Freewind is back on her mooring in Matauwhi Bay, Russell, and Ron is busy with preparations for the new chartering season – sail repair, engine maintenance, a fresh coat of varnish, etc.
The passage across from Fiji last month was blissfully uneventful and Ron, single-handing, managed to navigate Freewind between the low-pressure weather systems that plagued the area between Fiji and New Zealand and bring boat and crew safely home.
This is what it looked like through the lens of his camera:
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Heading south to New Zealand
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Calm seas and rainbow skies
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Dolphins and the unfortunate flying fish that landed on Freewind’s deck were the sailor’s only company; the sunsets and sunrises were inspirational.
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Our first charter cruises in the Bay of Islands will begin this month and our reservations calendar is starting to fill up. We have scheduled day trips and overnight trips, as well as special custom-tailored cruises for groups and couples. So if you’re interested in a scheduled or exclusive tour of the Bay of Islands, please check our trip details on www.sailbayofislands; if you have any further queries please don’t hesitate to contact us – we’re here to help make your visit to the Bay of Islands one that is full of wonderful memories!
Looking forward to seeing you all on the water,
Ron and the Freewind crew
