Blockhouse Bay

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Earth Star

June 11, 2016 / paul / 4 Comments

Earth Star

Geastrum sp. found at Craigavon Park, Blockhouse Bay. A puffball kind of fungus.

For more black and white images check out Dragonstar’s Weekend in Black and White.

Mushrooming

June 3, 2016 / paul / 1 Comment

Mycena sp.

Autumn was long, dry and warm – but now winter has set in and finally the fungi make their appearance. Juist a small sample of what I came across in a local reserve. (I am no mushroom expert, my identifications are a bit vague.Foraging purely for visual delight — not for the palate.)

Mycena sp.

Fly agaric ready to unfold

Mushroom Time

April 21, 2016 / paul / 1 Comment

Mushroom Time

A cluster of what I think is Gymnopilus junonius. This time of year again – I am inexperienced with wild mushrooms, the ones I eat are all growing in a green grocer’s shop.

Gypsy Extravaganza

February 2, 2016 / paul / 1 Comment

Maya – Gypsy Feet

Over the long weekend (Auckland Anniversary) the Gypsy Extravaganza visited Craigavon Park in Blockhouse Bay.

More pictures on my Auckland-West facebook page.

High and Dry

July 27, 2015 / paul / 1 Comment

Blockhouse Bay Boat Club

These days, the Blockhouse Bay Boat Club is purely a venue for hire (but no parties, weddings, liquor…). Set above the water, at a gorgeous spot looking out to the Manukau Harbour. Seen here at low tide and in the mist. Just imagine the view!

3BC

August 6, 2014 / paul / 3 Comments

Blockhouse Bay Boat Club

Blockhouse Bay Boating Club (or 3BC) boasts prime position on the water, 270 degree water views – a splendid venue for almost all occasions (no parties, though). 91 Endeavour St, Blockhouse Bay.

Location Signs: Blockhouse Bay

June 3, 2014 / paul / Comments Off

Location Signs: Blockhouse Bay

There can’t be any doubt: this sign has been around for a long time. But strangely, I have not noticed it until a few weeks ago. The subdued design just does not stand a chance when you are concentrating on the busy road (Donovan Street). Maybe an upgrade is in order?

To be fair, Blockhouse Bay lays on a lavish welcome when you reach the roundabout and Blockhouse Bay Road, with nautically themed decorations aplenty.