The Adventures of Captain Ray Penson
Sailing Yacht Truce
Last night I could not sleep. No point in festering in bed if you can’t sleep so I got up and checked the weather again. There seemed to be a window of opportunity to go up the east coast of the North island on Sunday. I decided to sail out of Nelson, head up through... Continue Reading →
Having sat through a dreary overcast day in Long Bay I decided that on Wednesday I would head into Havelock Marina and top up on water, diesel and get some fresh provisions on board. Havelock is a small town but has a Four Square store where all essential groceries can be obtained. To make sure... Continue Reading →
I shifted from the uninspiring Maori Bay on Saturday morning and moved into Kenepuru Sound, there I found a good anchorage in Long bay. This anchorage has good shelter but is open to the south. However, if there is a strong blow from the south, I can get good shelter just around the corner in... Continue Reading →
The Adventures of Captain Ray Penson 