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151121-How to go camping by kayak - Camp with Renee
21-22 November 2015 - Beginners Camp with Renee
Intro
This camp is designed for those who have not previously camped using a kayak as transport. This form of camping can be very comfortable because a paddler can take more than a hiker. But a kayak does have limited space (much less than a car). The art is getting the is just right between these two parameters.
Renee's instructions
If you do not have any dry bags consider buying some from: Canoe & Kayak, Bivouac, Warehouse etc. all have various forms of dry bags. Alternatively, bring your own thick black bags.
If you've camped a lot and have all the gear, please still browse through the suggested list of things to take. There are useful suggestions such as having only 1 set of dry camp clothes and 1 set of (potentially)
wet kayaking clothes. In addition, you should already be carrying 1 set of emergency clothes in a dry bag. This has proved to be sufficient for 2 days, or 10.
Also, footwear should be minimised to booties for kayaking and jandals/sandals and/or gummies (if remotely cold) for camp. Camp footwear will get wet in the dew on that inevitable early morning visit to the long drop. If its cold enough to need socks then gummies are recommended.
Lists
Please click on the links below for more information.
Usual day trip kit
General camping list.
Questions
If you have any questions contact Renee 021 108 1675, or Joya by text 021 046 9036 (She will text or ring back as soon as she is able).
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Intro
This camp is designed for those who have not previously camped using a kayak as transport. This form of camping can be very comfortable because a paddler can take more than a hiker. But a kayak does have limited space (much less than a car). The art is getting the is just right between these two parameters.
Renee's instructions
How to go camping by kayak
The purpose of the trip is help people not familiar with regular kayak and camping. We will meet at the meet time below, then I (and any other experienced people) will assist people who need help to pack their kayaks. There will be no rush - we will take as long as is needed.
We will then paddle to the campsite, unpack the kayaks, pitch tents etc. then go for a paddle based on weather and time available. If the weather is not good instead of a paddle the plan B is to go for a walk so bring trainers or something comfortable for walking in.
In late afternoon, we will head back to campsite change into warmer clothes and get ready for the evening
Drive to:
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Sullivans Bay Camping Ground, west 0983, 192 Ngarewa Drive, Mahurangi West 0983 –
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Meet time: 10:00
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On Water time: When all boats are packed
You need to book your own camp site:
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To book camp site : Tel: 09 366 2000, option 2.
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Camp ground to book for is Mita Bay
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Price per Adult is $8
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Have a look at: http://regionalparks.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/mahurangi/mita-bay-campground
Food wise:
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As is our tradition, we enjoy shared snacks before dinner (e.g. Chips, dips, cheese & crackers, nuts, Humus & Vegi’s etc.)
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We will cook dinner.
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I will have a spare cooker – that people who do not have cookers can share
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You need to bring your own dinner with you.
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Most of the below are examples of packaged food that you can buy at the supermarket. Prices vary from $2.60 - $7.00. Most of these dishes are in sachees – that can be put in boiling water to heat. They are “Long Life” type food that does not need to be refrigerated.
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Kawaka – NZ Lamb Casserole
Kawaka – Thai Chicken
Read packaging carefully: This one includes: Rice & Thai Chicken curry
MTR Indian vegetarian meals
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You may need to buy some rice to go with this …
San Remo Pasta
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This is dry and need water etc
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You may need to add some form of Protein e.g. Peperoni etc.
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- Food:
- Saturday Lunch, paddle snacks like Musli bars, fruit
- Saturday pre-dinner: shared Snacks
- Saturday night – evening meal
- Saturday desert
- Saturday evening drinks of the hot / cold variety
- Sunday Breakfast
- Sunday lunch
- Refer to General camping list. For detail / comprehensive list of gear, etc.
If you do not have any dry bags consider buying some from: Canoe & Kayak, Bivouac, Warehouse etc. all have various forms of dry bags. Alternatively, bring your own thick black bags.
If you've camped a lot and have all the gear, please still browse through the suggested list of things to take. There are useful suggestions such as having only 1 set of dry camp clothes and 1 set of (potentially)
wet kayaking clothes. In addition, you should already be carrying 1 set of emergency clothes in a dry bag. This has proved to be sufficient for 2 days, or 10.
Also, footwear should be minimised to booties for kayaking and jandals/sandals and/or gummies (if remotely cold) for camp. Camp footwear will get wet in the dew on that inevitable early morning visit to the long drop. If its cold enough to need socks then gummies are recommended.
Lists
Please click on the links below for more information.
Usual day trip kit
General camping list.
Questions
If you have any questions contact Renee 021 108 1675, or Joya by text 021 046 9036 (She will text or ring back as soon as she is able).
Book in now!