Let Summer Begin!

Labour Day may mark the end of summer in the northern hemisphere but here in New Zealand we celebrate this long weekend in late October, the official start of summer and camping season. A nice sunny Saturday followed by a relaxing day out on the harbour was just the right way to get things going.

3 Red Schnapper on board meant a cookup for the holiday Monday :)

Here's fishy number 1 with proud fisherman Sam:
Chris with his catch....

Pretty Rakino Island (check that out on map of the harbour)

Reelin in the big one!

Come aboard we like fish, especially when they are attached to our hooks!

Rangitoto looking good as always

Coming back into Auckland out past Northhead, Devonport

Auckland skyline...

Who let these hooligans drive?

Turkey Time in Aucks!

Thanksgiving was spent in the company of many lovely friends and honorary Canadians and a 12kg Turkey! Preparations beginning early in the week with thawing, brining, baking and cooking a massive feast for about 25 people. Good thing Michelle had an oven big enough to fit the bird!

Pumpkin Pie on the way....

Our token Turkey Carver...
The Goods! Complete with Cranberry Sauce and Gravy! :)

YUM! A Festive Day well spent :)