Earth Star
Geastrum sp. found at Craigavon Park, Blockhouse Bay. A puffball kind of fungus.
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Mainly West of Queen Street - seen through my lens
Category: Blockhouse Bay (Page 1 of 3)
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…
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.…
Maya – Gypsy Feet
Over the long weekend (Auckland Anniversary) the Gypsy Extravaganza visited Craigavon Park in Blockhouse Bay.
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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.…
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
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).…
Gone Fishing!
A warm and sheltered spot in the sun at the turn of the tide. Blockhouse Bay.…
Blockhouse Bay
Oystercatchers roosting as the tide comes in.…
Blockhouse Bay
The view from Strathnaver Crescent (above Lynfield Cove), showing Blockhouse Bay Boat Club, with Wood Bay further back.…
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