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Paddle-boarding and surfing at Whakatane Beach




Two of my favourite images from our recently trip to Whakatane, the top one of two surfers walking across the semi-low tide at the beach and the one below of a paddle boarder heading to shore remind me of what warm weather is all about - golden sand, cool water, stunning scenery make it all worthwhile being a New Zealander - love it!

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Fun60 said…
I have to agree, stunning photos.
26 November 2015 at 07:16
mick said…
Great beach scenes. I learnt to love the beach when I was growing up in NZ - and its even better here in Aus - much warmer!!
26 November 2015 at 07:44
NCSue said…
I'd love to be there with you in the sun!
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28 November 2015 at 01:44
Yogi♪♪♪ said…
I love these especially the knowledge that your weather is getting warmer while ours is getting cooler.
28 November 2015 at 02:22
arv said…
loved the scenery in the banner and first picture! nice captures!

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28 November 2015 at 02:56
Anonymous said…
What fun!
28 November 2015 at 06:42
Powell River Books said…
Paddle boarding is so popular these days. - Margy
29 November 2015 at 07:19
Wayne said…
I love the beach, I can hear the gulls singing.
29 November 2015 at 11:45
carol l mck said…
Beautiful place and lovely photos! Looks so inviting!

Have a magical week,
artmusedog and carol
2 December 2015 at 06:37
Anita Johnson said…
I'm watching snow fall outside my window...glad I have a warm place to go to see summer beauty. I think I'll pass on paddle boarding, but give me a kayak any day!
3 December 2015 at 05:11
NatureFootstep said…
so nice to see. We have a long coastline in Sweden but hardly any beaches like this at all. :(
5 December 2015 at 04:55
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