GKPE Part III - Volcano Time! - Saturday 6 May 2006

[CliveyBoy]

I would like to join the GKPE III trip to Rangitoto/Henderson. This would be subject to being able to stay with family on the Sat. night.

[dgcorner]

I would like to join the GKPE III trip to Rangitoto/Henderson. This would be subject to being able to stay with family on the Sat. night.

Clive, you are most welcome to join us. I'm sure Pete will be finalising things real soon.

[dgcorner]

I think what John's implying, is that you're paying the ferryman! ;)

Eh, none such sort crossed my mind ;-)

[CliveyBoy]

Eh, none such sort crossed my mind

I should think not - those, like me, who did not contribute equipment do not qualify.

[Moppie]

Well since I possibly won't be there, I was just going to give the money to someone who will (probobly Pete) and they can pay for a number of tickets for certian people, and then use the rest as they see fit, most likely to pay for anyone one else who happens to be there, untill its all gone :)

At least thats what I would do, if Im not lugging my bed up in the door of my new house :D

[FlyingPete]

OK, just a couple of weeks away now, here is list of people (screen names) who have responded so far:
Count me in!
b0b
dgcorner
FlyingPete
forsaken
IainB
iKirst
joespth
Moppie
OiPaz
ScottNZ
sctajc
TommySharp
Wazza

Might get a better offer
CliveyBoy

Don't Know (may have responded, but I had to speed read the last 10 pages of this post!)
MattL

Can't make it/Stranded in the South Island
NordieBoy
Weka2000

Thought it might be time for a quick reminder on the tentative Itinerary:
Meet at either the downtown ferry terminal at 9:00am for the 9:15 ferry, or Devonport at 9:10 for the 9:25 ferry to Rangitoto (I think parking is free in Devonport?). We can probably arrange car pooling to one of these two locations.

At the moment to give us enough time out there, we will sail back on the 3:30 ferry and all get off a Devonport to check out the tunnels and shoot the sunset (5:30ish)

We can all grab a bite to eat somewhere in Devonport after that!

Packed Lunches I think for the island, and don’t forget the Great Kiwi Old School Photo Shoot (GKOSPS), which will most probably happen out on Rangitoto.

[Wazza]

http://wazz*****scity.com/20d/heli_31.jpg

That's near the top of Rangitoto with 100mm zoom.

And Kirst doesn't leave my side, so that means I'm coming too. :p

[Moppie]

Good news, the Better offer has been put back by 2 weeks, so I shall be there!

[forsaken]

Good news, the Better offer has been put back by 2 weeks, so I shall be there!

thats good to hear

[sctajc]

Hay you lot. I have just found this thread and would love to join you on the 6th May. The programme look fun and hopefully some of you are sane. Also live in the eastern part of Auckland.

[scotttnz]

Hay you lot. I have just found this thread and would love to join you on the 6th May. The programme look fun and hopefully some of you are sane. Also live in the eastern part of Auckland.

You are most welcome to join us, although I'm not sure if any of us are sane.....maybe Moppie is, but the rest of us have lost it!

Welcome to POTN, I look forward to meeting you on GKPE3!

[FlyingPete]

Hay you lot. I have just found this thread and would love to join you on the 6th May. The programme look fun and hopefully some of you are sane. Also live in the eastern part of Auckland.

Cool! I have added you to the list, that is 12 confirmed! GKPE I we had six, GKPE II we had only five, so this will be a big one, no fitting everyone in one minibus!

By the way anyone seen or heard from MthorpeDavies (aka KiwiRob)?

[weka2000]

I have the morning free, need to be home by 3pm

[dgcorner]

Hay you lot. I have just found this thread and would love to join you on the 6th May. The programme look fun and hopefully some of you are sane. Also live in the eastern part of Auckland.

Welcome to the forum! Looking forward to meeting you on the 6th.

[FlyingPete]

I have the morning free, need to be home by 3pm

That will work if you take the earlier ferry back (around 12ish I think?).

[dgcorner]

Pete - 16 days to go. We may need to start logistics for transport. I'm taking the car so I can take 3 - 4 depending on how tight we want to squeeze in. And am thinking of driving to Devonport -- cheaper than parking in the city (me thinks...) unless someone can point me to free parking ;-)

Coming from the East:
Moppie (Highland Park)
FlyingPete (SunnyHills/Pakuranga)
ScottNZ (Howick/Pakuranga)
sctajc (?)
TommySharp (Mt. Wellington - if I remember correctly)
dgcorner (HMB/Pakuranga)

Looks like 2 cars are needed to make this a comfortable ride.

