It is finally summer in Southland and despite all the rain we have had (and are still having) water restrictions are already in place for […]
Gemstone Beach in November: Stones, Waves & Whispers: Part 2
November 2024 Only two fossicks managed for this month in my new series. In Part 1 (October) I only got down to Gemstone Beach twice […]
Gemstone Beach in October: Stones, Waves & Whispers: Part 1
You’ll see in the images below and the descriptions of October’s fossicks that the biggest change was to the Taunoa Stream. I’ve documented a very […]
Stones, Waves & Whispers: 12 Months on Gemstone Beach
Introduction Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. I’m excited to share this new 12-part series, dedicated to a year-long (month-by-month) journey of fossicking on one […]