Once again the weather gods were with us as we headed to Binna Burra and tackled Dave's Creek Circuit, a lengthier walk than any other this year. With cyclonic weather forecast for the next few days, we completed this walk without a drop of rain. We arrived, prepared for a 19 k trek, so it was a delightful surprise to find half way through it was a mere 12 k instead. The track was very muddy in parts, but quite gentle in ascent and decent. Only the odd snake and leech added to the excitement. Everything was very green, wildflowers and fungi provided bursts of colour, and breathtaking views of the valleys and mountains punctuated the walk. |
Week 6 this year takes us to 70 kilometres. Every kilometres has been filled with freedom and laughter and an overwhelming sense of gratefulness for the luck life has dealt us. Our Wednesday walks are on hold for a couple of weeks as our busy lives take us on different paths. Hopefully, if the cyclone behaves, I am off to PNG. All being well, we will be back on the Queensland track very soon.
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After fighting the morning city traffic we eventually drove up into the peaceful Sunshine Coast hinterland where this week's walk took us into Kondalilla National Park. We made a stop on the way for morning tea at Gerrard Lookout, though the normally panoramic view was dulled by overcast skies. We came well prepared to tackle wet weather conditions, but luck was with us all day. The rain stayed away. Kondalilla is an Aboriginal word meaning rushing water and the park is named after the spectacular falls that drop 80 metres over cliffs carved by years of erosion. Recent rains meant the falls were flowing and the surroundings were lush and green. All tracks were clearly defined, though the going was a little rough at the base of the falls where we had to climb over some large slippery boulders.
Due to our early start we found ourselves back at the car by midmorning with plenty of time to have a second morning tea. A short drive to West End and we did just that by the Brisbane River at Orleigh Park, followed by a few more kilometres walking along the river.
Walk 4 of the year brings us to a total of 51 kilometres. February is off to a fabulous start.
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