[Wazza]

A few of us went to Rangitoto the other day.

The ferry left Auckland full, so a 2nd ferry took the Devonport people, on a not so full ride. :D
But then again, it was a public holiday and not much else to do.

So if some go from Auckland City, there's a possibility you won't get on the same boat if it's full.

Parking is also free in Devonport, towards Naval Base.. And with shooting sunset later, it's probably a 2 second stroll from the sea wall photographing out over the city.

[Moppie]

Parking is also free in Devonport, towards Naval Base.. And with shooting sunset later, it's probably a 2 second stroll from the sea wall photographing out over the city.


Which I can tell you makes some nice back drops, although I was thinking from the top of Mt Vic would also be good, and it would be nice to have a car or too
for a ride to the top (it's a steep hill).


I can try and get the van this time, but it looks like we will still need a second car from out East anyway.
In which case, and since we're not going far, it's just as easy to take two cars, so I would love a ride if theres one going :)

[OiPaz]

16 days to go. We may need to start logistics for transport. I'm taking the car so I can take 3 - 4 depending on how tight we want to squeeze in.

I'll go to Devonport from Stanmore Bay so let me know if somebody wants a lift.
BTW I have a lens on sale (http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=160859): if someone of you would like to test it I'll bring it with me at the GKPE3.

[joeseph]

cheaper than parking in the city (me thinks...) unless someone can point me to free parking ;-)
I should be able to get 2 or three cars in our carpark at Wyndham St on a Saturday - let me check when I'm back in the office on Monday & I'll let you know.

[FlyingPete]

Pete - 16 days to go. We may need to start logistics for transport. I'm taking the car so I can take 3 - 4 depending on how tight we want to squeeze in. And am thinking of driving to Devonport -- cheaper than parking in the city (me thinks...) unless someone can point me to free parking ;-)

Coming from the East:
Moppie (Highland Park)
FlyingPete (SunnyHills/Pakuranga)
ScottNZ (Howick/Pakuranga)
sctajc (?)
TommySharp (Mt. Wellington - if I remember correctly)
dgcorner (HMB/Pakuranga)

Looks like 2 cars are needed to make this a comfortable ride.

Yep, I was going to go the whole way to Devonport, city is expensive and a pain. I have a station wagon I am happy to take which can easily fit four big people and all their gear, we could split the load?

[FlyingPete]

I should be able to get 2 or three cars in our carpark at Wyndham St on a Saturday - let me check when I'm back in the office on Monday & I'll let you know.

Ss that means I can now confirm you are in?

Also it may be handy to have to cars up Devonport way to save too much walking (esspcially after Rangitoto) to get up to the tunnels etc...

[FlyingPete]

Also don't forget people, partners are welcome (a given for at least two members who shall remain unnamed ;) ), however it may help if they are into photography at least a little :D

[joeseph]

Ss that means I can now confirm you are in?

Also it may be handy to have to cars up Devonport way to save too much walking (esspcially after Rangitoto) to get up to the tunnels etc...
Yes, and Fiona. You're right, the legs might be a little worse for wear after the trek - okay probably best we meet at Devenport.

[weka2000]

The walk to the top will sort the boys from the men :)

City folk, us country people wonder how you survive.

[Moppie]

City folk, us country people wonder how you survive.


Says the man with an office job :p

[weka2000]

Says the man with an office job :p

Now I have an office job, but spend less than 1 hr a day at my desk, always walking around the school catching people up to no good :)

[Moppie]

people up to no good :)


You mean catching kids smoking behind the bike sheds so you can steal thier smokes :lol: :lol: :D :D :p

[dgcorner]

You mean catching kids smoking behind the bike sheds so you can steal thier smokes :lol: :lol: :D :D :p

:lol: :lol: :lol:

[NordieBoy]

You mean catching kids smoking behind the bike sheds so you can steal thier smokes
The word is "confiscate".

HTH

:D

[weka2000]

I can afford my own, the kids normally ask me.

Sold my LCD :) Just been out looking at studio lights. 3x150 model (from china)1 stand 1 softbox 60cmx60cm, ring adapter, 1 snoot, 1 remote trigger
All have 75 watt modeling lamps stops from 1:1-1:8 $800 the lot new

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Electronics-photography/Camera-accessories/Flashes-lighting/auction-53768637.htm

Ive delt with John for sometime. So sell my 2 550ex units to pay for this lot.

