Saturday, April 11, 2015

Browns island - Hauraki Gulf

I have wanted to get to this volcanic Island for a long time having sailed past it many times on my way to and from other Islands in the Gulf particularly Motuihe Island. Today was my chance with a group of 30 organised by Margi with brother  Harry Keys who is a DOC volcanologist that led our walk in January at Tongariro.

Browns island 68 metre volcanic cone
 
On board The Facilitator
 
Heading out from St Heliers beach

The Summit
 
Jumping for Joy! I was having a great day.
 
Browns Island landing

29 NZ dotterel on the volcanic beach.



Photos and more to follow.....................