140425-Urapukapuka Island

Trip Plan / 2 Minute Form

Trip Name: Urapukapuka Island (Fri 25- Sun 27 April 2014)
Date: Fri 25- Sun 27 April 2014                                                                      Branch: NORTH SHORE
 
Leaders Renee Olivier (main leader)
Nzkayaker1@gmail.com
Ruth Henderson (co leader)
Cell Phone Number 0211081675 0212988120
VHF Call Sign &/or Vessel Name ZMT4802 Flower Power Rudolf
Vehicle make, model, registration, colour
Toyota Starlet XW4377
General Plan Note: I will be leaving Auckland on Thursday17/04 and may not be able to check my mail after that so, If you register after 16/04, please Text me as well.
The area we will be in is Bay of Islands have a look at the area: https://maps.google.co.nz/maps?q=Rawhiti+Rd,+Rawhiti&hl=en&ll=-35.205935,174.241447&spn=0.078266,0.169086&sll=-36.863023,174.865469&sspn=0.61309,
1.352692&oq=rawhit&t=h&hnear=Rawhiti+Rd,+Rawhiti+0184&z=13

Head to Rawhiti Road, Rawhiti (https://maps.google.co.nz/maps?q=Rawhiti+Rd,+Rawhiti&hl=en&ll=-35.227883,174.26033&spn=0.019561,0.042272&sll=-36.863023,174.865469&sspn=0.61309,1.
352692&oq=rawhit&t=h&hnear=Rawhiti+Rd,+Rawhiti+0184&z=15
) park at one of the car parks refer below. Note the parking is either $5 or $10 per car, per night
If you have never been before,
  • you need to let me know, when you think you are going to arrive, so I can find out if anyone else arriving can bring you across
  • Or I may need to kayak over and pick you – this needs to be arranged in advance.  Email me when you book.
  • It is only a 1 NM crossing or about 20 min. The crossing can generally be done in any weather conditions – if you are confident and have been before
  • Refer to the attached map (picture: CableBay_Urapukapuka.JPG)
We will be camping at Cable Bay Camp ground, Urapukapuka Island (Sites to book: Ti (Red area close to trees),Pohutukawa (green area - sea frontage) – book online:
http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-stay/conservation-campsites-by-region/northland/bay-of-islands/cable-bay/
 
Trips will depend on who books & the skill levels as well as the weather at the time.  There is a LOT to do in the area example:
  • If weather is rough / or we want a relaxed paddle, we can still kayak the West side of Urapukapuka, Waewaetorea Island & Okahu Island
  • Walk on Urapukapuka Island, there is about an 8 hour walk
  • Kayak to Moturua Island and do walk round the Island
  • Kayak to Motuarohia Island do walk to view point
  • Whole in the rock … (this is about 30 km return with only one stop point… so only done in really calm weather)
Note: there are no shops, so you need to bring everything that you require for the whole period of the trip.
Foodwise:
  • Bring something to share for evening Snacks,
  • Bring all food you need for your meals – these are not shared (Breakfast, lunch, snacks, supper).
CableBay Urapukapuka(copy)
 
Facilities /Car Parking Rawhiti car parking
Note the parking is either $5 or $10 per car per night.  You need to bring CASH.
$5 per day Car park:  (refer attached picture)
https://www.google.co.nz/mapmaker?ll=-35.225446,174.266016&spn=0.0044,0.009162&t=
h&z=17&lyt=large_map_v3&hll=-35.225498,174.263264&hyaw=5.325908202527668

$10 per day Car park:
https://www.google.co.nz/mapmaker?ll=-35.225446,174.266016&spn=0.0044,0.009162&t=
h&z=17&lyt=large_map_v3&hll=-35.225498,174.263264&hyaw=5.325908202527668

 
365CarparkSign(copy)
Latest Time Off the Water Off the water latest 17:00
Sunrise approximation for Auckland
Apr 21
Sunrise 06:51
Sun set 17:48
Distance Paddles around 24 KM
Minimum Ability level Any skill level (must have attended Skills course)
Various trips may be available depending on who signs up and how many leaders there are
Tide (Auckland)  24 Th
0325  3.2
0929  0.7
1549  3.1
2156  0.8
25 Fr
0426  3.2
1030  0.7
1653  3.1
2300  0.7
26 Sa
0526  3.2
1130  0.6
1755  3.1
0000  0.7
27 Su
0623  3.3
1226  0.6
1854  3.2
0055  0.6
28 Mo
0717  3.3
1320  0.5
1948  3.3
Weather Parameters Weather parameters, depending on skill levels
Communications We will be communicating as a group on VHF Channel 08
VHF Channel 16 or 86  for Coast Guard
Weather Channel 21
Equipment Basic gear
  • e.g. Warm base layers (No cotton), PDF, Booties, Spray Deck, Paddle, Sunglasses, sun hat, sunscreen, food & water – while kayaking,
Safety Gear
  • e.g.  Pump, Paddle Floats, sponge,  whistle, VHF in a waterproof bag (if you have one), Cellphone in a waterproof bag
  • Flag
First Aid Kit (basic first aid)
Bring your kayak wheels if you have them
Camping Gear I suggest, dry bags for all your gear.  I personally prefer 10L dry bags, as they pack into you kayak easier than a few 30 L dry bags.  It would be best if at least your cloths & sleeping bag are in dry bags. 
 
If you do not have any dry bags consider buying some.  Canoe & Kayak have various forms of dry bags.  Alternatively, bring your own thick black bags.
 
Camping Kit
  • Spare clothes for after paddling (in a dry bag).  I suggest: Thermal longs, thermal long top, Polo fleece, Beenie / woolen hat, woolen shocks, Rain gear (top & pants), shoes e.g. walking / hiking boots.  It may seem warm during the day, but it can get quite cold at night
  • Towel & swim gear, snorkel & goggles
  • Tent or bivi
  • Sleeping bag in a dry bag
  • Sleeping mat
  • Insect repellent
  • Cooking equipment - mini stove, pots and pans and cutlery, matches/lighter, folding washing up bowl, dishwashing liquid, pan scrubber etc
  • Your favourite evening drink
  • Food (All your meals, snacks, etc.)
  • Torch  (head / other)
  • Toilet Rolls – these are not supplied outside main season
Emergency Exit Points Any beach that is suitable to land on.  Many to choose from
Additional Risk Factors Fast Ferries, Jet Boats, Tourist boats, Boating traffic
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