Then went out with my nifty fifty for the fortnight challange

[CliveyBoy]

Sorry, I will not be able to make it to Auckland for Devon/Rangi PE, and I was lookinh forward to meeting the real people.;)

The cost of petrol is a factor - ROI.

[Wazza]

Bugger. Could sell a photo or two to make up the money? :o

[FlyingPete]

Sorry, I will not be able to make it to Auckland for Devon/Rangi PE, and I was lookinh forward to meeting the real people.;)

The cost of petrol is a factor - ROI.

Thats a shame, face to name time is always good. I am sure we could have made the ROI work out (just need a suitable $$$ value on the experience!).

[FlyingPete]

We are a little under a week out now...

[Wazza]

1st of May. Wowzers.

Where is this year disappearing to?

I've been unemployed almost 4 weeks. :o

[dgcorner]

1st of May. Wowzers.

Where is this year disappearing to?

I've been unemployed almost 4 weeks. :o

Tell me about it -- 10, going 11 months is no joke... I'm glad we saved for a rainy day that has turned into 10 months and counting. I'm off to the WINZ office to see what little help I can get before our belt tightening turns our faces blue.

[dgcorner]

Pete, I will be taking the car on Saturday so that makes us two. Now we need to organise who takes who, departure times and pick-up points. PM me your phone number so we can talk... beats typing away at the keyboard. Cheers!

[weka2000]

Sorry, I will not be able to make it to Auckland for Devon/Rangi PE, and I was lookinh forward to meeting the real people.;)

The cost of petrol is a factor - ROI.

If its the factor I will chip in to help you get up here and home. Who else will help out?

[CliveyBoy]

If its the factor I will chip in to help you get up here and home. Who else will help out?

Wow - that is really generous. Unfortunately, I am proud and stubborn, so I could not accept such kindness. Fuel is only one factor. The physical demands (at almost 70), and the need to be fresh for the family's involvement in the Cambridge to Hamilton Kayak Race the next day are others.

Nevertheless, I am still tempted.

[dgcorner]

Local weather report for 06 May 06, Saturday: SUNNY, High of 19C, Low of 14C -- Woohoo! (The weather report for Sunday through to Wednesday looks really good, so barring any freak weather disturbances, Saturday will just be great!)

Bring your sunnies, slap on some sunblock, bring your caps/hats, and don't forget to take a packed lunch and water for Rangi... unless you know how to live off the land or can wait till we get back to Devonport ;-)

For those coming from the East, Pete & I will be arranging departure & meeting times. Watch this space.

[OiPaz]

I've been unemployed almost 4 weeks. :o Three months, here, and counting... :-(

[dgcorner]

Three months, here, and counting... :-(

Eh, didn't it go well with Pakuranga College?... bugger.

[OiPaz]

So far I've applied at 24 schools that advertised actual vacancies. No one of them called me for an interview. Sometimes I've just received a (standard) letter stating that I was unsuccesful, otherwise they simply did not answer at all. :-/
At this stage I'm wandering if there is something wrong with my CV (apart from the fact I almost have no teaching experiences outside Italy)...

[NordieBoy]

Definitely phone them to follow up.

[weka2000]

So far I've applied at 24 schools that advertised actual vacancies. No one of them called me for an interview. Sometimes I've just received a (standard) letter stating that I was unsuccesful, otherwise they simply did not answer at all. :-/
At this stage I'm wandering if there is something wrong with my CV (apart from the fact I almost have no teaching experiences outside Italy)...

What are you after?

[OiPaz]

A position as maths teacher in high schools (calculus, up to senior level).
And, of course, I phoned and I went personally to some schools. On the bright side, just ten minutes ago I received a phone call from one of the schools I visited: tomorrow I'll sit for an interview for a two or three weeks relief teaching... let's see what happens! ;)

[Wazza]

Good luck in the interview. I'm also hoping I get some form of contact.

The job to Canon closed 10+ days ago, no contact at all. Wonder if they're too busy fixing cameras?

[Moppie]

Despite all the ho-ha about NZ being short of teacher I get the feeling it has a lot to do with the unwillingness of schools to hire teachers.
I know if I was to go and apply to all the jobs suitable for me at the moment there is no way I could find 24 bussiness all offering the same position, and if I did I know several of them would make me an offer.

