AUTUMN 2022 : The Petrel Station pelagic seabird trips, Tutukaka, NZ

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AUTUMN 2022 : The Petrel Station pelagic seabird trips, Tutukaka, NZ

Postby ourspot » Thu Jan 27, 2022 5:59 pm

AUTUMN 2022 schedule : The Petrel Station pelagic seabird trips (Tutukaka, New Zealand).

– 30th April (Saturday) – TRIP FULL
– 9th May (Monday) – TRIP FULL
– 22nd May (Sunday) – TRIP FULL

In autumn, as the weather and oceans cool down, it’s migration time for the seabirds heading up from the southern oceans so there’s potential for some scarcer species passing through, and also a good variety of albatross species show up in the area. Most of the local summer breeders depart on their migration, and the local winter breeders return and begin to build in numbers as well. And there’s still usually a few Grey Ternlets around till the end April.

www.thepetrelstation.nz

Check our comprehensive website for details on:
– Costs and booking details
– Seabird species seen and seasons info
– Info about the at-sea sighting research project (and how you can help)
– Trip details and trip reports
– Private charter trips
– Why these trips are so special

The best way to experience these seabirds is out on the ocean, in their world, so get in touch if you’re keen for a great day out with some stunning seabirds

Cheers
Scott Brooks
The Petrel Station pelagic seabird tour
Tutukaka, New Zealand

P : 021 322 324
E : seabirds@thepetrelstation.nz

Website: www.thepetrelstation.nz
Facebook : www.facebook.com/thepetrelstation
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@thepetrelstation
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Re: AUTUMN Tutukaka ‘Petrel Station’ Pelagics : MAR to MAY 2022

Postby ourspot » Tue Mar 22, 2022 2:01 pm

Hi all

I've still got some places available on a couple of upcoming autumn seabird pelagics to the 'Petrel Station'. The autumn months of April and May are prime migration time for seabirds heading up from the southern oceans so there's potential for some scarcer species passing through.
– 30th April (Saturday) – only 1 place left
– 22nd May (Sunday) – 5 places left

Let me know if you’re keen for a great day out, or if you have any questions about the trips.

Cheers
Scott Brooks
Tutukaka ‘Petrel Station’ Pelagics organiser

P : 021 322 324
E : seabirds@thepetrelstation.nz
FB : http://www.facebook.com/thepetrelstation
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Re: AUTUMN Tutukaka ‘Petrel Station’ Pelagics : MAR to MAY 2022

Postby ourspot » Wed Mar 23, 2022 2:14 pm

The 30th April trip is now full but there's still space available on the 22nd May (Sunday) pelagic.

Cheers
Scott Brooks
Tutukaka ‘Petrel Station’ Pelagics organiser

P : 021 322 324
E : seabirds@thepetrelstation.nz
FB : http://www.facebook.com/thepetrelstationTop
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Re: AUTUMN Tutukaka ‘Petrel Station’ Pelagics : MAR to MAY 2022

Postby ourspot » Mon Apr 11, 2022 11:42 pm

Hi all

You can check out the 9th April Tutukaka 'Petrel Station' pelagic seabird trip report and some images from the day at: www.facebook.com/thepetrelstation

Still some spaces available on the 22nd May, and on some of the winter trips if you're keen on a great day out on the water :)

Cheers
Scott Brooks
Tutukaka ‘Petrel Station’ Pelagics organiser

P : 021 322 324
E : seabirds@thepetrelstation.nz
FB : www.facebook.com/thepetrelstation
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Re: AUTUMN Tutukaka ‘Petrel Station’ Pelagics : MAR to MAY 2022

Postby ourspot » Tue May 10, 2022 10:01 am

I've got 2 spaces available on the upcoming 22nd May (Sunday) pelagic if anyone is keen on a great day out on the ocean with some amazing seabirds.

Check out 'The Petrel Station' Facebook page (www.facebook.com/thepetrelstation) for past trip reports and lots of images of the seabirds we've encountered.

Cheers
Scott Brooks
Tutukaka ‘Petrel Station’ Pelagics organiser

P : 021 322 324
E : seabirds@thepetrelstation.nz
FB : http://www.facebook.com/thepetrelstation
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Re: AUTUMN Tutukaka ‘Petrel Station’ Pelagics : MAR to MAY 2022

Postby ourspot » Wed May 11, 2022 9:53 am

The 22nd May trip is now full. I do have some spaces on some upcoming winter pelagics in July and August though if anyones keen to get out there.

Cheers
Scott Brooks
Tutukaka ‘Petrel Station’ Pelagics organiser

P : 021 322 324
E : seabirds@thepetrelstation.nz
FB : http://www.facebook.com/thepetrelstation
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Re: AUTUMN Tutukaka ‘Petrel Station’ Pelagics : MAR to MAY 2022

Postby ourspot » Sat May 21, 2022 8:07 am

Hi. I've just had a last minute cancellation so I now have 1 spare place on the pelagic heading out tomorrow (22nd May). Current forecast is fine weather with good winds so should be a great day out on the water with the seabirds. let me know if keen to join.

Cheers
Scott Brooks
Tutukaka ‘Petrel Station’ Pelagics organiser

P : 021 322 324
E : seabirds@thepetrelstation.nz
FB : http://www.facebook.com/thepetrelstation
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Re: AUTUMN Tutukaka ‘Petrel Station’ Pelagics : MAR to MAY 2022

Postby ourspot » Sat May 21, 2022 11:18 am

Tomorrow's trip is now FULL :) Cheers Scott

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