By Alison on Friday, November 18th, 2011 in West Coast Ways. No Comments
Walks and Tramps The rich history of the West Coast is fascinating to explore. There is a wonderful range of wildlife and natural features that can be discovered by road, bike or on foot. The possibilities are endless. Two National Parks, Paparoa National Park and Kahurangi National Park can be accessed easily from Birds Ferry […]
By Alison on Friday, November 18th, 2011 in West Coast Ways. No Comments
So Much to Do…… Whether you’re seeking relaxation in the peace and quiet of New Zealand’s pure green landscapes, or nail biting, thrill seeking action, this part of the West Coast has it all. From jet boating, to adventure tours, from mountain biking to white or ‘black’ water rafting. From historic Denniston, to New Zealand’s […]
By Alison on Saturday, November 5th, 2011 in Lodge Life. No Comments
carrots for later in the year tomatoes growing with colorful marigolds my 2 outdoor tomato plants grown from last years seed.Staked with dead flax flower stalks — at Luxury B&B accommodation West Coast New Zealand - Birds Ferry Lodge no shortage of potatoes! — at Luxury B&B accommodation West Coast New Zealand - Birds Ferry […]
By Alison on Thursday, October 20th, 2011 in Lodge Life. No Comments
Mother and babies all doing well. I hope the Hawk doesn’t get this family like it did last year! Will be keeping them inside for longer this time so they are safe!
By Alison on Thursday, September 15th, 2011 in Lodge Life. No Comments
I have just had a quick walk around our veg garden and things are really starting to get growing for spring despite the cooler days. Garlic in foreground Khol Rabi seedlings Snow peas and tasty coriander behind Globe Artichokes mulched with used coffee grinds to keep weeds down and worms happy! Tomatoes are going for […]
By Alison on Monday, September 5th, 2011 in Lodge Life. No Comments
Inspired by the mild weather this week I have planted out the tomato plants that have been grown from seed collected from last years tomato crop. The plants look very healthy and with blood and bone plus sheep manure pellets buried around their roots they should do well for us. Bring on Summer
By Alison on Wednesday, August 31st, 2011 in West Coast Ways. 1 Comment
Whitebait season A handful of whitebait. The last time I spent any length of time in Auckland was August 15, 2007, a day that just happened to coincide with the opening of the whitebait season in New Zealand. Opening day for whitebait is a pretty damn big deal for Kiwis. It’s like the third Thursday […]