A = Yeppoon (opposite Great Keppel Island)
B = Mount Hay Thunder eggs and gemstones.
C = Calliope.
D= seventeen seventy.
E= Elliots Head
F = Hervey Bay.
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The weather played an important role in this weeks travelling plans,
we ducked and weaved our way around the worst of it all.
Some places did not receive the full stay, we'll have to revisit them another time.
We stayed at some really interesting places, like seventeen seventy,
that's right, the name of the town is 17 - 70.
The name had something to do with that guy who discovered our great land, Captain Cook.
He got to name quite a few places on the East Coast.
It was mentioned in a comment from our last blog, that we are down to the last 6-7 weeks of our trip.
This leaves us with mixed feelings.
ie. the adventure is coming to a close, but on the other hand, the next one also begins.
We have spent a week with our Kiwi buddies , the Johnston family to watch the rugby.
We were all ready for a wallaby victory but as it turned out we weren't even in the game.
Thankfully, apart from painting go the All Blacks over our side window,
they didn't "take the mickey" too much.
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The two families hit the rock pile and start digging for the thunder eggs.
Brodi does his best Cowboy impersonation.
A successful day of egg hunting.
It's time for a trip down the Bruce Highway to a free camp at Calliope.
The free camp was set in a large, well maintained park.
The lads made up their own downhill mountain bike track.
Our next stop was at seventeen seventy. We decide to set up camp at Workman's Campground.
At $17 per family this is good value.
We set up the shower tent and are fully self contained for the stay.
The weather was a little lousy here.
There are many ways to travel around the country, some forms of mobile accommodation include
swag, tent, wicked camper vans, winnebago, fifth wheelers, caravans
and the ultimate would have to be by RV.
.
The Johnston family, from NZ, decided to have a go with this set up.
After one year on the road, their adventure is coming to an end.
The RV is for sale.
If you are interested , call Johnno on :
0405358341.
The setup is absolutely brilliant.
Snaps from Workman's Beach.
Our kiwi friends, Jody, Chase and Johnno try to swim home, but the current was too strong for them.
Bundaberg is the next destination.
And a visit to the famous Bundy Rum Distillery to find out how it is made.
The kids got to taste the Bundaberg Ginger Ale.
The adults had a sample of the good stuff.
Elliot Head was another two night stay, due to the poor conditions we decide to press on to Hervey Bay.
A visit to Mon Repos turtle centre was quite enlightening.
The turtles are due to come ashore and start to lay their eggs.
We are a week or two too early for this spectacle.
Dohhhh!!!!
Elliot Head inlet was great for kite surfing.
The tour has reached the famous Hervey Bay. Out of all the destinations we have had the pleasure of visiting, I would have to say that this place feels quite comfortable.
We scored a great deal at this park.
After setting up,
The kids hit the jetty for a spot of fishing.
Plenty of bait fish. None of the big stuff yet!!!!!
Brodi, Chase and Jody take in the Hervey Bay sunshine.
Fraser Island is way off in the distance behind Harry and Jackson
This boat is heading downhill quickly.??????
An early morning start for our whale watching tour.
We took this tour on with a feeling that the whales had well and truly left the Bay.
The Captain was confident so we went along for the ride.
Breakfast was also included in the trip. Nice work Karen.
These guys were hitching a ride on the bow waves.
Looking for a sign of the whales.
AHHHHHH.
Are we there yet?
We followed a pursuit pod.
This pod of 5 males are in pursuit of the lovely female out in front.
They will barge, push and shove, hit the others with their barnacled lower jaw, in order to win her heart. This was a cool display by the big fellas and we followed it for a good 25 minutes.
They turned and went under the boat.
We spotted many mothers with their calves, the pursuit pod,a few dugong
and 3 different types of Dolphin. A terrific day had by all.
The trip home took us along the west coast of Fraser Island.(the largest sand island in the world)
Campers on the island. We head there on Wednesday.
