Tamaki Exploration
Date: Sunday 6th April Branch: North Shore
| Leaders | Peter BEADLE | |
| Cell Phone Number | 0210382557 | |
| VHF Call Sign &/or Vessel Name | ZMT2344 Paprika | |
| Vehicle make, model, registration, colour | Toyota Corolla Fielder GSH889 Black | |
| General Plan | Meet at boat ramp at centre of St Heliers beach at 8.30am for 9.00am departure. ( This is the first day back on standard time so it will not feel like an early start!) Paddle around the corner into the Tamaki estuary with the incoming tide. Explore the coastline, see how far we can get (dependant on the abilities of the group). Return after a lunch break back to St Heliers. Back around 3 – 4pm. |
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| Latest Time Off the Water | 4pm | |
| Distance | 20km | |
| Minimum Ability level | Competent beginner | |
| Tide | Low | High 12.17pm 3.0m |
| Weather Parameters | Wind less than 15 kn | |
| Communications | We will be communicating as a group on VHF Channel 8 VHF Channel 80 for Auckland Coast Guard |
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| Facilities /Car Parking | Boat ramp at centre of St Heliers beach, toilets alongside, Parking in side street opposite | |
| Equipment | Usual paddling and safety gear, lunch, snacks, water | |
| Emergency Exit Points | Various beaches and reserves along the estuary. | |
| Additional Risk Factors | Other (power) boats | |
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