Hi All,
For member wishing to join this trip please read the updated discussion.
Latest update is all the original tracks we planned to take will still be closed. This could mean more traffic on the the current Black soil gully entry point tracks. No issue other than the Barley river bridge camp site may be occupied or full so we need a backup plan. On your way through Licola have a look around at what overnight camp spots are available or what the caravan park has available (Shuts at 6PM) just in case. www.licolacaravanpark.com.au/. If the camp site is full we only have a couple of choices as i see it, Head back to the Licola store / caravan park area and grab a spot if available or head up the Tamboritha road and stay at ANY of the camp sites from 1 to 13. One to closer to Licola so would be better as less driving back and fourth. Sat morning we meet at the Barley River bridge at 9AM and head off. This means we may not camp together on the first night but may be a realistic outcome and saves anyone getting concerned about not meeting up on Friday night. Mobile reception is good at Licola but fads after that. I hope this is not too confusing, please feel free to call me if you need to.
Looking forward to meeting you all Friday night / Saturday morning. Ron
Sunday morning we will head down Zeka Spur to Wonnangatta. There's a 100 year centenary celebration on that weekend so we will most likely head out of Wonnangatta to find an isolated camp area for the night. Have to see what the traffic is like and what time we get there.
On Sunday we will head over to Talbotville and depending on traffic etc go via Herrns Spur track for an overnight stay. Should get there early so anyone who wants could head over to Billy Goats Bluff track or other tracks in the area depending on time and traffic.
Monday morning leave for home as it's a reasonable drive back to Melbourne. Not too rushed if the plan works out and tracks are currently OK while dry.
As usual you should have good off road tyre's, full recovery gear, checked your gear before leaving home, some spare parts and tools to suit your 4Wd and some high country experience, very handy if the track get wet . If required we can assist you but you need to let us know if you have any limitations.
Looking forward to meeting you all and having a great weekend together.
Love the freedom of the high country. If you have any questions just ask.
Regards Ron
Requirement
- Electric Winch
- Recovery Gear