My trip to the Antipodes

Hi All

Stewart Island, one hours fastcat ferry from Bluff and on the dege of the roaring forties.

Sun yesterday but wind and rain with thunder rumbling around today. Lovely bays within short walks of the hotel and this morning took the 5 minute ferry to Ulva Island, a nature reserve recognised for its birdlife. Little or no fear of man, the birds flit around the semi-tropical rain forest and check you out. I was hoping to get a view of Kiwi, usually nocturnal, but on Ulva they often come out to feed during the daytime. No show today but a great 4 hour wander. Now back at the hotel with a pint in my hand.

Good time had yesterday evening watching the Rugby Sevens.  Great result. Havn't dared mention it in the bar today.

This really is on the edge of civilisation and I have failed to find any internet access that will allow loading up of photos. Apparently, someone in the town once had a virus which was blamed on the camera and so that is how total fear of cameras has overcome the whole community. Will have to wait...

Back to the mainland tomorrow.   bfn