The Society Islands: A Pacific Paradise
Paul Brown
In March 2016, the crew of “Little Wing” willingly abandoned the cold, rainy days of boat maintenance and instead took a bus, train, three planes and a truck to arrive at the Society Islands in French Polynesia for a sailing charter. Paul and family were able to enjoy 2 weeks of cruising around this Pacific paradise, exploring the islands of Raiatea, Tahaa, Bora Bora and Huahine, and the numerous small islands and motus found within the lagoons of these reef-enclosed islands. In this talk, Paul will discuss chartering in this remote corner of the world, and with numerous photos and videos, demonstrate why this region is often referred to as the Pearl of the Pacific.
Date: Tuesday 17 January 2017
Bar: Open from 19.15
Talks Start: 20.00
Venue: Upper Thames Sailing Club, Bourne End, Bucks SL8 5PT
Ticket Price: £3 for CA members and £5 for Guests. All very welcome.
For those wishing to have an early evening meal beforehand, the Spade Oak PH (01628 520090) is situated in Coldmoorholme Lane just before the turning into Upper Thames Way.
After parking, please be careful crossing the railway - it is used every day through the year.