2015 Flotilla Whau video

Hello,
James Hutchinson of Reasonable People generously made a fabulous video of the 2015 Flotilla. James was on board the historic vessel Puke seen below, so he had a great seat on the water. You can see the video here
 (or copy and paste this into your browser https://vimeo.com/121923162)

Many thanks James

All you need to know for Flotilla Whau 2015!

Flotilla Whau 2015 is happening this Sunday 8 February! We hope you've got your vessel ready to go and have thought about adding some decorations and a costume!

Here's what you need to know for Sunday.

KEY DETAILS
Archibald Park, Beaubank Road, Kelston

8:45-9:15am - Registration
9.15am - Safety briefing for everyone going on the water
9.30am - Vessels launch and muster
10.00am - Flotilla departs
12.00pm - Everyone off the water (note we expect the flotilla to arrive back at Archibald Park earlier than this).

When you arrive, please head to the event HQ tent next to the boat ramp to sign in. By signing in you're agreeing to abide by the safety rules of the flotilla, which you'll be given a copy of.

Weather
The forecast for Sunday is looking good, but make sure you come prepared for all weather - bring sunscreen and a hat, water, a raincoat.
If the weather is not good and we need to cancel the flotilla a notice will be posted on Facebook and on the website by 8.00am, so keep an eye out for updates.

Water safety
Everyone participating in the flotilla needs to wear a lifejacket, so if you have one please bring it. If you've booked a place on someone else's boat and don't have your own life jacket they should have one for you to wear. Karekare Surf Lifesavers will be on the water ready to respond to any water safety incidents or first aid requirements.

There are still a few places left for passengers on vessels. If you'd like to book yourself a spot, fill out this form and we'll be in touch to confirm.

Parking
Come into the Beaubank Road entrance to Archibald Park to drop off your vessel, and then please follow the instructions of the parking warden on where to park. If you're coming to enjoy the flotilla from land, please park at the Archibald Road entrance to Archibald Park or on a surrounding street, as parking near the boat ramp will be at a premium.

Refreshments
Bring cash for a sausage sizzle raising funds for Kelston Community Hub, or bring a picnic to enjoy by the water.

Spreading the word
Have you RSVPed to our Facebook event and invited the friends you'd like to join you for a great morning on the water?

Any questions, please get in touch with Emily on 027 630 1785.

Looking forward to seeing you for a fantastic flotilla on Sunday!

Newspaper article

You can read an article about the Flotilla Whau in last Saturday's Western  Leader by clicking this here:
"Join in Parade on the Water"

Route Map for Flotilla Whau 2015

Here's the route for Flotilla Whau 2015, and the spots where you can enjoy the spectacle from riverside parks: Tony Segedin Reserve, Queen Mary Reserve, and Avondale West Reserve, as well as Archibald Park where the Flotilla will launch from.

NOTE NEW TIME for FLOTILLA 2015!

The 2015 Flotilla Whau start time has moved forward by one hour! This is catch the right part of the tide to accommodate a special vessel that we are close to confirming will lead the flotilla.

The date remains the same but the new times are:
9:15am safety briefing
9:30am launch and muster
10:00am flotilla start

SAVE THE DATE: Flotilla Whau 2015

HOOPLA are pleased to announce that the Flotilla WHAU will go ahead again in 2015, and invite you to join us for another spectacular day out on the Whau River.

Flotilla Whau 2015
Waitangi Weekend
Sunday 8 February
9:15am safety briefing, 9:30am launch and muster, 10:00am start
Archibald Park, Kelston

Once again the Flotilla will be open to all types of vessels: kayaks, row boats, sail boats, waka ama, paddle boards, small powered boats...

One of our aims this year is to provide an opportunity for people who haven't been out on the water of the Whau before to go aboard other people's vessels. If you think that perhaps you would like to take some passengers on board, and you have extra flotation devices for them,  please be in contact and let us know ahead. Our email address is flotillawhau@gmail.com
We're also working on getting some unique vessels out on the water, and having some good things happen on the riverside at Archibald Park.

This year thanks to Auckland Council we have been able to bring on board a project manager, Emily Harris, to help us with Flotilla Whau arrangements. Emily is our main contact person and first port of call for any questions or suggestions.

We've launched a Facebook page for Flotilla WHAU, which will be the best place to keep up with all the developments as they happen - you can contact Emily through our Facebook page.

The 2015 Flotilla Whau is generously supported by the Whau local Board and the New Zealand Maritime Museum (Thank you!)

Flotilla: What to bring

Suitable clothes and shoes, flotation device that fits the crew member, sunhat, water bottle, picnic, things to decorate your boat, whistle/horn (something to make some noise)