Penguin Rescue Update

Mr. 26 is in charge

​Hello friends and family
This week was off to a cold, wet start so we dodged showers until Wednesday when the cold won out, and I stayed inside to prepare the DOC community fund application. I spent the day cold because I think April is far too early for thermals – the weather is re-inventing itself!

Yes, we have snow on the hills

​On Tuesday we released the last remaining penguin – the juvenile picked up on Moeraki beach, and of course, got in another. It is Mrs. 165 who had a sore eyelid, so she is back with us until that heals.

Our early Kowhai has excelled itself

​On Wednesday I sat down to begin the process of applying for the DOC community fund. I would much rather clean up penguin poop, but I can’t complain about the lack of DOC financial support if I don’t apply. I have done so for no good outcome since the system started. Sigh!

not happy about the seal pup on the roof of their nestbox

​Murray and Robbie came out on Thursday morning and we did the rounds. There were a few penguins at home which was great to see. On Friday I got a call about a little penguin on Waianakarua Beach. That got me out of the place and I enjoyed the drive. The penguin was dead, so beyond my skill set.

Somehow, old rotten boxes still have an appeal

Yesterday I walked the coast in very pleasant conditions, and the laundry was dry by lunchtime!
Have a great week!
Rosalie