Slipper Island

Slipper Island Cancelled - alternative trip instead - details below

Unfortunately tomorrow's trip up to the Slipper Island has had to be cancelled due to the poor forecasted conditions now coming through faster than previously predicted.
The Plan B
 
Sat  3rd November 10.30am

Meet at Opoutere Y.H.A  Sat 10.30am  389 Opoutere Rd - see link for local info and how to get there www.opoutere.co.nz Plan to be on water by 11am to make the most of the high tide.
This is a peaceful secluded area with beautiful walks, harbour and surf beaches.
Camping sites available from $15 - options for cabins and shared rooms  from $25.
I will be taking my camping gear.
 http://www.look4.net.nz/nz/reg/Coromandel/loc/Opoutere/cat/Backpackers%20Accommodation/id/Opoutere_YHA

Robbie is heading up to Whangamata Friday morning for a coastal paddle while the weathers still good then carrying onto Opoutere, she will be staying at the  Y.H.A ( The original old schoolhouse) Fri/Sat evening - if you are interested in joining her for a relaxed sheltered paddle on the inner harbour of the Historic Opoutere area meet her there.   Opoutere is just up the coast from Whangamata and has views out to Slipper Island, a mere 6km off shore, if we can't paddle there at least we can get a good view of it! Plenty of options for paddling, walking and viewing the history of the area, plus socialising in the evening.



Slipper Island with Robbie Banks

Coromandel 3rd-4th Nov

 

Graded - Intermediate, limited to max 12 paddlers

 

Distance - 9km's from Pauanui Boat Ramp - Royal Billy Point to South Bay Camp, Slipper Island.

Launching inside the harbour

 

Saturday 3rd Nov - Meet at shop 7.30am or at Pauanui boat ramp 10.30am. ( Allow 2hrs travel time) On water - 11am

 

Car parking is available at The Glade Holiday Park Pauanui ( Within walking distance of launching) $5 per vehicle

 

Camping fee to be confirmed - expect to be approx $10 per person.

The campsite has flush toilets, hot showers, Spacious cooking shelter, you will need your own Cooker & utensils general camping kit etc.

Tent & sleeping bag, torch.

 

General Plan Sat - Arrive at South Bay early afternoon approx1pm, set up camp, lunch.

Enjoy the rest of the day exploring or relaxing.

Slipper Island is privately owned, walking access around the island is permitted.

Two sandy beaches at campsite, suitable for swimming or snorkeling.

Dolphins are regularly sighted here. Easy paddling approx 1km to nearby Penguin island and outer reef.

Great for kayak fishing.

 

Sunday - No rush as do not need to be back at Pauanui until the evening tide 5.45pm.

Time to circumnavigate the island 8.2km's - rock gardening, exploring caves & volcanic craters.

Depart South Bay by 3.45pm

 

 Gear to Bring

Kayak & paddle, Split paddle, Spare thermals, Paddle jacket, PFD, Beanie/hat, Spraydeck, Booties, Water & food, Sunscreen, Pumps & paddle float, Personal repair kit, 1st Aid kit, Emergency shelter ( tarp), Tent, Sleeping bag, Cooker, Drybag with spare clothing, Snacks, Togs/snorkelling gear for the keen.   

 

 

Note:- Due to change in family circumstances it is not known how much longer the public will be permitted to use South Bay campsite, if you have not visited Slipper before, I highly recommend you take this opportunity.

Call the shop to register your attendance or email us bop@canoeandkayak.co.nz
You need to be a current club member and have completed a two day sea kayak course.