A good friend was told when she finnished teachers collage that there be lots of job for her to choose from. However she could not get a full time job. It wasn't untill she tried a little relief teaching that she suddenly found it much easier to land a permanent role.

[joeseph]

Wonder if they're too busy fixing cameras?
Given their previous performance, I'd be surprised if they can read, let alone understand the complexities of a CV - it was typed in 58 point font right? ;)

p.s. welcome aboard Dave!

[forsaken]

Wonder if they're too busy fixing cameras?

well thier still not fixing my lens :( although I finally managed to get through to their repairs manager on Friday. Now just waiting to see what they come up with.

[weka2000]

I work in a State Secondary school and a couple of teachers got in just by doing relieving positions. Dont feel bad a teaching mate of mine couldnt get a job in Christchurch, he felt they only employed locals not Aucklanders.

[dgcorner]

. . .he felt they only employed locals. . .

I'm beginning to get that feeling...:confused: :o :cry: :lol:

[Wazza]

Anyone checked the weather forecast?

Not looking too flash.

I'm also busy on Sunday, seeing client 2 weeks before their wedding.
(and that day is showers too)

[dgcorner]

Saturday still looks: Mostly Sunny -- High of 19C; Low of 12C according to weather.com (http://www.weather.com/outlook/travel/businesstraveler/weekend/NZXX0003?from=search)

[Wazza]

www.metservice.co.nz
It's so unpredictable anyway.

What was going to happen anyway if it was wet?

[dgcorner]

Based on the Metservice Extended Brief Forecast for Saturday: "North Island, occasional showers north of Hamilton and in the east, but fine, with only isolated showers. . ."

I'm bringing rain gear just in case... you know how wishy-washy the weather is these days.

[joeseph]

What was going to happen anyway if it was wet?

we get wet. ;-)

you wanna carpool? or are you going via the north...

[Wazza]

I'll be heading to Devonport with Kirst from Glenfield. No need. ;)

Thanks anyway. :)

[dgcorner]

Crickey, it's basically Thursday and I haven't gotten hold of Pete!!! I need to arrange who's going with who.

Assume Moppie & Scott go with Pete. I will PM others individually.

[Moppie]

Assume Moppie & Scott go with Pete. I will PM others individually.


I was thinking the samething.
Ill have a go at contacting Pete tomorrow. Im assume hes just busy with work.

[scotttnz]

pete is away in Christchurch untill tommorrow.

[TommySharp]

Hey guys,

Thanks for keeping me on the list.... Got a leaving party at work on the Friday so am going to have to take it easy with the booze if I'm to get up early enough for the expedition....

Anyone able to give an update on the plans and ideas of what we should bring.... Although I don't have very much... :-(

See ya all on the day.....

[Moppie]

A camera and good shoes are about all you'll need.

But a warm jacket would also be a good idea, its going to get cold at the top of the Mt.
And don't worry about lack of gear, my camera is smaller than your smallest lens. :)

[FlyingPete]

I was thinking the samething.
Ill have a go at contacting Pete tomorrow. Im assume hes just busy with work.

Just got back from the middle of nowhere (around Lake Pearson - Central South Island, then on to Greymouth and back again), no cellphone coverage or internet, meet Tony's namesake though - Weka the bird :D Got a photo somewhere here too..

Back up in Auckland tomorrow...

[dgcorner]

Confirmed --> I'll be picking up Tommy (TommySharp) & Stephen (satjc) on Saturday morning.

What time do you guys reckon I leave Half Moon Bay to pick up Tommy in Ellerslie, then Stephen in Mission Bay to get to Devonport ferry terminal by 9am to be safe? 8am?

It should take 10-15 mins to get to Ellerslie, another 10-15 to Mission Bay, and another 15 to Devonport...? the 15 min allowance should give us enough leeway for the traffic mess with all the roadworks going on the Shore motorway... If we're too early we can grab breakfast somewhere near the terminal...

Any thoughts?

[FlyingPete]

Confirmed --> I'll be picking up Tommy (TommySharp) & Stephen (satjc) on Saturday morning.

What time do you guys reckon I leave Half Moon Bay to pick up Tommy in Ellerslie, then Stephen in Mission Bay to get to Devonport ferry terminal by 9am to be safe? 8am?

It should take 10-15 mins to get to Ellerslie, another 10-15 to Mission Bay, and another 15 to Devonport...? the 15 min allowance should give us enough leeway for the traffic mess with all the roadworks going on the Shore motorway... If we're too early we can grab breakfast somewhere near the terminal...

