am Launching at Kariri point boat-ramp in boatshed bay. 8:00 Registrations. 8:15 Drivers briefing. 8:30am Start underway. Morning tea stop inside the Lagoon. Listen to master mariner Mel Bowen share maritime experiences. Make way to the Outlet for a cup of tea & biscuit. Continue onto Hot Water Beach. Have a late lunch. Soak in the hot springs. Visit the historic Maori rock paintings at ‘The Orchard’. Make your way back to Kariri point. Haul out. Return home Donations; This is a non-profit event & the expenses will be cost shared. Suggested donations; $10 per boat, plus $6 per morning tea, plus $15 per lunch Extra Notes; * Not restricted to just Seagull outboards, any vintage/classic motor will be fine * Meals can be ordered at registration, $6 per morning tea, $15 per lunch * Driving Directions from SH #30; At the roundabout take Tarawera Rd, then, bear left into Spencer Rd, then turn right into Kariri Point. * There MUST be a lifejacket onboard for every person. * It is the sole responsibility of the skipper to ensure the seaworthiness of his/her boat and the safety of the crew and passengers whether afloat or ashore. It must be the skipper’s decision whether or not to take part having regard to the weather conditions, the experience and competence of him/herself and of the crew. Nothing done by the co-ordinators or anyone helping with the event, including the provision of safety boats will relieve the skipper of these responsibilities. The action of participation shall form a binding obligation Contact: For the ground co-ordinator Rex email: rexcharlton [at] gmail [dot] com |
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Post by Rex NZ on Aug 25, 2013 10:01:14 GMT -12
Event 2013 follow up  A good turnout with a wide variety of vessels, 4 trailer yachts & 1 sailing dinghy & 2 open dinghys. The usual chaos ensued at the start with some late starters, but eventually all managed to get away. A leisurely trip along the shoreline to 'The Lagoon'. Dr Mel Bowen gave some fascinating insights from his life as a Master Mariner. Back underway the day has settled into a lovely clear sunny day. The beautiful surrounding native bush & clear waters make for spectacular scenes straight out of the Hobbit. Next stop at 'The Outlet' for a cup of tea & a biscuit. A quick look into the crystal clear Tarawera River shows many wryly trout. Back on the water we pass under the hugely dominating volcano, no angry rumblings today. The wind remained very light making an easy final run to the 'Ariki Arm'. We arrive our next waypoint stop site & have it much to ourselves. A late lunch. All this is followed with a soothing soak in the natural hot geothermal water. Our location is a mere a few hundred metres from the site of the pink & white terraces, now buried. The home run is a pleasant trip as the wind is light. |
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Post by Rex NZ on Aug 25, 2013 10:08:13 GMT -12
Attention all
I'm seeking photos from the Tarawera run. Please email anything suitable to me
rexcharlton [at] gmail [dot] com
Also, seeking feedback on the idea of extending the run to a 3 day event over Queen's Birthday weekend. Your opinions appreciated
Thanks
Rex
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Post by Rex NZ on Sept 4, 2013 9:37:22 GMT -12
The start  Trailer Yacht Contingent  Launching  |
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Post by Rex NZ on Sept 5, 2013 8:30:44 GMT -12
One is never enough  The Outlet  Volcano is dormant today  |
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Post by Rex NZ on Sept 6, 2013 7:28:42 GMT -12
The Campsite  Geothermally heated moorings  |
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Post by Rex NZ on Sept 7, 2013 7:47:28 GMT -12
The run home  The haul-out  Loaded & ready  Reflecting on the day  |
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