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Beginners Overnight Camping Trip to Motuora Island
Trip Plan
Beginners Overnight Camping Trip to Motuora Island
Check-in Name and Phone: Rob Howarth
Date: This Trip is in the planning stage and a date will be scheduled
| Leaders | Renee Olivier | |
| Cell Phone Number | 021 1081675 | |
| VHF Call Sign &/or Vessel Name | Flower Power ZMT4802 | |
| Vehicle make, model, registration, color |
Toyota Starlet, 1999, XW4377, Red |
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| General Plan |
The plan is to meet at Sullivans bay, pack the kayaks, head to Motuora, if weather permits. Pitch the tents, have lunch and then see what everyone wants to do. Options are have a relaxing afternoon, walk around Motuora, kayak to Moturekareka.. etc. On Sunday we will have a relaxed breakfast pack up, then head round Motuora and try meet Richards Group on that lovely beach at the back of the Island. Head back to Sullivans bay. SATURDAY: Meet at Sullivans bay on Saturday at 09:00. Please make yourself know to the leader when you arrive. We will be on the water once everyone is packed. We will pack the kayaks one at a time, if assistance is required. Refer to the Gear list at the end of this plan, as an outline for you packing needs. Motuora Island does not have any café’s etc., so in terms of food:
NOTE: I will make a booking on Thursday for Motuora Island – for the group. Bring $6.00 cash for the camp fees. PLAN B: will be to stay at Mita Bay / Timuri – that is part of Mahurangi Regional park. Fees for camping there is: $6.00 How to get to Sullivans bay / Otarawao Bay Mahurangi West (end of Ngarewa Drive, Mahurangi West. Refer to directions etc. on http://regionalparks.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/mahurangi
Or phone Ph 027 492 8586 Fees for camping: $6 per adult/night Motuora camp site facilities: Water from tap, Toilets, Showers (cold) There is 1 hut on the island: http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-stay/lodges-cabins-and-cottages-by-region/auckland/motuora-island-bach/ Price is $51.50 |
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| Latest Time Off the Water |
Sat 19:00 Sunday: 17:00 (earlier depending of what the group wants to do) |
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| Distance |
Sullivans Bay – Motuora Island = approx 6 Km Motuora – Moturekareka = 10 km Round Motuora = 6 km Motuora via Big Bay to Sullivans = 7.5 km |
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| Minimum Ability level | Must have completed Canoe and Kayak Skills course | |
| Tide |
19 Sa 01:44 3.0 07:44 0.8 14:11 3.0 20:12 0.7 20 Su 02:35 2.9 08:38 1.0 15:01 2.9 21:04 0.8 |
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| Weather Parameters | Wind less than 15 knotts & swell that paddlers are comfortable with | |
| Communications |
We will be communicating as a
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| Facilities /Car Parking | Park at Sullivans bay | |
| Equipment |
Basic gear
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| 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, Bivouac, Warehouse etc. all have various forms of dry bags. Alternatively, bring your own thick black bags. Camping Kit
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| Emergency Exit Points | Any beach: e.g. Saddle Island, Motouora, Big Bay etc.. | |
| Additional Risk Factors | New kayakers, who can’t rescue themselves / or don’t know how to help each other | |
| Trip Report |
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