Stewart Island Hosts, Accommodation, Guided Tours

Stewart Island Hosts

........... Peter arrived in 1969, as NZ Forest Service Ranger in Charge. (A very grand title for a total staff complement of one). Fishing followed forestry and was in turn followed by Talisker, a 17m charter yacht. He is qualified Skipper Deep Sea Fishing Vessel. Peter's forestry position was a direct pre-cursor of the Department of Conservation, and he was involved with several projects that contribute to the present management. He has a keen interest in management and particularly in the evolution of the present community.

........... Iris arrived on the Island as a visitor in 1971. We married in 1973 and Iris became relieving District Nurse, a post she filled for 15 years. She was a foundation Trustee of Ulva Island, is a keen outdoors person and has hiked extensively around the Island. She is also an enthusiastic gardener.

We have two adult as well as three fur and several feather children.

........... Ivan our son lives in Tasmania. He is a qualified ADAS construction diver and is presently crewing on a coastal tug. He also works as a portrait artist and photographer.

We really enjoy what we do. It's a great privilege to share our Island home with our guests and to enjoy the Island through fresh eyes.

........... Anne our daughter owns "Kowhai Lane", and is presently living in Auckland. She is a paediatrician and enjoys road cycling and wind-surfing.