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November 3rd 2009
Published: November 16th 2009
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So we headed to Northland in search of warm weather. We found warm welcomes but not much for weather. Stopping in Whangarei to visit family friends Chip and Barbara (who moved from Wilmington a number of years ago) and explore the area on our way north. In light wind we sailed around infront of their beautiful farm estate, hiked Mt Manaia in heavy winds and caught some fun surf on a sunny day. ... Read Full Entry



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Matt Spicer
Yertle
Yertle
I love the fun. Travel. and Jesus Christ. From The Bahamas in winter of 2007/08, to my relocation to New Zealand, follow along and maybe even suggest some ideas, because I'm always up for anything, well almost anything...... full info
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'I don't want to pose for another supid picture''I don't want to pose for another supid picture'
'I don't want to pose for another supid picture'
From the top of the dunesFrom the top of the dunes
From the top of the dunes
Allen or somebody on the way down - don't open your mouthAllen or somebody on the way down - don't open your mouth
Allen or somebody on the way down - don't open your mouth
Tuatua poking out of his shellTuatua poking out of his shell
Tuatua poking out of his shell
Don't ask me how they taste, our bus driver took home the 200+ that we collected 'for him'
Manganui Fish ShopManganui Fish Shop
Manganui Fish Shop
...for once I don't have a big head
Staircase carved inside of a giant, ancient Kauri TreeStaircase carved inside of a giant, ancient Kauri Tree
Staircase carved inside of a giant, ancient Kauri Tree
Haruru FallsHaruru Falls
Haruru Falls
Tramp through mangroves to Haruru FallsTramp through mangroves to Haruru Falls
Tramp through mangroves to Haruru Falls
Treaty of Waitangi Grounds Treaty of Waitangi Grounds
Treaty of Waitangi Grounds
Where the Maoris and British signed an agreement that is still argued over today - Feb 6th
Allen in action, running from a heard of sheep (left of photo)Allen in action, running from a heard of sheep (left of photo)
Allen in action, running from a heard of sheep (left of photo)
Chip with his new babyChip with his new baby
Chip with his new baby
Hobie 14 in Whangarei
What a view - over WhangareiWhat a view - over Whangarei
What a view - over Whangarei
Bad pic, but genuine happinessBad pic, but genuine happiness
Bad pic, but genuine happiness
5 times running up and the Khanckles were burning!5 times running up and the Khanckles were burning!
5 times running up and the Khanckles were burning!
90 Mile beach - its legally a highway in New Zealand90 Mile beach - its legally a highway in New Zealand
90 Mile beach - its legally a highway in New Zealand
and its only like 64 or so miles long....
Ride in the back of a Tuk-Tuk from Pahia to Haruru Falls trail headRide in the back of a Tuk-Tuk from Pahia to Haruru Falls trail head
Ride in the back of a Tuk-Tuk from Pahia to Haruru Falls trail head
Hello from atop of Rangitoto Island - with Auckland in the backgroundHello from atop of Rangitoto Island - with Auckland in the background
Hello from atop of Rangitoto Island - with Auckland in the background
Piling into the Ranigitoto CavesPiling into the Ranigitoto Caves
Piling into the Ranigitoto Caves
Rangitoto CavesRangitoto Caves
Rangitoto Caves
Ferry Ride to RangitotoFerry Ride to Rangitoto
Ferry Ride to Rangitoto
Ohhh its a volcano!Ohhh its a volcano!
Ohhh its a volcano!
Rangitoto - completely uninhabited, almost even by wildlife too



22nd November 2009

Mama
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nice!
Enjoyed all the pictures!!
22nd January 2011
Chip with his new baby

Snaby
David Garry

Heh - that looks a bit too cold for my liking!

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