Category Archives: New Zealand Logs

Back in the First World (Auckland)

Posted on October 22, 2001 by George Backhus

After five months of cruising in “the boonies,” re-entry into civilization is a bit of a shocker. It is great to be back “home” in Auckland, but it may take us awhile to catch our breath and adjust from “island … Continue reading →

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A Week in the Bay of Islands

Posted on October 16, 2001 by George Backhus

One of the most difficult aspects of passaging for me is falling into a regular sleep routine. I never get all the sleep I want underway, but after a few days, I seem to get just what I need. The … Continue reading →

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Landfall in New Zealand

Posted on October 10, 2001 by George Backhus

Monday afternoon offered up some beautiful downwind sailing and some fresh fish for the galley. With twenty knots from the north-northwest, and a gentle swell, Moonshadow was eating up miles like a thoroughbred headed for the barn. Downwind sailing at … Continue reading →

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Back in New Zealand

Posted on December 29, 1999 by George Backhus

At the moment we are anchored in Karaka Bay, Port Abercrombie, off the ruggedly beautiful Great Barrier Island, about 55 nautical miles from Auckland. Adam and Eric, my visiting Yank crew, are off diving for scallies (scallops) and crayfish (lobster) … Continue reading →

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The “New Moon” Party

Posted on May 24, 1999 by George Backhus

Thirteen months ago Moonshadow was lying on a reef on the remote French Polynesian atoll of Arutua. Nine months ago I arrived in Auckland, in the middle of winter, not knowing anyone, facing the arduous task of rebuilding my floating … Continue reading →

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Autumn Update From Auckland

Posted on March 5, 1999 by George Backhus

As the summer “down under” is edging into autumn, I have been spending a bit of time over the last week reflecting upon my last few months in New Zealand. It has been, as they say here, “full on.”

I have … Continue reading →

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Moonshadow Update, Road Trip Logs

Posted on December 1, 1998 by George Backhus

The days are getting longer, the weather warmer and the gardens are in blossom. It can mean only one thing, Christmas down under! 

I have received a lot of email from friends asking what I’ve been up to the last … Continue reading →

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Land Cruising in New Zealand

Posted on September 22, 1998 by George Backhus

Well, I’ve been here in New Zealand now for just about eight weeks so I thought I’d give you an update on Moonshadow and share a few of my impressions and experiences of this wonderful and unique country. 

New Zealand … Continue reading →

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Auckland New Zealand,

Posted on August 11, 1998 by George Backhus

G’day mates! After 10 weeks of R & R in San Francisco, I’m finally getting”Moonshadow” on the road to recovery!

After three months of living out of a suitcase since we attempted to create a new entry into the lagoon at … Continue reading →

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