Any thoughts?

So that leaves Scott and Moppie in my car - anyone else out east want a ride?

[dgcorner]

Pete -- you must have been in the remotest parts of the country -- "the subscriber cannot be reached" (or something like that) kept on playing... See you at the terminal on Saturday.

[dgcorner]

Pete -- might it be a good idea to call Fullers and let them know there are (at least) 14 of us confirmed for Saturday? It would indeed be a pain to find out that only 6 of us could hop aboard on the 910 boat...

[FlyingPete]

Pete -- might it be a good idea to call Fullers and let them know there are (at least) 14 of us confirmed for Saturday? It would indeed be a pain to find out that only 6 of us could hop aboard on the 910 boat...

I'll get on to it in the morning...

[dgcorner]

Got a fright checking ferry time table on maxx.co.nz -- no ferry service between the times we were planning to go [panic!] Hopped onto Fullers.co.nz and was relieved to see that things are spot on... whew!

[scotttnz]

Do we have a wet weather plan? Can't say i am keen to drag myself around the island if weather is like this......

[FlyingPete]

Do we have a wet weather plan? Can't say i am keen to drag myself around the island if weather is like this......

Here are the two forcasts, first the offical:
Saturday
Max: 17°C Min: 10°C
(Day) (Night)
Fine, a few cloudy periods. Southwest winds.

Then that moon guy:
Saturday 6th May, 2006
Partly Cloudy
Max 20° Min 11°

May still be good to have a 'Plan B', any ideas?

[dgcorner]

Here are the two forcasts, first the offical:
Saturday
Max: 17°C Min: 10°C
(Day) (Night)
Fine, a few cloudy periods. Southwest winds.

Then that moon guy:
Saturday 6th May, 2006
Partly Cloudy
Max 20° Min 11°

May still be good to have a 'Plan B', any ideas?

The Zoo? Oops, you were there last time... Western Springs? Muriwai, Piha? Karekare, Hunua Falls... Stay home:lol:

Well, if two weather people are somewhat in agreement with their predictions then it just might be a good day to go to Rangi... though I will come prepared with my rain coat and my tramping boots.

[weka2000]

Did I see waterfalls :lol:

[NordieBoy]

Now look what you've done John :rolleyes:
Who else thinks Tony must be part Salmon?

[weka2000]

Now look what you've done John :rolleyes:
Who else thinks Tony must be part Salmon?
LOL

[dgcorner]

Did I see waterfalls :lol:

:lol: Yes, I thought that it might entice you to join us if we did decide to go 'Plan B':lol:

[weka2000]

:lol: Yes, I thought that it might entice you to join us if we did decide to go 'Plan B':lol:

Yes but would you be as game to follow me to get the best shots. You have been up the top of Hunua falls and followed it up to the source :rolleyes:

[FlyingPete]

Did I see waterfalls :lol:

You would like Arthurs pass, a waterfall every 100 meters or so after the rain!

[dgcorner]

Yes but would you be as game to follow me to get the best shots. You have been up the top of Hunua falls and followed it up to the source :rolleyes:

I'd follow you wherever to get a good shot. The only thing though is you will have to wait up along the way. My asthma has a knack of slowing me down :confused:

[weka2000]

People will begin to think I dont shoot anything else......come to think of it what else do I shoot :)

[iKirst]

People will begin to think I dont shoot anything else......come to think of it what else do I shoot :)
Whoah! You heard the voices in my head, Tony ;)

[Wazza]

You do seem to have a habit of shooting Kirst and myself. :lol:

I'll watch my back tomorrow.

[weka2000]

My wife wont let me post my other intrest :lol:

Should be getting the final quote for the 6x9 mtr studio soon Im guessing about 26K and 4 months to build

PS There is a reason for all the waterfall "only" photography.

[Wazza]

Hope you recover the costs, or you could hire it out. Or Kirst and I provide the models, and you the room. :p

[iKirst]

Sounds dodgy....

[forsaken]

very dodgy . . .

[forsaken]

I'm looking forward to the GKPE tomorrow, now just to make sure everything is charged.

[dgcorner]

People will begin to think I dont shoot anything else......come to think of it what else do I shoot :)

Sandra?!?!?

[FlyingPete]

OK a word from Fullers, they suggest we are there 15 minutes early, there should be no issue with a party of 20 decending on them with no warning.