A nice warm 27 degrees and no wind today.
Let's head to the Water side park and take on the waves.
Safety briefing over and the kids have a go.
Greta technique Jackson.
Harry, just hangin out.
The boys were pretty good.
But Karen said "move over and I'll show you how it's done"
The parents showed the kids how to handle the surf wave.
Another great day. Our next adventure will be the trip and journey around Fraser Island.
The two families hit the rock pile and start digging for the thunder eggs.
Brodi does his best Cowboy impersonation.
A successful day of egg hunting.
It's time for a trip down the Bruce Highway to a free camp at Calliope.
The free camp was set in a large, well maintained park.
The lads made up their own downhill mountain bike track.
Our next stop was at seventeen seventy. We decide to set up camp at Workman's Campground.
At $17 per family this is good value.
We set up the shower tent and are fully self contained for the stay.
The weather was a little lousy here.
There are many ways to travel around the country, some forms of mobile accommodation include
swag, tent, wicked camper vans, winnebago, fifth wheelers, caravans
and the ultimate would have to be by RV.
.
The Johnston family, from NZ, decided to have a go with this set up.
After one year on the road, their adventure is coming to an end.
The RV is for sale.
If you are interested , call Johnno on :
0405358341.
The setup is absolutely brilliant.
Snaps from Workman's Beach.
Bundaberg is the next destination.
And a visit to the famous Bundy Rum Distillery to find out how it is made.
The kids got to taste the Bundaberg Ginger Ale.
The adults had a sample of the good stuff.
Elliot Head was another two night stay, due to the poor conditions we decide to press on to Hervey Bay.
A visit to Mon Repos turtle centre was quite enlightening.
The turtles are due to come ashore and start to lay their eggs.
We are a week or two too early for this spectacle.
Dohhhh!!!!
Elliot Head inlet was great for kite surfing.
The tour has reached the famous Hervey Bay. Out of all the destinations we have had the pleasure of visiting, I would have to say that this place feels quite comfortable.
We scored a great deal at this park.
After setting up,
The kids hit the jetty for a spot of fishing.
Plenty of bait fish. None of the big stuff yet!!!!!
Brodi, Chase and Jody take in the Hervey Bay sunshine.
This boat is heading downhill quickly.??????
An early morning start for our whale watching tour.
We took this tour on with a feeling that the whales had well and truly left the Bay.
The Captain was confident so we went along for the ride.
Breakfast was also included in the trip. Nice work Karen.
Looking for a sign of the whales.
Are we there yet?
We followed a pursuit pod.
This pod of 5 males are in pursuit of the lovely female out in front.
They will barge, push and shove, hit the others with their barnacled lower jaw, in order to win her heart. This was a cool display by the big fellas and we followed it for a good 25 minutes.
They turned and went under the boat.
and 3 different types of Dolphin. A terrific day had by all.
The trip home took us along the west coast of Fraser Island.(the largest sand island in the world)
A nice warm 27 degrees and no wind today.
Let's head to the Water side park and take on the waves.
The boys were pretty good.
But Karen said "move over and I'll show you how it's done"
The parents showed the kids how to handle the surf wave.
Another great day. Our next adventure will be the trip and journey around Fraser Island.
2 comments:
Love the dolphin and whale pictures, great photography, Karen.1770 is one of our fav places, Troy, Selina and the kids head up that way for holidays. We also missed the turtles but we were a couple of weeks too late. Great motorhome but probably a little big for us.
Hey Karen, Richard, Jackson & Harry,
A big thanks for your birthday card! I was thrilled to have received it; it topped off a great celebratory weekend.
I'm loving your blog with your awesome photos, commentary and nicely placed snippets of information...what an experience for all of you. My girls and Stu say "Hi" and were most envious of your whale watching tour, and of course your day at the surfing park.
Anyhow, great to see you guys are having a ball.
Take care and safe travels
Maria xx
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