I came across a couple of my old photographs recently, both from the fresh water and from the sea. They reminded me of some of our pleasant adventures underwater but also of the fact how little I knew what I had been doing when I was making pictures underwater at that time. I had a […]
The weather forecast looked great for March 21th (Friday last week). Sunny, just a light wind. I decided it was time to go to Goat Island again. I haven’t been there for about two months because of the weather, my occupation somewhere else but also because it’s a very popular location so it’s usually busy […]
Last week was no good for diving the eastern bays, the wind was too strong and water turbid. I had to cancel a couple of dives I hope my friends were not too disappointed. On Thursday I cancelled another one and headed to Mahurangi Harbour which is partially sheltered. By saying “partially” I mean its […]
I live in Birkdale, Beach Haven wharf is the closest sea water from our place. We often walk there to relax, enjoy the sunset, have a glass of wine. When I see the coffee-like water I know no (reasonable) diving is possible. However, sometimes at high tide with no wind from the west the water […]
Thanks to the friendly crew of Rocket Rentals I have another UW camcorder housing to refurbish and use. [nggallery id=17]
The weather forecast promised a SE wind so I headed to Army Bay, Whangaparaoa Peninsula expecting a calm sea. The reality was much worse. The swell was not that strong however due to the silty bottom the water at the shore reminded me of my morning cup of coffee. I decided to go for a […]