We had this modest little cove to ourselves for the night as it is only good anchorage if the wind comes off the land. We felt that the winds would hold steady so we dropped anchor. There was a small … Continue reading Waewaetorea Bay
We needed to fill up on water so we headed back to the marina where we started. You usually have to pay for water and sailors are cheap, and since we knew it would be free, why not. After filling … Continue reading Russell, Bay of Islands
Imagine looking upwards at the night sky and seeing millions of shiny lights, blinking on and off in some mysterious code, or just at random. Imagine looking at the horizon and seeing a light so bright you think it is … Continue reading Whangamumu and the Hole in the Rock
You know you have arrived at the Benjamin Islands by the distinctive red rocks that make up the islands. They can be seen from quite a distance and there are a lot of them. We navigate a tricky rock area … Continue reading The Benjamins
The Traveling Squirrel 