Also Chocolate Brownie is currently being cooked :D

On the Plan B I suggest we all meet at Devonport if the weather is looking suspect and take it from there, no one that I am aware of has a weather sealed camera, so a sense of adventure and a "harden up" attitude is probaly not good for the ole kit:shock:

[forsaken]

oh yummy.

Mrs FlyingPetes brownies :)

[OiPaz]

Also Chocolate Brownie is currently being cooked :D
Here I've only just put into the oven my first kiwi Crescionda! ;)
It's a tipical cake of Spoleto and I'm looking forward to see if the experiment were successful.

[dgcorner]

Brownies & Cresionda!!!! Wow, just those two is worth the trip already. I was hoping to bring some Chocolate Mud birthday cake... but that was gobbled up quite quickly!

I will bring some coffee to keep us warm... Port anyone?

[weka2000]

Hope you recover the costs, or you could hire it out. Or Kirst and I provide the models, and you the room. :p

Not worried about the cost. I just want some "L" glass

[Moppie]

Port anyone?


Hmmm, Port, Brownie (mmmmmm) and Italian Cake thing, mmmmmm, Sounds like it could be a good day, even if we don't take any photos :)

My camera might not be sealed, but its got wet in the past and dosn't seem to mind as long as its only a few drops on the outside.


Iv got my batteries in the charger, and Iv just glued my ND filter back together. (for some reason the expoxy I used last time didn't want to hold the ice cream container filter mount together)

[dgcorner]

I'm bringing my coffee flask too -- need to keep my shutter finger warm ;-)

[weka2000]

Here is the updated weather

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?p=1476424#post1476424

[CliveyBoy]

Best wishes for a great day, fellahs, even if a little damp at first. Regret not being with you.

[::John::]

I'm bringing my coffee flask too -- need to keep my shutter finger warm ;-)

You walk around with your finger in the coffee flask? :rolleyes:

[IainB]

After hoping to make this event I find I can't! I'll be on a ferry alright, but the 8:15 to Waiheke. After spending a month away being caregiver to my two grandsons (5y and 2.5y) I was looking forward to this. However Murphy's Law seems destined to prevail, and duties on Waiheke prevail. Off to Philipines on Tuesday for a week...a bit cagey about taking too much gear, so have settled on one walkabout lens and a nondescript bag. Feeling a bit out of touch with the forum activities.....
All the best guys and girls.

[FlyingPete]

Latest attendance list:
Count me in!
b0b
dgcorner
FlyingPete
forsaken
iKirst
joespth
Moppie
OiPaz
ScottNZ
sctajc
TommySharp
Wazza

Don't Know
MattL

Can't make it/Stranded in the South Island
NordieBoy
Weka2000
IainB
CliveyBoy

[scotttnz]

I'm up, lunch is made, batteries charged......I might have to buy a bigger camera bag before GKPE IV.

Pete. I'll be at your place 8ish.

[FlyingPete]

I'm up, lunch is made, batteries charged......I might have to buy a bigger camera bag before GKPE IV.

Pete. I'll be at your place 8ish.

I was going to do the rounds and pick ups...

[scotttnz]

I was going to do the rounds and pick ups...

Whatever you like.....I could pick up Moppie and head to your place if that is easier. Are you picking anybody else up?

[FlyingPete]

Whatever you like.....I could pick up Moppie and head to your place if that is easier. Are you picking anybody else up?

That could work, I said around 8-8:15 to him.

No one else from out this way, John has got the rest.

[scotttnz]

That could work, I said around 8-8:15 to him.

No one else from out this way, John has got the rest.

Cool, I'll pick him up, then head to your place.

[joeseph]

latest rain radar..... (i.e. none)
going to be a great day out. :-)

76205

[forsaken]

Good Morning everyone, see you at Devonport :)

Weather looks clear up here

[Wazza]

*yawn*

when was the ferry? 12 or something

Alright back to bed..It's freezing

[dgcorner]

Good morning Auckland!!! Fantastic weather today to go out and have fun!!! See you all at Devonport!

[Moppie]

Good Morning Auckland!!!!!

Its GKPE TIME!!!
WHAT DOES THE "K" Stand For? KIWI.



Bags packed, Camera's ready, I had a fantastic dream last night about the ultimate camera design, someone remind me to tell it. It revolved around a pistol grip, and had a huge viewfinder and LCD.


I shall see you around 8ish Scott.

