For this week's walk we went west - first stop Ipswich to find out about walks in the area. The Tourist Information Centre was full of helpful people, interesting brochures and local souvenirs with surprising twists. Loaded with information, we drove about 20 minutes south to Hardings Paddock, a lovely picnic and camping area where we parked the car and from where we began hiking. The Flinders-Goolman Conservation Estate is over 1900 hectares in are and is an important wildlife refuge. . The Ugarapul people consider Mt Flinders a sacred site and resting place of Yurrangpul, a powerful guardian of traditions and sacred places. The start of our hike was a bit chilly, but we soon warmed up as we climbed upwards through sunshine and eucalypt woodlands. After catching our breath at Rocky Knoll Lookout we continued on, up and down, but mostly up, to Goolman Lookout. From here, a short walk around Chalk Circuit provided us with some insight into local bush tucker plants. We completed the day reflecting on our fortunate lives over an afternoon cuppa by a tranquil lake. Tired bodies, sore soles, refreshed spirits and energised souls. Pure peace.
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Margot
29/6/2014 11:12:31 am
At the risk of repeating myself, it was another lovely walk in the beautiful south-east with great company and that huge sky
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