Opoutama Beach

Camping at the Oputama Beach Reserve (on the Mahia Peninsula south of Gisborne) is free, and Lucy was welcome, too.

Another great summer experience—hot, sunny days and lovely beach walks.

There were some homes at a distance across the water, but none near where we were camping.

Another beautiful sandy beach.

And a pretty soft pink and blue sunset at night.

There were several other friendly campers here—we enjoyed their company at "happy hour" each day. All were dog lovers, so Lucy enjoyed her time here.

The only down side for me (some would think it a blessing) was that there is no cellphone coverage in this area. However, on the second day here, Dave went down the road to the Mahia Golf Club for a round of golf with a couple of our campervan neighbours, and Lucy and I travelled further towards Mahia in search of a cellphone signal. I eventually found a lovely café with a lady who let me plug my modem in by her coffee machine. I sat outside in the shade with Lucy and spent a few hours clearing emails, drinking coffee and working . . . until Dave and his fellow golfers turned up for a drink following their game.

Back to the beach and a lazy, relaxing afternoon!

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