[b0b]

Where are the pic’s already

Sorry I missed the earlier connection however I did make the event (solo) :o

[NordieBoy]

Yeah, where's the pics?
Get PP'ing

[CliveyBoy]

Yeah, where's the pics?
Get PP'ing

Gee, the sun is still setting, with a great sky. They'll still be at Devonport, I imagine.

[weka2000]

Well I hope you all had a great time. Ive been off colour for the last few days so Im glad I satyed in bed for most of it. Looking foward to seeing the results.

[joeseph]

pix soon....

[joeseph]

After a really great day out, heres a couple of pics from the Island - there's an awful lot of really different plantlife out there so I'll start with a couple of those if you don't mind.
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[Wazza]

Thanks very much to everyone for an enjoyable day. Sorry I went a bit quiet towards the end, but the sun had got to me, right about the time I sat down on the boat to get motion sickness...Had to get off, and then migraine set in.. And nausea.

At least the panodol and food helped reverse it all. :)

Have a good sleep all, no rush for the photos.

I'm busy at 10am anyway, final meet up with wedding clients in 2 weeks.

[scotttnz]

Thanks to everyone who came. I didn't take many photos, but had a great day. I have had a look and there are a few that are post worthy. I might get a few posted tonight, but I'll see how I go....

I vote for something a bit more laid back next time.....6 hours of walking over rough terrain is a bit of a shock to the system!

[Wazza]

So you won't be walking 12 hours to Ruapehu summit?

Rangitoto is only 259m.
Mt Ruapehu is 2797m. :lol:

[forsaken]

not in the next day or 2 wazza :)

had a blast today and was good to relax with a few beers and plates of pub food.

[OiPaz]

I vote for something a bit more laid back next time.....6 hours of walking over rough terrain is a bit of a shock to the system!
My wife has already "collapsed" into the bed. She asked me to wake her up on *monday* morning! ;)
Unfortunately I've shot few pictures: I need more time to be "operative", but it was a great day out there in the stunning Rangitoto. I'll certainly go there again, soon. The only disappointment of the day, apart from my poor spoken English, was the Crescionda: yesterday, out from the oven, it seemed acceptable. Today, when I tasted it at Islington Bay, it was not so good at all. Definitely, aussie amaretti are not good enugh to bake a decent Crescionda. Next time I'll try an easier cake. Fortunately there were delicious choc brownies to keep our spirits up!

[forsaken]

I thought the Crescionda was lovely, its always good to try new foods. How did you like the nachos and wedges ?

[scotttnz]

Hmmmmmm wedges........

OK this proves we all made it to the top:

http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a310/scotttnz/IMG_9143.jpg

[forsaken]

nice group shot

http://pic10.picturetrail.com/VOL348/944371/9195808/144575691.jpg

this is the shot I like the most from rangitoto. See there was some bird life there :)

[OiPaz]

How did you like the nachos and wedges ?
Those were a really yummy surprise! :D

[OiPaz]

OK this proves we all made it to the top:
Good shot! May I have a larger version? Emailed JPEG would be excellent.

[scotttnz]

My 2 favorite shots from the day are over here:

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?p=1480033#post1480033

I am liking the 10-20 with Cokin ND grad combo!

[scotttnz]

Good shot! May I have a larger version? Emailed JPEG would be excellent.

Sure, anyone who wants a copy, just PM me your email address.

[joeseph]

this is the shot I like the most from rangitoto. See there was some bird life there :)
Ya call that bird life? now this is bird life... :-)

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[scotttnz]

Ya call that bird life? now this is bird life...

Should I be posting this here or over in G&N?

Joseph gets a Shag....

http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a310/scotttnz/IMG_9124.jpg

My what a big lens you have.....

[Wazza]

Nice shot scott. Should post that one in People discussion, to prove to the Californians, we may come from a small country, but still 13 of us work together and climb a small summit. ;)

[TommySharp]

Hey guys,

Just wanted to say a big thank you for making me feel welcome and for a great day. I spent the day fiddling around with aperatures on my kit lense so ended up with not very many keepers at all I'm afraid...

But we live and learn....

Will be making more of an effort to be more regular on the forums so will see you all around.

[sctajc]

Hey guys,

Just wanted to say a big thank you for making me feel welcome and for a great day. I spent the day fiddling around with aperatures on my kit lense so ended up with not very many keepers at all I'm afraid...

But we live and learn....

Will be making more of an effort to be more regular on the forums so will see you all around.
I also would like to say thanks. Haven't looked at my photoes yet but will try to this afternoon.

