McKenzie Bay, Rangitoto Island

Saturday 9 October.  Leader is Shaun.

Plan A. Outline plan is for everyone to meet on Narrow Neck Beach in the vicinity of the Boat Ramp at 8am for a briefing and to be on the water for an 8.20am launch. On the incoming tide, paddle across the shipping channel to Rangitoto Island Lighthouse and then onto McKenzie Bay - approx distance of 4.3kms – arriving McKenzie Bay at 9.30am. Cup of tea to wet the whistle and depending on conditions and personnel, some may want to explore more of the Rangitoto Coast or even practice a rescue or two before heading back to and arriving at Narrow Neck Beach by 11.30am/Midday at the latest. Total distance around 10kms.

In case of unsuitable weather - 

Plan B. Outline plan is to meet at Boat Ramp on the northern side of Herald Island at 8am for a briefing and to be on the water for an 8.20am launch. On the incoming tide, paddle up the Upper Harbour estuary to Riverhead Bridge Reserve - approx distance of 7kms – arriving at 9.30am. Cup of tea to wet the whistle before heading back to and arriving at Herald Island by 11am at the latest. Total distance around 15kms

Suitable for confident beginners - note that the channel can get a bit lumpy. 

Flush toilets at Narrow Neck, a long drop at McKenzie Bay.

Narrow Neck has a nice cafe if you would like lunch or coffee before you head off.

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