It was proving to be a mild day although rain had been forecasted. So off to explore. We joined the dog brigade at a noted wetlands reserve which had a well marked trail but seemed more appealing to the 4 legged crowd. Feeling the need for more walking we returned to the Pakarunga Rotary Walkway from a few weeks back and took a different trail that culminated at the Panmure Bridge. I'll let the pictures do the talking.
View of Mt. Wellington
Hmmmmmmm David looks awfully excited about this boat ----- Is this a dream come true?
The clouds do move in but "No Worries" we have our LLBean Rain coats.
Sunday was onto the ferry to Auckland and then to Devonport, a picturesque seaside village.
We were drawn there by the Crafts Market but really enjoyed the charm of the village stores and cafes.
We walked up Mount Victoria which again provides a panoramic view of Waitemata Harbor and Auckland City across the way.
David in the bunker with one of the few remaining disappearing guns. Mount Victoria was a military position for an expected Russian invasion.
We also visited the Torpedo Bay Naval Museum which provides the history of the Royal New Zealand Navy. David enjoyed taking the following picture -----
And then of course built into any adventure, tea time.
That's our friend Carol joining us for a wonderful day at Devonport ---- again a mild, sunny day when rain had been forecasted.
I will sign off with a picture of a black swan from the dog park.
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