Also thanks to John for the ride but who do I pay for the WEDGES. Maybe we will also end in a pub at the end of the western line on the next GKPE :D

[IainB]

Sure, anyone who wants a copy, just PM me your email address.
Well done, intrepid explorers. Sadly I was on the Waiheke ferry, and unable to add to join in as planned.
I see a few 'new' faces in the photo. How about attaching names to the shot for those of us missing from the occasion? (Some 'mugs' are quite familiar and need no introduction...)
Iain

[forsaken]

north-east facing Panorama from just below the summit of Rangitoto
http://pic10.picturetrail.com/VOL348/944371/9195808/144749830.jpg

[OiPaz]

OK, I've started to review my RAWs, very slowly, as usual. I've started from the end. This was the "first" shot: I wonder who is the photographer on the left!

[Wazza]

That's a really clear shot.

I had a very similar shot just published in a large special publication: Emirates - Airline of the Future - page 310 or something :lol:

[dgcorner]

Mario, molto bene, well done! Looks like it was Tommy or Stephen in the shot.

[iKirst]

Where are the pic’s already

Sorry I missed the earlier connection however I did make the event (solo) :o Didn't you see 13 rowdy folk wandering about with varying sized appendages attached to canon camera carcasses?
I'm sure we weren't hard to miss ;)
Sorry we missed you, Mr b0b. Next time eh. The great train thingy-majiggy is next on the GKPE list :)

I think I manged to just get into double figures with pictures. I was more concerned with trying to keep up with those that are blessed with longer legs (no fair). I may post tonight, if any are passable.
Did you capture some rangi action, b0b?

Great day, thanks oh flying one for the idea :D

Nice to meet all the newbies, I think we managed to encourage stickability to the GKPE chapter ;)
I do, however, need a hip replacement after favouring one leg all day due to an almost rolling of the ankle within the first 10mins of arriving at Rangitoto. Always have been and always will be accident prone, hehe :oops:

[FlyingPete]

That's a really clear shot.

I had a very similar shot just published in a large special publication: Emirates - Airline of the Future - page 310 or something :lol:

That would be a Scott, I recognise the tripod!

I have to say, what a great day all-round, can't say much for my photos, but had a thoroughly good time!

Still sorting images in the hope something is postable… :rolleyes:

[Moppie]

Yes deffinitly a good day, but rather hard on the legs.
I was rather sore on Sunday.

It was good to put some more faces to names, its always nice to meet new people, and even introduce them to new food.

I think I got some postable pictures, I just have to find the time to PPP them. (post process and post :) )

If anyone is interested the Baler was repaired on sunday, but then blew a seal this morning, at about 6:30am.
Fortunatly by 11:30 everything was back together again.
Next time I think Ill leave the work phone at home.

[Wazza]

Sorry, is that Moppie or Andrew talking?
I'm unable to see your eyes clearly.

[OiPaz]

I see a few 'new' faces in the photo. How about attaching names to the shot for those of us missing from the occasion?
I am the only seated guy, in the front row, with a navy "Mozilla Firefox" T-shirt. Next time you'll be able to recognize me also from the red POTN strap I'm waiting for! ;)
Seated next to me there is Laura, my wife.

[OiPaz]

Mario, molto bene, well done! Looks like it was Tommy or Stephen in the shot.
Grazie! :)



I had a very similar shot just published in a large special publication: Emirates - Airline of the Future - page 310 or something :lol:
Well done!
BTW, I forgot to ask someone of you pros during the (literally) breathtaking walk: I would like to print some of my pictures on canvas. In Stanmore Bay I found a guy who could do that, but at a very high price ($150 for an A3). Is there something cheaper in Auckland?

[dgcorner]

Here are a few. . . due to the sore and cramped muscles... which still are...

Titles are self-explanatory

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f236/dgcorner/GKPE/Flotsam-Web.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f236/dgcorner/GKPE/Drift-Wood-Web.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f236/dgcorner/GKPE/Duncan-Web.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f236/dgcorner/GKPE/North-Head-Sunset-Web.jpg

http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f236/dgcorner/GKPE/OffToThe-Pub-Web.jpg

[weka2000]

#1 and #2 are exceptional. Print and frame. 18x12

[OiPaz]

Here are a few. . .
Applause! :)

[b0b]

No drama iKirst
I did feel like a tourist in my own town

Please keep in mind novice in action here
Ventured off the beaten track to find the Lava Caves & surprised to find they’re walkable through tunnels to a dead end track finishes here sign :rolleyes: