....says our man on Radio Wanaka. Loosley translated as ''get your sunscreen open, on and cover up".
A couple of great days of sun and outside activities. First, a climb up the less challenging Western Face of Rocky Mountain, with views right over Lake Wananka and Glendhu Bay
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Blimey, a bit breezy at the top, but when we dropped down in to the lee of the wind, lent up against a boulder, comfy grass and a great lunch, life couldn't be better.
Then, tea and a brutal croquet competition at Lavender Farm. I was unaware it is a contact sport. Here, calm before the storm.
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The storm.
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Hanging out at Lot 3
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Then down to the beach on the lake.
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Plenty of photo-bomb opportunties - even Oban gets in on the act!
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...and finally, doesn't everyone love a cute puppy. Aaaaahhh!
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