Gluepot

[darklightphotography]

Just starting a new thread for arrangements for the Gluepot trip 9th-10th October.

My thought would be to meet somewhere like Gawler early on the Saturday, then drive in convoy up to Gluepot. Waikerie would be a good meeting point as well. Set up camp on arrival, then spend the day shooting. Sunday some early morning shooting before breakfast, breakfast and break camp and then more shooting until it's time to drive home.

As for facilities while there, they are spartan at best. Long drop loos, no electricity and no fires allowed. Gas cookers are OK. Campsites are nice, usually barely occupied and have a few picnic tables scattered about. No mobile coverage, but there is a phone at the ranger station for emergencies.

I have 2 spare tents for those who need one, one large and one giant one. Also have some air beds that are very comfortable. Let me know if you want to use anything before we go, as I will probably leave unused things behind. I'm also bringing a gas stove, fridge and will have a limited facility for charging batteries for those that don't have 17 sets already.

With the recent rain I'm hoping for lots of vegetation and birdlife this year.

[Big V]

Looking forward to it.

[Marvin]

I'll be there and bringing a friend. We would like to meet at Waikerie if anyone can - the last time I tried to find it with Fozzie and BigV we got lost!

[fozzie]

Deb and I are staying at the Waikerie Caravan Park on the Friday night, so meeting at Waikerie on the Saturday morning would be good for us as well.

[surenj]

no electricity and no fires allowed

I reckon those LED torches (with a lantern attachment) would shine in these conditions...

[DebT]

Hi,
as Fozzie mentioned Waikerie will suit us - but planning on driving home Sat night (unless Fozzie posts otherwise)
DebT

[fozzie]

Hi Deb,

Confirm return journey Saturday night.

Hi,
as Fozzie mentioned Waikerie will suit us - but planning on driving home Sat night (unless Fozzie posts otherwise)
DebT

[inmotion]

HI Adelaide I was coming -now i m not--life of a weekend sports shooter sucks--have fun--jim

[darklightphotography]

Well it looks like Waikerie is a good point to all meet up. What time suits everyone?

Kevin

[DebT]

Fozzie & I will be at the Waikerie caravan Park overnight so whatever time suites you is OK is with
DebT

[fozzie]

How about 7:00am at Waikerie or is this too early for those who are travelling some distance.

[Marvin]

Yikes! A bit early for me.

[Big V]

I am going to leave fri night late rather than get up at 3.00am to get ready, will sleep under the stars, so 7 will be fine for me..

[DebT]

See you all at 7 - any hints as to where in Waikerie - perhaps Kevin could advise a good spot
Deb

[darklightphotography]

Looks like 7am is the time. I think that the Renmark side of the ferry is a good meeting place. Easy enough to park, and maybe some birds as well.

My number is 0409 289 213 for anyone who doesn't have it.

[fozzie]

Kevin,

Rondevu point and time noted, see you then

[Marvin]

Is that a ferry in Waikerie?

Virgo, there is no way you will be up at 7am unless you haven't been to bed the night before!

[Big V]

Lee, that is why I am leaving after visiting knobby and scoot...you know I love the night!!

[darklightphotography]

Marvin, yes the Waikerie ferry.

[Marvin]

 LOL. Thanks Kevin. Although I live in Renmark, I only go to Waikerie to play sport. I know how to get to the basketball stadium and that's it! I didn't even know there was a ferry in Waikerie!

[darklightphotography]

Hope everyone had a good day! It's a long drive, but well worth it I think.


Here's a couple of Australian Ringneck parrots from this morning. This was the first time I've been able to get so close in the open.

[fozzie]

To Kevin & Avril,

I had a superb day at Gluepot Reserve yesterday shooting, eating, talking, and more shooting Thank you for organising, and acting as tour guide. The day went so quickly

Really enjoying your images of the 'Australian Ringneck Parrots' the colours are a winner. I need to capture the parrot for myself, so I will be interested in a another visit sometime down the track.

[Big V]

WOW - definately worth the stay over. Thanks for a great trip!