Hels
Born Nigel Neill in 1947 in Omagh, Nth Ireland to an English mother and a New Zealand father serving in the British army. His family moved to Christchurch N.Z in 1954 where Sam went to school. He became Sam because there were several Nigels at school, saying “I moved more easily as a Sam”.Sam...
Hels
20th explorers on their way to Antarctica, including Ernest Shackleton, often visited NZ. They used local ports and quarantine islands, and gratefully accepted other offers of assistance. They also took on New Zealander crew with them, to take part in the Antarctic trips. Capt Robert...
A Family Afloat
Lots of exciting things and big changes for the Lauducci family in 2021. We finally took Shawnigan out for a sail and not just a day sail, an 11 day stretch off the dock! The dock lines were almost cemented in place by this point, but we managed to untie them and sail across the […]
A Family Afloat
The post recounts family life in New Zealand, including adding a puppy to the family, children's milestones, camping adventures, school activities, and local excursions. The family explores natural reserves and experiences typical Kiwi traditions, culminating in a celebration for an 18th birthday....