The days start early in the caravan park the sun is getting up,and so are the travellers, who have places to be. The couple beside us wanted to be at El Questro (100 km away) so of course they had to be up making a lot of noise by 5:45. Hence we were also wideContinue reading “26/6/21 Rum, views, bowerbirds and a fond farewell”
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22/6/21 long drive to Purnululu
We had an earlier start , leaving at 8.30 from camp. Ross and Jan had already been gone for at least an hour. Our first stop was Wolfe Creek Crater, where we marvelled at the power that could move so much earth. Then in to Halls Creek where we added fuel and shopped before headingContinue reading “22/6/21 long drive to Purnululu”
Hiltaba -day 9 – 31/5/21
Today we said goodbye to Hiltaba after approximately 50 km of walking in the week. Some of the group are heading for Streaky Bay, Dark Peak, Gawler Ranges and many for home via various routes. Hiltaba has been an amazing property to visit and we encourage you all to do so if you can. AsContinue reading “Hiltaba -day 9 – 31/5/21”
Christmas 2020 Letter
Our Christmas Update for 2020
Orchid search at Kuitpo
A walk near Kuitpo to see some small duck orchids and many other lovelies
Camping at Parnka Point 28th November
Camping at Parnka Point on The Coorong.
Pangarinda Botanic Garden
We discovered Pangarinda Botanic Gardens and loved what we found.
Day 15 Wet and Mild-March 9th
Unlike at the theme park we were trying to stay as dry as we could as we packed up the car. We were sad to leave the very hospitable home base of Murray and Ann Diment and start the drive home. It had been our intention to head inland ( possibly to Charleville and downContinue reading “Day 15 Wet and Mild-March 9th”
Day 14. Glasshouse Mountains and time with relatives. March 8th
A quiet start to the day have an opportunity to see a pale headed rosella ( which I miraculously recognised) from the outdoor table at Murray and Ann’s place. And a pied butcherbird ( with sweet song) 10 am saw us all heading for the Glasshouse Mountains( in two vehicles) on a scenic journey withContinue reading “Day 14. Glasshouse Mountains and time with relatives. March 8th”
Day 13 visiting friends and rellies March 7th
Today , after a very hot and difficult night, Erica had an early bird walk before we spent the morning with Pip, Andy , Mary and the boys enjoying just catching up as one more before we headed off after lunch. First stop was Zuly and Orlando’s place ( Zuly used to work with TrevContinue reading “Day 13 visiting friends and rellies March 7th”