Bar Crossing Seminar - Whakatane (Whakatane/Thornton/Ohiwa bars)
Schedule
Fri Dec 12 2025 at 09:00 am to 11:00 am
UTC+13:00Location
Muriwai Drive, Whakatāne 3120, New Zealand | Whakatane, BP
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Crossing A Bar? We Can Help.Bar crossings can be one of the trickiest, and riskiest parts of boating in Aotearoa. They change fast, they don’t always play nice, and they’ve caught out even the most experienced skippers. Each year, we see serious incidents and tragedies happening on our bars, so it’s super important to know your stuff before you head out.
That’s where we come in. Join our crew for a free and relaxed seminar. You’ll hear straight from local Coastguard skippers and boating legends who’ll share their real-world tips, local knowledge, and a few stories from the water.
Here’s what we’ll cover (and chat about):
👍Understanding the local features of your bar
👍Reading and interpreting the conditions when planning a trip
👍Getting your boat and your crew bar crossing ready
👍How to handle your boat while crossing
👍How to do a bar crossing report (and why it’s worth it)
👍What to do if things go pear-shaped
It’s interactive – so bring your questions, share your own experiences, and have a yarn with others in the boating community.
Bring your mates too – whether they’re brand new to boating or have been around since the days of paper charts and handheld compasses, there’s something in here that could save a trip… or a life.
Why it matters:
🚨In 2024, 23% of craft-related drownings happened during bar crossings.
🚨5 lives were lost due to capsizing while crossing a bar.
🚨Older blokes are still the most at-risk – but everyone can make safer choices with the right knowledge (and a lifejacket on).
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Where is it happening?
Muriwai Drive, Whakatāne 3120, New Zealand, 33 Muriwai Dr, Whakatane 3120, New Zealand, WhakataneEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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