New Zealand, September 2007

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We set out early in the morning for a visit of a mussel farm that is owned by the local tribe.  Luckily, the weather is gorgeous and we have a wonderful time learning about mussels and how to develop a business.  I even manage to catch a snapper with a hand-line!!!
 
 
Below: Young mussels in their netting
 
 
 
 
 
 
Below: Harry Mikaere, a mussel farmer
 
 
 
 
 
Below: Tonia and Manuela scaling a couple of snappers
 
 
Below: Pat and Inée are the true pros at this
 
 
Below: Toko Renata, chief of Manaia Marae